Bhubaneswar and Rourkela made it to the coveted list of Smart City Project. Is this just a vanity tag? What does this actually mean for the two cities? Let’s find out: The state capital and … [Read more...] about FYI: Things You Should Know about the Smart City Project
Governance
BMC Officials Unfamiliar with Their Own Smartphone App?
Even 8 months after the launch of an Android app and web-based online grievance system by the BMC, the corporation is still struggling to address complaints lodged by the denizens, thanks to … [Read more...] about BMC Officials Unfamiliar with Their Own Smartphone App?
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...]
City Police Launches ‘Mo Saathi’ for Women Safety in Twin Cities
The Twin City Police Commisionerate has launched an Android App for women safety in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. Named ‘Mo Saathi’, the mobile app is designed to help women in distress contact the city … [Read more...] about City Police Launches ‘Mo Saathi’ for Women Safety in Twin Cities
How to Get Your Aadhaar Card in Bhubaneswar
If you have been hunting for information on Aadhaar card in Bhubaneswar only to meet disappointments, you’re not alone. As per official sources, nearly 60% of city population have submitted their … [Read more...] about How to Get Your Aadhaar Card in Bhubaneswar
Twin City Commissionerate Police Launch Mobile App
If you are in Bhubaneswar or Cuttack and want to get in touch with the city police, just use your mobile app. The Twin City Commissionerate Police have launched their very first official mobile … [Read more...] about Twin City Commissionerate Police Launch Mobile App
26 Utilities Come Under Purview of Public Services Act
The State Government has decided to include 26 services of three departments in the Odisha Right To Public Services (ORPSA) Act. The Act includes 63 services of 10 departments. After the latest … [Read more...] about 26 Utilities Come Under Purview of Public Services Act
BMC to Launch a Smartphone App to Address Sanitation Issues
Updated: Download MyCityMyPride android app here. By this time next week, your smartphone will be able to help you obtain a birth certificate, pay civic taxes and get your surroundings … [Read more...] about BMC to Launch a Smartphone App to Address Sanitation Issues
Better City Designs: What City Planners in Bhubaneswar Can Learn from Other Cities around the World
I just came across this post published in The Guardian, which shares some innovative and progressive ideas to make living in city better. As I was reading those ideas one after another, I was getting … [Read more...] about Better City Designs: What City Planners in Bhubaneswar Can Learn from Other Cities around the World
Online Tax Collection in Bhubaneswar to Start from 1st Nov
The BMC will kick-start online collection of holding tax from the 1st of November to help city dwellers pay tax from the comfort of their homes. The corporation will initiate the project on a pilot … [Read more...] about Online Tax Collection in Bhubaneswar to Start from 1st Nov
BMC Kicks Off Swachh Bhubaneswar Drive
Starting today, the BMC has launched a toll-free helpline number to help citizens avail sanitation services in Bhubaneswar. If you are facing problems related to dumping of garbage, poor drainage, … [Read more...] about BMC Kicks Off Swachh Bhubaneswar Drive
Janaagraha – A Movement That May Transform Your Life in Bhubaneswar
Janaagraha is a non-profit organisation based in Bangalore, India. It works with citizens and the government to improve the quality of life in Indian cities and towns. The term 'quality of life' as … [Read more...] about Janaagraha – A Movement That May Transform Your Life in Bhubaneswar