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 .
Minister Suresh Pujari Inaugurates OSDMA
Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari inaugurated OSDMA's National Workshop on Lightning Safety in Bhubaneswar, emphasizing preparedness, early warning systems, and risk reduction strategies. The post Minister Suresh Pujari Inaugurates OSDMAs National Workshop on Lightning Safety 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 .
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 .
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 .
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its probe into the Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Exam 2024 question paper leak, uncovering evidence of organized financial fraud and corporate collusion. Investigators from the EDs Bhubaneswar zonal office conducted raids across 12 strategic locations in Odisha and West Bengal under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), [] The post Odisha SI Exam Paper Leak: ED Raids 12 Locations in Money Laundering Probe, Uncovers Corporate Racket 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
Repair damaged roads in twin cities in 2 days: Min to officials
38 SOA researchers in Stanfords worlds top 2% scientists list
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.
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.
After 8 years, campuses to go to polls today
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 .
Explore Bhitarkanika with luxury floating this puja season
Drugs worth Rs 1 crore seized in Greater Noida, three arrested
Digital Desk | Greater Noida, Oct 14 (IANS) Police and Anti-Narcotics Team in Uttar Pradesh's Greater Noida have seized 'ganja' worth Rs 1 crore and arrested three for smuggling the drugs, officials said. According to officials, Badalpur Police and the Anti-Narcotics Team busted an interstate gang involved in the smuggling of 'ganja'. The arrests were made near Kudi Kheda turn on the Dadri-Lalkuan road in Uttar Pradesh. Police said 165 kg and 700 grams of illicit 'ganja' have been seized, valued at approximately Rs 1 crore. The truck and the car used for the alleged smuggling have also been confiscated. Apart from that, four mobile phones, Rs 1,980 in cash and bank cards have also been recovered. Police said that the accused used to transport cannabis from Bhubaneswar in a truck to supply it in Delhi. A secret cavity had been created in the truck to evade police checks. According to the police, one of those arrested, Dinesh Pal, is the gang leader and had earlier spent about 15 months in jail in connection with the seizure of 250 kg of 'ganja' in 2021. Speaking to reporters, Praveen Ranjan Singh, DCP Central, said: Last night, during a joint checking operation conducted by the Anti-Narcotics team and the Badalpur police station, a truck was intercepted based on local intelligence. Approximately 1.66 quintals of 'ganja', which was being transported from Odisha to Delhi, was seized. Three individuals involved in the operation were arrested: two were in the truck, while the third was driving a car accompanying it. The driver of the car would scout the route ahead, and the truck would follow behind. All three arrested accused are originally from Bihar, though one resided in Delhi. The consignment brought from Odisha was handed over to two individualsidentified as Sameer and Ravi Kumar Sahniupon arrival in Delhi, he mentioned. The police officer confirmed that Dinesh, a Bihar resident, was involved in transporting the consignment. He would deliver the shipment to the other two, after which it was distributed through wholesale and retail channels in Delhi. Detailed interrogation regarding the entire gang is currently underway. We are also investigating the truck involvedspecifically, which transport company it belongs to, who the owner is, and whether any other vehicles owned by them are involved in this illicit trade, he added. A case has been registered against the accused at Badalpur Police Station under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act).
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 .
7-year-old boy strays onto highway in Odisha; rescued by patrolling cops
Odisha bags wind energy leadership award at Windergy India 2026
Odisha bags wind energy leadership award at Windergy India 2026 Bhubaneswar: Odisha has received the Wind India 2026: Leadership in Wind Energy De-risking award in recognition of its efforts to promote clean energy and renewable energy development, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. The award was presented to Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan [] The post Odisha bags wind energy leadership award at Windergy India 2026 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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
Man arrested for killing wife, staging suicide
Watchman murdered, accused arrested
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 .
Keonjhar to get backup data centre for Odishas critical digital services
Odisha Cabinet clears Rs 450-cr skill development scheme 'Dakshyata Vikas Yojana'
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (IANS) The Odisha Cabinet on Tuesday approved 16 major proposals concerning 11 departments, including Revenue and Disaster Management (R&DM), Industries, Finance, Skill Development and Technical Education (SD&TE), and Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, etc. The proposals were approved at the 48th state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi in Bhubaneswar. Among the major proposals approved by the Cabinet was the introduction of the Dakshyata Vikas Yojana by the Skill Development and Technical Education (SD&TE) Department. The flagship skill development scheme, with an outlay of 450 crore for 2026-27 to 2028-29, aims to enhance the employability of Odishas youth and equip them with skills to tap emerging job opportunities in India and abroad. Briefing the media persons about the new scheme, Chief Secretary Anu Garg said, This scheme has been designed for the youth. Around 4.2 lakh youth of the state will benefit from it. It is a scheme with an outlay of Rs 450 crore. Its primary highlight is linking skill training with higher education. As per an official statement, under the scheme, Skill Hubs will be established in Higher Education Institutions across the state to offer placement-linked, NSQF-aligned courses to students alongside their academic programmes, enabling them to acquire industry-relevant skills and improve employability while pursuing higher education. The state government expects the scheme to significantly expand overseas employment opportunities for Odishas youth, given the growing demand for skilled workers in international labour markets. The eligible students will be provided foreign language training in languages such as German and Japanese, along with cultural orientation, certification support, visa assistance, travel support and post-placement services. The scheme will provide placement-linked short-term training to 1.17 lakh youth and offer digital skilling to 3 lakh youth in emerging fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics and Cybersecurity. The scheme will also support targeted projects for vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, jail inmates, transgender persons and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups, the official statement added. The Cabinet also approved the continuation of the Chief Minister Skill Development Fellowship, under which 40 Fellows will be deployed across districts to support demand assessment, assessing skill gap, industry partnerships, etc. A Skilled-in-Odisha Digital Hub will be established for end-to-end candidate tracking and monitoring of skilling outcomes. Several other key proposals presented by other departments were also approved during the cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
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.
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 .
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 3 Project Research scientist II, Project Technical Support II. Candidates with Any Post Graduate, DMLT, MLT Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 13-10-2026, and closes on 23-10-2026. The candidate shall apply online through AIIMS Bhubaneswar website, aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in/.
Minor Dies After Drowning in Nayapalli Pond in Bhubaneswar
A 17-year-old boy lost his life after drowning in the Shiva temple pond located in the Nuasahi area of Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar. The deceased has been identified as Rahul Patra, a resident of Patharabandha village. According to reports, emergency services were swiftly alerted following the mishap. A team of fire personnel rushed to the scene to [] The post Minor Dies After Drowning in Nayapalli Pond in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha ASHA Workers Protest in Bhubaneswar Demanding Regularisation
The streets of the capital city echoed with slogans on Tuesday as hundreds of ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers from across Odisha converged in Bhubaneswar to stage a massive state-level protest. The agitators are pressing for permanent government employee status and a minimum monthly salary of Rs 28,000. The protest was organised under the [] The post Odisha ASHA Workers Protest in Bhubaneswar Demanding Regularisation & Pay Hike appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Tourist Vehicle Overturns Near Dhauli Hills in Bhubaneswar: Several Injured, Hospitalised
A major road accident was averted on Tuesday near the historic Dhauli Hills in Odishas capital city, when a tourist vehicle lost control and overturned on the roadside, leaving several passengers injured. According to eyewitnesses, the vehicle was ferrying tourists toward the scenic Dhauli Hill when it suddenly veered off course. Panic ensued as the [] The post Tourist Vehicle Overturns Near Dhauli Hills in Bhubaneswar: Several Injured, Hospitalised appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar Medical Stores Raided in Major Clampdown on Illegal Prescription Drug Sales
The Odisha Drug Control Department has launched widespread raids on multiple medical stores and pharmacies across the capital city. The operation comes in response to mounting concerns over the unauthorised storage and sale of psychotropic and habit-forming drugs to youth without valid medical prescriptions. Acting on specific intelligence regarding illegal distribution networks operating within retail [] The post Bhubaneswar Medical Stores Raided in Major Clampdown on Illegal Prescription Drug Sales appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Heavy vehicles to be off city limits from 2 pm to 2 am
Odisha Wins Wind India 2026 Award for Renewable Energy Leadership
In a stellar validation of its forward-thinking policies and dedication to sustainable development, the State of Odisha has been honoured with the prestigious Wind India 2026: Leadership in Wind Energy De-risking award. The national accolade was presented during the high-profile Windergy India 2026 conference held in Chennai. The momentum continued in Bhubaneswar today as Shri [] The post Odisha Wins Wind India 2026 Award for Renewable Energy Leadership appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Steel to IT: CM to unveil 46 projects worth 39,383 crore
In an active effort to boost health education, prevent infections, and eliminate social stigma associated with HIV/AIDS, Radio Bhubaneswar (89.2 FM) has launched a comprehensive awareness initiative. The program is being executed in collaboration with the Odisha State AIDS Control Society (OSACS) and the Odisha Community Radio Association (OCRA). As part of this outreach, a [] The post Radio Bhubaneswar &OSACS Launch HIV/AIDS Awareness Campaign for Youth appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar Gears Up for Durga Puja 2026: Comprehensive Traffic Restrictions
As the festive spirit takes over the temple city, the Police Commissionerate of Bhubaneswar-Kataka has released a comprehensive traffic advisory to ensure public safety and smooth crowd management during the upcoming Durga Puja celebrations. Spanning from October 16 through the grand immersion processions on October 22, 2026, the new guidelines enforce strict restrictions on heavy [] The post Bhubaneswar Gears Up for Durga Puja 2026: Comprehensive Traffic Restrictions & Immersion Guidelines Released appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CM Majhi Inaugurates Key Development Projects in Bhubaneswar
To enhance urban infrastructure and sports facilities in the capital city, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several key development projects in the Ghatikia area on Tuesday. Encouraging Sports Talent at Bajrangi Stadium Aiming to foster a sporting spirit and provide top-notch training opportunities for the local youth and [] The post CM Majhi Inaugurates Key Development Projects in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The ongoing protest led by 37th Ward Corporator Bandita Pal over the establishment of a dedicated ward office has intensified, drawing significant political backing as her health condition continues to deteriorate. Pals mass sit-in (ganadharna) has now crossed 12 days, while her indefinite hunger strike (amasana anasana) has reached its 7th day. The protest stems [] The post Bhubaneswar Corporators Hunger Strike Enters 7th Day, BJP Leader Steps In appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Man arrested for allegedly ramming car into people
A 20-year-old man was arrested after allegedly ramming a car into people who had stopped to help an accident victim on the Puri bypass road in Bhubaneswar, police said. According to the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate Police, the incident occurred around 7:30 am on October 12 near SR Valley Chhaka under Badagada police station limits. The accused, identified as Soumya Ranjan Rath, allegedly hit a person standing on the roadside with his car and fled towards Keshura Chhaka. Ratikanta Singh, who was travelling on a motorcycle with his wife, Annapurna Singh, stopped along with other passersby to arrange medical assistance for the injured person, according to the police release. The car allegedly returned at high speed from the opposite direction and rammed into Singh, his wife and others at the spot. The vehicle later stalled while the driver was attempting to turn it around, following which people present there apprehended him. Police said the investigation also revealed that the acc...
GMC Srinagar professor coauthors national hernia surgery handbook
Srinagar, Oct 12:Jammu and Kashmir has contributed to a national publication on hernia surgery, with Prof M R Attri, Head of the Department of Surgery at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, co-authoring a chapter in a handbook released at HSICON 2026 in Bhubaneswar. Prof Attri, a senior laparoscopic surgeon, has co-authored the chapter History and Clinical Assessment with Dr Harsh Sheth of Mumbai in Hernia Management Pathway: An Algorithmic Approach to Hernia Assessment and Management. The chapter focuses on systematic history-taking, clinical examination and assessment to guide treatment planning and surgical decision-making. These steps help surgeons identify the type and complexity of hernias, assess associated risk factors and determine appropriate treatment. Authored by Erbaz Riyaz Momin and Priyanka Kishore Bhagtani, the book brings together contributions from surgeons and experts associated with the Hernia Society of India (HSI). It provides a structured approach to hernia prevention, assessment, classification, investigations, preoperative optimisation, surgical techniques, mesh selection and fixation, and complex abdominal wall reconstruction. It also covers techniques such as botulinum toxin use and progressive pneumoperitoneum for challenging cases. The publication is intended for medical students, postgraduate surgical trainees, practising surgeons and specialists in abdominal wall reconstruction, offering guidance to translate evidence-based knowledge into clinical practice. Prof Attri said collaborative academic initiatives were important for sharing surgical knowledge, promoting standardised approaches and improving patient care. He expressed hope that the book would serve as a practical reference for surgeons and encourage young doctors to pursue evidence-based practice and continuous learning. The contribution highlights the participation of doctors from Jammu and Kashmir in national-level academic initiatives in specialised surgical care.
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Out on Bail After Fatal Mercedes Crash, Law Student Uses EV as Weapon in Bhubaneswar Rampage
What began as an early-morning argument at a roadside eatery on the Kataka-Puri Bypass escalated into an intentional car attack that police have now charged as attempted murder the second major case in three months against the same young law student. Soumya Ranjan Rath, a fifth-year law student and son of builder Shiv Shekhar [] The post Out on Bail After Fatal Mercedes Crash, Law Student Uses EV as Weapon in Bhubaneswar Rampage appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: BJD flags viral audio clips, alleges BJP interference in campus polls
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 12 (IANS) Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Monday accused the BJP-led Odisha government of using administrative machinery and muscle power to ensure the victory of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the RSS-affiliated students' organisation, and the BJP Yuva Morcha candidates in student union elections across the state. Addressing a press conference at Sankha Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, Biju Chhatra Janata Dal (BCJD) State President and BJD leader Ipsita Sahu alleged violations of Lyngdoh Commission guidelines and political interference in campus elections. The BJP government was apprehensive about the possible defeat of ABVP candidates in most universities and colleges across the state. Therefore, BJP ministers, MLAs and MPs were entering college campuses and engaging in political interference, she alleged. Referring to a viral audio clip concerning Rama Devi Women's University, she alleged that one contained references to the Chief Minister's purported instructions to ensure ABVP candidates win at any cost. Another clip allegedly featured Assistant Professor Sanjay Rout discussing large sums of money spent on student elections. Sahu alleged that Rout collected information about female students and shared it with the state government. She also accused the government of using the university elections to divert attention from rising crimes against women. On the other hand, the regional party also demanded the suspension of Rout and conduct of a high-level investigation into the matter. The BJP government was calling vice-chancellors and college principals to influence them to secure votes in favour of its candidates, she alleged. Questioning the government's intentions, she asked why the BJP government was conducting student union elections if it feared defeat. The BJP was encouraging violence out of fear of losing, using teachers and government employees to facilitate vote theft and candidate poaching. Citing Nayagarh College, Sahu alleged that elections were cancelled after BCJD candidates appeared poised to win unopposed. She also alleged that lecturers at Khallikote University campaigned for ABVP candidates, while BJP MLAs Manas Dutta and Sidhanta Mohapatra campaigned for ABVP at Fakir Mohan University in violation of election guidelines. At Pipili College, BJP supporters allegedly abducted and intimidated candidates and subjected them to life-threatening attacks, she claimed. Accusing the administration and police of acting at the government's behest, Sahu said, BCJD candidates have already won in 100 colleges across the state. Despite the unlawful measures allegedly adopted by the BJP government, we are confident that our candidates will win by overwhelming margins. She alleged that the government was undermining students' democratic rights and would ultimately face defeat in the elections.
NO Cyclone Threat To Odisha, Weather To Remain Mostly Dry For Dussehra!
The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has dispelled rumors of a cyclone threat to Odisha, providing major relief to residents preparing for the upcoming Dussehra festivities. Although an active cyclonic circulation over the South Andaman Sea is expected to form a low-pressure area, experts confirm that environmental conditions are unsupportive of significant intensification. Low-Pressure System [] The post NO Cyclone Threat To Odisha, Weather To Remain Mostly Dry For Dussehra! appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Drunk Youth On Bail Hits Four With Car
A 20-year-old youth, Soumya Ranjan Rath, who was out on bail after a previous fatal car incident, hit four people with his vehicle on Monday in Bhubaneswar after a dispute at an eatery. Police confirmed he was under the influence of alcohol and has been arrested, with actions planned to cancel his bail and driving license.
Braj Mohan Ram appointed Odisha Governor
Delays in Puri projects will not be tolerated: CM
