Odisha to build 2.92L more houses under Antyodaya Gruha Yojana
Similipal Tiger Reserve to reopen for tourists on Nov 1
BCJDs early win claim at Rama Devi sparks chaos
Youth Cong alleges corruption in OSMCL tendering
52000 cannabis plants destroyed in Boudh dist
Excise raids seize illicit liquor, drugs worth Rs 5.1cr in festive season
ABVP, BCJD share early spoils in college polls
Death toll rises to 2 in Jajpur LPG cylinder blast case
Fire services find 74% of buildings fail safety norms, issue 3.4k notices
Man injured in wild boar attack in Ganjam
HC denies bail to 3 cops in 2017 custodial death case
Odisha Bids Farewell to Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati in Heartfelt Ceremony
Read about the heartfelt farewell ceremony for outgoing Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, hosted by Lok Bhavan officials and staff in Bhubaneswar. The post Odisha Bids Farewell to Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati in Heartfelt Ceremony appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Man gets 2 yrs jail for cheating farmer
Expect dry Durga Puja as monsoon retreats from state
Hockey Odisha welcomes Del HC order referring Tirkeys plea to grievance panel
Phulbani med college hosp set to open in phases by March
Rourkela gears up for Durga Puja with 109 committees, safety steps
Vendor arrested for stabbing man in Rourkela
Ekamra Walks to return from Oct 17 with spl Dussehra, UMI trails
Jual Oram plays Nishadraj in Delhi Ramlila, highlights tribal heritage
CM hosts next-gen industrialists at Kalinganagar meet
Ekamra Walks 10th Edition Begins Oct 17: Special Dussehra
Bhubaneswar is set to unveil its rich tapestry of heritage, nature, and modern urban design as the Heritage Cell of the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) launches the 10th edition of Ekamra Walks on October 17. Coinciding with the festive spirit of Durga Puja, this flagship guided initiative invites both residents and global visitors to experience [] The post Ekamra Walks 10th Edition Begins Oct 17: Special Dussehra & UMI Trails appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Commemorates Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 as ICAR-CIWA Empowers Women Farmers
In alignment with the global observance of the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, the ICARCentral Institute for Women in Agriculture (ICAR-CIWA) commemorated Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas today in Bhubaneswar. The convention brought together over 250 participantsranging from progressive women farmers, Self-Help Group (SHG) members, and Women Farmer Producer Organizations (WFPOs) to agricultural scientists [] The post Odisha Commemorates Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 as ICAR-CIWA Empowers Women Farmers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
RIE Bhubaneswar Hosts Capacity Building Programme on NEP 2020
A three-day Capacity Building Programme on the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023 concluded at the Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar. Organized by the Department of Curriculum Studies & Development (DCS&D), NCERT, New Delhi, in collaboration with RIE Bhubaneswar, the event brought together 51 nodal principals [] The post RIE Bhubaneswar Hosts Capacity Building Programme on NEP 2020 & NCF-SE 2023 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BCJD state president detained amid tension at Rama Devi University
Orissa HC launches mobile vans for witness testimonies
ABVP Dominates Odisha Campus Polls: Key Wins Reported Across Sambalpur, Anugola, and Bhubaneswar
Counting for the long-awaited student union elections concluded across universities and degree colleges in Odisha on Thursday, with early results highlighting a strong showing by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) across multiple major campuses, even as isolated incidents of campus unrest, vandalism, and clashes surfaced in various districts. Key ABVP Victories Across the State [] The post ABVP Dominates Odisha Campus Polls: Key Wins Reported Across Sambalpur, Anugola, and Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ABVP Wins Student Elections at BJB and Rajdhani College in Bhubaneswar
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) secured resounding victories at two of Bhubaneswars premier higher education institutions, BJB Autonomous College and Rajdhani College, as student union election results were announced across Odisha following an eight-year hiatus. At BJB Autonomous College, Aryan Mohapatra emerged victorious in the presidential race. Mohapatras win drew widespread attention after he [] The post ABVP Wins Student Elections at BJB and Rajdhani College in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Student Union Elections: Voting Wraps Up Successfully with Results Set for Evening
Polling for student union elections across colleges and universities in Odisha concluded peacefully on Wednesday, ending an eight-year hiatus. Twin-city Police Commissioner S. Dev Datta Singh confirmed that the voting process in Bhubaneswar and Kataka finished without any major disruptions. Polling began at 8 AM and continued until 2 PM across roughly 344 to 346 [] The post Odisha Student Union Elections: Voting Wraps Up Successfully with Results Set for Evening appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Campus elections took a contentious turn in Bhubaneswar as Biju Chhatra Janata Dal (BCJD) President Ipsita Sahu was picked up by police from the Rama Devi Womens University campus on Thursday while student union voting was underway. Her detention triggered immediate counter-protests from supporting girl students outside the university premises. Allegations and FIR Details The [] The post BCJD President Ipsita Sahu Detained by Police from Rama Devi University Campus During Election Voting appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Govt draws draft lightning safety SOP, action plan
NITR researchers develop low cost material from jackfruit peel
Minister Harichandan Reviews Pre-Dussehra Road Repair Drive in Twin Cities
With Dussehra just around the corner, Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan chaired a high-level review meeting to assess road repair work across the twin cities of Kataka and Bhubaneswar and surrounding areas. Officials reported that most damaged stretches have already been fixed, drawing appreciation from attending MLAs who thanked the state government and the Works Department [] The post Minister Harichandan Reviews Pre-Dussehra Road Repair Drive in Twin Cities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Temple opens for 11 days during Navratri
Cops rescue 7-year-old from NH-16, reunite with family
ED uncovers new links in Odisha SI job test scam
Cockroaches trying to derail country, says CM, unveils 39k-cr projects
Repair damaged roads in twin cities in 2 days: Min to officials
Will work to strengthen party in Odisha: Guv-designates remark sparks row, oppn slams BJP
Pradhan writes to Gadkari, seeks infra to boost NH-49 safety
Cinpolis India and RealD announce 3D Film Festival across 18 cities, tickets priced at Rs 150
Cinpolis India, in partnership with RealD, has announced a special 3D Film Festival starting October 23, 2026. The festival will be held across 23 Cinpolis cinemas in 18 cities across India, bringing a selection of popular film franchises, family entertainers and cult classics back to the big screen in 3D. Tickets for all screenings will be priced at Rs 150. The festival's lineup includes Spider-Man: No Way Home, Fast & Furious 7, Jurassic World, Mufasa: The Lion King and Lilo & Stitch in English, along with the Hindi film Raaz 3. The initiative aims to give moviegoers an opportunity to revisit these titles in a 3D theatrical format at an accessible price. The festival will take place in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Navi Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Surat, Thane and Vadodara. Speaking about the initiative, Ashish Misra, Head of Commercialisation, Cinpolis India, said, When people come back to a film they already know, they come for the moments. They know exactly when the big scene is coming, and they wait for it with a hall full of people who are waiting for the same thing. That's what makes watching a film in a cinema special and seeing it in 3D on a big screen adds to it. We've taken the festival to 18 cities, from Bhopal to Bhubaneswar, because people everywhere should be able to enjoy that. Nathan Davis, VP of Marketing at RealD, also spoke about the collaboration and the festival's focus on bringing audiences back to cinemas. He said, India continues to be one of the world's most exciting moviegoing markets, and we're thrilled to partner with Cinpolis India to bring audiences back into theaters for some of the most memorable 3D experiences ever released. This festival is a great opportunity for fans to rediscover the immersive storytelling that premium 3D can deliver, while also building excitement for the next generation of cinematic events. As audiences look ahead to highly anticipated releases such as Ramayana and Avengers: Doomsday, we're excited to help create even more unforgettable moments on the big screen through the power of RealD 3D. Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: Cinepolis Indias Ashish Misra predicts HISTORIC Rs. 15,000 cr India box office in 2026; says, Ramayana can be the BIGGEST film Indian cinema has ever seen
BDA to adjust application fee with flat cost
Odisha: ED uncovers organised network behind SI exam paper leak
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 14 (IANS) The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bhubaneswar Zonal Office, has conducted a search operation at 12 premises located in Odisha and West Bengal between October 9, 10 and 12, in connection with the leakage of the question paper of the Sub Inspector Recruitment Exam-2024 in Odisha, the agency informed on Wednesday. The searches were carried out at the premises of M/s Silicon Techlab Private Limited, M/s Panchsoft Technologies Private Limited, M/s PSIL International Limited, their directors and other associates. During the searches, the ED sleuths unearthed and seized various incriminating documents, electronic devices and records under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The seized materials are under further examination. The case dates back to October 2025, when Odisha Police registered an FIR after intercepting three buses carrying 114 SI recruitment candidates near Ichhapuram on September 30 last year. The case was later taken over by the CBI. Candidates were also allegedly asked to pay Rs 15 lakh to Rs 30 lakh each for leaked question papers. The exam was scheduled for October 56, 2025, the ED said. The ED found that the Odisha Police Recruitment Board (OPRB) assigned the examination to Central PSU ITI Limited, which subsequently outsourced the work to Bhubaneswar-based Silicon Techlab Private Limited (STPL). However, STPL, through its director Suresh Chandra Nayak, allegedly sublet the work of handling sensitive candidate information to Panchsoft Technology Private Limited without the written permission of ITI Limited, in connivance with Panchsoft Technologys director Sankar Prusty. Subsequently, the persons linked with Silicon Techlab and Sankar Prusty approached the candidates and lured them with the promise of providing the confidential information of the exam paper in place of money and mobilised them, the ED noted. The sleuths came across a set of transactions between accused Prusty and STPL even before the commencement of the SI Recruitment Exam-2024 process, which shows their connivance. It is also revealed that PSIL International Limited (formerly Patnaik Steel International Limited) and its directors, Sameer Rath and wife Saswati Mishra, acquired a majority stake in Silicon Techlab under a purported share purchase agreement dated August 5, 2023, which is under further examination. Investigation revealed that the said agreement was never submitted before the Registrar of Companies by either of the two companies, ED stated. The agency found that despite PSIL directors acquiring a controlling stake and management control of STPL, Nayak remained its director and corresponded with ITI Limited on the SI examination without authorisation. Despite knowing that Nayak was handling the examination work without authorisation, Sameer Rath and Swasti Mishra did not inform ITI Limited. Subsequently, Nayak unauthorisedly accessed the examination papers. Investigations and searches conducted so far have unearthed the role of companies/entities which have so far remained outside the investigative net of agencies. Further, searches have also revealed the possible role of other persons, including those associated with OPRB & other companies/ entities. Such entities are intricately linked with the entire examination cycle, ED added. The agency concluded on the basis of evidence collected during searches that the question paper was leaked in an organised manner, generating substantial proceeds of crime through cash collected from candidates.
Odisha govt launches 46 industrial projects worth Rs 39,383 crore
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 14 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 46 medium and large industrial projects worth Rs 39,383 crore across 14 districts of the state, describing the event as a golden chapter in Odishas second industrial revolution. According to the officials, the industrial projects, launched at an event in the Kalinganagar area of Jajpur district on Wednesday, are expected to generate 42,512 jobs. Addressing the gathering during the event, Majhi said, The launch of industrial projects across Odisha on this auspicious day marked a golden chapter in the state's second industrial revolution. Before our government came to power, industrial investment had remained merely a slogan and a means of publicity. But we have translated every Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) into reality, built factories, started production and succeeded in employing our Odia sons and daughters. He said Odisha is at the centre of Prime Minister Narendra Modis Purvodaya vision and the state government aimed to build a Samruddha Odisha by expanding its economy to $500 billion over the next 10 years. Majhi also said Odishas second position in the country in attracting investments, according to a NITI Aayog index, reflected the industrys confidence in the state. The projects inaugurated and launched on Wednesday are spread across Anugola, Bargada, Baleshwar, Boudh, Kataka, Dhenkanal, Jajpur, Jagatsinghpur, Kendujhar, Khordha, Mayurbhanj, Puri, Sambalpur and Sundargada districts. The Chief Minister said industrial development should not remain confined to a few districts only. He noted that in less than two years, the government has laid the foundation stones for or inaugurated 151 projects involving investments of more than Rs 3.11 lakh crore, opening up employment opportunities for over 2.4 lakh young people. With the latest projects launched on Wednesday, the total value of projects grounded in the state has crossed Rs 3.5 lakh crore, Majhi added. CM Majhi also informed that the government has been giving priority to labour-intensive sectors such as textiles and garments, food processing and pharmaceuticals to stop distress migration of youths to outside the state for jobs. He also urged industries to provide more employment opportunities for women in sectors such as textiles, electronics and IT services. The Chief Minister said the government was providing support to investors throughout the project life cycle, from proposal submission to project implementation. So far, 560 industrial proposals involving investments of more than Rs 12.07 lakh crore have been approved, with the potential to generate around seven lakh jobs, he said. Taking a swipe at the opposition, Majhi said that while opposition parties were busy with politics, his government was focused on Odishas progress and development.
Keonjhar boy killed in elephant attack
Odisha: Celebrities Join 5-Km Run To Raise Awareness On ADHD
Abhisht Charitable Trust organised a 5-km run in Bhubaneswar as part of ADHD Awareness Month, bringing together celebrities, athletes and caregivers to encourage greater public understanding of the condition.
Proposed Ayush institute in Khurda shifted to save trees
Violence mars Utkal varsity campaign meet day before student polls
OMC, AMD ink MoU for critical mineral exploration in Odisha
Vintage cars, SUVs, feasts for campus polls: Lyngdoh rules gone for a toss
XIM Bhubaneswar Wins Rs 1 Lakh at Godrej
Godrej DEI Lab, the diversity, equity, and inclusion arm of the Godrej Industries group, has launched Gateway, a structured returnship programme designed for experienced women professionals re-entering the workforce after life transitions such as motherhood, caregiving, or marriage. The initiative aims to strengthen Godrejs retention and promotion efforts for skilled women. Currently, women represent 30% [] The post XIM Bhubaneswar Wins Rs 1 Lakh at Godrejs DEI-Focused Campus Finale appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BDA Makes Ekamra Residency Application Fee Adjustable, Fast-Tracks 10 New Town Planning Schemes
In a major relief for prospective homebuyers, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has announced that the Rs 10,000 application fee for its Ekamra Residency housing project at Subudhipur will be adjusted against the final cost of the flats. The decision was finalized during the 153rd Authority Meeting, chaired by Housing and Urban Development Minister and [] The post BDA Makes Ekamra Residency Application Fee Adjustable, Fast-Tracks 10 New Town Planning Schemes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Development of party its main agenda: Odisha LoP Naveen Patnaik targets BJP govt
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 14 (IANS) Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday targeted the BJP-led Odisha government, alleging that the previous BJD government had prioritised the development of Odisha, while the present government was concerned only with the development of the ruling party. The BJD supremo made the remarks while addressing a gathering during the Jana Samparka Padyatra organised by the regional party in the Bhubaneswar Central Assembly constituency on Tuesday. Addressing the gathering during the programme, LoP Patnaik said, During the BJD government, Odishas development was our number one agenda, but under this double-engine government, their partys development is their main agenda, not Odishas. Patnaik further stated that people from all sections of society were facing difficulties under the present government. Farmers, women, elderly people, the poor and the middle class were all suffering, while the future of Gen Z was uncertain, he alleged. Prices of essential commodities were rising continuously, causing hardship to people, but the government remained indifferent to their problems, Patnaik alleged. Taking a dig at the state government, he said Odisha under the current BJP-led government is ranked number one in the country in terms of incompetence. Patnaik urged party workers to stay connected with the people and expose what he described as the failures of the state government. He advised the party workers to take the failures of the double-engine government to every household and create awareness among the people. Former minister Ashok Panda, MLAs Sushant Rout and Ananta Narayan Jena, Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das and Manmath Routray also addressed the gathering and strongly criticised the state government. MP Shubhashish Khuntia and Begunia MLA Pradip Sahu were among those present. Local corporator Bharat Lenka delivered the vote of thanks. The programme also witnessed a large gathering of people. It is worth noting that the public outreach march by BJD, which began on October 2 on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, will continue until November 2.
Explore Bhitarkanika with luxury floating this puja season
MKCG docs perform knee replacement on 65-yr-old woman
Food Safety Department Raids Hotels and Sweet Stalls in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Dussehra
With the festive season of Dussehra just around the corner, the Food Safety Department in Bhubaneswar has stepped up enforcement, launching a series of rigorous raids across film halls, market complexes, hotels, and restaurants in the capital city. During a recent inspection drive, authorities uncovered serious safety violations, seizing a significant quantity of adulterated chhena [] The post Food Safety Department Raids Hotels and Sweet Stalls in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Dussehra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Four held in Angul for killing wild boar with bait bomb; six explosives seized
Towards a Lightning-Safe Odisha: OSDMA Hosts National Workshop to Curb Disaster Risks
As part of its relentless pursuit of advanced disaster resilience, the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) is gearing up to host a prestigious Two-Day National Workshop on Lightning Safety. Scheduled for October 15 and 16, 2026, at Hotel Lemon Tree Premier, Bhubaneswar, the event will bring together top-tier scientists, researchers, technical institutions, and policymakers [] The post Towards a Lightning-Safe Odisha: OSDMA Hosts National Workshop to Curb Disaster Risks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMD Issues 5-Day Thunderstorm and Rain Warning Across Coastal and Southern Odisha Districts
The weather pattern across Odisha is set for a notable shift just ahead of the festive season. According to the regional centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar, a fresh spell of rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, is expected to affect several parts of the state for the next five days, starting [] The post IMD Issues 5-Day Thunderstorm and Rain Warning Across Coastal and Southern Odisha Districts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BJD Holds Massive Padayatra in Bhubaneswar, Targets Govt over Inflation
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday organised a high-intensity Janasamparka Padayatra (Mass Contact Rally) in the Bhubaneswar Middle Assembly constituency, drawing a massive gathering of party workers and local citizens. Addressing the large assembly, BJD President and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched a scathing attack on the ruling government, accusing it of utter [] The post BJD Holds Massive Padayatra in Bhubaneswar, Targets Govt over Inflation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar's Utkal University Why I Stand For meet stalled after ABVP-BCJD scuffle ahead of polling
7-year-old boy strays onto highway in Odisha; rescued by patrolling cops
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Project Associate I Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) has released Notification No. PHYSIO/19/2025-PHYSIO DEPT for the post of Project Associate I. Eligible candidates can send their applications by email till 31 October 2026.
1 dead, 5 injured as speeding SUV rams into multiple bikes
Odisha police to launch advanced coastal surveillance to boost security
Odisha Cabinet approves free textbooks for Class IX, X
Speeding SUV Hits Car Then Runs Over Pedestrians in Bhubaneswar, One Dead, 6 Injured
A late-night chain of accidents in the Bharatpur area of the state capital left one person dead and six others injured after an SUV first collided with a car and then ploughed into people standing by the roadside. According to police, the Scorpio struck a car before veering onto the roadside and running over a [] The post Speeding SUV Hits Car Then Runs Over Pedestrians in Bhubaneswar, One Dead, 6 Injured appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cabinet congratulates PM Modi on 25 years in public office
Weavers report low puja sales, blame middlemen
Man arrested for killing wife, staging suicide
6-year-old girl sexually assaulted; father sentenced to life
Centre approves 2,100cr upgrade for Jharsuguda VSS Airport
Elephant tramples elderly man to death in Keonjhar
Man gets 5-yr RI for molesting adopted daughter
Steel to IT: CM to unveil 46 projects worth Rs 39,383 crore today
Odisha Cabinet Approves Rs 176.83 Crore Disaster Recovery Data Centre in Kendujhar
The Odisha Cabinet today approved the establishment of a Disaster Recovery-cum-Data Centre (DR-cum-DC) at Kendujhar to safeguard the states critical digital infrastructure. The facility will serve as a geographically independent backup for the Odisha State Data Centre (OSDC) in Bhubaneswar, ensuring continuity of government services during major disruptions. The OSDC hosts essential applications, databases, and [] The post Odisha Cabinet Approves Rs 176.83 Crore Disaster Recovery Data Centre in Kendujhar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
SUV processions, food, rallies mark final day of campus poll campaign
Keonjhar to get backup data centre for Odishas critical digital services
Cabinet approves Rs 134cr bid for fishing harbour at Astaranga
12-foot python rescued near Puri railway station
IMD forecasts light to moderate rainfall in districts
Student polls drive low attendance
Headmaster arrested for sexual abuse of Class VI student
Odisha: Kandhamal woman gives birth to conjoined twins at MKCG Hospital
The case has drawn comparisons with Jaga and Balia, the conjoined twins from Milipada village in Kandhamal district, who were born on April 9, 2015, joined at the head.
Couple found dead in their home in Nuapada dist
Pedestrian killed as speeding bike hits him in Deogarh
Young People Increasingly Vulnerable to Screen-Related Eye Problems: AIIMS Bhubaneswar
Refractive errors and computer vision syndrome are increasingly emerging as eye-health concerns among young people, with prolonged screen exposure, poor visual habits and neglect of early symptoms contributing to the problem, AIIMS Bhubaneswar executive director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas has said.
Mayor fumes at name omission from plaque; act inadvertent, says BJP
HC rejects couple's plea for protection, flags bid to bypass marriage age law
Odisha Hosts State-Level Workshop on Free Trade Agreements to Boost Exports
To position Odishas business and export sectors prominently on the global map, a state-level workshop titled Leveraging Free Trade Agreements was successfully held at the Mayfair Convention in Bhubaneswar. Addressing the gathering, Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Gokulananda Mallik emphasised that the global market represents a vibrant new horizon for prosperity. He [] The post Odisha Hosts State-Level Workshop on Free Trade Agreements to Boost Exports appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
