Orissa HC grants bail to ex-MLA, criticises cop lapses
11 of 12 samples test negative for scrub typhus, 1 turns out reactive
Govt eases financial burden on SC-ST medical, engineering aspirants
Man sentenced 20 yrs RI for raping 12 year old
Cong MP Ulaka urges PM to safeguard Odishas mining tax rights
IPS officer Shefeen Ahamed dies; CM, Shashi Tharoor mourn
More coaches in long-distance trains to handle festive season rush
First eco-friendly small animal crematorium opens doors
NCW First Shakti Summit in Bhubaneswar: 25 States Join Odisha for Women
Bhubaneswar is set to host a rare national gathering of womens welfare leadership this week, as the National Commission for Women and the Government of Odisha open the first Shakti Summit State WCD Leadership Conclave from 1 to 3 September 2026. The inaugural ceremony will be led by Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, [] The post NCW First Shakti Summit in Bhubaneswar: 25 States Join Odisha for Womens Safety Conclave appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kataka Police Rescue 7-Year-Old Girl; Kidnapper Arrested
A 7-year-old girl who vanished from Kataka Railway Station on Saturday afternoon has been safely identified and reunited after a swift, multi-agency operation by Bhubaneswar-Kataka Commissionerate Police. The accused, who tried to disappear by changing clothes and shaving his beard and moustache, was arrested at Balikuda Railway Station. On 29 August 2026 at about 2:30 [] The post Kataka Police Rescue 7-Year-Old Girl; Kidnapper Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
OSEPA directs schools to hold SA-I assessments in Sept
Odisha Police Condoles Demise of IGP Shefeen Ahamed K, Holds Memorial Meet in Bhubaneswar
A hush settled over Police Bhawan on Monday afternoon as Odisha Police gathered to remember one of its own. Senior IPS officer Shefeen Ahamed K, Inspector General of Police (Crime Branch), died untimely, leaving the force and the state IPS Association in deep mourning. Ahamed, a 2003-batch officer of the Odisha cadre, was 50. Born [] The post Odisha Police Condoles Demise of IGP Shefeen Ahamed K, Holds Memorial Meet in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
620 bottles of codeine cough syrup seized in Sambalpur, 2 held
HC finds Biju Patnaik Park unsafe, poorly maintained
The Odisha State Election Commission (SEC) has launched a pilot doortodoor voterlist verification drive in Bhubaneswar ahead of the upcoming Panchayat and Urban electionsin 2027. The initiative aims to ensure clean, errorfree and transparent electoral rolls across the state. The pilot survey will run from September3to11 under the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), covering three Assembly [] The post Pilot VoterList Verification to Begin in Bhubaneswar from Sep3 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
MAHE-hosted UK-India HealthTech Accelerator announces winners
They winners are: Azooka Labs, Bengaluru; Bioscan Research, Ahmedabad; Turtle Shell Technologies (Dozee), Bengaluru; EZERX Health Tech, Bhubaneswar; OrthoHeal, Vadodara; and TatvaCare, Ahmedabad.
Puri's Jagannath Temple sets traps to catch rats destroying sibling deities' sacred attire
Odisha Opens Rice ATM in Dhenkanal With 24
A Rice ATM has been inaugurated in Dhenkanal district, becoming the latest addition to Odishas innovative food security initiative. The facility was formally opened by the Supply Minister, Krushna Chandra Patra, marking the states second such installation after Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda. The Rice ATM will provide 24hour service to beneficiaries, who can withdraw their entitled [] The post Odisha Opens Rice ATM in Dhenkanal With 247 Service appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BMC Launches Drainage, Waste Management, Urban Projects on Local Self
The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) marked Local SelfGovernment Day with the unveiling of several major projects aimed at strengthening civic infrastructure and improving living conditions in the capital city. Among the highlights is the states first pet crematorium, set to be inaugurated soon by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, offering residents a dignified facility for [] The post BMC Launches Drainage, Waste Management, Urban Projects on Local SelfGovernment Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha T20 League CM Trophy Returns With Six Teams And 17 Matches At Cuttack
Odisha T20 League CM Trophy: Odisha cricket enthusiasts can look forward to an engaging tournament as the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy makes a comeback. Six franchises will compete for the title at the historic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack from September 20 to 29. The tournament, titled the CM Trophy to symbolise the dedication and backing of Honble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi for the growth and promotion of cricket and sports in Odisha, will serve as a significant platform for the states rising cricketers to display their talent on a larger stage. The six teams participating are Cuttack Panthers, Bhubaneswar Tigers, Rourkela Steelers, Keonjhar Miners, Puri Titans, and Sambalpur Warriors. The player draft is scheduled for September 6, before the start of the 17-match tournament. For Odishas young cricketers, the league will offer an opportunity to play competitive T20 cricket under lights at one of the states most iconic venues, Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. With seasoned players, coaches, and franchise support, the tournament is likely to provide young athletes with important match experience and serve as a stepping stone in their careers. The trophy was revealed in the presence of Odisha Cricket Association's Office Bearers, officially launching the tournament's second edition. Attendees included Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, President of OCA; Prabhat Bhol, Joint Secretary; Bikash Pradhan, Treasurer; and Pratap Chandra Pradhan, an Apex Council Member. The previous edition saw Cuttack Panthers emerge as champions, and the six teams will now look to build on that competition and challenge for the trophy in the new season. Speaking about the tournament, Odisha Cricket Association President Pankaj Lochan Mohanty said, The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy is an important step towards strengthening the cricketing ecosystem in the state. Our focus is not only on organising a competitive tournament but also on creating a platform where young players can perform, learn and grow. We want Odishas talented cricketers to get the exposure they need to take their careers forward. The league will prioritise increasing visibility for Odishas players. By hosting matches at Barabati Stadium and broadcasting them to a broader audience, young athletes will have a better chance to attract scouts and team attention beyond Odisha. The league is expected to allow Odishas players to perform before a much larger audience, potentially attracting the attention of IPL franchises. The league will provide Odishas players with an opportunity like no other to showcase their talent at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Over 10 days and across 17 matches, they will get the chance to perform on a big stage, he added. The league will prioritise increasing visibility for Odishas players. By hosting matches at Barabati Stadium and broadcasting them to a broader audience, young athletes will have a better chance to attract scouts and team attention beyond Odisha. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The 17-match tournament is set to take place at the Barabati Stadium from September 20 to 29, including an exhibition womens match on the final day. The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy, featuring six franchises, 17 competitive matches, and a talented pool of young cricketers eager to shine, aims to be more than just a domestic T20 event. It serves as a platform for Odishas emerging players to aspire bigger, excel under pressure, and begin their journey toward top-tier opportunities in cricket. Article Source: IANS
CBI Arrests Fugitive in Odishas
Bhubaneswar, August 31: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully apprehended a fugitive accused of embezzling over 17 crore from depositors in Odishas chit fund scam. The arrest took place on Sunday, as confirmed by an official from the agency. Debabrata Dutta, the former owner of DNB Food Processing Private Limited, was captured in ... Read more CBI Arrests Fugitive in Odishas 17 Crore Chit Fund Scam
17.22 Crore Chit-Fund Scam: Accused Arrested in Siliguri, Headed to Bhubaneswar Court
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Debabrata Dutta, a key accused who had been on the run for years in a major chit-fund fraud case. Dutta, then proprietor of M/s DNB Food Processing Pvt. Ltd., is alleged to have conspired with others to collect money from unsuspecting depositors and misappropriate 17,22,39,453. The agency registered [] The post 17.22 Crore Chit-Fund Scam: Accused Arrested in Siliguri, Headed to Bhubaneswar Court appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Usha Padhee Reviews Kalibeti and Mudamba Industrial Estates
Two industrial estates on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar are being asked to grow up fast. On Sunday, Additional Chief Secretary (Housing & Urban Development) and IDCO Chairperson, Usha Padhee, IAS, walked the ground at Kalibeti and Mudamba in Khordha district and left officials with a simple instruction: stop treating master plans as drawings. Turn them [] The post Usha Padhee Reviews Kalibeti and Mudamba Industrial Estates | Time-Bound Infra, Water Recycling, Ama Bus appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ASI, associate held for bribery in Sundargarh
Babysitter held for robbing houses where she worked
2 dead, 2 injured in Keonjhar bike accident
Keonjhar police investigate minor girl's childbirth case
Suspected Chinese weather balloon seized in Rourkela
Joint parl panel feels theres need to revise MLAs pay: Govt
Help pours in for teen seeking admission to SCB
Good Samaritans come forward to help Kondha doc aspirant
Rajput grandeur meets local craftsmanship at Quilla Madhupur
Debrigarh local community cheers as PM Modi praises Odisha woman
Bhubaneswar, Aug 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modis mention of Maithili Bhue from Odishas Debrigarh in his monthly Mann Ki Baat programme on Sunday, in recognition of her work in forest conservation and efforts to empower local women through eco-tourism, has brought cheer among members of the local community and employees of Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. []
Kanika Palace Where Indian Royalty Blends With European Architecture
At 176, Bridge to Nowhere Fights Monumental Neglect
Labour officer caught taking bribe
BMC starts Iskcon Square-Vani Vihar stormwater project to tackle flooding
XIM Bhubaneswar Hosts 8th Business Excellence Summit 2026 on Resilient Businesses
Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB) wrapped the eighth Business Excellence Summit (BES) 2026 with a clear brief for students and industry alike: resilience is no longer a crisis slogan. It is a design principle. The two-day summit, themed Building Resilient Businesses Navigating Risk to Shape A Sustainable Future, brought faculty, alumni, students and [] The post XIM Bhubaneswar Hosts 8th Business Excellence Summit 2026 on Resilient Businesses appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Trains Turn Smuggling Corridor: 85+ kg Ganja Seized in 5 Days at Bhubaneswar Railway Station
Indias railways, built to move people and goods, are now a preferred corridor for ganja traffickers. In just five days, officers at Bhubaneswar railway station have seized more than 85 kilograms of cannabis and arrested four people, exposing an inter-state network that is swapping crowded highways for packed trains. The latest raid came after a [] The post Trains Turn Smuggling Corridor: 85+ kg Ganja Seized in 5 Days at Bhubaneswar Railway Station appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Where Mahanadi whispers Odishas maritime legacy
35 tonnes of fertiliser seized
Man attacked, killed by elephant
Health dept steps up scrub typhus surveillance in Angul
Fresh flood fears grip Balasore as Subarnarekha rises
Keonjhar man held for killing wife over dinner dispute
HC backs Odisha ban on tobacco-laced food products
NGT orders probe into Khurda quarry over environment violations
UK-based Odia family missing in Nepal floods
Centre of Excellence for Tribal students in A.P.s Marikavalasa to provide competitive exam coaching
The Centre has adopted a co-educational format on the lines of Eklavya Model Residential Schools, while providing separate dormitories and classrooms for boys and girls, besides CCTV cameras, dedicated wardens and enhanced security arrangements
PM praises Odisha woman for leading forest conservation in Debrigarh
Parliament Joint Committee visits Bhubaneswar to review Odisha MLA salaries and pensions
A Parliamentary Joint Committee on salaries and allowances arrived in Bhubaneswar on Sunday for a close look at what sitting and former members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly receive and how that package compares with Parliament and other states. The committee first met Speaker Surama Padhy. It later held separate discussions with Parliamentary Affairs [] The post Parliament Joint Committee visits Bhubaneswar to review Odisha MLA salaries and pensions appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rodent menace returns to Jagannath Temple in Puri
Salary deductions for Odisha govt employees defaulting on alimony payments
Domestic Help Nabbed for House Thefts in Bhubaneswar, Gold and Silver Ornaments Recovered
Chandrasekharpur Police have cracked two house-theft cases in Housing Board Colony and Kanan Vihar PhaseI, recovering a large haul of stolen gold and silver ornaments, valuables, and cash. Following complaints from residents, a special team led by SI J. Kerketta and ASI S. B. Sahoo launched an investigation. Suspicion fell on Priyanka Raul, a woman [] The post Domestic Help Nabbed for House Thefts in Bhubaneswar, Gold and Silver Ornaments Recovered appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Odisha for 2 Days as Low Pressure Intensifies
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of two days of heavy to very heavy rainfall across Odisha as a lowpressure system over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West BengalNorth Odisha coast has intensified into a wellmarked low-pressure system. According to the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre, the associated cyclonic circulation extends up to 7.6 [] The post IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Odisha for 2 Days as Low Pressure Intensifies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Government Takes Firm Action Against Employees Failing to Pay Alimony
Bhubaneswar, August 30: The Odisha government has decided to take strict measures against government employees who fail to provide alimony to their wives or children, even after court orders. From now on, a portion of their salaries will be directly deducted and transferred to the accounts of their spouses and children. According to a statement ... Read more Odisha Government Takes Firm Action Against Employees Failing to Pay Alimony
New Delhi , August 30 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted Mumbai-based Krishna Seshadri's initiative, India's Interactive Historical Atlas, to make the country's history more accessible and interesting. He also urged citizens, especially young people and content creators, to contribute to the campaign for a drug-free Bharat. In the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi spoke on Seshadri's initiative, 'BharatRajya' saying, You go to this website, choose any one year, and you will get to know who ruled which part of Bharat at that time. This was done by Mumbai's Krishna Sheshadri. The Prime Minister said he came across Seshadri's initiative on social media on the occasion of Ashadha Ekadashi and found the idea interesting. The website, allows users to select a particular year and learn about the rulers and kingdoms that existed in different parts of India during that period. PM Modi praised Seshadri's effort and said, His effort will not only be beneficial for students of history, but it will also help us learn history in an interesting manner. Designed to make the complex geopolitical history of the Indian subcontinent engaging and accessible, the website allows users to seamlessly navigate through more than a thousand districts across multiple centuries of structural and political transformations. The website features a dynamic slider spanning thirteen centuries - from 700 CE to the present day - allowing users to enter any specific year to track shifting borders and territorial expansions in real-time. Rather than providing generalised maps, the custom database maps exactly who held power at a micro-level, showing transitioning borders between prominent regimes - including the Mughal Empire, Maratha Empire, and regional princely states. Built with a strict educational mission, the platform's underlying mapping data is completely open-source under a Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license. This allows students, teachers, content creators, and media houses to freely copy, remix, and print the map layouts without requiring prior permission or copyright clearance. The PM also spoke to Seshadari, the Mumbai developer who having no prior professional coding experience, he utilized modern generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to write the complex code and build the feature-rich database from scratch. During PM's MKB programme at the end of the conversation, when the PM asked Seshadri on what other hobbies he had apart from creating the history website, the Mumbai developer said, I am a boring type of person who remains immersed in history and techonolgy. This elicited laughter from the PM Modi who wished Seshadari and wrapped up the conversation. During the episode, the Prime Minister also spoke about the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, which he said is gaining momentum across the country. The goal is clear--drug-free youth, drug-free India, PM Modi said, emphasising the collective resolve to ensure the health, happiness and bright future of the country's youth. He said drug addiction does not affect only an individual, but its consequences are felt by the entire family and society. The Prime Minister commended those working to create awareness about drugs and helping people struggling with addiction. He also urged citizens to come up with creative ways to spread the message of a drug-free life. Can our young musicians make a song which contains the message of a drug-free life? he asked, while encouraging students and theatre groups to create short plays highlighting the dangers of drugs and ways to overcome addiction. PM Modi also called upon content creators to produce material in different Indian languages and share it on social media. There is no dearth of excellent content creators in India, he said, adding that creative efforts can sometimes be more effective than formal campaigns. Meanwhile, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi listened to the 137th episode of Mann Ki Baat in Bhubaneswar. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also listened to the programme in Guwahati, while Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel heard the Prime Minister's address in Ahmedabad. (ANI)
Tribal students end 17-day hunger strike
Tribal students call off hunger strike on 17th day after CM intervenes
Now ex-regular candidates will have to clear internal exams for AHSE
CUO celebrates 18th foundation day
Cops nab 3 Cgarh robbers with weapons, foil truck robbery bid
Man gets life term for killing a woman 6 yrs back
Father, teenage son among 3 killed in head-on bike collision in Rourkela
Blissful inaction: HC seeks plan to fix Cuttack roads
State plans Rs 4,124cr sports infra push across 314 blocks: CM
45-ft statue of Guru Padmasambhava to come up at Udayagiri
Close shave for 2 Odias among 51 Indian tourists in Nepal
XIM Bhubaneswar Opens 8th Business Excellence Summit on Building Resilient Businesses
Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB) today opened the eighth edition of its Business Excellence Summit (BES) 2026, placing organisational resilience at the centre of a two-day conversation among industry leaders, faculty, students and alumni. The theme Building Resilient Businesses Navigating Risk to Shape A Sustainable Future frames a programme built around [] The post XIM Bhubaneswar Opens 8th Business Excellence Summit on Building Resilient Businesses appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ASHA worker rescues flood affected
Treat every complainant with empathy, CM tells cops
Students, civil society groups to launch flood relief drive for Nepal victims
Disaster will not discourage adventure: Climbers
HC rebukes officials over delay in employee reinstatement
Woman killed over Subhadra money, husband arrested
Naveen, Dharmendra spar over MMDR Act
Kendrapada, Jajpur floods severely damage schools, disrupt education
CS reviews Nalco, Adani mega projects; pushes for faster execution
Coffee, millets help stem migration in Koraputs tribal belt
Odisha Police Athletes Felicitated on National Sports Day
On the occasion of National Sports Day, commemorating hockey legend Major Dhyan Chands birth anniversary, Interim Director General of Police Vinaytosh Mishra felicitated outstanding police athletes at a special ceremony held at the DGP Camp Office in Bhubaneswar. The athletes, representing Odisha Police, brought glory to the state by winning eight medals including two [] The post Odisha Police Athletes Felicitated on National Sports Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Meat trader shot dead in broad daylight in Burla; suspect held
Minister Harichandan Reviews Agriculture and Horticulture Plans in Chilika
A comprehensive review meeting on agriculture, horticulture and soil conservation development in the Chilika Assembly constituency was held under the chairmanship of Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan in Bhubaneswar on August 29. The meeting highlighted the regions potential for coconut cultivation in Chilika coastal areas and promotion of Banpur moong, known for its [] The post Minister Harichandan Reviews Agriculture and Horticulture Plans in Chilika appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Maharashtra govt accepts tribal students demands after hunger strike
The protest was launched following the deaths of three tribal girls from snakebite at a residential school in Gadchiroli district. The agitation is expected to be called off later on Saturday after the government assured the students of a time-bound plan to address their concerns
Naveen urges Odisha BJP MPs to seek rollback of MMDR amendments
Complaint Filed over Adulterated Paneer Ordered via Zomato in Bhubaneswar
Concerns over food safety have resurfaced in Bhubaneswar after a customer alleged that adulterated paneer was supplied through Zomato. The complaint comes after offline sales of adulterated paneer were curbed, raising fears that such practices are now shifting to online platforms. According to reports, a customer ordered paneer from Rolls World restaurant in Chandrasekharpur via [] The post Complaint Filed over Adulterated Paneer Ordered via Zomato in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Reviews Nalco, Adani Mega Projects to Boost Industrial Growth
A high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg was held at Lok Seva Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, to accelerate the implementation of large-scale industrial investment projects in Odisha. The meeting focused on resolving issues related to land acquisition, infrastructure, and ancillary requirements to ensure timely execution. Senior officials from multiple departmentsincluding Steel & Mines, Industries, [] The post Odisha Reviews Nalco, Adani Mega Projects to Boost Industrial Growth appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM Chairs High-Level Law
A high-level meeting was convened at the Police Bhavan in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, to review the states law and order situation and strategies for crime control. During the meeting, Chief Secretary Anu Garg, along with the Home Department Secretary, senior police officials, and administrative officers, were present. Security [] The post Odisha CM Chairs High-Level Law & Order Meeting at Police Bhavan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
