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
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
HC grants actor Lipan Sahu 7-day bail to visit cancer-stricken father
IMD predicts low pressure in Bay, no impact on Odisha
Odisha woos Japanese investors as Tottori delegation explores industrial partnerships
State, MSSRF join hands for climate-resilient agriculture
Leopard drags away pet dog, triggers panic in Nuapada villages
Odisha adds 2.79L voters after SIR, final electoral roll on Jan 21
IIIT Bhubaneswar Targets Top Spot Among IIITs as Admissions and Placements Surge
The 15th Board of Governors meeting of the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Bhubaneswar was held today at the Conference Hall of Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairpersonship of Chief Secretary of Odisha and Chairperson of the Board, Anu Garg. The meeting reviewed academic progress, student admissions, placements, infrastructure development and future strategies of [] The post IIIT Bhubaneswar Targets Top Spot Among IIITs as Admissions and Placements Surge appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha is strengthening its international startup and business partnerships with Japan, with a delegation from Tottori Prefecture visiting Startup Odisha at O-Hub in Bhubaneswar on November 10 to explore opportunities for cross-border business collaboration, technology exchange and investment. The visit also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Odisha-based startup Sustainability Leaders Odisha Pvt. Ltd. and ONESTRUCTION Inc., a business organisation from Tottori, Japan. The delegation comprised senior government officials, banking representatives and industry leaders from Japan. The programme began with a welcome address by Startup Odisha CEO Smruti Ranjan Pradhan, followed by interactions with the Japanese delegates and a visit to the Startup Showcase Stall, where Odisha-based startups presented their products, technologies and business solutions. Odisha MSME, Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister Gokulananda Mallik highlighted the state...
Naveen calls Ganjam floods manmade crisis, BJP points to BJDs years of neglect
Odisha Guv urges youth, students to make millets part of daily diet
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram on Tuesday urged people, particularly youth, students and government employees, to include Shree Anna (millets) in their daily diet, saying their promotion will benefit public health, farmers and the environment. Every household should include Mandia, Bajra, Jowar and other millets in its meals. Adopting healthy food habits is not just about personal well-being but also reflects our respect for farmers and agricultural traditions, he said while inaugurating the Symposium on Shree Anna and Strengthening of Traditional Seed Systems2026 in Bhubaneswar. Highlighting the importance of millets in India's agricultural heritage, the Governor said these crops had been an integral part of traditional food habits for centuries. In Odisha, particularly in tribal and rain-fed regions, millet cultivation is closely linked to local livelihoods and cultural traditions. Promoting Mandia (Ragi) would help improve farmers' incomes while preserving this heritage. Referring to climate change, erratic rainfall, rising temperatures and water scarcity, he said millets offered a sustainable farming option as they required less water, involved lower cultivation costs and could withstand adverse climatic conditions. He also highlighted their nutritional value, including high dietary fibre and essential nutrients, saying their regular consumption could encourage healthier food habits amid rising lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes, obesity and hypertension. The Governor stressed the need to strengthen processing, packaging, value addition and marketing facilities to help Odisha's millets reach wider domestic and international markets. Emphasising traditional seed conservation, he called for establishing community seed banks, documenting indigenous varieties and encouraging their exchange. He said local seed varieties represented generations of farmers' knowledge and were vital for preserving agricultural biodiversity. Describing tribal communities and women farmers as important custodians of traditional seeds, he advocated combining indigenous knowledge with modern science, technology and better market linkages. Appreciating the Odisha government's Shree Anna Abhiyan and the Centre's initiatives to promote millets, he said collective efforts to conserve traditional seeds, protect agricultural diversity and enhance farmers' incomes would contribute to Viksit Odisha 2036 and Viksit Bharat 2047. Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, ICAR Director General Dr Mangi Lal Jat, MSSRF chairperson and former chief scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan, and OUAT Vice-Chancellor Prof Pravat Kumar Roul also addressed the symposium.
Odisha CM assures pension for every eligible elderly and vulnerable person
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Announcing an end to the waiting period for social security pensions, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday said no elderly person, senior citizen, person with disabilities or helpless individual in the state will henceforth be deprived of any assistance provided by the government. Today is a historic day for Odisha. From today, no elder, senior citizen, person with disability, or destitute individual in the state will be deprived of government assistance. From today, eligible beneficiaries will no longer have to wait to receive the Madhubabu Pension. The era of waiting has come to an end; the era of honouring your rights has begun, CM Majhi said. He was speaking at a programme in Baleshwar, where he launched the saturation initiative under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana and inaugurated the Unified Pension Management Portal (UPMP). The Chief Minister said the previous government had imposed fixed quotas at the state and district levels, due to which an eligible person could receive a pension only after an existing beneficiary passed away. Describing the arrangement as insensitive and inhuman, he said his government has abolished the system to ensure that no eligible person is denied social security benefits. Under the saturation drive, 5,05,817 additional eligible people have been brought under the scheme, taking the total number of beneficiaries to 41,80,825. The government has made an additional annual budgetary provision of Rs 625 crore to cover the newly included beneficiaries. Majhi said expenditure of Rs 500600 crore should not be a reason to make elderly people suffer or deprive them of their entitlements. The amount, he said, was a worthwhile investment in the welfare and dignity of senior citizens. The newly launched UPMP will make the pension application and disbursement process simpler, faster and more transparent. Eligible applicants can apply online through the portal or visit the nearest Jana Seva Kendra or Block Development Officer's office. Pension will be provided from the month following the application. Beneficiaries will automatically receive an enhanced monthly pension of Rs 3,500 after attaining 80 years of age, without having to submit a fresh application. Newly enrolled beneficiaries will receive their October and November pensions together. District-level distribution programmes will be held on November 11 and 12, followed by block-level programmes on November 13 and 14. Those unable to collect the amount at these programmes can receive it in cash from their respective panchayat or municipal offices on November 25. Regular monthly pension payments will be made on the 15th of every month from December. During the programme, the Chief Minister also inaugurated 28 development projects worth Rs 78 crore and laid foundation stones for 42 projects worth Rs 262 crore in Baleshwar district.
IIT Bhubaneswar Scientist Spots
IIT Bhubaneswars Dr. Manish Kumar Mohanta identifies persistent spin texture on the (110) surface of cubic AgI, a nonmagnetic semiconductor that could enable long-lived electron spins and electrically controllable spintronics. The post IIT Bhubaneswar Scientist Spots Infinite Spin Lifetime Potential on Silver Iodide Surface appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
PIB ADG Akhil Mishra Urges Transparent and Compassionate Outreach at IMPCC Bhubaneswar Meet
The Inter-Media Publicity Coordination Committee (IMPCC), Odisha Region, convened its high-level meeting today at Conference Hall No. 2, Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar. The assembly brought together leaders from various central government departments, scientific institutions, and public media wings to refine communication strategies and improve inter-agency coordination. Chaired by Akhil Kumar Mishra, Additional Director [] The post PIB ADG Akhil Mishra Urges Transparent and Compassionate Outreach at IMPCC Bhubaneswar Meet appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Sets Sights on 5 Lakh Hectares of Millet Cultivation by 2047
In a major step toward building climate-resilient and sustainable food systems, Odisha has laid down a comprehensive national roadmap for millet-led agricultural transformation. The ambitious blueprint was presented during the inaugural day of a two-day national event on Agro-Biodiversity Conservation, Climate-Resilient Agriculture, and Sustainable Food Systems, which commenced today in Bhubaneswar. The high-level gathering brought [] The post Odisha Sets Sights on 5 Lakh Hectares of Millet Cultivation by 2047 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Governor Brajmohan Ram Calls for Daily Millet Intake
Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram inaugurated the state conference titled Strengthening Shree Anna and Landrace Seed Systems2026 in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, calling for collective action to integrate millets into daily diets and conserve indigenous seed landraces. Addressing the gathering, the Governor urged the publicparticularly the youth, students, and government personnelto adopt millets such as finger millet [] The post Governor Brajmohan Ram Calls for Daily Millet Intake & Indigenous Seed Preservation in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Aska sub-divisional hospital resumes service
Govt turns to guest faculty amid teacher shortage in upgraded schools
Odisha govt sacks ORS officer after bribery arrest
Mahanadi Banchao Andolan Stages Mass Protest Outside Central Water Commission Office in Bhubaneswar
Activists, political leaders, and civil society members gathered in large numbers outside the Chief Engineers office of the Central Water Commission (CWC) in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, staging a demonstration under the banner of the Mahanadi Banchao Andolan. The protest was organised against the non-disclosure of critical data regarding the ongoing Mahanadi water dispute settlement. The [] The post Mahanadi Banchao Andolan Stages Mass Protest Outside Central Water Commission Office in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Displaced Workers Intensify Protest in Bhubaneswar, Demand Immediate Reappointment
Tensions boiled over at the Labour Commissioners office as retrenched Group-D employees under the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board staged an indefinite, day-and-night sit-in demonstration demanding their immediate reinstatement. The protesting workers, backed by the trade union, are fighting against what they describe as an unjust and arbitrary decision to terminate their [] The post Displaced Workers Intensify Protest in Bhubaneswar, Demand Immediate Reappointment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Man-made crisis: Naveen Patnaik slams Odisha govt over Ganjam flood response
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Leader of Opposition and BJD president Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday severely criticised the state government's preparedness to deal with Cyclone Arnab and called for impartial rehabilitation and reconstruction work in flood-ravaged Ganjam district. In a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Patnaik has also described the devastating flood in Ganjam as a manmade crisis, calling upon the state government to fix accountability for the lapses and ensure stringent punishment. The BJD supremo also referred to his recent visit to flood-affected areas of Hinjili, Sheragada, Aska and Sorada of Ganjam district and interactions with affected persons on November 7. Patnaik expressed pain after seeing the sufferings of the people in distress, massive damage to infrastructure, extensive crop losses, loss of lives and destruction of livelihoods during his visit. He alleged that government negligence has set Ganjam back by several years. He alleged that the state government ignored IMD warnings issued since October 23. The BJD chief said Ganjam remained vulnerable to heavy rainfall, which typically occurs to the right of a cyclone's landfall, and stressed that cyclone and flood management SOPs require advance water release from dams and round-the-clock monitoring of reservoir levels. However, in the case of Ganjam, water from dams was released by the Water Resources Department after the onset of heavy cyclonic rains. This compounded the floods and caused huge loss of life and property. People have complained that adequate warning was not given to them before the gates were opened, alleged Patnaik. This gross negligence and manmade crisis raises serious issues of accountability. People are demanding strict action against those responsible for such a serious lapse, he further added. The LoP alleged that the government has also admitted its lack of preparedness for Ganjam, adding that timely action on warnings could have prevented much of the suffering. He alleged that the delay in the post-flood relief work led to people being marooned for days without food and water. Patnaik said he has forwarded the representations he received during his visit to the Special Relief Commissioner for immediate action. He urged the government to adopt a whole of government approach to ensure timely compensation, adding that lip service will not work. He warned that BJD will not tolerate negligence in relief work by the government and will hold protests from 'Palli to Delhi'. The BJD chief also contended that the previous BJD government had built a community-based, globally acclaimed disaster management system in which sarpanches, PRI members and Mission Shakti groups played a major role. He alleged that neglect of sarpanches and the near closure of Mission Shakti by the BJP government have weakened the community-based disaster response system. Citing what he termed repeated mishandling of calamities in Ganjam, Kendrapada, Jajpur, Bhadrak and Baleshwar, Patnaik asked the government to take responsibility and fix accountability. He said the progress made in 24 years of BJD rule should not be undone in 24 months by the double engine sarkar.
Odisha clears Rs 394cr free Wi-Fi scheme for 601 colleges
Odisha cabinet clears Rs 4,709cr Upper Indravati pumped storage project
Jagannath Temple orders probe into Mahaprasad sale outside shrine
BDA floats tender for Hatiasuni Park
7 injured in gas cylinder blast triggered by crackers
Odisha cabinet approves bovine breeding regulation bill
Odisha removes attempt cap for OCS exam
Bhubaneswar air quality plunges to severe on Diwali night
Odisha Cabinet clears Rs 393.62 cr free campus Wi-Fi scheme
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 11 (IANS) The Odisha cabinet on Monday approved 13 key proposals concerning 10 departments, including the flagship initiative to provide free WiFi to higher educational institutions across the state. The proposals were approved during the 49th meeting of the state cabinet held in Bhubaneswar under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. In a significant decision, the cabinet gave its nod to the flagship scheme Odisha Shikshanet Empowering Students through a Free Wi-Fi Internet Facility to all Colleges and Universities of the state Higher Education Department. The scheme will be implemented with a total outlay of Rs. 393.62 crore over a period of three years (FY 2026-27 to FY 2028-29). The scheme will extend free, secure and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity to 601 Government and Aided Colleges across Odisha, building upon the successful Phase-I implementation in 130 colleges. Every authenticated student will receive up to 1 GB of free internet data per day within the campus for academic, research and skill development purposes, the government said in a statement. It further added that the project includes installation of Wi-Fi infrastructure, bandwidth provisioning, network management, cybersecurity, and operation & maintenance support. A centralised monitoring dashboard will ensure efficient service delivery, network security, uptime and optimal utilisation. The facility will support access to e-books, digital libraries, virtual classrooms, SWAYAM and other MOOCs, research databases, competitive examination resources, digital skill development platforms and e-governance services such as SAMS, HIMS and Scholarship portals. The initiative is expected to benefit over 6 lakh students and faculty members across Government and Aided Higher Education Institutions, particularly students from rural, remote and economically weaker sections, by bridging the digital divide and promoting equitable access to quality higher education, the government claimed. Other major proposals approved on Monday include the comprehensive, farmer-centric and technology-driven Food and Paddy Procurement Policy for Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27, aimed at transparent procurement at MSP, timely payment, efficient milling and uninterrupted supply of rice under PDS and welfare schemes. The State Cabinet has also approved the draft Odisha Bovine Breeding (Regulation) Bill, 2026 for introduction in the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The proposed legislation provides a framework for scientific breeding and quality breeding services. Several other key proposals of other departments got the cabinet nod on Monday.
Tusker electrocuted by charged solar fence near Similipal
Higher edu institutions told to set up mental health support systems
IIT Bhubaneswar signs MoU to boost clean energy transition, grid modernisation
Sky lanterns near flight path trigger concern at Bhubaneswar airport
Former Rajya Sabha MP Rao surrenders in 2010 tribal leader murder case
7-year-old dies, grandfather suffers 60% burns in Cuttack house fire
20-yr-old held for rape of 5-yr-old girl in Deogarh district
4 held for manhandling' Cuttack ACP during Diwali cracker crackdown
Rs 114cr water project misses deadline, new target March 2027
Odisha: VP Radhakrishnan to inaugurate capacity-building programme for MLAs on Nov 16
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (IANS) Vice-President of India C.P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to visit Odisha on November 16 to inaugurate a one-day capacity-building programme for members of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly in Bhubaneswar, state Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling said on Monday. Welcoming the Vice-Presidents visit, Mahaling said the Odisha Assembly had extended an invitation to him, which he had graciously accepted. The Vice President is scheduled to address all 147 legislators, including the Chief Minister and the Leader of the Opposition. The Governor of Odisha, Braj Mohan Ram, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Surama Padhy and other dignitaries are expected to attend the inaugural session. They will also be present during the valedictory session. Explaining the objectives of the programme, Mahaling said the legislators will receive necessary training on how to effectively monitor the functioning of various departments, the implementation of government schemes and decisions, and the functioning of executive departments. The initiative, organised by the Parliamentary Affairs Department, aims to strengthen the legislative capabilities of elected representatives and enable them to participate more effectively in House proceedings. Ahead of the forthcoming Budget Session, legislators will receive training on budget discussions, departmental fund allocation, expenditure, grants, budget estimates and performance reviews of executive departments. The programme will also focus on budget presentation and promoting informed, effective and constructive debates in the Assembly. We are conducting this one-day workshop so that our MLAs, apart from their tours, inaugurations, and public relations with their constituencies, also participate in the legislative business of the House in an enriched manner, take part, and ensure a fruitful discussion takes place on the floor of the House, and their capacity building is achieved, Mahaling said. He added that the programme would provide an opportunity for legislators to enhance their knowledge, improve their legislative skills and contribute more effectively to parliamentary proceedings. Mahaling said that the Odisha Assembly has a total of 35 parliamentary committees. Kerala and Odisha are making notable efforts to strengthen the parliamentary committee system. The primary objective of the orientation programme is to make this system more active and effective while enhancing the skills and capabilities of legislators.
Diwali tragedy: Boy killed in Rourkela, over 100 injured in cracker mishaps across Odisha
Winter Arrives Early in Odisha: Twin Cities Dip Below 19
Winter has formally arrived in Odisha with temperatures plunging sharply across the state. The Twin Cities of Bhubaneswar and Kataka recorded minimum temperatures dropping well below 20C, marking a clear onset of the cold season. According to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhubaneswar registered a minimum temperature of 18.9Cwhich is 1.7C below normalwhile [] The post Winter Arrives Early in Odisha: Twin Cities Dip Below 19C as Cold Wave Sets In appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IIT Bhubaneswar Accounts Trainee Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 3 Accounts Trainee posts. The online application process will begin on 10 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 24 November 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, iitbbs.ac.in.
Kotia candidates threatened at gunpoint to contest polls, says Cong MLA; seeks CBI probe
Royal Bengal Tiger sighted in Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary
Fishing cats found scavenging on Olive Ridley turtle carcasses in Bhitarkanika
CRUT sacks Ama Bus drivers for drunk driving
Speeding Car Drags Motorcycle 50 Metres, Leaves 3 Critical in Bhubaneswar
A terrifying incident of reckless drunk driving unfolded in the capital city late last night, leaving three people critically injured and raising serious questions about road safety in Bhubaneswar. The high-speed crash occurred on the main road near Shikharchandi under the jurisdiction of the Infocity Police Station. According to eyewitnesses, a fast-approaching white Hyundai Creta [] The post Speeding Car Drags Motorcycle 50 Metres, Leaves 3 Critical in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
