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Odisha Cabinet clears Rs 393.62 cr free campus Wi-Fi scheme
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 11 (IANS) The Odisha cabinet on Monday approved 13 key proposals concerning 10 departments, including the flagship initiative to provide free WiFi to higher educational institutions across the state. The proposals were approved during the 49th meeting of the state cabinet held in Bhubaneswar under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. In a significant decision, the cabinet gave its nod to the flagship scheme Odisha Shikshanet Empowering Students through a Free Wi-Fi Internet Facility to all Colleges and Universities of the state Higher Education Department. The scheme will be implemented with a total outlay of Rs. 393.62 crore over a period of three years (FY 2026-27 to FY 2028-29). The scheme will extend free, secure and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity to 601 Government and Aided Colleges across Odisha, building upon the successful Phase-I implementation in 130 colleges. Every authenticated student will receive up to 1 GB of free internet data per day within the campus for academic, research and skill development purposes, the government said in a statement. It further added that the project includes installation of Wi-Fi infrastructure, bandwidth provisioning, network management, cybersecurity, and operation & maintenance support. A centralised monitoring dashboard will ensure efficient service delivery, network security, uptime and optimal utilisation. The facility will support access to e-books, digital libraries, virtual classrooms, SWAYAM and other MOOCs, research databases, competitive examination resources, digital skill development platforms and e-governance services such as SAMS, HIMS and Scholarship portals. The initiative is expected to benefit over 6 lakh students and faculty members across Government and Aided Higher Education Institutions, particularly students from rural, remote and economically weaker sections, by bridging the digital divide and promoting equitable access to quality higher education, the government claimed. Other major proposals approved on Monday include the comprehensive, farmer-centric and technology-driven Food and Paddy Procurement Policy for Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27, aimed at transparent procurement at MSP, timely payment, efficient milling and uninterrupted supply of rice under PDS and welfare schemes. The State Cabinet has also approved the draft Odisha Bovine Breeding (Regulation) Bill, 2026 for introduction in the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The proposed legislation provides a framework for scientific breeding and quality breeding services. Several other key proposals of other departments got the cabinet nod on Monday.
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Odisha: VP Radhakrishnan to inaugurate capacity-building programme for MLAs on Nov 16
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (IANS) Vice-President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to visit Odisha on November 16 to inaugurate a one-day capacity-building programme for members of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly in Bhubaneswar, state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling said on Monday. Welcoming the Vice-Presidents visit, Mahaling said the Odisha Assembly had extended an invitation to him, which he had graciously accepted. The Vice President is scheduled to address all 147 legislators, including the Chief Minister and the Leader of the Opposition. The Governor of Odisha, Braj Mohan Ram, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Surama Padhy and other dignitaries are expected to attend the inaugural session. They will also be present during the valedictory session. Explaining the objectives of the programme, Mahaling said the legislators will receive necessary training on how to effectively monitor the functioning of various departments, the implementation of government schemes and decisions, and the functioning of executive departments. The initiative, organised by the Parliamentary Affairs Department, aims to strengthen the legislative capabilities of elected representatives and enable them to participate more effectively in House proceedings. Ahead of the forthcoming Budget Session, legislators will receive training on budget discussions, departmental fund allocation, expenditure, grants, budget estimates and performance reviews of executive departments. The programme will also focus on budget presentation and promoting informed, effective and constructive debates in the Assembly. We are conducting this one-day workshop so that our MLAs, apart from their tours, inaugurations, and public relations with their constituencies, also participate in the legislative business of the House in an enriched manner, take part, and ensure a fruitful discussion takes place on the floor of the House, and their capacity building is achieved, Mahaling said. He added that the programme would provide an opportunity for legislators to enhance their knowledge, improve their legislative skills and contribute more effectively to parliamentary proceedings. Mahaling said that the Odisha Assembly has a total of 35 parliamentary committees. Kerala and Odisha are making notable efforts to strengthen the parliamentary committee system. The primary objective of the orientation programme is to make this system more active and effective while enhancing the skills and capabilities of legislators.
Diwali tragedy: Boy killed in Rourkela, over 100 injured in cracker mishaps across Odisha
Winter Arrives Early in Odisha: Twin Cities Dip Below 19
Winter has formally arrived in Odisha with temperatures plunging sharply across the state. The Twin Cities of Bhubaneswar and Kataka recorded minimum temperatures dropping well below 20C, marking a clear onset of the cold season. According to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhubaneswar registered a minimum temperature of 18.9Cwhich is 1.7C below normalwhile [] The post Winter Arrives Early in Odisha: Twin Cities Dip Below 19C as Cold Wave Sets In appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IIT Bhubaneswar Accounts Trainee Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 3 Accounts Trainee posts. The online application process will begin on 10 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 24 November 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, iitbbs.ac.in.
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A terrifying incident of reckless drunk driving unfolded in the capital city late last night, leaving three people critically injured and raising serious questions about road safety in Bhubaneswar. The high-speed crash occurred on the main road near Shikharchandi under the jurisdiction of the Infocity Police Station. According to eyewitnesses, a fast-approaching white Hyundai Creta [] The post Speeding Car Drags Motorcycle 50 Metres, Leaves 3 Critical in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IIT Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) has announced 3 vacancies, including Project Manager, Junior Technical Superintendent, and Multi-Tasking Staff posts. The last date to apply online is 27 November 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, iitbbs.ac.in.
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Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Begin 2-Day Odisha Tour Starting Nov 15
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan is set to arrive in Bhubaneswar on November 15 for a two-day official visit to Odisha. The highlight of his itinerary includes gracing a special training and orientation program organised for members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly on November 16. Speaking on the administrative preparations, Minister for Law, Excise, and Works, [] The post Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Begin 2-Day Odisha Tour Starting Nov 15 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deadly Diwali in Odisha: Teenager Killed in Raurkela Explosion, Major Fire Averted in Bhubaneswar
Festival of Lights celebrations across Odisha were marred by tragic and dangerous incidents on Diwali evening, leaving one family devastated in Raurkela and prompting an emergency firefighting response in the state capital, Bhubaneswar. In Raurkelas Kaushalya Nagar area, festive cheer turned into an overwhelming tragedy when a 14-year-old boy, identified as Chinmay, lost his life [] The post Deadly Diwali in Odisha: Teenager Killed in Raurkela Explosion, Major Fire Averted in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) has released Notification No. BIOCHM-17/1/2024-BIOCHEM DEPT for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Medical). Eligible candidates can send their applications by email till 13 November 2026. Further details are available at aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in.
Post-Diwali Pollution Spike: Bhubaneswar
Air quality across Odisha deteriorated sharply on Monday morning, 9 November 2026, following overnight Diwali firecracker celebrations, with several monitoring stations in Bhubaneswar and industrial belts registering Poor to Severe Air Quality Index (AQI) levels. According to real-time air quality index monitoring data, Bileipada in Kendujhar recorded the highest AQI in the state at 288, [] The post Post-Diwali Pollution Spike: Bhubaneswar & Key Odisha Mining Belts Record Severe AQI Levels as Smog Covers Capital appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
25 new electric buses join Bhubaneswar's public transport fleet with 400 more planned for Odisha
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Three killed as ambulance carrying dead body crashes near Dasapalla; one critical
A tragic accident occurred when an ambulance carrying a dead body crashed into a cement concrete wall, killing three people on the spot and leaving one critically injured. Ishwar Sahu, a resident of Deogaon area in Balangir district, had passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. His body was being taken back to his [] The post Three killed as ambulance carrying dead body crashes near Dasapalla; one critical appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar Chokes on Diwali Night as AQI Soars Past 1,200
On the night of Diwali 2026 (November 8), Bhubaneswars air quality plunged into the hazardous zone as high-intensity firecrackers filled the skies with smoke. Real-time readings showed the Air Quality Index (AQI, US scale) surging past 1,000, with peaks reported near 1,254 and higher in some local trackersfar above the citys normal levels that typically [] The post Bhubaneswar Chokes on Diwali Night as AQI Soars Past 1,200 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The Odisha government has formally requested that five orangutans rescued from Baleshwar district remain permanently at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar, Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia stated on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The Minister confirmed that the five primatesrescued during a routine forest patrol in the Bichitrapur forest area in Septemberare in good [] The post Odisha Seeks Permanent Housing for Five Rescued Orangutans at Nandankanan; Indonesian Expert Team to Visit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
MU secures 14 medals at East Zone Inter University Judo and Weightlifting Competitions
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Over 600 Paikas Display Odisha
A grand martial procession featuring over 600 Paikas took to the streets of Bhubaneswar on Saturday, 7 November 2026, showcasing Odishas traditional warrior legacy as part of state-wide celebrations marking the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram. Organised jointly by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department and the Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi, [] The post Over 600 Paikas Display Odishas Martial Heritage in Grand Bhubaneswar Procession Marking 150 Years of Vande Mataram appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Remembering Pradyumna Bal: A Crusader for Value-Based Journalism in Odisha
Pradyumna Bal was not merely an uncompromising politician; he was a steadfast believer in value-based journalism who profoundly elevated the dignity of the media in Odisha. Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy echoed this sentiment during the 94th state-level birth anniversary celebration of the late visionary, held in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. Gracing the occasion as [] The post Remembering Pradyumna Bal: A Crusader for Value-Based Journalism in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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BRIC-ILS Project Technical Support Recruitment 2026
BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS) Recruitment 2026 for 2 Project Technical Support posts will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 25 November 2026 at BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Nalco Square, Bhubaneswar. Candidates should report at 9:30 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit ils.res.in.
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Bhubaneswar SOG Police Officer Arrested for Cheating on Marriage Pretext
A 31-year-old police officer attached to the Special Operations Group (SOG) has been arrested by Nayapalli police in Bhubaneswar on charges of establishing physical relations with a 23-year-old woman under the false promise of marriage. According to the complaint, the incident took place on October 28 at a lodge in the Nayapalli police station area. [] The post Bhubaneswar SOG Police Officer Arrested for Cheating on Marriage Pretext appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
International Rugby Returns to Bhubaneswar as Odisha Hosts Asia Rugby U20 Sevens Championship 2026
International rugby is set to make a triumphant return to Odisha after eight years. The state capital will host the Asia Rugby Emirates U20 Sevens Championship 2026 at Kalinga Stadium on 14 and 15 November. The Sports & Youth Services Department (DSYS), Government of Odisha, along with Rugby India and the Odisha Rugby Football Association, [] The post International Rugby Returns to Bhubaneswar as Odisha Hosts Asia Rugby U20 Sevens Championship 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ECoR steps up fire safety checks ahead of Diwali
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Odisha: Woman ORS officer trapped in Baleshwar over land registration bribe
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (IANS) Continuing its crackdown on corrupt government officials, the Odisha vigilance on Friday nabbed a woman Odisha Revenue Services (ORS) officer while taking a bribe from a vendee to allow registration of a sale deed of a landed plot as Bajyapti stithiban. The accused official, identified as Miss Manisha Mishra, ORS, is presently posted as Sub-Registrar at Baliapal in Baleshwar district. The accused Sub-Registrar allegedly demanded Rs 10,000 from the complainant for allowing registration of the sale deed. However, when the vendee expressed his inability to pay the amount, she reduced the bribe demand to Rs 7,000, according to a Vigilance statement. The complainant had approached her seeking registration of a 0.14-acre plot of land recorded as Bajyapti Stithiban. As per the guidelines issued by the Revenue and Disaster Management (R&DM) Department, land of this category is to be treated as Stithiban and is eligible for registration. Despite repeated requests by the vendee, the accused officer allegedly refused to act on the basis of the department's guidelines and insisted on payment of the bribe. Aggrieved by the demand and unable to meet it, the complainant approached the Odisha Vigilance authorities and reported the alleged harassment. Acting on his complaint, a Vigilance team laid a trap and apprehended Mishra while she was accepting Rs 7,000 from the complainant on Friday. The entire tainted bribe amount was recovered from her possession and seized by the Vigilance team. Following the trap, simultaneous searches have been launched at two locations linked to the accused officer to investigate allegations of possession of assets disproportionate to her known sources of income. In this connection, a case (26/2026) has been registered at the Baleshwar Vigilance Police Station under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018. The Odisha Vigilance also added that further investigation into the case is underway. Mishra joined government service in 2024 and was serving at Baliapal as a probationary Sub-Registrar.
Kataka Kali Puja Immersion: Traffic Diversions
The Bhubaneswar-Kataka Police Commissionerate has issued a detailed public notice outlining temporary traffic restrictions across Kataka city to maintain public order, manage crowd density, and ensure smooth vehicular flow during the immersion procession (Bhasani) of Goddess Kali on November 11. Exercising powers under Section 28 of the Odisha Urban Police Act, 2003, along with Regulation [] The post Kataka Kali Puja Immersion: Traffic Diversions & Parking Guidelines appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
EOW Raids Former MP Bhaskar Rao's Properties In Odisha
The Economic Offence Wing (EOW) of Odisha Police conducted raids on the properties of former Rajya Sabha member Nekkenti Bhaskar Rao and his family in Rayagada and Bhubaneswar. The raids are part of an investigation into large-scale financial irregularities, criminal misappropriation of funds, extortion, and criminal intimidation involving a truck owners' association.
Odisha landslide: Five more bodies recovered after days of rescue operations
Odisha landslide: Five more bodies recovered after days of rescue operations Bhubaneswar: After days of rescue operations, teams on Thursday recovered the bodies of five more persons from beneath the debris following a massive landslide at Gidipabali village in Odishas Ganjam district last month, triggered by severe cyclonic storm Arnab. The state government through an [] The post Odisha landslide: Five more bodies recovered after days of rescue operations appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
IIT Bhubaneswar Research and Entrepreneurship Park (IITBBS REP) has invited online applications for 3 vacancies, including Project Lead Full Time and Business Manager posts. Applications can be submitted at iitbbs.ac.in till 26 November 2026.
IAS reshuffle: Girish gets health, Roopa panchayati raj
