DN Homes, a leading real estate developer in Odisha, has partnered with YOO Worldwide London to launch DN YOO Odisha, the first branded residences in the state. This luxury project, designed by renowned architect Philippe Starck, will offer uniquely designed living experiences and world-class amenities, elevating Bhubaneswar to the status of global cities like London, Miami, and Dubai.
AirAsia marked a significant milestone in enhancing India-Malaysia connectivity with the relaunch of its direct flight from Bhubaneswar to Kuala Lumpur on May 29, 2024. The inaugural flight was completely booked, demonstrating the strong demand for this route. Passengers received a festive welcome at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, with representatives from Tourism Malaysia and AirAsia’s Senior Management present to greet them. The flight schedule now includes four weekly flights directly from Kuala Lumpur to Bhubaneswar. This service is part of AirAsia’s broader strategy to expand its network in India, underscoring its commitment to facilitating travel and cultural exchange between the two nations.
A concerning trend has emerged in Bhubaneswar, where 39 subjects offered by 35 colleges have reported zero admissions for the 2023-24 academic session. Subjects such as mathematics and English top the list, indicating a lack of interest among students. Colleges from eight districts are affected, with Cuttack reporting the highest number of subjects with zero admissions. The lack of trained teachers, inadequate infrastructure, and students’ fear of low marks in certain subjects are cited as reasons for this decline. Some colleges are facing closure due to the persistent issue of zero admissions.
On Wednesday, a Vistara aircraft flying from Bhubaneswar to New Delhi was вынужден to make an emergency landing shortly after takeoff due to severe weather conditions. The aircraft, carrying 169 passengers and crew, encountered a hailstorm that cracked the windshield and damaged the radome. Despite the damage, all passengers and crew were unharmed. The airline has arranged for an alternate aircraft to complete the journey.
An Air India flight from Bhubaneswar to New Delhi returned and made an emergency landing minutes after takeoff on Wednesday after it encountered a hailstorm, damaging the aircraft’s windshield. The 169 passengers and crew members aboard are safe, according to officials.
Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar is experiencing a surge in chartered flight activity, with over 3,000 non-scheduled flights recorded in the 2023-24 financial year. This increase is attributed to the upcoming election season and other factors. The airport is monitoring chartered flights and passenger details, as per Election Commission of India guidelines.
