IMD predicts new cyclonic storm over Bay of Bengal by Nov 16
E-challan fraud: Mumbai banker arrested for duping Rourkela resident of Rs 6L
Shah to attend eastern zonal council meeting in Puri
IIT Bhubaneswar, Coratia Technologies tie up for underwater robotics
The partnership will focus on indigenous underwater communication systems and robotic platforms for defence, maritime security, infrastructure monitoring and ocean exploration
Relocation of landslide-hit villagers starts in Kandhamal
2 cops dead, 2 injured in Bhadrak accident
Majhi pledges support for Kudumi community, culture
Nalco to commission Indias first pilot gallium recovery plant this month
Govt warns of action over delay in building plan approvals
Viral firing video helps city police bust gun-running racket
Caretaker Re-enacts Elderly Woman
In a chilling development in the murder of elderly Kunjalata Nanda, the prime accused caretaker Balabhadra Maharana was brought back to the crime scene in Bhubaneswars Lakshmisagar area, where he demonstrated exactly how and under what circumstances he killed the woman. Police said the caretaker, hired from Tangi in Khordha district to look after the [] The post Caretaker Re-enacts Elderly Womans Murder in Bhubaneswar; 10 Lakh Gold Recovered appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Caretakers associate held; 1kg silver, gold ornaments seized
Eight Odisha Stars to Shine as India Hosts Asia Rugby U20 Sevens Championship
Asia Rugby Emirates Under-20 Sevens Championship 2026 kicks off at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar on Nov 14-15. 10 nations, 17 teams and 8 Odisha players in Indian squads. Full details inside. The post Eight Odisha Stars to Shine as India Hosts Asia Rugby U20 Sevens Championship appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Four arrested with leopard skin in Rayagada
Court attaches rural devpt office property
Diabetes cases among kids on the rise in Odisha, health experts pitch for outdoor activities
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Faculty Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) has released Notification No. RECT-11012/4/2026-RECU SEC for 82 vacancies, including Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts. Eligible candidates can apply online at aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in till 13 December 2026.
BDA proposes extra floor area ratio incentive, new infra fee
Beyond Textbooks: SURAVI-2026 Sparks Leadership and Curiosity on Day 2
The second day of the State-Level Childrens Festival SURAVI-2026 offered students vibrant opportunities for experiential learning, leadership development and creative expression beyond traditional classrooms. A highlight of the day was the Meet the Personality programme held at Capital High School, Unit-III, Bhubaneswar. Eminent achieversNeurologist Prof. Suryaprakash S. Choudhury, DN Group Vice-President Smt. Ratnamala Swain, and [] The post Beyond Textbooks: SURAVI-2026 Sparks Leadership and Curiosity on Day 2 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM highlights Kudumi heritage, reaffirms commitment to communitys development
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 13 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday lauded the Kudumi communitys ancient traditions, hard work and love for nature, and assured it of the state governments firm commitment to its economic, social and cultural development. CM Majhi made the remarks while addressing a mega cultural programme of the Kudumi community, National Bandana Parab-2026, organised in Mayurbhanj district on Friday. On the auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister extended his warm greetings and congratulations to all members of the Kudumi community. He reaffirmed the government's firm commitment to the social, economic, educational and cultural development of the Kudumi community as part of the State's inclusive development model. Speaking on the occasion, Majhi said, Bandana is not merely a festival but a living poem of the deep bond between nature, the soil, cattle wealth and human relationships. This symbol of nature worship, reverence for agrarian culture and devotion to the soil is the very soul of our culture. He further said the Kudumi community are son of the soil, and their dedication and hard work in making the land fertile and productive offered valuable lessons for society. The unique way in which this community worships nature as a mother and lives in harmony with trees and plants, hills, rivers and streams, and the animal kingdom offers a guiding example for the entire human society, Majhi noted. Praising the bond between the Santhal and Kudumi communities in the Kendujhar and Mayurbhanj regions, the Chief Minister said brotherhood has always occupied a place of prominence in tribal culture. Recalling his childhood days growing up alongside Kudumi families in his village, he shared fond memories of visiting Dhenguan, a traditional community procession or ritual associated with the Bandana festival and enjoying traditional pithas (rice cakes). He also acknowledged the significant role played by members of the Kudumi community as his associates in the political sphere. The Chief Minister highlighted the Kudumi communitys history and social contributions, noting that it is spread across Odisha, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat and Maharashtra. He said Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar emerged as the principal settlements of the community after the formation of the separate Odisha province, while Baripada came to be known as the unofficial capital of Odisha's Kudumi community. Describing the Kudumis as self-respecting, loyal and patriotic, he said the community believes in overcoming challenges through hard work and has made its mark in agriculture, trade and other professions. He also referred to the community's long-standing demands for ST status and inclusion of Kudumali in the Constitutions Eighth Schedule.
Odisha wildlife wing moves NTCA to identify source habitat of tiger in Debrigarh
Orissa HC orders Rs 15 lakh compensation, govt job for widow of man killed in jail
Bhubaneswar Caretaker Murder Case: Looted Gold Worth Rs 10 Lakh Recovered from Friend
The Commissionerate Police have cracked the chilling murder of 76-year-old Kunjalata Nanda in the Buddhanagar area, arresting the prime accusedher caretakerall the way from Vadodara, Gujarat, nine days after the crime. The accused, identified as Balaram Maharana alias Balia, allegedly confessed to brutally murdering the elderly woman on November 3 with the sole intention of [] The post Bhubaneswar Caretaker Murder Case: Looted Gold Worth Rs 10 Lakh Recovered from Friends House appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Second Arrest In Bhubaneswar Murder
Police in Bhubaneswar have arrested a second person, Sabita Sethi, in connection with the murder of 76-year-old Kunjalata Nanda. Sethi was arrested in Puri, and gold ornaments and other valuables stolen from the victim's house were recovered from her possession. The primary suspect, caretaker Balbhadra Maharana, was arrested earlier in Gujarat, and his interrogation led to Sethi's arrest.
Uttar Pradesh: Flowers showered upon devotees as they begin Sambhal
Devotees participated in the grand 24-Kosi Parikrama, beginning at Vansh Gopal Temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. Bulldozers are being used to shower flowers on the devotees. Sambhal SDM Vikas Chandra said that the 24-Kosi Parikrama began today and a large number of devotees took part in it. He said that around 2,500 to 3,000 people set out together for the pilgrimage. He said the parikrama begins at Vansh Gopal, passes through the Bhubaneswar pilgrimage site, continues to Semnath and finally concludes at Chandreshwar. The SDM said that the administration has arranged basic facilities at different locations along the route. These include pandals, cleaning of the routes, lighting, water supply, light refreshments and showers of flower petals for the devotees. He further said that the police and administration have made complete arrangements to ensure that devotees do not face any inconvenience and that the pilgrimage is completed smoothly. He added that the entire route has been secured....
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Prez to new OFS officers: Uphold integrity, drive growth story
Murder accused caretaker crosses 5 states in 7 days to evade arrest
Odisha CM inaugurates Suravi-2026; urges students to focus on skills
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 12 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday inaugurated the state-level childrens festival Suravi-2026 and presented the Chief Ministers Education Awards to meritorious individuals and institutions at a ceremony held at Capital High School here in Bhubaneswar. According to an official statement, the three-day festival, organised by the School and Mass Education Department from November 12 to 14, is being held under the theme Samruddha Bhasha, Samruddha Odisha (Prosperous Language, Prosperous Odisha). More than 2,500 students from across Odisha are participating in the event to showcase their talents, creativity and innovative ideas. Addressing the assembled students, teachers and parents on the occasion, the Chief Minister said he felt immense satisfaction seeing the bright future of the country in front of him. He said the event was not merely an ordinary childrens festival but a grand confluence of childrens dreams, creativity, talent and immense possibilities. Highlighting the importance of childhood, he said that it is the sacred duty of parents and teachers to mould innocent children into responsible citizens through education, training, guidance and values. Majhi also stated that Mobile phones should be used only as a medium for acquiring knowledge, not as a means of entertainment. Rather than joining the rat race for government jobs or trying to secure higher marks, as was common in the past, students should focus on making themselves capable, competent and qualified, because it is skills, not degrees, that provide the real guarantee of employment, said the Chief Minister. CM Majhi also said that Odisha's rapid industrialisation would create lakhs of employment opportunities and urged students to prepare themselves to benefit from them. On the occasion, the Chief Minister honoured 375 individuals and institutions under the Mukhyamantri Shikhya Puraskar Awards for their contributions to the education sector for 2024 and 2025. He also distributed the Chief Ministers Odia Language Scholarships to meritorious students to encourage excellence in the study of the Odia language. As part of initiatives to strengthen school education, Majhi launched the NIPUN App and inaugurated robotics laboratories in 807 schools across the state. The laboratories have been established at an investment of Rs 164.33 crore and will provide students of Classes VI to X with practical exposure to robotics, coding, Artificial Intelligence, machine learning and 3D printing. A total incentive amount of Rs 138.97 crore has been provided under the Chief Ministers Education Awards scheme from the block level to the state level. Nabarangpur, Cuttack and Kalahandi districts were also recognised with the prestigious awards. Similarly, 7,350 meritorious students across the state are being provided annual scholarships of Rs 7,500 each under the Chief Ministers Odia Language Scholarship scheme. Ten meritorious students and four CHSE toppers were felicitated at the ceremony.
Want to promote startups in healthcare that can solve real-world problems: Odisha health minister
Health minister Mukesh Mahaling in an interaction with TOI talks about startups in healthcare, yoga, cancer screening, shortage of doctors and more
Caretaker Arrested in Shocking Murder of Elderly Woman in Bhubaneswar
A caretaker has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 76-year-old woman in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, after a week-long manhunt. Caretaker Arrested in Shocking Murder of Elderly Woman in Bhubaneswar
Govt speeds up restoration work after cyclone Arnab
Days after tiger enters Debrigarh, 2 poachers held near sanctuary
Odisha woman murder: Caretaker arrested in Gujarat after week-long manhunt
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 12 (IANS) The Commissionerate Police has cracked the sensational murder case of a 76-year-old elderly woman in the Laxmisagar area of the city with the arrest of her caretaker from Gujarat after a week-long, multi-state operation, police commissioner S Dev Datta Singh said on Thursday. The accused was identified as Balabhadra Maharana alias Balia (40), a native of Tangi in Khordha district, who was residing at Titipa under Krushnaprasad police limits in Puri district. He was working as a caretaker at the residence of the deceased, Kunjalata Nanda, in the Laxmisagar area of Bhubaneswar for over five months after the death of her husband. Addressing the media, the Police Commissioner said the accused murdered the elderly woman for financial gain and fled the spot after breaking open an almirah and disconnecting CCTV cameras installed inside the house. Singh also stated that preliminary investigation revealed that accused Maharana first attempted to strangle the septuagenarian and subsequently inflicted fatal injuries on the back of her head when she resisted. The incident came to light on the morning of November 4 when tenants residing in the same building alerted Nandas daughter, Samahita Nanda, after the elderly woman didnt respond to their calls and her room was found locked from the inside. Upon being informed, police officials arrived at the spot, forcibly opened the grill door, and found Nanda in a pool of blood near the dining table with severe assault injuries on her head. She was immediately rushed to Capital Hospital, where the doctors declared her dead. Based on a complaint lodged by her son-in-law, the Laxmisagar police registered a case (777/26) under Section 311 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the Commissionerate police, Maharana was hired through one of his relatives, Bidyadhara Maharana, who has worked as a domestic help for Nandas elder son, currently residing in the USA. After committing the crime, the accused was deliberately evading arrest and was frequently changing his location and moving from one State to another. The police stated that the accused had visited Kolkata, Raipur, Panipat, Surat and other cities during this period. A special team led by Laxmisagar police station traced him to Ahmedabad and subsequently moved to Surat following intelligence. With the assistance of Gujarat Police, the team intercepted a Delhi-bound bus in Vadodara district and apprehended Maharana. Police have seized Rs 20,600 in cash, a gold locket, a gold finger ring, a pair of earrings, two mobile phones, a SIM card, and a diary from his possession. The police said the accused has been brought to Bhubaneswar on transit remand, and further interrogation is underway to recover the remaining stolen valuables and the deceased's scooty, which he used to flee the house.
SCB blaze probe panel gets 2-month extension
Pilgrim couple from Andhra Pradesh drown in river in Jajpur
Orissa HC denies Filipino mother custody of daughter, allows daily video calls
Odisha Charts Roadmap for Holistic Tourism Growth at First State Tourism Advisory Council Meeting
The Government of Odisha convened the inaugural meeting of the State Tourism Advisory Council (STAC) in Bhubaneswar, led by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida. The high-level session focused on crafting a strategic roadmap to position Odisha as a premier global destination, aligning with the states Viksit Odisha 2036 and the national Viksit Bharat 2047 visions. [] The post Odisha Charts Roadmap for Holistic Tourism Growth at First State Tourism Advisory Council Meeting appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cops pacify protesters to lift road blockade
No takers for 15k seats in RTE quota in state schools
Paradeep Parivahan Reports 17.6% Revenue Growth and 27.6% EBITDA Growth in H1 FY27
Paradeep/ Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], November 12: Paradeep Parivahan Limited (BSE SME: 544383), an integrated port logistics, cargo handling and infrastructure services provider, announced its unaudited financial results for the half year ended 30 September 2026 (H1 FY27), approved by its Board of Directors on 11 November 2026.
Odisha Charts Unified Roadmap for Holistic Child Development at National ECCE Conclave
The two-day National ECCE & Education Conclave, organised by Odishas Women and Child Development Department, in collaboration with Rocket Learning, concluded today at Bhubaneswar, with a strong emphasis on interdepartmental convergence and collective action to strengthen Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in the state. The second day of the conclave brought together senior government [] The post Odisha Charts Unified Roadmap for Holistic Child Development at National ECCE Conclave appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Laboratory Technician III Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) has invited applications by email for the post of Laboratory Technician-III. Applications can be sent till 25 November 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in.
Dy CM virtually inaugurates 68 upgraded wayside amenity centres for travellers
ORERA grants 4-month relief to housing projects hit by West Asia conflict
Bhubaneswar Land Fraud: Data Entry Operator Dismissed, Two Revenue Assistants Suspended
Authorities have taken strict disciplinary action following a major land registration fraud at the Sub-Registrars office in Khordha, Bhubaneswar. Prayag Gouda, a data entry operator working at the office through a third-party outsourcing agency, has been dismissed from service. His termination came right on the heels of his arrest by the Badagada police in connection [] The post Bhubaneswar Land Fraud: Data Entry Operator Dismissed, Two Revenue Assistants Suspended appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Absconding SRA held for misappropriating govt funds
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 12 (IANS) In a breakthrough, the Odisha Vigilance has arrested an absconding Senior Revenue Assistant (SRA) in Anugola district of the state on charges of misappropriating government funds amounting to over Rs 3.03 crore, the agency said on Thursday. The accused was identified as Sasikanta Rana, SRA of Derabish Block in Kendrapada District of Odisha. The vigilance directorate, through a statement, stated that Rana had been absconding for a long period after the revelations of large-scale financial misappropriation exceeding Rs.3.03 crore came to light. The sleuths, through digital tracking, finally traced Rana in Anugola and arrested him late Wednesday night. The accused Rana is being forwarded to the Court of Special Judge Vigilance, Kataka on Thursday. Following the receipt of the allegations regarding the embezzlement of government funds over Rs.3.03 crore, Odisha Vigilance carried out a thorough verification of the matter. The extensive investigations by Odisha Vigilance revealed that Sri Rana systematically siphoned off government funds across two consecutive postings while serving in charge of the establishment section, a role responsible for processing salaries, arrears, and pensions, the agency further noted. During his tenures at Rajkanika and Derabish blocks, Sri Rana misappropriated Rs.1,46,68,118 and Rs.1,56,97,725, respectively, taking the total amount siphoned off to Rs.3,03,65,843. The vigilance during the course of investigation also ascertained that the accused Rana manipulated disbursement records by processing fraudulent claims for salaries, arrears, gratuity, unutilized leave, and pensions in the names of retired and deceased employees in the HRMS Portal. The agency also found that the accused illegally diverted salaries, arrears and other claim amounts to the bank accounts of his family members and relatives in place of those of the actual beneficiaries. Instead of routing these funds to rightful beneficiaries, he replaced their bank account details with private Bank account numbers being operated in SBI, Bank of India and Indian Bank, Kendrapada belonging to himself and his family members (spouse, father, brother) and one relative executing transfers via NEFT, The agency said. In this connection, two cases (42/26 and 43/26) have been registered at the Kataka Vigilance Police Station against the accused Rana, under sections 13(2) and 13(1) (a) of the PC Amendment Act, 2018 and 316(5), 318(4), 336(3), 344, 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
ORMAS Steps Up Efforts to Strengthen DDU-GKY 2.0 Implementation in Odisha
The Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS) has launched a major push to accelerate rural youth employment, kickstarting a two-day State-Level Capacity Building Programme on Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0 in Bhubaneswar today. Inaugurated by Shri Rabi Narayan Naik, Honble Minister for Rural Development, Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water, Government of [] The post ORMAS Steps Up Efforts to Strengthen DDU-GKY 2.0 Implementation in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
GITA Autonomous College Time Table 2026 Out - Check UG
GITA Autonomous College, Bhubaneswar has released the exam time table for 2026-27 through notice No. Exam.Deptt/1538/2026. It covers the revised 7th and 5th semester B.Tech schedule, the 3rd semester B.Tech schedule, and the revised 3rd semester MCA schedule, for both Regular and Back candidates. Theory exams start on 16 November 2026 and the last theory paper in this notice is on 5 December 2026.
AIIMS Project Technical Support I Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS) Recruitment 2026 for the post of Project Technical Support will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 16 November 2026 at Room No- 317, 3rd Floor, CM & FM Department, Academic Building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar. Candidates should report at 10:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in.
Caretaker Arrested In Elderly Woman's Murder Case
Odisha Police have arrested a man in Surat in connection with the murder of a 76-year-old woman in Bhubaneswar. The accused, Balbhadra Maharana, was the victim's caretaker and allegedly fled with valuables after the murder on November 3. The victim, Kunjalata Nanda, lived alone, and her body was discovered on November 4.
Eastern Bhubaneswar Needs Greater Seismic Attention: NCS Study
The NCS study found that shear-wave velocity in the upper 30 metres ranged from 360 to 760 metres per second across much of the city, indicating relatively firm ground.
15 injured, 2 critical as Del-bound bus overturns in Mayurbhanj
Solar CCTVs cut rly crime by nearly 80%
Odishas drought exposure could double by mid-century: Study
Drones deployed to track crocodile movement in Jajpur
Man trampled to death by tusker in Keonjhar
Govt sanctions Rs 20cr for WALMI upgrade
Cousin held for blackmailing teen with private photos
Prez Murmu to inaugurate historic Baliyatra on Nov 24
OHRC seeks report on inclusion of tribal foods in Odisha prison diet
CRPF, BSF to aid hunt for illicit ganja plantations in Odisha
ABVP State Convention in Bhubaneswar: CM Mohan Majhi Calls for Addiction-Free Campuses
Emphasising that student power is the foundation of national development, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi urged young leaders to channel their potential into character-building, discipline, and social responsibility to achieve the vision of a prosperous Odisha and a developed India. Addressing a massive state-level student leaders convention organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) [] The post ABVP State Convention in Bhubaneswar: CM Mohan Majhi Calls for Addiction-Free Campuses & Youth-Led Growth appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
NCS study flags higher seismic risk in Bhubaneswar's eastern growth belt
Seismic microzonation study finds soft soil in eastern Bhubaneswar could amplify earthquake shaking threefold, with ground acceleration exceeding national design code levels
Bhubaneswar 5th cleanest city in country: Swachh Survekshan
Celebratory Firing: Ninth Arrest In Bhubaneswar Death Case
Police in Bhubaneswar have arrested a ninth person, Somanath Gajendra, in connection with the death of a 21-year-old man, Tapu Nayak, during celebratory firing on November 4. Gajendra is accused of helping dispose of the illegally procured pistol used in the incident.
Puri cleanest coastal town in country: Swachh Survekshan
From Conflict to Development: PIB
Setting the stage for an in-depth dialogue on changing ground realities and the socio-economic resurgence of erstwhile Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) affected corridors, the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Bhubaneswar, in close collaboration with the Kandhamal district administration and Odisha Police, is hosting a specialised media workshop, Vartalap, in Phulbani on Thursday. The workshop forms a key [] The post From Conflict to Development: PIBs Phulbani Vartalap to Highlight Kandhamals Post-Naxal Transformation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Unidentified mans body recovered from Taladanda Canal
CHSE extends Plus-II exam form deadline to Nov 14
2,000 acres of illegal prawn gheries removed from Chilika
Sub-registrar office staffer among 3 held for bid to grab doctors land in Bhubaneswar
Odisha plans anganwadi upgrade to early education hubs
Caretaker Arrested In Odisha Murder-Robbery
Gujarat Police have arrested Balbhadra Ramcharan Maharana, a 40-year-old man, in Surat for the murder of 76-year-old Kunjalata Nanda during a robbery at her Bhubaneswar residence. Maharana, who was Nanda's caretaker, had been absconding since the November 3 incident and was planning to flee to Delhi when apprehended.
Japanese Delegation Visits KIIT, KISS; Four MoUs Signed to Boost India-Japan Cooperation
A 35-member delegation from Japan's Tottori visited KIIT and KISS in Bhubaneswar, with four MoUs signed to strengthen academic, research and industry collaboration.
Odisha Celebrates Mandia Diwas 2026: A Milestone for the Nutri-Cereal Economy
The second and concluding day of the 5th edition of Mandia Dibasa (Millet Day) concluded on a high note at the Mayfair Convention in Bhubaneswar, drawing policymakers, agricultural experts, researchers, and progressive farmers from across the region. Organised by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, Government of Odisha, the two-day convention centred around the [] The post Odisha Celebrates Mandia Diwas 2026: A Milestone for the Nutri-Cereal Economy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Man sentenced to 20 years for acid attack on neighbours
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.
Ex-jailer files police complaint against IPS officer Susanta Nath over plot to frame inmate
Gun violence triggers safety concerns in capital
Panel to revamp Odishas premature prisoner release policy
BJP lauds launch of free campus Wi-Fi, decision on OCS attempt cap
Another MLA donates months salary for flood hit
Cops get remand of 2 accused in Sisupalgarh firing case
Bikram Panda to undergo voice spectrography test: Cops
Royal Bengal Tiger leaves Semiliguda range, forest staff track its movement
