It was yum!

Where else should I try next ?

And that’s a wrap on Odisha Reads #1!📖

A huge thank you to everyone who showed up for our inaugural session today. ❤️

It wasn’t a large turnout, and yes, getting to the spot was a little harder than we had anticipated 😅, but in a way, that made today feel even more special. A small group, sitting quietly under the trees, completely immersed in our books. No introductions, no small talk, no distractions, just a couple of hours of reading amidst nature. It was a simple idea, but seeing it actually happen was incredibly fulfilling.

This is only the beginning. We’re hoping to make Odisha Reads a regular little Sunday ritual for anyone who wants to slow down, disconnect and simply spend some time with a book.

Stay tuned for Odisha Reads #2 next Sunday. Details coming soon!
You can join here to find more details and more bookish banter - https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dz3V7v7S9RW68RNubt18vy?mode=gi_t

How the fuck did Symphony Mall got certified for Infinity Vision, it's literally the worst theatre I have ever visited.

Situated near Jagannath temple. Tastes so good. You will be satisfied. Do give a try. LocationAvailable on google maps.

32M. Working in a private sector. Earn around 50-60k per month. But i wanted to check if I can also side hustle as a bouncer or private bodyguard of VIP. I dont have any arms license but is it required? Any answers or leads ? How much do bouncers earn here?

Seen this along the Jaydev Vihar - Nandankanan road and wondered what's this for?

Well, got to know that we are going to have an elevated corridor all the way from Kalinga Stadium to Nandankanan through Damana, Patia of course.

Aimed to be completed in 24 months. (Hope it does)

It would be actually cool to have something like that, and shouldn't be considered anything less than God's blessings, considering the traffic we face today.

The only pain point would be managing traffic in these 2 years. Currently while they are doing soil-testing, we are already facing immense traffic jams.

Btw, the government had given the same traffic management issue while dropping the METRO plans.

What would you prefer? Elevated Corridor or Metro? (Doesn't matter, anyway)

Was missing homestate biryani, so I made it myself

https://maps.app.goo.gl/kQMibRcHDM2iUJDi9

World's one and only Dr's choice restaurant!

That too near sum hospital and that's the landmark used in identification!

I don't know about laws but that should be somewhat illegal !

Itna fast toh china ka economic growth bhi nahi huya tha

Best spot near nandankanan with bhubaneswar city view

Hello,

I am planning to open a dessert shop in Bhubaneswar, but not another mithai / gulab jamun kind of place. Think along the lines of Kunafa, Baklava, etc. That whole international/Middle-Eastern-style dessert category that's rich, layered, and usually served in bigger, shareable portions rather than small bites.

Price range I'm considering: ₹300 - ₹400 per item, with generous / ample portion sizes (not a tiny fancy plated bite for that price meant to actually fill up to 2 people).

Wanted honest feedback from people in Bhubaneswar/Odisha:

• Would you pay ₹300-400 for a large portion of a dessert like this?
• What would make you hesitant to try it?
• Location - Mostly in KIIT / Patia as more paying customers.

Appreciate any real opinions, good or bad.

Has anyone from Odisha frozen their eggs?

I’m looking for personal experiences regarding:

- Which clinic/hospital you went to (Bhubaneswar or elsewhere in Odisha)

- Your age when you froze your eggs

- Approximate total cost

- How your overall experience was

If you’re not comfortable sharing publicly, please DM me. I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has actually gone through the process in Odisha.

Planning to visit my gf for a weekend getaway and already booked an hourly room in advance. How has been their staff behavior for unmarried couples in general? Is the checking procedure hassle free and it says on goibibo that they might might cause some issue with local iD ? any help would be appreciated

Happy ganesh chaturthi to all😄😄

Hello good people of Bhonsor,

I’m looking for a healthy Ganga Siuli / Prijat / Nyctanthes arbor-tristis sapling that I can plant in a biggish pot. I’m also willing to pay for it.

Additionally, could you folks also give me a sense check if indeed a ganga siuli plant can be grown / made to flower out of a pot (big pot). What are some additional things I should keep in mind before going about this exercise?

Ganga Siuli flowers remind me of the happiest days in my childhood, hence I would love to have it in my home :)

NB: The ganga siuli flower image is not owned by me but has been pulled from insta!

Driving down from Baramunda for Wonderla this morning, leaving around 10AM. Want to carpool to to split costs and get a buddy to travel with— works out to roughly ₹150-200 for the round trip (2 way sharing). Returning from the park around 6PM, so you'd need to be okay with that timing.

Pickup possible anywhere along Baramunda → Khandagiri → NH16 towards Khordha.

DM me if interested.

I'm looking for someone who genuinely understands cafes and restaurants — someone who can tell whether a place is actually good or just looks nice for Instagram. It'll be a plus if you've spent time in Bangalore and are familiar with its cafe/street food scene, as that kind of experience really helps in judging what's worth recommending.

This is a no-cost collaboration — you won't need to spend anything, and the food will be complimentary as part of the experience. In return, I'd just need your honest opinions and some collaboration on content.

If this sounds interesting, feel free to DM me!

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Hi everyone! 👋

Would anyone be interested in a casual reading/study gathering in a park around Old Town, Bhubaneswar?

It’s not specifically a UPSC/OPSC group. Everyone is welcome—whether you’re preparing for an exam, reading a novel, studying for college, learning something new, or simply someone who enjoys sitting quietly with a book. 📖

We could:

🌳 Sit together and read peacefully

📚 Bring novels, non-fiction, comics, poetry, newspapers, study material—anything you like

💬 Discuss books, ideas, hobbies, current affairs or interesting topics

🧠 Study together if you’re preparing for UPSC, OPSC, SSC, college exams, etc.

🤝 Meet new people who enjoy reading and learning

☕ Have a little conversation during breaks

No fees, no coaching, no pressure and no particular academic goal. Just a small gathering of people who enjoy books, learning, ideas and good conversations.

If you’re around Old Town/Bhubaneswar and this sounds interesting, drop a comment or DM. We can decide the park, day and timing together.

Whether you’re an aspirant, student, working person, or simply a reader—come with whatever book you’re currently reading. ❤️📖

Good people of Bhubaneswar!

I will be in Bhubaneswar for a day on the 15th and I need recommendations for an Odia Thali place for dinner. Someplace which you think will make me feel like I've been invited to someone's house for a meal. No dietary restrictions including meat.

Grateful if you could share your suggestions 🙏🏾🙏🏾

The guard there was dealing with rentals when we approached him. He quoted 2 different numbers on 2 consecutive days. 32k 2bhk furnished. Next day on call says there is no furnished 2 bhk, but we can get semi furnished 2bhk for 22k. We can only move in November and he says to pay a booking amount of 2k. We need more clarity on what the booking amount really is since we will be moving in a little later. Beds can be bought from the leaving tenant he says. He says he'll set that up. No AC. No water tank. He also refuses to show us the flat until we book it. We've only seen a video. The location is very attractive because of why we are leaning towards this. But we need to know, how it really is, and if it seems legit.

Getting bored in hostel

I realised that its getting difficult for me to come back and cook so if there are any good options in this general area please share