The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Government of India, with the support of the Government of Odisha, is organising two major events in Bhubaneswar this week. The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2026 will be held on 23
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CureBay raises 100 crore in Pre-Series C round to expand rural network
The Bhubaneswar-based healthtech firm raised Rs 69 crore in equity and over Rs 30 crore in debt to expand its rural clinic network and strengthen AI-powered healthcare services
Cyclonic Circulation Strengthens Over Bay of Bengal; Odisha Braces for Worsening Sea Conditions
The India Meteorological Department has flagged a developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal that could bring increasingly rough seas and strong winds over the next few days, with potential rainfall impacts for parts of Odisha later in the week. According to the Evening Weather Bulletin issued by the Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar, on 22 [] The post Cyclonic Circulation Strengthens Over Bay of Bengal; Odisha Braces for Worsening Sea Conditions appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar is preparing to host one of the most consequential gatherings of urban policymakers, technologists, and practitioners in recent years. Beginning tomorrow, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), with the active support of the Government of Odisha, will convene the 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition followed immediately by the second [] The post Bhubaneswar Becomes Indias Urban Laboratory as Twin Conferences Redefine City Futures appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Vigilance Raids Unearth Crores in Assets, Farmhouse, and Buildings Linked to Jajpur AEE
The Odisha Vigilance wing has unearthed a staggering array of disproportionate assets linked to Tapan Sethi, Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of the R&B Sub-Division in Badachana, Jajpur. The ongoing searches have thus far revealed multiple high-value properties spread across Kataka, Bhubaneswar, and Puri, alongside substantial gold reserves and luxury vehicles. Assets Unearthed So Far The [] The post Vigilance Raids Unearth Crores in Assets, Farmhouse, and Buildings Linked to Jajpur AEE appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
AI, awareness & early detection: Rethinking Indias breast cancer response
Bhubaneswar The East Coast Railway (ECoR) will organise an extensive Jan Sambad public outreach campaign across designated railway stations under The post East Coast Railway to hold Jan Sambad drive to boost passenger engagement appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Two Promising Odisha Track Athletes Die in Late-Night Road Accident
The Indian athletics fraternity has been plunged into deep mourning following the untimely deaths of two of Odishas most promising young track stars, Mrutyam Jayaram Dandapat and Malaya Barik. The rising athletes lost their lives in a devastating road accident late at night near Nakhara on the Cuttack-Bhubaneswar National Highway. According to reports, the fatal [] The post Two Promising Odisha Track Athletes Die in Late-Night Road Accident appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Durga Puja Immersion in Bhubaneswar Today: Check Traffic Restrictions
The Commissionerate Police has announced strict traffic restrictions across Bhubaneswar starting at 2:00 PM today to ensure the smooth conduct of the grand Durga idol immersion processions. With festivities peaking across the capital city, processions organised by four major Bhasani committeesSaheed Nagar, Nayapalli, Chandrasekharpur, and Old Townwill traverse several key arterial roads, prompting widespread traffic [] The post Durga Puja Immersion in Bhubaneswar Today: Check Traffic Restrictions & Alternative Routes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CSIR-Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology (CSIR IMMT) has released the official notification for the post of Technical & Business Development Consultant. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 04 November 2026 at CSIR-IMMT Conference Room, Bhubaneswar. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit immt.res.in.
Rahul Gandhi visits abroad for lessons on bringing about
BHUBANESWAR: BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra has attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and accused him of hatching a conspiracy to bring about a regime change without elections and taking guidance from abroad. Addressing a press conference here on Wednesday, the Puri MP alleged that the Congress was attempting to create unrest in the country. An []
Patra accuses Rahul Gandhi of seeking regime change without polls
Bhubaneswar: Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) National Spokesperson Sambit Patra on Wednesday. October 21, attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and accused him of hatching a conspiracy to bring about a regime change without elections and taking guidance from abroad. Addressing a press conference here, the Puri MP alleged that the Congress was attempting to create unrest Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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341 Crore Odisha Mining Scam: ED Files Supplementary Chargesheet Against Ratikanta Rout
Troubles are mounting for Odisha-based mining businessman Ratikanta Rout as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a supplementary chargesheet against him in connection with a massive 341 crore illegal mining and money laundering scam. The supplementary prosecution complaint was filed on October 16 before the Special PMLA Court in Bhubaneswar. This follows the original chargesheet filed [] The post 341 Crore Odisha Mining Scam: ED Files Supplementary Chargesheet Against Ratikanta Rout appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Congress, INDIA Bloc pushing anarchy for regime change: BJP
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 21 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party national spokesperson and Lok Sabha MP Sambit Patra on Wednesday alleged that the Congress, the INDIA Bloc and anti-national forces are attempting to spread anarchy and destabilise the democratically elected government under the guise of seeking a regime change. Addressing a press conference in Bhubaneswar, Patra said the national flag is a symbol of the countrys sovereignty and cannot be used as a shield to violate the law or justify disorder. He claimed Rahul Gandhi had travelled abroad to formulate a strategy for regime change in India and that efforts were underway to politically revive him by fomenting unrest. Patra specifically referred to the proposed protest at Ramlila Maidan on 1 November 2026, stating that the Congress and INDIA Bloc were trying to create chaos to bring about a change of government. He urged the public to reject such alleged conspiracies through democratic means, citing the 1984 anti-Sikh massacre as a cautionary example, and called for safeguarding the countrys unity and constitutional institutions. Patra asserted that the masterminds behind the regime change agenda want Rahul Gandhi to be launched without having to contest an election. Even a satellite requires fuel to be launched; nothing gets launched on its own. There is now no fuel left behind Rahul Gandhi, as all of it has been exhausted, he said. He also claimed that thousands of attempts have been made to launch him, but none have succeeded, adding that now, a final attempt is being made to launch him; set the country on fire and launch Rahul Gandhi. Patra stated that, as part of this very attempt, Rahul Gandhi had travelled abroad and was holding meetings with Soros and members of his family. He clarified that this would not be limited to a single press conference; all the evidence regarding what Rahul Gandhi was doing abroad would be brought before the public. On the judicial custody of activists Saurabh Das and Ashutosh Ranka, Patra said the Delhi High Court had clarified that their custody was not due to hoisting the Tricolour but stemmed from violations of the conditions of their peace bond. He noted the courts observation that the people remain the same, but their issues change, which, according to him, raised serious questions about the intentions, associations and objectives behind the movement. Patra reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modis resolve that the country will neither bow down nor be destroyed, adding that any change of government in India rests solely with the people through their votes. The BJP central office in New Delhi issued the salient points of the press conference, emphasising that the party would continue to expose what it described as ulterior motives behind recent protests.
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'Who are they blackmailing?': Rahul Gandhis dig at BJP-RSS over 'Epstein-Puri picture'
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday took a swipe at the BJP and the RSS over a purported picture of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri with tainted US financier Jeffrey Epstein, linking the alleged release of it to US Secretary of State Marco Rubios ongoing India visit, without explicitly referring to the India-US trade deal. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi wrote, Rubio goes to Mumbai. The US DOJ releases a picture of Epstein and Puri. Dear BJP and RSS workers, which anti-national traitor do you think they're blackmailing? The Congress leaders post came amid questions raised by opposition leaders over Puris alleged meeting with Epstein, the convicted sex offender, after a purported photograph of the two circulated on social media. By juxtaposing the reported release of the picture with Rubios visit, Gandhi appeared to raise questions about the timing of the developments and their possible political implications. Although he did not mention the India-US trade deal in his post, the reference to Rubios visit has added to speculation within the Congress camp, where the issue has also been linked to ongoing discussions between New Delhi and Washington. Earlier, Congress leader Srinivas B.V. had explicitly connected the developments to Rubios visit to Mumbai and the discussions surrounding the India-US trade deal. In his X post, Srinivass remarks directly suggested a possible connection between the developments and trade negotiations. However, neither the timing of the photographs circulation nor the opposition leaders statements establish any link between the matter and the negotiations. Meanwhile, BJP leader Sambit Patra accused Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, of attempting regime change in India following his visit to Vietnam. Speaking on Wednesday in Bhubaneswar, Patra alleged that Gandhi was travelling abroad to receive coaching from financier George Soros on how to destabilise the country. Patras comments followed reports that Gandhi left India for a four-day private trip to Vietnam, amid ongoing protests related to the SIR matter.
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Kotia dispute: Ex-Union Minister Pradhan urges political parties to unite for Odishas interests
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 21 (IANS) Former Union Minister and Sambalpur MP, Dharmendra Pradhan, on Wednesday emphasised the need for everyone to come together, irrespective of political affiliations or opinions, to safeguard the rights of Odisha in the Kotia dispute. His statement comes amid renewed tensions over the Kotia region following recent attempts by the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh regime led by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, to hold local body elections in the disputed region. Notably, the Opposition Congress, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), and the BJP-led state government have been locked in a bitter war of words following Andhra Pradeshs latest incursions into the Kotia region. Sharing his views on the dispute on X, the Sambalpur MP wrote, We all know how important Kotia is for Odisha and the Odia people. Kotia is the identity of Odisha's sovereignty and integrity. As an Odia, the long-standing border dispute over Kotia is certainly a matter of concern. Regardless of party affiliations, there is a need to come together for Odisha's interests and find a collective solution. Highlighting his efforts to resolve the long-standing dispute, Pradhan noted that he had personally visited Kotia village in April 2018, February 2019, and April 2023. Pradhan said that to resolve the issues concerning Andhra Pradesh's interference and the border dispute in the region, he had earlier written letters requesting action to the then Chief Minister of Odisha and current Leader of the Opposition, Naveen Patnaik, on November 18, 2020, and October 31, 2022, as well as to the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, on September 22, 2021. The responsibility of political figures is crucial to resolving the issues of this region. Through dialogue, we need to create a cordial atmosphere and find a way towards a solution, Pradhan added. He asserted that the sacrifice and dedication of the great sons of Odisha, including Utkal Gourab Madhusudan Das, Utkalmani Gopabandhu Das, and Vyasa Kabi Fakir Mohan Senapati, to safeguard Odishas geographical boundaries will not go in vain. Our fight for Odia pride will continue. Protecting the unity and integrity of Odisha is the collective responsibility of all of us, Pradhan asserted.
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Odisha to showcase chemical, petrochemical investment potential at India Chem 2026
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 21 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is scheduled to leave for Mumbai on Wednesday to attend India Chem 2026, India's flagship biennial event for the chemicals and petrochemicals industry, which begins on Thursday. According to an official statement, CM Majhi will participate in the inaugural session and the CEO Roundtable, which will be chaired by Union Minister of Chemicals and Fertilisers J.P. Nadda, during his two-day visit to Mumbai. It noted that Chief Minister's visit will focus on attracting fresh investments and strengthening Odisha's position as an emerging industrial destination in the chemical and petrochemical sectors. The State's participation will highlight its industrial strengths, investment-ready infrastructure, progressive policies and growing ecosystem for chemical and petrochemical manufacturing. The programme will provide an important platform for Odisha to engage directly with industry leaders, present new investment opportunities and explore partnerships for the next phase of industrial growth, the state government said in the statement. During the visit, Chief Minister Majhi is scheduled to hold one-to-one meetings with leading representatives of the chemical and petrochemical industries, with discussions planned with more than 20 major companies. These interactions will focus on potential investments, industrial expansion, downstream manufacturing and opportunities to establish new industrial ventures in Odisha. A key highlight of the state's participation will be a presentation on coal gasification project, an emerging area of industrial opportunity for Odisha. The state is also likely to announce the establishment of a dedicated, large-scale chemical industrial park as part of its efforts to strengthen the industrial ecosystem, promote value addition, and attract investments across the chemical, petrochemical, plastics, and packaging segments. Odisha will participate alongside Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, reflecting the growing importance of states in shaping India's chemical and petrochemical manufacturing landscape. The event will provide Odisha with an opportunity to demonstrate its capabilities and strengthen engagement with domestic and international industry stakeholders. While states such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, and others have established themselves as major chemical and petrochemical hubs over several decades, Odisha is positioning itself as a leading investment destination in the chemical and petrochemical sector, leveraging its rich resource base, industrial infrastructure, and supportive policy framework. The state's established strengths in mining and metallurgy provide a strong foundation for expanding into downstream chemical and petrochemical industries, promoting value addition, and attracting investments in higher-value manufacturing. Speaking about state's participation at India Chem 2026, Hemant Sharma, Additional Chief Secretary of Industries department, said, Odisha has a strong industrial foundation, and we are now focused on expanding our presence in high-potential sectors such as chemicals and petrochemicals. Our participation at India Chem 2026 will provide an opportunity to engage directly with leading companies, present the state's investment opportunities and explore partnerships for future growth. With our industrial infrastructure, progressive policies and resource advantages, we are working to build a competitive ecosystem for chemical and petrochemical industries. The proposed dedicated large chemical industrial park and our focus on coal gasification will further strengthen this effort and open up new avenues for investment, value addition and employment generation, he added.
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Odisha to Showcase Investment Potential at India Chem 2026 in Mumbai
Odisha aims to attract investments in the chemical sector at India Chem 2026 in Mumbai, showcasing its industrial strengths. Odisha to Showcase Investment Potential at India Chem 2026 in Mumbai
Bhubaneswar and Kataka Gear Up for Grand Ravan Dahan Celebrations Today
Vijayadashami is being celebrated with immense devotion across Odisha on Wednesday, marking the culmination of the five-day Durga Puja festivities. As devotees bid farewell to Goddess Durga, twin cities Bhubaneswar and Kataka are making grand preparations for the traditional Ravan Dahan ceremonies, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. In the capital city of Bhubaneswar, [] The post Bhubaneswar and Kataka Gear Up for Grand Ravan Dahan Celebrations Today appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM to Chair High-Level Security Review Meeting Today at Lok Seva Bhawan
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is chairing a significant high-level meeting with senior police officials this afternoon at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. The meeting brings together key figures including the Director General of Police (DGP), the Chief Secretary, the Additional Chief Secretary of the Home Department, the Director of the Intelligence Department, and [] The post Odisha CM to Chair High-Level Security Review Meeting Today at Lok Seva Bhawan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
No DJs At Bhubaneswar Durga Puja Immersion Processions; 48 Platoons Of Police To Be Deployed
Bhubaneswar police banned DJ vehicles during Durga Puja immersion processions and will deploy 48 platoons to maintain law and order.
As Bhubaneswar wraps up its grand Dussehra celebrations, the Commissionerate Police have implemented strict security and regulatory measures for the upcoming Bhasani Utsav (idol immersion processions) and Ravan Podi events. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Saravana Vivek M announced a total ban on DJ music during immersion rallies, warning of immediate equipment seizure and criminal [] The post DJ Music Banned During Dussehra Immersion Processions in Bhubaneswar, Set Strict Ravan Podi Safety Rules appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Customs Seizes 8.5 kg Marijuana at Bhubaneswar Airport; Three Detained
Customs officials at Biju Patnaik International Airport have once again dealt a significant blow to international drug trafficking, seizing approximately 8.5 kg of marijuana (ganja) from a flight arriving from Bangkok. Three individuals from outside Odisha have been detained in connection with the case. The contraband was discovered during routine luggage screening of passengers arriving [] The post Customs Seizes 8.5 kg Marijuana at Bhubaneswar Airport; Three Detained appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar police implement three-tier security and traffic diversions for Durga Puja
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Commissionerate Police X Account Hacked; Crypto Scam Posts Appear
The official X account of the Bhubaneswar-Kataka Commissionerate Police was compromised on Monday, with unauthorised posts promoting a cryptocurrency airdrop appearing on the handle before the account was suspended. The X account had been inaccessible or under unauthorised control for approximately 16 hours. A post from the official handle @cpbbsrctc advertising the XAMAN Airdrop linked [] The post Commissionerate Police X Account Hacked; Crypto Scam Posts Appear appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha vs Andhra over Kotia: Naveen Patnaik turns up heat on Mohan Majhi govt
BJD chief Naveen Patnaik has written to chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi, questioning the state governments silence after Andhra Pradesh announced panchayat polls that may cover disputed Kotia villages. He asked whether the Go Back Andhra slogan was an election gimmick, as Congress and BJP leaders also weigh in.
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BJD files police complaint over deepfake videos targeting senior leader Sujata Rout
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 18 (IANS) The Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Sunday lodged a complaint for creation and circulation of Al-generated, deepfake and voice-cloned videos 'defaming', 'degrading' and targeting former bureaucrat and senior party leader Sujata Rout Karthikeyan by a social media account on Instagram and Facebook. Strongly condemning the circulation of videos against senior BJD leader, the party demanded in its complaint the registration of an FIR in the matter, a thorough investigation and strict legal action against those responsible. The complaint was submitted by BJD leader Amrita Mishra at Capital Police Station in Bhubaneswar against the unknown operators of the social media account Odianka Chhata on Instagram and Facebook. According to the complaint, videos allegedly uploaded on October 18 used artificial intelligence and voice-cloning technology to circulate fabricated content. One such video allegedly portrayed Sujata Rout Karthikeyan threatening the Principal of Kendrapara Autonomous College in connection with student union elections. The said content is entirely fabricated and has been manufactured with the sole intent to mislead the public, create discord, and lower the dignity and reputation of Sujata Rout Karthikeyan in the eyes of the public, as she belongs to the district of Kendrapara. The said content is solely created to politicise the matter as BJD has won in almost all colleges of Kendrapara, Mishra alleged in the complaint. The party urged the police to immediately identify those operating the accounts, preserve the digital evidence and conduct a forensic examination of the content to establish its authenticity and trace those involved. The complaint also sought steps to obtain relevant information from Meta Platforms, which owns Facebook and Instagram, through lawful procedures. The party urged the police to take necessary measures to prevent further circulation of the allegedly defamatory material. The BJD alleged that the misuse of artificial intelligence to fabricate statements, malign a woman leader and mislead the public was a serious matter requiring immediate intervention. It called for an impartial investigation and accountability under the law. The party demanded strict action against all persons found involved in creating, uploading or circulating the alleged deepfake content. The development comes amid heightened political activity following the student union elections held across Odisha on October 15.
The festive fervor of Durga Puja is at its peak across the capital city and the entire state, with Maha Ashtami being celebrated with immense grandeur and devotion. On this auspicious day, Goddess Durga manifested in her serene and radiant Mahagauri form, drawing an overwhelming multitude of devotees to various puja mandaps and shakti peethas [] The post Maha Ashtami Celebrations Peak in Bhubaneswar: Devotees Flock in Thousands for Mahagauri Darshan and Sandhi Puja appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Odisha CM hails peaceful campus polls, urges student leaders to counter baseless propaganda
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 18 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday called upon student leaders who emerged victorious in the recent campus polls held across colleges and universities in Odisha to play a key role in building a prosperous and developed state by countering negative propaganda by disruptive forces with positive messages. The Chief Minister made the call while attending a grand ceremony, Young Leaders Conclave, organised at the Kataka Indoor Stadium on Sunday. Majhi met the student leaders and congratulated the representatives who secured landslide victories in the students union elections held on October 15. Targeting the previous Biju Janata Dal-led state government, the CM wrote in a post on X following the event, The previous government had kept the elections suspended for nearly a decade since 2017, completely putting the democratic process on campuses on hold. Majhi also pointed out that the top leaders of the then ruling party, who had begun their political careers through student movements, as well as the then Higher Education Minister, remained silent and did not raise their voices against their own leaders decision, despite their background in student politics. When we resolved to hold the elections, pressure was exerted on us to postpone the polls by citing misleading information such as the atmosphere in the country is not favourable or Gen Z is unhappy. However, we fulfilled our promise and successfully conducted the elections across the state in an extremely peaceful and orderly manner, said CM Majhi. He said the student community delivered a fitting reply to the previous regime by conducting peaceful polls, proving that campus violence was merely a dark chapter of the past. Above all, the historic victory of the ABVP in Odisha, just as in Delhi University, has proved that the youth stand with Modi jis development policies, the CM added. While advising the student leaders, he said that this victory is not a matter of arrogance, but the beginning of an important duty. Being a leader does not mean limiting oneself to politics; it also means working to resolve the problems faced by ordinary students in areas such as education, hostels and sports, while acting as a bridge to ensure that the benefits of government welfare schemes reach every student, the Chief Minister noted. He also advised the student leaders to coordinate with college authorities to keep campuses free from violence and substance abuse. I call upon all young representatives to play a leading role in building a prosperous and developed Odisha by countering, through positive messages, the baseless propaganda of disruptive forces attempting to weaken the countrys constitutional system, and by upholding the ideals of Knowledge, Character and Unity, the Chief Minister stated.
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Twin Cities Abuzz as Politics and Festive Security Converge at Durga Puja Mandaps
Following heated student union election campaigns, Odishas political landscape has shifted directly to Durga Puja mandaps. With municipal elections on the horizon, leaders across party linesincluding Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Opposition Leader Naveen Patnaik, and PCC Presidentare visiting pandals across Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to connect with voters. While the ruling BJP looks to consolidate [] The post Twin Cities Abuzz as Politics and Festive Security Converge at Durga Puja Mandaps appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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BJD Files Police Complaint Over AI Deepfake Videos Targeting Sujata Rout Karthikeyan
Biju Janata Dal (BJD) today filed a formal complaint at the Capital Police Station in Bhubaneswar seeking registration of an FIR against the operators of the social media account Odianka Chhata on Instagram and Facebook. The complaint alleges that the account circulated AI-generated deepfake and voice-cloned videos targeting senior leader Sujata Rout Karthikeyan and other [] The post BJD Files Police Complaint Over AI Deepfake Videos Targeting Sujata Rout Karthikeyan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Saptami fervour grips city as theme pandals draw crowds
BMC activates 39 parking lots, puts up info on website to handle festive rush
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On Dussehra, a Sambalpur puja committee plans to burn cockroach effigy along with Ravana
Vatican City Recreated in Bhubaneswar: Rasulgarh Puja Pandal Stuns Devotees This Dussehra
Bhubaneswar is witnessing a grand celebration this Dussehra as the popular Rasulgarh Durga Puja Committee unveils its stunning thematic pandal replicating Romes iconic Vatican City. Known for pushing creative boundaries with massive architectural replicas, the committee has once again drawn massive crowds to the capital city. Architectural Marvel & Artisan Craftsmanship The grand Vatican City [] The post Vatican City Recreated in Bhubaneswar: Rasulgarh Puja Pandal Stuns Devotees This Dussehra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Forest Department clerk, two associates arrested in Rs 65.90 lakh fraud
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 18 (IANS) The Odisha Vigilance on Sunday arrested a senior clerk of the Forest Department and two of his associates in Dhenkanal district on charges of misappropriating government funds amounting to Rs 65,90,773 over a period spanning 2016 to 2026. The accused were identified as Sujit Kumar Jena, Senior Clerk at the office of the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Dhenkanal, his associates Soumya Ranjan Behera (a forest department Staff) and Rashmi Ranjan Swain. The agency, in a statement on Sunday, described the arrest of the trio in connection with the Rs 65.90 lakh embezzlement case as a major breakthrough. According to the official statement, following a comprehensive verification spanning transactions from 2016 to 2026, the Vigilance sleuths unearthed a systematic pattern of fraud. It also added that the investigation revealed that the prime accused, Jena, exploited his administrative access to siphon off public funds into private bank accounts belonging to himself, his family members, and co-conspirators. Salaries intended for dismissed and absconding employees, retiring employees' arrear bills, provisional pensions, government allocations meant for establishment pay bills, contingency expenses, staff arrear salaries, and fraudulent Travelling Allowance (T.A.) claims were unlawfully routed out of public funds by Jena, said the agency. During the course of the investigation, the police found that Rs 8,72,520 had been transferred to the bank account of Jenas mother, Rs 10,48,866 to Soumya Ranjan Behera, staff member (Elephant Squad, Sadar Range), and Rs 8,86,193 to close associate Rashmi Ranjan Swain. After the crime was exposed, the trio evaded arrest for an extended period. Odisha Vigilance successfully tracked their movements through technical intelligence and mobile location monitoring, resulting in their apprehension, Odisha Vigilance added. A case (40/26) has been registered in this regard at the Kataka Vigilance Police Station under the Prevention of Corruption Act, and relevant sections of BNS against the prime accused Jena and his associates, Swain, and Behera. They were forwarded to the Court of Special Judge, Vigilance, Dhenkanal, on Sunday.
Braj Mohan Ram Sworn In as Odisha Governor; Orissa HC Chief Justice Harish Tandon Administers Oath
Senior BJP leader and former Parliamentarian Braj Mohan Ram was officially sworn in as the 44th Governor of Odisha on Sunday during a solemn ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Bhubaneswar. Orissa High Court Chief Justice Harish Tandon administered the oath of office and secrecy to Ram, who donned traditional attire as he took the [] The post Braj Mohan Ram Sworn In as Odisha Governor; Orissa HC Chief Justice Harish Tandon Administers Oath appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Durga Puja trip turns fatal, 2 killed in accident
Man held for poisoning wife over dowry
Youth electrocuted while repairing light
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MKCG med college collects 1,000 pieces of clothes for needy
Man gets 20 yrs jail term for kidnapping, raping minor
Union min Shah lauds ABVPs performance in student union polls
Odisha seek revival against Kerala after Gujarat setback
9-hr chase helps Odisha vigilance nab irrigation engineer in bribery case, Rs 21L seized
