PM Modi to visit UP, Odisha today; to attend IAF aerial display at Namo Ghat in Varanasi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Uttar Pradesh and Odisha on Sunday. During the visit, he will witness the Indian Air Forces aerial display at Namo Ghat in Varanasi and will inaugurate the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar. During his visit to Uttar 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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PM Modi will also witness the Air Force Day Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat in Varanasi
PM Modi to visit Varanasi, Bhubaneswar on Sunday for key inaugurations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will go to Uttar Pradesh and Odisha on Sunday during which he will witness the Air Force Day aerial display in Varanasi and inaugurate an RBI data centre and cyber security training institute in Bhubaneswar. In Varanasi, the prime minister will also inaugurate Arvind Limited's new garment manufacturing facility which marks an important step towards strengthening India's textile and apparel manufacturing ecosystem and promoting industrial growth in the region, an official statement said. Focusing on modern manufacturing practices, the facility will create meaningful employment opportunities, particularly for women, and contribute to the region's economic progress, it said. The inauguration also highlights Uttar Pradesh's growing role as a destination for industrial investment and manufacturing-led growth, it added. With a global customer base, it is a testament to how products manufactured in Varanasi will reach across the world, the statement said. Bei
Traffic Advisory Issued for PM Modi
Bhubaneswar residents and commuters are being asked to plan ahead as the city prepares for the visit of the Prime Minister of India on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar-Kataka has issued a public notice detailing temporary traffic restrictions to ensure smooth movement and security during the visit. According to the notice signed [] The post Traffic Advisory Issued for PM Modis Odisha Visit on Oct 25 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Urban Mobility India 2026 Kicks Off in Bhubaneswar, Spotlight on Sustainable Transport
The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2026 was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, Tokhan Sahu, along with Housing and Urban Development Minister of Odisha, Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, in Bhubaneswar today. The two-day Conference, being held on 2324 Oct at Hotel Mayfair Sanctuary, is being organised [] The post Urban Mobility India 2026 Kicks Off in Bhubaneswar, Spotlight on Sustainable Transport appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Urban Mobility India Conference begins In Bhubaneswar
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (IANS) The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference 2026 kicked off in Bhubaneswar on Friday, with Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu inaugurating the two-day event at Hotel Mayfair Sanctuary here. The two-day conference, being held on October 2324, is organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), through the Institute of Urban Transport (India), with the support of the Odisha Government. The inaugural session was attended by Odisha Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Chief Secretary Anu Garg, and other senior officials of MoHUA and the Odisha H&UD Department. Senior officials, national and international experts, policymakers, representatives of Metro Rail companies, transport undertakings, industry professionals and academicians also participated. The conference, themed Urban Accessibility and Liveability in Digital Age, focuses on improving urban accessibility, integrated transport infrastructure and quality of urban life through emerging digital technologies. Deliberations cover sustainable and low-carbon public transport, seamless multimodal integration, first- and last-mile connectivity, reducing traffic congestion and emissions, and using digital technologies to make cities more accessible, inclusive and liveable. An annual MoHUA initiative under the National Urban Transport Policy (NUTP), 2006, the conference provides a platform to share best practices, emerging technologies and innovative solutions in urban mobility. Addressing the gathering during the event, Sahu stated that the UMI Conference has emerged as an important national platform for shaping the future of urban transport. Highlighting this years theme, Urban Accessibility and Liveability in Digital Age, he said, true progress in urban development should be measured by how safely, comfortably and independently citizens, including women, children, senior citizens and persons with disabilities, can travel within cities. Sahu highlighted the expansion of Indias operational metro network from 248 km in 2014 to over 1,185 km across 26 cities, with another 998 km under construction. He said initiatives such as the National Common Mobility Card, QR-based ticketing and PM e-Bus Sewa are making public transport more accessible and sustainable. Appreciating the Odisha Governments efforts, he cited the Ama Bus/Mo Bus services as an example of modern, technology-enabled public transport. He said efficient and inclusive urban mobility would be crucial to achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and expressed confidence that the conference would help develop innovative solutions to make Indian cities more accessible, inclusive and environmentally sustainable. As part of the Conference, an exhibition showcasing best practices in urban transport from India and abroad, emerging technologies, services and innovative mobility solutions was also inaugurated on Friday. A total of 28 exhibitors, including representatives from the Odisha Government, Metro Rail Companies, public sector organisations and private sector entities, are participating in the exhibition. The first day of the Conference featured a Conclave Session, a Technical Session, three Round Table discussions and a Special Session on comprehensive regional mobility planning. The discussions covered the role of digital technology, data governance, institutional reforms and sustainable transport systems in improving urban accessibility and liveability.
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Prepared to face cyclonic system, people need not panic: Odisha Minister
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (IANS) Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Friday assured the public that the state government is fully prepared and has completed all the preparations to tackle the impending cyclonic system. While speaking to media persons, Pujari urged the people not to panic as the state has extensive experience handling severe weather disasters and is ready to face such challenges. He said the administration is prepared for the worst-case scenario regardless of the final intensity of the cyclonic storm or landfall location. The minister stated that all concerned departments of the state government as well as district administrations are fully prepared to face any eventualities faced by the probable cyclone. There is no need to worry, nor is there any need to be perturbed. This cyclone will also come and pass. And to ensure there is no significant damage, the State Government has already put in place whatever arrangements are necessary, said Pujari. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), on Friday, a Low Pressure Area has formed over southeast and adjoining east central Bay of Bengal under the influence of the upper air cyclonic circulation in the region. It is most likely to persist over the same region and intensify into a depression on 24th October 2026. Thereafter, it is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify further into a deep depression on 25th October & into a cyclonic storm over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal by 26th October morning. It would then continue to intensify further and move west-northwestwards towards North Andhra Pradesh and adjoining South Odisha coasts during the subsequent 2 days, informed the IMD on Friday. Meanwhile, IMD Bhubaneswar director Manorama Mohanty said once a depression forms, the systems likely track will be indicated. She added that it is expected to move towards the west-northwest. The fishermen in Odisha have been advised not to venture into the sea along and off the Odisha Coasts on October 26th and 27. The intensity of rainfall in coastal areas of the state is expected to increase from October 27 evening. The state is expected to experience very heavy rainfall on October 29. However, on the 26th, coastal districts are likely to experience rainfall accompanied by lightning and thunder.
ISL 2026/27: Odisha FC look to regain momentum in clash with NorthEast United
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (IANS) With just one point from two games, Odisha FC will look to secure their first win of the Indian Super League (ISL)_2026-27 season when they host NorthEast United FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. The Highlanders have won both their opening matches to sit at the top of the standings, while Odisha have collected just one point from their first two games. The fixture brings back memories of their previous meeting in March, when Odisha registered a 4-1 victory, with Rahul K.P. scoring twice and Subham Bhattacharya finding the net on his debut. However, head coach TG Purushothaman expects a different challenge against a NorthEast United side that has built strong combinations over the past few seasons. It will be a tough match for us. They are a well-gelled team. They have been playing together for two to three years. Their understanding and combinations are good, Purushothaman said. The Odisha coach stressed the importance of handling expectations and giving his teams best effort, saying, We have to go without pressure; pressure won't give you anything, it will give you all the negative things. We have to overcome the pressure and we have to find a way on how we need to perform well in a positive way. NorthEast United head coach Juan Pedro Benali played down the significance of his sides position at the top of the early standings, urging his players not to underestimate Odisha FC. Reflecting on last seasons defeat in Guwahati, he said, Last season, everybody underestimated Odisha, and they beat us here. We don't want to make the same mistake. He added, Every game is a new story, new tactics, new everything. If you think the last game means you will win the next one, you're mistaken. Benali also praised forward Parthib Gogois team-first attitude after he featured for only a few minutes in his 100th appearance for the club, highlighting the importance of collective progress over individual milestones. NorthEast United will be without defender Asheer Akhtar, who is sidelined with a broken rib. Benali confirmed that Asheer could return to training next week. Meanwhile, Odisha's new signing Stephen Eze remains unfazed by the growing home expectations. The fans will be here; there are too many expectations. I am just focused on the game. No pressure. I will do what I can do best to help my team. The hosts will look to make home advantage count as they seek to turn their performances into points.
Odisha: Congress team visits Baleshwar to probe minor girls rape and murder
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 23 (IANS) Following the directions of Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das, a party fact-finding team visited Jaleswar in Baleshwar district on Friday to investigate the rape and murder of a minor girl whose decomposed body was recovered on Thursday. According to an office order of the OPCC, the Congress fact-finding team will proceed to the victim girls native village and meet the deceased's family as well as visit the spot of the incident. The delegation comprises Ashok Das, Deputy Chief Whip of the Congress Legislature Party in the Assembly and Balasore District In-charge, Debiprasanna Chand, Former MLA, Sanjeeb Giri, PCC General Secretary, etc. It is worth noting that the victim, a Class X student, was acquainted with the accused, Chandrakant Jena alias Kanha, of Sultanpur village under Jaleswar police limits. Local sources claimed that on October 16, Kahna took the victim on his motorcycle on the pretext of taking her to a nearby market. After several hours, when the victim did not return home, her parents approached the police, alleging that Kahna had kidnapped her. However, the local police reportedly let him go after questioning him. After obtaining reliable clues in the case, police brought Kanha back to the police station on Thursday, where he reportedly confessed during interrogation to raping and murdering the girl. Based on information elicited during interrogation, police recovered the victims half-burnt body from the crime scene on Thursday. Following the recovery of the body, the victims relatives and villagers staged a protest, demanding action against the local police for their alleged negligence in handling the case. Speaking to media persons on Friday, Baleshwar SP Pratyush Diwaker said, A deeply tragic incident has taken place. On October 16th, we received a missing person report concerning a minor girl. The suspect was promptly taken into custody. Following sustained interrogation, it was revealed that on the day of her disappearance, October 16th, the accused took her away and subjected her to non-consensual physical abuse. When she resisted and rejected his advances, the accused acted in sudden rage, strangling her to death. The Baleshwar SP further stated that the investigation has since been entrusted to a Deputy SP-rank officer. He also denied that anyone else was involved in this heinous crime. Our priority is to expedite the chargesheet and pursue a fast-track trial to ensure a swift conviction, he added. Taking the matter seriously, the Baleswar SP suspended Sub-Inspector Karan Marandi of Jaleswar police station for negligence and transferred the police station's Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) with immediate effect.
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Aligning sustainable urban mobility with the rich cultural fabric of the Temple City, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) officially flagged off a special cycling trail this morning at 6:30 AM from the Mayfair Sanctuary and Convention. Organised under the banner of Ekamra Walks, the special trail coincided with the prestigious Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference [] The post Ekamra Walks Flags Off UMI Special Cycling Trails in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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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 .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Odisha on October 25 to inaugurate the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) brand-new Greenfield Data Centre and Enterprise Computing & Cyber Security Training Institute, located at Info Valley-II in Jatni, near Bhubaneswar. Highlighted by state BJP vice president Jatin Mohanty, this milestone project marks a massive leap [] The post PM Modi to Launch RBIs High-Tech Data Centre in Odisha on Oct 25 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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