Fraudster Arrested for Cheating Bhubaneswar Couple of Rs 28 Lakh
The Bharatpur police have arrested a fraudster from Dhenkanal for allegedly duping a couple of over Rs 28 lakh by falsely promising to halt a bank auction of their house. The victim, Sushmita Patnaik of Pokhariput, faced an impending bank auction of her property mortgaged with Bank of Baroda. The accused, identified as Pratyush Suryasnata [] The post Fraudster Arrested for Cheating Bhubaneswar Couple of Rs 28 Lakh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Will not support INDIA Bloc's Odisha bandh: BJD
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 7 (IANS) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday said it will not support the Odisha bandh called by the Congress-led INDIA bloc for October 8, clarifying its stand on the statewide shutdown. Political parties under the INDIA bloc had earlier announced an Odisha Bandh on Thursday over demands including the repeal of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over textbook errors, and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral process. Speaking to media persons, Opposition Chief Whip in the Assembly and senior BJD leader Pramila Mallik said that when Naveen Patnaik noticed Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar had committed irregularities in the SIR process and EVMs, he said action should be taken against Gyanesh Kumar for misleading the voters and youth of India and mismanaging the voter list. Mallik further clarified that neither the regional party nor its MPs, who joined the march organised by political parties under the INDIA bloc in New Delhi on Tuesday over alleged deletions from the voter rolls and the 'Special Intensive Revision' (SIR) process, had joined any political group, and that the party still adhered to its equidistance policy. She said that, as the rally was organised against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral process, the BJD MPs joined the march. The senior BJD leader said the party would fight against any decision that goes against the interests of Odisha and its people. On the confusion over the party's stand on the shutdown call by the INDIA bloc, Mallik clarified that the party is not part of any particular bloc and will not support any programme by any group. She also clarified that the INDIA bloc had not held any discussions with the BJD. It is worth noting that earlier in the day, while interacting with reporters, Mallik had expressed the BJD's support for the Odisha Bandh call given by the INDIA bloc for October 8. However, within a few hours, she retracted her earlier statement and clarified the party's stand before the media.
IndiGo to Launch Daily Direct Pune-Bhubaneswar Flights from Oct 25
IndiGo airline has announced the launch of non-stop connectivity between Pune and Bhubaneswar, effective 25 October 2026. IndiGo will offer daily flights on this route using its Airbus A320 aircraft. Customers can plan and book their travel through IndiGos official website www.goIndiGo.in, mobile application, or authorised travel partners. IndiGos new service connecting Pune and Bhubaneswar [] The post IndiGo to Launch Daily Direct Pune-Bhubaneswar Flights from Oct 25 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IGNOU Bhubaneswar Organises Campus Placement Drive: 298 Shortlisted
The IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) Campus Placement Cell and Regional Centres Bhubaneswar and Rairangpur, in association with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the TATA Steel Foundation, organised a major Campus Placement Drive on Oct 7, 2026, at the IGNOU Regional Centre in Bhubaneswar. The recruitment drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from approximately [] The post IGNOU Bhubaneswar Organises Campus Placement Drive: 298 Shortlisted appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CCTV mandatory at every puja mandap as Bhubaneswar Police roll out multi-tier festive security
In a proactive move to ensure peaceful and seamless celebrations during the upcoming Durga Puja festival, the Bhubaneswar Police Administration has significantly tightened security measures across the capital city. Addressing a press conference, Bhubaneswar DCP Prateek Singh (Sarabana Vivek M) outlined the multi-tiered security blueprint finalised for the festive period. To streamline crowd management and [] The post CCTV mandatory at every puja mandap as Bhubaneswar Police roll out multi-tier festive security appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar Under Tight Security: 18 Platoons to Be Deployed for Odisha Bandh
In view of the statewide Odisha Bandh scheduled for tomorrow, the Bhubaneswar Urban Police District (UPD) has drawn up a robust security strategy to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain public order across the capital. Addressing a press conference today, Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Saravana Vivek M announced that as many as 18 [] The post Bhubaneswar Under Tight Security: 18 Platoons to Be Deployed for Odisha Bandh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BMC Launches Miyawaki Plantation Drive at Barmunda Bus Stand
The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) inaugurated a special Miyawaki Plantation Programme at the Barmunda New Bus Stand area in Ward No. 49. Organized under the national campaign Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 with the moving theme Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, the initiative encourages citizens and civic bodies alike to plant trees as a tribute to [] The post BMC Launches Miyawaki Plantation Drive at Barmunda Bus Stand appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
5K Buildings Face Seal Notices:
Tension ran high outside the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters today as hundreds of property owners, under the banner of Ame Bhubaneswaria, staged a massive gherao and satyagraha. The protest erupted following the issuance of sealing notices to approximately 5,000 residential buildings for allegedly carrying out unauthorised commercial activities. Protesters expressed outrage over the sudden [] The post 5K Buildings Face Seal Notices: Ame Bhubaneswaria Gheraos BMC Office appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cancer, paralysis leave family fighting on all fronts
Caution, Panipuri Lovers! BMC Raids Unhygienic Gupchup Outlets in Bhubaneswar
Fans of the capital citys favourite street snackGupchup (Panipuri)are being urged to exercise caution following a major enforcement drive by local health authorities. The Food Safety Wing of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) conducted a surprise raid on street food stalls operating under unhygienic conditions in the Kharabela Nagar area of Unit-3. During the inspection, [] The post Caution, Panipuri Lovers! BMC Raids Unhygienic Gupchup Outlets in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar-based CSM Technologies deploys royalty management system for Kenyan mineral sector
Since natural wealth has huge public value impacting future generations of a nation, it is important to build a transparent and technology-driven royalty administration system, says CSM MD Priyadarshi Pany
IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
Institute of Physics Bhubaneswar (IOPB) Recruitment 2026 for 5 posts of Tradesman A. Candidates Can Apply Offline. The offline application starts on 30-09-2026, and closes on 10-11-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through IOPB official website.
Odisha CEO starts 3-day campaign to restore omitted voters to rolls
Batrisa Sinhasan: Time travel to Nandapurs 15th- century throne
Vig arrests engineer, claims he buried land records at contractors house to hide detection
Proposed Puri intl airport gets final environmental clearance
A POCSO court in Bhubaneswar has sentenced Dillip Bhoi to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping an eight-year-old girl near her school last year. The court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation for the victim.
BJD joins anti-CEC protest, BJP questions its equidistance stance
ICAR-CIWA Empowers Puri Women SHGs with Pedal-Operated Coconut Dehuskers
In a major push toward gender-inclusive agricultural mechanization, the Bhubaneswar-based ICARCentral Institute for Women in Agriculture (ICAR-CIWA) deployed indigenously designed Pedal-Operated Women-Friendly Coconut Dehuskers to 50 women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across Puri district. The technological rollout covers 19 villages across 11 Gram Panchayats in Satyabadi, Brahmagiri, Kanas, and Delanga blocks, directly benefiting over 500 women [] The post ICAR-CIWA Empowers Puri Women SHGs with Pedal-Operated Coconut Dehuskers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Twin cities race in final lap of Durga Puja countdown
In a major step toward preparing for the upcoming 2027 Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections, the State Election Commission (SEC) of Odisha held an crucial consultation meeting with representatives of various political parties today at its office conference hall in Bhubaneswar. Chaired by State Election Commissioner Madhusudan Padhi, the meeting focused on preparing an [] The post Odisha SEC Calls All-Party Meet Ahead of 2027 Panchayat and Urban Elections; Door-to-Door Survey Starts Oct 26 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMPCC Odisha Meets at CSIR-IMMT Bhubaneswar to Strengthen Strategic Communication
The Inter-Media Publicity Coordination Committee (IMPCC), Odisha, held its meeting today at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar. The session focused on enhancing strategic communication, inter-departmental coordination, and the effective dissemination of Central Government policies and welfare schemes across the region. Presiding over the meeting, Akhil Kumar Mishra, Additional Director General, PIB [] The post IMPCC Odisha Meets at CSIR-IMMT Bhubaneswar to Strengthen Strategic Communication appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Giant saltwater crocodiles carcass found in Bhitarkanika
Cops quiz Bikram Panda over witness threat in advocate murder case
HAL Koraput rolls out 2,000th engine, gets new Shakti line
Following Indias historic campaign at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, Odishas Minister for Sports & Youth Services, Suryabanshi Suraj, welcomed and felicitated star hockey players Amit Rohidas and Shilanand Lakra at the Kalinga Stadium on Tuesday. The duo returned to Bhubaneswar after helping the Indian Mens Hockey Team secure a Gold Medal and earn [] The post Odisha Sports Minister Felicitates Asian Games Hockey Gold Medalists Amit Rohidas and Shilanand Lakra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
NHRC team begins probe into attack on lady sarpanch
Balianta cops acted under pressure, arrested some innocent men in constable lynch case: Mishra
In a significant step towards strengthening the financial capacity of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and their community-based organisations, the Department of Mission Shakti today extended financial assistance to SHGs across the State. At a programme organised at Mission Shakti Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida released 99.26 crore towards interest subvention to 1,79,809 Self-Help Groups. [] The post Women to Drive Odishas Growth Story: Deputy CM Pravati Parida appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Vigil stepped up in Chilika before arrival of migratory birds
Similipal bets on green skills to empower tribal girls, step up conservation
Rs 99.26 crore interest aid released to 1.8 lakh SHGs
Ban on food containing tobacco or nicotine: HC seeks govt response to writ appeal
Free the Tree drive de-nails trees in silk city
Bhubaneswar POCSO Court Sentences Minor Rape Convict to 25 Years Rigorous Imprisonment
A Fast Track Special Court (POCSO) in Bhubaneswar has sentenced 24-year-old Dillip Bhoi to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment in a high-profile minor assault and rape case dating back to July 2025. Saroj Kumar Sahoo, Presiding Officer of the Ad hoc Additional Sessions Judge and Fast Track Special Court (POCSO), delivered the verdict after meticulously [] The post Bhubaneswar POCSO Court Sentences Minor Rape Convict to 25 Years Rigorous Imprisonment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
DGP asks cops to ensure violence-free campus polls, step up Puja security
Adopt zero tolerance towards campus violence, dept tells HEIs
Dharmendra seeks six-laning of NH-55, flyover and underpasses
Student union polls to take place across campuses after 8 yrs
Odisha Powers Up Youth Employability with High-Tech Strategic MoUs at World Skill Centre
In a monumental stride toward building a future-ready workforce, Odisha has reinforced its leadership in technical education and vocational training. The State government exchanged high-impact Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with a stellar lineup of global enterprises, industry bodies, and premier educational institutions at a special ceremony hosted at the World Skill Centre in Bhubaneswar today. [] The post Odisha Powers Up Youth Employability with High-Tech Strategic MoUs at World Skill Centre appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
In an effort to take Odishas spiritual ethos to the international stage, scholars, researchers, and cultural experts gathered in Bhubaneswar for a comprehensive day-long workshop dedicated to the multifaceted dimensions of Shree Jagannath Consciousness. Organised under the aegis of the Odia Virtual Academy, the event served as a collaborative platform to deliberate on the history, [] The post Preserving Odishas Soul: Scholars Call for Global Research on Jagannath Consciousness appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Yatri Set to Shine on National Stage at Urban Mobility India Conference 2026
Odisha Yatri, the States revolutionary technology-enabled mobility platform, is gearing up to showcase its fast-growing ecosystem and citizen-centric innovations at the prestigious 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Expo 2026. Hosted in Bhubaneswar under the theme Urban Accessibility & Liveability in the Digital Age, this marks a historic milestone as Odisha becomes the first [] The post Odisha Yatri Set to Shine on National Stage at Urban Mobility India Conference 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Brazen Crime Spike in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Durga Puja; Police Tighten Noose
Amid growing concerns over brazen and careless criminal activity in the capital, the Commissionerate Police has delivered a swift and decisive response, arresting multiple accused individuals across several high-profile cases. In just the past few days, successful operations by police stations in Nayapalli, Dhauli, and Sahid Nagar have demonstrated a marked improvement in maintaining law [] The post Brazen Crime Spike in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Durga Puja; Police Tighten Noose appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India's festive hiring rises 7 pc as whitecollar market cools
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) India's festive hiring grew 7 per cent yearonyear to 1,27,080 jobs in 2026 even as overall whitecollar hiring moderated 11 per cent yearonyear in September, a report said on Tuesday. The report from foundit said the divergence reflected a concentrated buildup in Indias consumption and fulfilment economy. Quick Commerce led festive demand with an 18 per cent yearonyear rise, followed by Ecommerce at 12 per cent and Logistics & Transportation at 10 per cent. Meanwhile, this demand is spreading beyond the metros, with Tier 2 and emerging cities growing significantly faster, while early-career professionals remain at the centre of festive hiring. Festive hiring has continued to expand over the last three years, rising from 98,120 jobs in 2024 to 1,18,750 in 2025 and 1,27,080 in 2026. Travel & hospitality, media & entertainment and retail recorded over 6 per cent, 5 per cent and 4 per cent gains respectively. The report added that whitecollar gigs and freelance hiring grew 15 per cent yearonyear, indicating greater use of flexible talent as businesses respond to seasonal spikes in demand. Strong demand for early-career talent also shows that businesses are prioritising agile, digitally ready workforces that can scale with demand. As consumption becomes more distributed, we expect employment opportunities to increasingly follow the same trajectory, said Tarun Sinha, CEO, foundit. Metros accounting for 56 per cent of festive whitecollar roles posted only 3 per cent YoY growth. Tier2 cities accounted for 27 per cent of festive jobs and grew 11 per cent, while Tier3 and emerging cities, at 17 per cent of the total, recorded the fastest growth at 15 per cent. Jaipur, Lucknow, Indore, Surat, Nagpur, Bhubaneswar, Coimbatore, Chandigarh and Kochi are among the cities seeing increased demand during the 2026 festive period.
Tension ran high in the capital city today as members of the Youth Congress staged a massive protest, gheraoing the Chief Electoral Officers (CEO) office to demand the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Carrying banners, placards, and shouting anti-CEC slogans, hundreds of party workers assembled outside the CEOs office. The demonstrators [] The post Youth Congress Gheraos CEOs Office in Bhubaneswar, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Student union polls back in Odisha, education priority unchanged: Suryabanshi Suraj
Outsiders entry to poll-bound edu institutes will be prohibited: Mishra
Student polls back, but edu is priority: Suraj
Green energy CoE at WSC to train 300 youths annually
Student outfits gear up for campus polls
Dual Troughs to Trigger Week-Long Rain and Thunderstorms Across Odisha; Yellow Warning Till Oct 9
As the southwest monsoon gradually retreats across Northern and Central India, dual atmospheric trough systems hovering over the region are set to bring a fresh spell of unstable weather to Odisha. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has issued a yellow warning for several districts, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 [] The post Dual Troughs to Trigger Week-Long Rain and Thunderstorms Across Odisha; Yellow Warning Till Oct 9 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Activist moves NHRC over cops firing at rape accused
BJD seeks CECs resignation after SC clarification on Form-6 row
7th Odisha Travel Bazaar Concludes: 9000 B2B Meetings, MICE Portal Launched
The three-day flagship event, the 7th Odisha Travel Bazaar (OTB) 2026, concluded successfully today at MAYFAIR Sanctuary in Bhubaneswar, marking a major milestone in strengthening the states global and domestic tourism footprint. Organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Odisha, in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the [] The post 7th Odisha Travel Bazaar Concludes: 9000 B2B Meetings, MICE Portal Launched appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IISER develops sensor for faster detection of diabetic kidney disease
Fire breaks out in bank, no injury
Polygraph test on woman likely in cop lynching case
Kalinga Studio 2.0 Unveiled: State-of-the-Art Hub to Stop Production Migration Outside Odisha
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the re-developed, world-class Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar, offering end-to-end film production facilities and an archival museum for regional creators. The post Kalinga Studio 2.0 Unveiled: State-of-the-Art Hub to Stop Production Migration Outside Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Face-off among students in varsity
BMC to monetise 12 natural ponds through pisciculture
Odisha Chief Secretary Reviews OSPCB Operations
Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg reviewed OSPCB operations in Bhubaneswar, emphasizing a circular economy, streamlined approvals, and tech-driven environmental governance. The post Odisha Chief Secretary Reviews OSPCB Operations & Circular Economy Roadmap appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ED conducts raids in Kolkata in a bank fraud case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 5 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is active again in the bank fraud case as central agency investigators raided various addresses in Kolkata on Monday. They are conducting searches not only in Kolkata but also in Odisha. According to ED sources, searches are underway in a total of nine places. It is learned that a Bhubaneswar-based company was accused of corruption worth Rs 1,109 crore. Initially, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) started investigating this case. Later, the ED took over the investigation of that case. Based on that information, they have been conducting searches in the Posta and Burrabazar areas of Kolkata since Monday morning. According to ED sources, the Bhubaneswar-based company took a loan of Rs 1,109 crore from the bank. Allegedly, that money has been embezzled. It is also alleged that money was laundered from Odisha to Kolkata through various means. The ED has started investigating the allegation of strategically diverting the loan money. Earlier, the CBI had conducted searches in the Posta and Burrabazar areas based on the information in this case. ED sources claimed that this search operation is to find out the source of money laundering. The central investigation agency said that the company had increased the stock price and commercial dues to get the loan and rigged the financial statements. It was further alleged that the company inflated the value of its stock and trade receivables to obtain loans and falsified its financial statements. A few days ago, the ED conducted searches at 15 places in Kolkata and adjoining areas on charges of financial irregularities in the sale of Durga Puja 'preview passes'. The raids were linked to former state minister Indranil Sen and his wife. In addition to his house and garden, the ED also raided the houses of his relatives and close friends. A marathon search was conducted. Later, Indranil Sen was summoned to the CGO Complex office of the ED based on the source of this case.
Bhubaneswar Court Sentences 9 to Life Imprisonment for Brutal Balipatna Murder
Delivering justice in a sensational crime, the 3rd District & Sessions Court in Bhubaneswar on Monday sentenced nine individuals to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of a man in the Balipatna area in 2024. The court, presided over by Honble Judge Shri Himansu Sekhar Mallick, found the main accused, Dilu Kumar Bhoi, and eight [] The post Bhubaneswar Court Sentences 9 to Life Imprisonment for Brutal Balipatna Murder appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Tibetans in Odisha hope special drive will help restore their voting rights
Odia Film Director S.K. Muralidharan Dies in Bhubaneswar Hotel, Heart Attack Suspected
Muralidharan built a dual career that stretched from the dance floor to the directors chair. He entered the industry as a choreographer with *Paradesi Chadhei* in 1990 and continued designing song sequences for films such as *Mani Nageswari*, *Stree*, *Sathire*, *I Love You*, *Abhimanyu*, *Rangila Toka*, and *Akhire Akhire* well after he began directing. His directorial debut came in 2008 with *Chaati Chiri Dele Tu*. Later credits include *Nei Jaa Re Megha Mate*, *Akashe Ki Ranga Lagila*, *To Akhire Mun*, *Kie Daba Takkar*, *Samaya Bada Balaban*, and the 2017 romantic comedy *Just Mohabbat*, starring Akash Dasnayak and Archita Sahu. He also worked outside Odia cinema, choreographing the Telugu film *Om Sairam* and directing projects in Tamil and Chhattisgarhi. The post Odia Film Director S.K. Muralidharan Dies in Bhubaneswar Hotel, Heart Attack Suspected appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha plans plastic upcycling policy to turn waste into construction material
Revamped Kalinga Studio Inaugurated in Bhubaneswar
The redevelopment and renovation of the historic Kalinga Studio complex in Bhubaneswar have officially concluded, with the facility being dedicated to the public. As part of the state governments vision to revive and promote Odia cinema, the project was modernised with an investment of approximately Rs 164 crore. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi officially inaugurated [] The post Revamped Kalinga Studio Inaugurated in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Murder in Bhubaneswar
The District and Sessions Court in Khordha at Bhubaneswar on Monday sentenced two men to life imprisonment for murdering their friend over a trivial dispute in June 2024. The convicts, identified as Putu alias Rajendra Hansda (31) and Chamuda alias Mohan Marandi (34) of Dadhapatna under Baranga police limits, were found guilty under sections 302 [] The post Two Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Murder in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Vigilance officials detain executive engineer
Kendrapada woman reunites with family after 39 years, thanks to her tattoo
Odisha to hold students' union elections on Oct 15 after eight-year gap
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 5 (IANS) The Odisha government on Monday announced that students union elections will be held in colleges and universities under the Higher Education (HE) department for the 2026-27 academic session on October 15, after a gap of eight years, according to a notification of the HE department. As per the schedule, colleges will issue election notifications on October 7; nominations will be filed on October 9 and scrutinised on the same day. The last date for withdrawal of nominations and declaration of the final candidate list is October 10. Meanwhile, the Why I Stand For meeting will be held on October 14, and polling will take place on October 15. The counting of votes and declaration of results will take place on October 15, while the oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected students union members will be held on October 16. Regular student union elections were last held in Odisha in 2017. The 2018 election cycle was cancelled following several incidents of campus violence and later Cyclone Titli, after which the process remained suspended through the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent change of government. The notification also lays down several guidelines for the campus polls, including complete disassociation of student elections and student representation from political parties. Candidates will be allowed to spend a maximum of Rs 5,000 each and cannot receive funds from political parties. The code of conduct prohibits printed posters and pamphlets, appeals to caste or communal feelings, bribery or intimidation of voters, and canvassing within 100 metres of polling stations. It also bars candidates from using false, misleading, manipulated, or AI-generated fake content on social media during the election process. Another important provision is that only eligible regular students can contest the elections. Undergraduate students must be aged between 17 and 22 years and postgraduate students up to 25 years, with at least 75 per cent classroom attendance and no academic arrears in the year of contest. Students admitted through Distance Education or PPP-mode programmes are not eligible to contest, while candidates must also have no previous criminal record or pending disciplinary proceedings. Candidates will also be jointly responsible for cleaning the polling area within 48 hours of the conclusion of voting, failing which a penalty of Rs 1,500 will be imposed on each candidate. Violations of the election guidelines may also lead to cancellation of candidature or the elected post, besides disciplinary action by the institution.
Monsoon Retreat Triggers 4-Day Thunderstorm Alert Across Odisha
The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has issued a Yellow Alert for Odisha, forecasting four days of thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 km/h across various parts of the state. According to the weather bulletin released on Monday, isolated places across Odisha are likely to experience lightning and gusty winds [] The post Monsoon Retreat Triggers 4-Day Thunderstorm Alert Across Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Vigilance Nabs Bhubaneswar Revenue Inspector Taking Rs 5K Bribe
Odisha Vigilance today caught Niranjan Singh, Revenue Inspector (RI) of Keshari Nagar Circle, Unit-VI, Bhubaneswar, red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 5,000. The enforcement action followed a complaint by a local resident who was struggling to secure a legal heir certificate after the tragic deaths of his mother and younger brother. The applicant had [] The post Odisha Vigilance Nabs Bhubaneswar Revenue Inspector Taking Rs 5K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Defence minister Rajnath Singh to visit Sunabeda on Oct 6
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 5 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister, Priyank Kharge, on Monday warned that those misusing Form-7 to seek deletion of eligible voters' names from electoral rolls would face legal consequences, questioning how bulk pre-printed forms were being obtained and submitted. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, HM Kharge asked: If you misuse Form-7, if you possess pre-printed Form-7s in bulk, if you declare people who are alive as dead, and people who are residing here as non-residents, should we felicitate you? He questioned how such bulk, pre-printed forms were allegedly coming from BJP functionaries and said those violating electoral laws could not expect to escape action. If you are not following the law, I will teach you how to follow it. Why do you expect to flout the norms? How do you expect to flout the law of the land and expect that no cases will be registered against you? he said. HM Kharge said the issue was related to Karnataka and warned that violations of constitutional and electoral provisions would have consequences. This is not Gujarat, this is not Delhi, this is not UP. This is Karnataka. If you flout the Constitution, you will face consequences, he said. Responding to questions about action against BJP leaders and workers, including former MLAs, candidates, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and non-BLOs, Kharge said cases were being pursued because of alleged harassment of the public. He questioned how thousands of pre-printed forms containing voters' names, addresses and other details were being obtained. He claimed that in some instances, people who were alive had been shown as dead and residents had been described as non-residents. HM Kharge said some individuals had subsequently approached authorities, including the Tahsildars of Chikkamagaluru, Bidar and Bhubaneswar, seeking withdrawal of the Form-7 applications, claiming they had been misinformed that the concerned persons were either dead or no longer residents. If they are doing the Election Commission's job themselves, then what was the SIR for? This was supposed to be a Special Intensive Revision. This has become a Sangh Intensive Revision, isn't it? he asked. He also alleged that members of certain communities were being disproportionately targeted through the Form-7 submissions. How is it that only one section of society is being targeted? How is it that only Muslims, Christians and Dalits are being targeted? Let the BJP answer this, he said. Kharge said the government was receiving individual complaints and that the matter could be examined by Returning Officers and the Chief Electoral Officer. Let them go to the CEO and explain how they got these pre-printed forms. Let them explain why their BLOs and their karyakartas are declaring people who are alive as dead. Why are they now apologising and withdrawing the Form-7s? Let them explain that first, he said. On National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah's remarks concerning the Election Commission, Kharge said the Election Commission was a constitutional body and noted that its role had also been debated in the Constituent Assembly. Referring to Dr B.R. Ambedkar's observations on the Constitution, HM Kharge said the Constitution could function effectively only when those governing under it acted responsibly. He said the Election Commission had earlier functioned effectively because it was headed by people who respected its institutional role, but claimed that the present Chief Election Commissioner had sold his soul to the BJP. On Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's remarks on Sanatana Dharma and the RSS, Kharge said there was a distinction between Hinduism and Hindutva. Digvijaya Singh Saab is a strong man. He is not against Sanatana. The RSS does not know the head or tail of this issue, he said. HM Kharge said Hinduism had existed for thousands of years, while the RSS was about a century old, and argued that the organisation could not claim to be the sole protector of the religion. There is a stark difference between Hinduism and Hindutva. Hindutva was started by the RSS group. Hinduism has been there for 3,000 years. So we have nothing to learn from them, he said.
Daya Canal Turns Dumping Ground as BMC
Despite years of schemes, funding from both the Centre and state governments, and the ambitious target of ranking among Indias cleanest cities under the Swachh Bharat Mission, Bhubaneswars streets and open spaces continue to tell a different story. Open garbage dumps, roadside heaps and the routine burning of waste have turned parts of the capital [] The post Daya Canal Turns Dumping Ground as BMCs Swachh Drive Stumbles appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Land Mafia Arrested in Bhubaneswar After Rs 10 Lakh Extortion Demand and Violent Attack
In a major crackdown on organized crime in the state capital, Mancheswar Police have arrested a land mafia kingpin Tarun Kanta Mohanty, alias Tarua, following allegations of land grabbing, violent assault, and a Rs 10 lakh extortion demand. The case centers around a plot of land located near National Highway 16 in Pandara Mouza. According [] The post Land Mafia Arrested in Bhubaneswar After Rs 10 Lakh Extortion Demand and Violent Attack appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
At ITIs, women make inroads into male bastions, but admissions at just 14.6%
Khati corner: Gold standard & more
Road projects: CAG flags Rs 84.42cr loss to exchequer
Bhubaneswar: Officials of the Rural Development Department allegedly made irregular payments to contractors without verifying mandatory bitumen purchase receipts, causing a loss of Rs 84.42 crore to the state exchequer, a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has revealed. Government guidelines require contractors to submit receipts proving the purchase of bitumen and emulsion from authorised []
Man held for murder after drunken brawl
Outpost in-charge suspended for negligence
5 injured in property-related clash
CM announces Rs11 lakh each for men
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a cash reward of Rs11 lakh for each player of Indias 2026 Asian Games gold-winning mens hockey team and Rs5.5 lakh for every support staff member. India beat Malaysia 5-1 in the final to win the mens hockey gold for the second time and secure a 2028 Olympics []
Odisha Rape Accused Injured In Encounter, Sent To Judicial Custody
A man accused of raping a woman in Bhubaneswar was apprehended after sustaining a bullet injury during an encounter with police when he resisted arrest. He has been sent to 14-day judicial custody, and two others were also arrested for dismantling a stolen motorcycle used by the accused.
LoP Naveen Patnaik condemns alleged attack on former BJD MLA, questions 'Goondaraj' in Odisha
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 4 (IANS) Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President and Odisha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Naveen Patnaik on Sunday condemned the alleged murderous attack on former MLA and senior party leader Pranab Kumar Balabantaray, questioning whether the state is being ruled by the law or by goondas or criminals. There are deadly attacks on public representatives in broad daylight, the police are silent, the government is silentis goondaraj reigning in Odisha? Patnaik said. Strongly reacting against alleged assault, the LoP added that the attack on ex-Dharmasala MLA at Madhupurgarh under Jenapur police station area of Jajpur district is highly condemnable. A public representative is being subjected to a murderous attack in the presence of the police. Who is giving such courage to the criminals? Is Odisha run by the rule of law or by goons/ criminals? In this (BJP) government, public representatives are insecure, and the safety of ordinary people is in jeopardy, the BJD supremo said. Targeting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, Patnaik also alleged that such incidents are occurring repeatedly in Dharmasala and across Odisha, but the state government has not yet taken any strong action against culprits. He asked whether the state government wants a peaceful Odisha to become disturbed. Why is the (BJP) government patronising such criminal activities? Why is exemplary action not being taken? The people of Odisha are watching everything and keeping an account of everything. They will give an appropriate reply to such anarchy and such misgovernance, Patnaik remarked. The Opposition BJD alleged that party leader Balabantray and his supporters were murderously attacked by a group of around 4050 persons carrying swords, axes and other dangerous weapons during the party's Jan Sampark Padayatra at Madhupurgada Gram Panchayat under Jenapur Police Station in Jajpur district at around 3 p.m. on Sunday. Balabantray subsequently submitted a complaint to the Jajpur Superintendent of Police Yashpratap Shrimal seeking immediate registration of an FIR and stringent legal action against the persons named in the complaint and their unidentified associates. He alleged that the attackers are the supporters and associates of Dharmasala MLA Himanshu Sekhar Sahoo, and workers and supporters of the ruling BJP.
Puri school snakebite leaves student dead, another critical
Delang: A Class IX student died of snakebite, and another was critical after the two were bitten while staying overnight at their school following a block-level sports competition in Puri district, according to reports. The deceased was identified as 14-year-old Sai Swayam Jena, while PK Gyanaranjan Parida is undergoing treatment at Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar. []
Police delay affects PM-Rahat aid in Odisha, DGP told to act
CM: Odisha govt committed to rooting out drug trade by 2029
