During the all country review meeting last week (Shraavan Purnimaa), over breakfast, a senior colleague from some remote part of Pakistan asked, "Snigdha ji ! Which part of India are you … [Read More...]
27-year-old from Odisha becomes First tribal woman to Fly Commercial Plane
Anupriya Madhumita Lakra is all set to fulfill her lifelong ambition to become the first tribal woman to become a commercial pilot by joining the Indigo airlines as a co-pilot. The 27-year-old … [Read more...] about 27-year-old from Odisha becomes First tribal woman to Fly Commercial Plane
Rs 47,500 Fine Leaves Auto Driver Stunned in Bhubaneswar
According to several reports, the RTO, Bhubaneswar issues a hefty chalan to an auto driver and its owner. They were fined a whopping Rs. 47,500 rupees for a slew of violations including drunken … [Read more...] about Rs 47,500 Fine Leaves Auto Driver Stunned in Bhubaneswar
The Top 8 English Medium Schools in Bhubaneswar
The panorama of schools in Bhubaneswar is huge. Enumerated with many vernacular medium schools since its establishment, the state capital started with 3 English Medium Schools- DM Public School, St. … [Read More...]
How Places in Bhubaneswar Got Their Names
Bhubaneswar, the city named after Lord Tribhubaneswar dates back to 2000 years. Evolving through centuries, from a mere collection of villages to becoming the state capital, the city has innumerable … [Read More...]
5 Street Foods the City Drools Over
Whether you’re a citizen of Bhubaneswar or just a tourist to the city, you can’t escape the aroma of the street foods in the city. We Bhubaneswarians have a thing for street foods, which is evident … [Read More...]
Deconstructing Odia Mentality: A Myth or Reality?
Since childhood till now, I have grown tired of hearing people use the phrase Odia Mentality in a variety of situations based on their personal experiences. However, it's hard to deny that this phrase … [Read More...]
Is Mo Cycle a Sustainable Urban Transport?
The Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) started its bus services called 'Mo Bus' in Bhubaneswar last month. CRUT is an organization created by the Govt. of Odisha to provide Public Transport … [Read more...] about Is Mo Cycle a Sustainable Urban Transport?
Air Asia to launch Bhubaneswar- Bangkok Direct flight from Dec 7
Air Asia will launch direct flight between Bhubanswar and Bangkok thrice a week starting from December 7 next. The Air Asia plane will fly to Bangkok on every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday starting … [Read more...] about Air Asia to launch Bhubaneswar- Bangkok Direct flight from Dec 7
Odyssey City Card: A Smart Card for Utility Services in Bhubaneswar
Chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday launched the much-awaited smart common payment card at the secretariat, which will enable people to make payments for various utility and other related … [Read more...] about Odyssey City Card: A Smart Card for Utility Services in Bhubaneswar
Plastic Banned in Six Cities of Odisha, Here’s What You Should Know
Get ready to say no to items made of plastics as the Odisha government is all set to impose a ban on the use of certain types of plastic products from Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) in six cities of the … [Read more...] about Plastic Banned in Six Cities of Odisha, Here’s What You Should Know
Now, Pedestrians Can Also Signal to Stop Traffic
Ever waited at the busy junctions of the City to cross the road? Or faced that dreaded moment when speeding vehicles zip past you as you try to get across to other side of the road? Well, things … [Read more...] about Now, Pedestrians Can Also Signal to Stop Traffic
Shocking! Train Runs without Engine for 10 km in Odisha
Passengers of the Ahmedabad-Puri Express had a narrow escape tonight when the coaches of the train travelled a few kilometres without the engine, which was detached for reversal at the Titlagarh … [Read more...] about Shocking! Train Runs without Engine for 10 km in Odisha
Odisha’s GSDP Growth Pegged at 7.14% for FY18, Higher than Nat’l Avg
Odisha’s gross state domestic product (GSDP) is projected to grow at the rate of 7.14 per cent in 2017-18, higher than the national average of 6.5 per cent, says the state’s Economic Survey. The … [Read more...] about Odisha’s GSDP Growth Pegged at 7.14% for FY18, Higher than Nat’l Avg
Adaptive Traffic Signals Installed at 50 Junctions in Bhubaneswar
The Adaptive Traffic Signal Control (ATSC) solution, popularly known as intelligent traffic system, has been installed at 50 junctions across the city. This system was first implemented on pilot … [Read more...] about Adaptive Traffic Signals Installed at 50 Junctions in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar Ranked 4th in Urban Governance in Janaagraha Survey 2017
A study of India City Systems by Bengaluru-based Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship has ranked Bhubaneswar with a score of 4.6, just below Pune which topped the ranking. The study, which evaluates … [Read more...] about Bhubaneswar Ranked 4th in Urban Governance in Janaagraha Survey 2017
Odisha Students Outperform Other States in Mathematics: NAS
Students of Odisha have outperformed their counterparts in other states in their competency in mathematics revealed National Achievement Survey (NAS). The class X students of Odisha scored … [Read more...] about Odisha Students Outperform Other States in Mathematics: NAS