Chennai to host 2029 Asian Athletics Championships, fourth time India to stage event
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) Chennai has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2029 Asian Athletics Championships, marking the fourth time that India will stage the continental event after previously hosting it in New Delhi, Pune and Bhubaneswar. The Asian Athletics Association announced the decision in a statement on Tuesday, saying the award was subject to the presentation of letters of guarantee from the government. Subject to presentation of letters of guarantee from the Govt, Asian Athletics Association is pleased to award the 2029 Asian Athletics Championships to Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the statement read. C. Latha, chairman of the Tamil Nadu Athletics Association (TNAA), said the championships are likely to be held in August. Speaking from Tokyo after attending the Asian Athletics Federation Council meeting on Tuesday, Latha said Chennais infrastructure and facilities were highlighted during the presentation made by the state. We made our presentation (the online presentation was made by Meghanatha Reddy, Member Secretary of SDAT) and highlighted the legacy of the Nehru Stadium in hosting international meets and the availability of the practice facility at the Nehru B ground. We also stressed that Chennai has an international airport and good hotels close to the venue. The State Government will, in any case, relay the main athletics track soon, Latha said. C.K. Valson, a member of the Competition Commission for Asian Athletics, had inspected the Nehru Stadium last week and was reportedly satisfied with the main track and practice ground. Valson was happy with the infrastructure. He told us to make arrangements for VIP lounges, modify the seating arrangements and install LED screens. All that remains is for the State Government to send a letter to the president of the Asia Athletics Federation confirming that it will bear the entire cost of hosting the meet, Latha added. India last hosted the Asian Athletics Championships in 2017 in Bhubaneswar, having previously staged the competition in New Delhi in 1989 and Pune in 2013. The award to Chennai adds to India's upcoming international athletics calendar. The country is also set to host the Asian Relays Championships in Chandigarh in 2027, followed by the Asian Indoor Championships and the World Indoor Championships in Odisha in 2028. Gujarat is also in contention to host the Under-20 World Championships in 2028.
IIIT Bhubaneswar Targets Top Spot Among IIITs as Admissions and Placements Surge
The 15th Board of Governors meeting of the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Bhubaneswar was held today at the Conference Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairpersonship of Chief Secretary of Odisha and Chairperson of the Board, Anu Garg. The meeting reviewed academic progress, student admissions, placements, infrastructure development and future strategies of [] The post IIIT Bhubaneswar Targets Top Spot Among IIITs as Admissions and Placements Surge appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha is strengthening its international startup and business partnerships with Japan, with a delegation from Tottori Prefecture visiting Startup Odisha at O-Hub in Bhubaneswar on November 10 to explore opportunities for cross-border business collaboration, technology exchange and investment. The visit also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Odisha-based startup Sustainability Leaders Odisha Pvt. Ltd. and ONESTRUCTION Inc., a business organisation from Tottori, Japan. The delegation comprised senior government officials, banking representatives and industry leaders from Japan. The programme began with a welcome address by Startup Odisha CEO Smruti Ranjan Pradhan, followed by interactions with the Japanese delegates and a visit to the Startup Showcase Stall, where Odisha-based startups presented their products, technologies and business solutions. Odisha MSME, Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister Gokulananda Mallik highlighted the state...
Odisha Guv urges youth, students to make millets part of daily diet
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram on Tuesday urged people, particularly youth, students and government employees, to include Shree Anna (millets) in their daily diet, saying their promotion will benefit public health, farmers and the environment. Every household should include Mandia, Bajra, Jowar and other millets in its meals. Adopting healthy food habits is not just about personal well-being but also reflects our respect for farmers and agricultural traditions, he said while inaugurating the Symposium on Shree Anna and Strengthening of Traditional Seed Systems2026 in Bhubaneswar. Highlighting the importance of millets in India's agricultural heritage, the Governor said these crops had been an integral part of traditional food habits for centuries. In Odisha, particularly in tribal and rain-fed regions, millet cultivation is closely linked to local livelihoods and cultural traditions. Promoting Mandia (Ragi) would help improve farmers' incomes while preserving this heritage. Referring to climate change, erratic rainfall, rising temperatures and water scarcity, he said millets offered a sustainable farming option as they required less water, involved lower cultivation costs and could withstand adverse climatic conditions. He also highlighted their nutritional value, including high dietary fibre and essential nutrients, saying their regular consumption could encourage healthier food habits amid rising lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes, obesity and hypertension. The Governor stressed the need to strengthen processing, packaging, value addition and marketing facilities to help Odisha's millets reach wider domestic and international markets. Emphasising traditional seed conservation, he called for establishing community seed banks, documenting indigenous varieties and encouraging their exchange. He said local seed varieties represented generations of farmers' knowledge and were vital for preserving agricultural biodiversity. Describing tribal communities and women farmers as important custodians of traditional seeds, he advocated combining indigenous knowledge with modern science, technology and better market linkages. Appreciating the Odisha government's Shree Anna Abhiyan and the Centre's initiatives to promote millets, he said collective efforts to conserve traditional seeds, protect agricultural diversity and enhance farmers' incomes would contribute to Viksit Odisha 2036 and Viksit Bharat 2047. Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, ICAR Director General Dr Mangi Lal Jat, MSSRF chairperson and former chief scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan, and OUAT Vice-Chancellor Prof Pravat Kumar Roul also addressed the symposium.
Odisha CM assures pension for every eligible elderly and vulnerable person
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Announcing an end to the waiting period for social security pensions, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday said no elderly person, senior citizen, person with disabilities or helpless individual in the state will henceforth be deprived of any assistance provided by the government. Today is a historic day for Odisha. From today, no elder, senior citizen, person with disability, or destitute individual in the state will be deprived of government assistance. From today, eligible beneficiaries will no longer have to wait to receive the Madhubabu Pension. The era of waiting has come to an end; the era of honouring your rights has begun, CM Majhi said. He was speaking at a programme in Baleshwar, where he launched the saturation initiative under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana and inaugurated the Unified Pension Management Portal (UPMP). The Chief Minister said the previous government had imposed fixed quotas at the state and district levels, due to which an eligible person could receive a pension only after an existing beneficiary passed away. Describing the arrangement as insensitive and inhuman, he said his government has abolished the system to ensure that no eligible person is denied social security benefits. Under the saturation drive, 5,05,817 additional eligible people have been brought under the scheme, taking the total number of beneficiaries to 41,80,825. The government has made an additional annual budgetary provision of Rs 625 crore to cover the newly included beneficiaries. Majhi said expenditure of Rs 500600 crore should not be a reason to make elderly people suffer or deprive them of their entitlements. The amount, he said, was a worthwhile investment in the welfare and dignity of senior citizens. The newly launched UPMP will make the pension application and disbursement process simpler, faster and more transparent. Eligible applicants can apply online through the portal or visit the nearest Jana Seva Kendra or Block Development Officer's office. Pension will be provided from the month following the application. Beneficiaries will automatically receive an enhanced monthly pension of Rs 3,500 after attaining 80 years of age, without having to submit a fresh application. Newly enrolled beneficiaries will receive their October and November pensions together. District-level distribution programmes will be held on November 11 and 12, followed by block-level programmes on November 13 and 14. Those unable to collect the amount at these programmes can receive it in cash from their respective panchayat or municipal offices on November 25. Regular monthly pension payments will be made on the 15th of every month from December. During the programme, the Chief Minister also inaugurated 28 development projects worth Rs 78 crore and laid foundation stones for 42 projects worth Rs 262 crore in Baleshwar district.
IIT Bhubaneswar Scientist Spots
IIT Bhubaneswars Dr. Manish Kumar Mohanta identifies persistent spin texture on the (110) surface of cubic AgI, a nonmagnetic semiconductor that could enable long-lived electron spins and electrically controllable spintronics. The post IIT Bhubaneswar Scientist Spots Infinite Spin Lifetime Potential on Silver Iodide Surface appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Sets Sights on 5 Lakh Hectares of Millet Cultivation by 2047
In a major step toward building climate-resilient and sustainable food systems, Odisha has laid down a comprehensive national roadmap for millet-led agricultural transformation. The ambitious blueprint was presented during the inaugural day of a two-day national event on Agro-Biodiversity Conservation, Climate-Resilient Agriculture, and Sustainable Food Systems, which commenced today in Bhubaneswar. The high-level gathering brought [] The post Odisha Sets Sights on 5 Lakh Hectares of Millet Cultivation by 2047 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Governor Brajmohan Ram Calls for Daily Millet Intake
Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram inaugurated the state conference titled Strengthening Shree Anna and Landrace Seed Systems2026 in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, calling for collective action to integrate millets into daily diets and conserve indigenous seed landraces. Addressing the gathering, the Governor urged the publicparticularly the youth, students, and government personnelto adopt millets such as finger millet [] The post Governor Brajmohan Ram Calls for Daily Millet Intake & Indigenous Seed Preservation in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mahanadi Banchao Andolan Stages Mass Protest Outside Central Water Commission Office in Bhubaneswar
Activists, political leaders, and civil society members gathered in large numbers outside the Chief Engineers office of the Central Water Commission (CWC) in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, staging a demonstration under the banner of the Mahanadi Banchao Andolan. The protest was organised against the non-disclosure of critical data regarding the ongoing Mahanadi water dispute settlement. The [] The post Mahanadi Banchao Andolan Stages Mass Protest Outside Central Water Commission Office in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Displaced Workers Intensify Protest in Bhubaneswar, Demand Immediate Reappointment
Tensions boiled over at the Labour Commissioners office as retrenched Group-D employees under the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board staged an indefinite, day-and-night sit-in demonstration demanding their immediate reinstatement. The protesting workers, backed by the trade union, are fighting against what they describe as an unjust and arbitrary decision to terminate their [] The post Displaced Workers Intensify Protest in Bhubaneswar, Demand Immediate Reappointment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Man-made crisis: Naveen Patnaik slams Odisha govt over Ganjam flood response
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Leader of Opposition and BJD president Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday severely criticised the state government's preparedness to deal with Cyclone Arnab and called for impartial rehabilitation and reconstruction work in flood-ravaged Ganjam district. In a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Patnaik has also described the devastating flood in Ganjam as a manmade crisis, calling upon the state government to fix accountability for the lapses and ensure stringent punishment. The BJD supremo also referred to his recent visit to flood-affected areas of Hinjili, Sheragada, Aska and Sorada of Ganjam district and interactions with affected persons on November 7. Patnaik expressed pain after seeing the sufferings of the people in distress, massive damage to infrastructure, extensive crop losses, loss of lives and destruction of livelihoods during his visit. He alleged that government negligence has set Ganjam back by several years. He alleged that the state government ignored IMD warnings issued since October 23. The BJD chief said Ganjam remained vulnerable to heavy rainfall, which typically occurs to the right of a cyclone's landfall, and stressed that cyclone and flood management SOPs require advance water release from dams and round-the-clock monitoring of reservoir levels. However, in the case of Ganjam, water from dams was released by the Water Resources Department after the onset of heavy cyclonic rains. This compounded the floods and caused huge loss of life and property. People have complained that adequate warning was not given to them before the gates were opened, alleged Patnaik. This gross negligence and manmade crisis raises serious issues of accountability. People are demanding strict action against those responsible for such a serious lapse, he further added. The LoP alleged that the government has also admitted its lack of preparedness for Ganjam, adding that timely action on warnings could have prevented much of the suffering. He alleged that the delay in the post-flood relief work led to people being marooned for days without food and water. Patnaik said he has forwarded the representations he received during his visit to the Special Relief Commissioner for immediate action. He urged the government to adopt a whole of government approach to ensure timely compensation, adding that lip service will not work. He warned that BJD will not tolerate negligence in relief work by the government and will hold protests from 'Palli to Delhi'. The BJD chief also contended that the previous BJD government had built a community-based, globally acclaimed disaster management system in which sarpanches, PRI members and Mission Shakti groups played a major role. He alleged that neglect of sarpanches and the near closure of Mission Shakti by the BJP government have weakened the community-based disaster response system. Citing what he termed repeated mishandling of calamities in Ganjam, Kendrapada, Jajpur, Bhadrak and Baleshwar, Patnaik asked the government to take responsibility and fix accountability. He said the progress made in 24 years of BJD rule should not be undone in 24 months by the double engine sarkar.
Odisha govt terminates ORS officer over bribery charge
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Enforcing a zero-tolerance approach towards corruption in government offices, the Odisha government on Tuesday terminated the services of Manisha Mishra, an Odisha Revenue Service (ORS) officer on probation, following her arrest in a bribery case. The official order was issued on Tuesday by the state Revenue and Disaster Management department on the Governor's order. According to the order, Mishra, ORS (under Probation), was posted as Sub-Registrar at Baliapal in Baleshwar district. She was caught red-handed by the Vigilance Officials of Baleshwar Division on November 6 after receipt of a bribe of Rs 7,000 from the complainant, Gyanaranjan Patra from Pancharukhi village of the Baleshwar district, on demand in her office chamber in Baliapal in lieu of the registration of his land and issuance of the sale deed. The order further noted that the GA (Vigilance) Department, Kataka, formally communicated the incident to the R&DM department on November 7. Based on a complaint of Patra, a case (26/2026) was registered at the Baleshwar Vigilance Police Station on November 5, under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018, in this regard. Subsequently, Mishra was arrested on November 7 after getting caught red-handed while receiving the bribe on November 6. She was later forwarded to court and remanded to jail custody until November 20. The government stated that Mishra has not yet completed her probation period as per Rule-17(1) of the ORS (Recruitment) Rule, 2011 and Rule-3(1) of the Odisha Revenue Service, Group-B (Probation and Departmental Examination) Rules, 2016. The department considered her conduct a grave case of corruption, amounting to gross misconduct and personal immorality, and constituting a direct violation of Rule 3 of the Odisha Government Servants Conduct Rules, 1959. Taking into account the gravity of the charges, the appointing authority determined that her further continuance in service is highly detrimental to the public interest. NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the powers conferred by Rule -17(2) of the ORS Recruitment Rule,2011 read with Rule-3(2) and 3(3)(a) of the Odisha Revenue Service, Group-B (Probation and Departmental Examination) Rules, 2016, the services of Ms. Manisha Mishra, ORS, Sub-Registrar, Baliapal is hereby terminated with immediate effect from the date of issue of this order, noted the R&DM department.
Odisha clears Rs 394cr free Wi-Fi scheme for 601 colleges
Jagannath Temple orders probe into Mahaprasad sale outside shrine
BDA floats tender for Hatiasuni Park
7 injured in gas cylinder blast triggered by crackers
Odisha cabinet approves bovine breeding regulation bill
Odisha removes attempt cap for OCS exam
Vice-president likely to address MLAs on Nov 16
Bhubaneswar air quality plunges to severe on Diwali night
Odisha Cabinet clears Rs 393.62 cr free campus Wi-Fi scheme
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 11 (IANS) The Odisha cabinet on Monday approved 13 key proposals concerning 10 departments, including the flagship initiative to provide free WiFi to higher educational institutions across the state. The proposals were approved during the 49th meeting of the state cabinet held in Bhubaneswar under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. In a significant decision, the cabinet gave its nod to the flagship scheme Odisha Shikshanet Empowering Students through a Free Wi-Fi Internet Facility to all Colleges and Universities of the state Higher Education Department. The scheme will be implemented with a total outlay of Rs. 393.62 crore over a period of three years (FY 2026-27 to FY 2028-29). The scheme will extend free, secure and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity to 601 Government and Aided Colleges across Odisha, building upon the successful Phase-I implementation in 130 colleges. Every authenticated student will receive up to 1 GB of free internet data per day within the campus for academic, research and skill development purposes, the government said in a statement. It further added that the project includes installation of Wi-Fi infrastructure, bandwidth provisioning, network management, cybersecurity, and operation & maintenance support. A centralised monitoring dashboard will ensure efficient service delivery, network security, uptime and optimal utilisation. The facility will support access to e-books, digital libraries, virtual classrooms, SWAYAM and other MOOCs, research databases, competitive examination resources, digital skill development platforms and e-governance services such as SAMS, HIMS and Scholarship portals. The initiative is expected to benefit over 6 lakh students and faculty members across Government and Aided Higher Education Institutions, particularly students from rural, remote and economically weaker sections, by bridging the digital divide and promoting equitable access to quality higher education, the government claimed. Other major proposals approved on Monday include the comprehensive, farmer-centric and technology-driven Food and Paddy Procurement Policy for Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27, aimed at transparent procurement at MSP, timely payment, efficient milling and uninterrupted supply of rice under PDS and welfare schemes. The State Cabinet has also approved the draft Odisha Bovine Breeding (Regulation) Bill, 2026 for introduction in the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The proposed legislation provides a framework for scientific breeding and quality breeding services. Several other key proposals of other departments got the cabinet nod on Monday.
Higher edu institutions told to set up mental health support systems
IIT Bhubaneswar signs MoU to boost clean energy transition, grid modernisation
Sky lanterns near flight path trigger concern at Bhubaneswar airport
Former Rajya Sabha MP Rao surrenders in 2010 tribal leader murder case
7-year-old dies, grandfather suffers 60% burns in Cuttack house fire
Class VIII girl collapses in school, dies
20-yr-old held for rape of 5-yr-old girl in Deogarh district
4 held for manhandling' Cuttack ACP during Diwali cracker crackdown
Odisha: VP Radhakrishnan to inaugurate capacity-building programme for MLAs on Nov 16
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (IANS) Vice-President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to visit Odisha on November 16 to inaugurate a one-day capacity-building programme for members of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly in Bhubaneswar, state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling said on Monday. Welcoming the Vice-Presidents visit, Mahaling said the Odisha Assembly had extended an invitation to him, which he had graciously accepted. The Vice President is scheduled to address all 147 legislators, including the Chief Minister and the Leader of the Opposition. The Governor of Odisha, Braj Mohan Ram, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Surama Padhy and other dignitaries are expected to attend the inaugural session. They will also be present during the valedictory session. Explaining the objectives of the programme, Mahaling said the legislators will receive necessary training on how to effectively monitor the functioning of various departments, the implementation of government schemes and decisions, and the functioning of executive departments. The initiative, organised by the Parliamentary Affairs Department, aims to strengthen the legislative capabilities of elected representatives and enable them to participate more effectively in House proceedings. Ahead of the forthcoming Budget Session, legislators will receive training on budget discussions, departmental fund allocation, expenditure, grants, budget estimates and performance reviews of executive departments. The programme will also focus on budget presentation and promoting informed, effective and constructive debates in the Assembly. We are conducting this one-day workshop so that our MLAs, apart from their tours, inaugurations, and public relations with their constituencies, also participate in the legislative business of the House in an enriched manner, take part, and ensure a fruitful discussion takes place on the floor of the House, and their capacity building is achieved, Mahaling said. He added that the programme would provide an opportunity for legislators to enhance their knowledge, improve their legislative skills and contribute more effectively to parliamentary proceedings. Mahaling said that the Odisha Assembly has a total of 35 parliamentary committees. Kerala and Odisha are making notable efforts to strengthen the parliamentary committee system. The primary objective of the orientation programme is to make this system more active and effective while enhancing the skills and capabilities of legislators.
Diwali tragedy: Boy killed in Rourkela, over 100 injured in cracker mishaps across Odisha
Winter Arrives Early in Odisha: Twin Cities Dip Below 19
Winter has formally arrived in Odisha with temperatures plunging sharply across the state. The Twin Cities of Bhubaneswar and Kataka recorded minimum temperatures dropping well below 20C, marking a clear onset of the cold season. According to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhubaneswar registered a minimum temperature of 18.9Cwhich is 1.7C below normalwhile [] The post Winter Arrives Early in Odisha: Twin Cities Dip Below 19C as Cold Wave Sets In appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IIT Bhubaneswar Accounts Trainee Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 3 Accounts Trainee posts. The online application process will begin on 10 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 24 November 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, iitbbs.ac.in.
Kotia candidates threatened at gunpoint to contest polls, says Cong MLA; seeks CBI probe
Royal Bengal Tiger sighted in Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary
Fishing cats found scavenging on Olive Ridley turtle carcasses in Bhitarkanika
CRUT sacks Ama Bus drivers for drunk driving
IIT Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) has announced 3 vacancies, including Project Manager, Junior Technical Superintendent, and Multi-Tasking Staff posts. The last date to apply online is 27 November 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, iitbbs.ac.in.
Mahanadi deal misses Diwali deadline, solution may be weeks away
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Begin 2-Day Odisha Tour Starting Nov 15
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan is set to arrive in Bhubaneswar on November 15 for a two-day official visit to Odisha. The highlight of his itinerary includes gracing a special training and orientation program organised for members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly on November 16. Speaking on the administrative preparations, Minister for Law, Excise, and Works, [] The post Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Begin 2-Day Odisha Tour Starting Nov 15 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deadly Diwali in Odisha: Teenager Killed in Raurkela Explosion, Major Fire Averted in Bhubaneswar
Festival of Lights celebrations across Odisha were marred by tragic and dangerous incidents on Diwali evening, leaving one family devastated in Raurkela and prompting an emergency firefighting response in the state capital, Bhubaneswar. In Raurkelas Kaushalya Nagar area, festive cheer turned into an overwhelming tragedy when a 14-year-old boy, identified as Chinmay, lost his life [] The post Deadly Diwali in Odisha: Teenager Killed in Raurkela Explosion, Major Fire Averted in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Winter Sets In Across Odisha: Twin Cities Drop Below 20C as Phulbani Emerges Coldest at 14C
A distinct winter chill has settled over Odisha as night temperatures dropped across the state, with the Twin Cities of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack both recording minimum temperatures below the 20C mark on Monday morning, 9 November 2026. According to data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) at 8:30 AM, Bhubaneswar logged a minimum temperature [] The post Winter Sets In Across Odisha: Twin Cities Drop Below 20C as Phulbani Emerges Coldest at 14C appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) has released Notification No. BIOCHM-17/1/2024-BIOCHEM DEPT for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Medical). Eligible candidates can send their applications by email till 13 November 2026. Further details are available at aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in.
Post-Diwali Pollution Spike: Bhubaneswar
Air quality across Odisha deteriorated sharply on Monday morning, 9 November 2026, following overnight Diwali firecracker celebrations, with several monitoring stations in Bhubaneswar and industrial belts registering Poor to Severe Air Quality Index (AQI) levels. According to real-time air quality index monitoring data, Bileipada in Kendujhar recorded the highest AQI in the state at 288, [] The post Post-Diwali Pollution Spike: Bhubaneswar & Key Odisha Mining Belts Record Severe AQI Levels as Smog Covers Capital appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
25 new electric buses join Bhubaneswar's public transport fleet with 400 more planned for Odisha
Three killed as ambulance carrying dead body crashes near Dasapalla; one critical
A tragic accident occurred when an ambulance carrying a dead body crashed into a cement concrete wall, killing three people on the spot and leaving one critically injured. Ishwar Sahu, a resident of Deogaon area in Balangir district, had passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. His body was being taken back to his [] The post Three killed as ambulance carrying dead body crashes near Dasapalla; one critical appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar Chokes on Diwali Night as AQI Soars Past 1,200
On the night of Diwali 2026 (November 8), Bhubaneswars air quality plunged into the hazardous zone as high-intensity firecrackers filled the skies with smoke. Real-time readings showed the Air Quality Index (AQI, US scale) surging past 1,000, with peaks reported near 1,254 and higher in some local trackersfar above the citys normal levels that typically [] The post Bhubaneswar Chokes on Diwali Night as AQI Soars Past 1,200 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The Odisha government has formally requested that five orangutans rescued from Baleshwar district remain permanently at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar, Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia stated on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The Minister confirmed that the five primatesrescued during a routine forest patrol in the Bichitrapur forest area in Septemberare in good [] The post Odisha Seeks Permanent Housing for Five Rescued Orangutans at Nandankanan; Indonesian Expert Team to Visit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
MU secures 14 medals at East Zone Inter University Judo and Weightlifting Competitions
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PG seats introduced in 5 new govt medical colleges: Health minister
Odisha urban ponds have 7 times more microplastics than rural water bodies: Study
Half-burnt body of elderly woman found on riverbank in Mayurbhanj
Diwali brings seasonal business boom for earthen diya makers
Diwali prep gathers pace; cops on alert in twin cities
Panic grips vehicle owners as 20 lakh receive vehicle archive warning SMS
EOW ends search at ex-BJD MP Bhaskar Raos properties
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2 kids among 4 of family killed in house blaze
Over 600 Paikas Display Odisha
A grand martial procession featuring over 600 Paikas took to the streets of Bhubaneswar on Saturday, 7 November 2026, showcasing Odishas traditional warrior legacy as part of state-wide celebrations marking the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram. Organised jointly by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department and the Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi, [] The post Over 600 Paikas Display Odishas Martial Heritage in Grand Bhubaneswar Procession Marking 150 Years of Vande Mataram appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Remembering Pradyumna Bal: A Crusader for Value-Based Journalism in Odisha
Pradyumna Bal was not merely an uncompromising politician; he was a steadfast believer in value-based journalism who profoundly elevated the dignity of the media in Odisha. Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy echoed this sentiment during the 94th state-level birth anniversary celebration of the late visionary, held in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. Gracing the occasion as [] The post Remembering Pradyumna Bal: A Crusader for Value-Based Journalism in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Pvt firm manager held in $70,000 IT fraud case
17-yr-old shot dead in city after clash
AI-based model to help scrutinise Odisha pension cases
CM unveils, announces projects worth over Rs 190cr in Keonjhar
Kotia candidate Liuri Hareka defeats Andhra counterpart in MPTC poll
Judge injured stopping attack on prosecutor
Two friends, 145 volunteers and a mission to protect Angul's biodiversity
Majhi, Naveen to skip Diwali celebrations over flood devastation
Jharsuguda launches Abhaya for menstrual hygiene
4 NIT-R researchers bag Japan research opportunity
Naveen to visit flood-hit areas in Ganjam
HC stays Hockey India polls, notice against Hockey Association of Odisha
Youth trampled to death by elephant in Sambalpur
BRIC-ILS Project Technical Support Recruitment 2026
BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS) Recruitment 2026 for 2 Project Technical Support posts will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 25 November 2026 at BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Nalco Square, Bhubaneswar. Candidates should report at 9:30 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit ils.res.in.
4-yr-old dies as govt project display board collapses, probe ordered
Man died in elephant attack in Keonjhar
Eight marine fishermen held in Gahirmatha
Headmistress suspended after Class x student gives birth; newborn dies
Man held for killing uncle with spear after family altercation
CM launches Rs 1,292cr projects in Keonjhar, lays foundation for 630 model schools
Wildlife remains unearthed in ED search linked to Rs 120-crore fraud
Bhubaneswar SOG Police Officer Arrested for Cheating on Marriage Pretext
A 31-year-old police officer attached to the Special Operations Group (SOG) has been arrested by Nayapalli police in Bhubaneswar on charges of establishing physical relations with a 23-year-old woman under the false promise of marriage. According to the complaint, the incident took place on October 28 at a lodge in the Nayapalli police station area. [] The post Bhubaneswar SOG Police Officer Arrested for Cheating on Marriage Pretext appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
International Rugby Returns to Bhubaneswar as Odisha Hosts Asia Rugby U20 Sevens Championship 2026
International rugby is set to make a triumphant return to Odisha after eight years. The state capital will host the Asia Rugby Emirates U20 Sevens Championship 2026 at Kalinga Stadium on 14 and 15 November. The Sports & Youth Services Department (DSYS), Government of Odisha, along with Rugby India and the Odisha Rugby Football Association, [] The post International Rugby Returns to Bhubaneswar as Odisha Hosts Asia Rugby U20 Sevens Championship 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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