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 .
Bhubaneswar: Mass deletion of Muslim voters continues nationwide, with Odisha being the latest Bharatiya Janata Party-led state to employ its party agents to illegally file deletion requests. The Reporters Collective on Sunday, August 30, reported that in the Bhadrak assembly constituency, BJPs booth-level agents have been filing en masse, requesting the district administration to review Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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)
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for Senior Research Fellow, Consultant and More Posts
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) Recruitment 2026 for 4 posts of Research Project Vacancies. Candidates with MD, MPH, CMA, CA can attend Walkin The Walk-in on 19-09-2026. For detailed information please visit AIIMS Bhubaneswar official website.
Traffic Diversion Announced in Bhubaneswar for WATCO Sewerage Pipeline Work
The Bhubaneswar-Kataka Police Commissionerate has issued a public notice announcing traffic diversions in the city for 25 days, starting from September 1 to September 25, 2026, to facilitate the laying of a sewerage pipeline from Jagamara Square to Barabari Chowk. The diversion plan, requested by the General Manager, Project Division-III, WATCO, aims to ensure smooth [] The post Traffic Diversion Announced in Bhubaneswar for WATCO Sewerage Pipeline Work appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Naveen Patnaik Expresses Discontent Over MMDR Amendment Bill to Odisha BJP MPs
Bhubaneswar, August 29: Odishas Leader of the Opposition and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President Naveen Patnaik has written to all BJP MPs from Odisha, expressing strong discontent regarding their support for the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. In his letter, Patnaik emphasized that the Parliament is the largest temple of Indian ... Read more Naveen Patnaik Expresses Discontent Over MMDR Amendment Bill to Odisha BJP MPs
To sustain Kapdaganda, Odisha plans local cloth supply, artisan training
Fresh Low-pressure Area Over Bay of Bengal To Intensify Rain In Odisha; Orange Alert For 6 Districts
Rainfall activity is set to intensify across Odisha as a fresh low-pressure area is likely to develop over the northwest Bay of Bengal on Saturday, August 29, under the influence of a cyclonic circulation. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Bhubaneswar, has issued an orange warning for six districts, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall. A [] The post Fresh Low-pressure Area Over Bay of Bengal To Intensify Rain In Odisha; Orange Alert For 6 Districts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha to Build 10 Solar Plants of 2 MW Each Under PM-KUSUM
Odisha has approved a major solar expansion aimed at cleaner electricity, stronger rural grids and more reliable power for farms. Ten new 2 MW solar photovoltaic plants will be built across key locations in the state, adding 20 MW of capacity at an estimated cost of 81 crore. The Energy Department decision, announced in Bhubaneswar [] The post Odisha to Build 10 Solar Plants of 2 MW Each Under PM-KUSUM | 81 Crore OASBY Project appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
3.6 tonnes of stale food destroyed in 3 days
Ganja Seized at Bhubaneswar Railway Station; Two Arrested, Parcel Scanner Installed
What looked like ordinary passenger luggage at Bhubaneswar railway station turned into one of the citys sharper inter-state drug busts of the week. On the night of August 27, Railway Protection Force staff stopped two men moving four trolley bags through the station premises. A search followed. Inside the bags was 55.56 kilograms of ganja, [] The post Ganja Seized at Bhubaneswar Railway Station; Two Arrested, Parcel Scanner Installed appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nepal floods trigger wave of trip cancellations in state
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Rs 5,163 crore Subhadra money transferred to over 1 crore women in Odisha
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Subhadra Scheme: A Symbol of Womens Empowerment, Says Odisha CM Mohan Chandra Majhi
Bhubaneswar, August 28: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi stated on Friday that the true essence of womens empowerment lies in making women self-reliant socially, politically, and economically, while granting them the right to make their own decisions. The Chief Minister made these remarks during a special event in Lathipada, Nayagarh district, where he distributed ... Read more Subhadra Scheme: A Symbol of Womens Empowerment, Says Odisha CM Mohan Chandra Majhi
Odia engineer survives Nepal flood, wife and 2-year-old daughter missing
Odisha Enforces Food Safety Regulations Amid Festival Season
Bhubaneswar, August 28: In Odisha, the Health and Family Welfare Department has intensified enforcement of food safety regulations to curb the sale of unsafe and adulterated food items during the festival season, coinciding with continuous rainfall. According to an official statement released by State Food Safety Commissioner Dr. Poma Tudu on Friday, raids have been ... Read more Odisha Enforces Food Safety Regulations Amid Festival Season
HC pulls up officials over Cuttacks battered roads
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At 4, she wrote a book on emotions. Now this Bhubaneswar girl holds 2 world records
At she wrote a book on emotions Now this Bhubaneswar girl holds world records
CTTC Bhubaneswar Trains over 8K Students in Summer Internship 2026
The Central Tool Room & Training Centre (CTTC), Bhubaneswar, under the Ministry of MSME, has successfully conducted its Summer Internship Training Programme 2026, providing handson industrygrade training to 8,083 engineering students from 22 States and Union Territories, along with 26 international students from Sudan and Yemen. Spanning May and June, the fourweek programme offered structured [] The post CTTC Bhubaneswar Trains over 8K Students in Summer Internship 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jual Oram alleges bid to unseat him from Union Cabinet, warns detractors
Bhubaneswar Mayor Warns Dog Owners After Patiala Attack, Urges Responsibility
Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das has issued a stern warning to pet dog owners, urging them to act responsibly and ensure their animals do not pose a threat or inconvenience to others. Her remarks came in the wake of the shocking Patiala incident where a couple was attacked by a pitbull. Das clarified that while residents [] The post Bhubaneswar Mayor Warns Dog Owners After Patiala Attack, Urges Responsibility appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cuttack roads, waterlogging: HC summons top officials for special sitting on Aug 29
Pulling up authorities over Cuttacks battered roads and chronic waterlogging, the Orissa High Court has convened a special sitting on Saturday and directed top state and civic officials to appear before it to explain the situation.
Naveen Patnaik Expresses Condolences Over Flood Deaths in Nepal, Voices Concern for Missing Indians
Bhubaneswar, August 28: Naveen Patnaik, the president of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and leader of the opposition, expressed deep sorrow on Thursday over the tragic loss of life caused by the devastating flash floods and landslides in Nepals Bhotekoshi River. Patnaik shared his condolences on his X handle, stating he was saddened to learn ... Read more Naveen Patnaik Expresses Condolences Over Flood Deaths in Nepal, Voices Concern for Missing Indians
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Heavy Rainfall Expected in Odisha Over the Next Week
Bhubaneswar, August 27: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar announced on Thursday that Odisha is likely to experience widespread rainfall over the next five to seven days due to an active monsoon system and a developing low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal. IMD Director Manorama Mohanty stated that an upper air cyclonic circulation ... Read more Heavy Rainfall Expected in Odisha Over the Next Week
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Odisha Govt Accepts Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
The Odisha Government has formally accepted the resignation of Jagmohan Meena, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Bhubaneswar, and forwarded it to the Union Home Ministry for further action. Meena, a 2013batch IPS officer, had submitted his resignation citing personal reasons. After due consideration, the state government confirmed acceptance of his request, marking the end of [] The post Odisha Govt Accepts Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenas Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha STA Launches Raksha Purnima Road Safety Campaign, Felicitates Drivers
On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Purnima, the State Transport Authority (STA), Odisha, organised a unique road safety awareness campaign, linking the spirit of Rakhi as a Promise of Safety with responsible driving practices. The programme, held at Esplanade Mall in Bhubaneswar, saw Transport Commissioner Amitabh Thakur felicitate lawabiding drivers with appreciation certificates and gifts. [] The post Odisha STA Launches Raksha Purnima Road Safety Campaign, Felicitates Drivers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Football Team Safe in Pokhara, Three Friends from Puri Return from Flood
Amid devastating flash floods in Nepal, Odias stranded in the neighbouring country have been traced safe, bringing relief to families back home. A 13member football team from Bhubaneswar, including players, a coach and accompanying members, had travelled to Pokhara for a match when floods struck Nepal. Their phones were unreachable for hours, raising concern among [] The post Odisha Football Team Safe in Pokhara, Three Friends from Puri Return from FloodHit Nepal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Bhubaneswar Police Trains 200 New Sub-Inspectors in Night Blocking Operations
The Commissionerate Police in Bhubaneswar has provided specialised night-blockingtraining to nearly 200 newly inducted sub-inspectors who have successfully completed their probation. The training equips officers with practical skills in night patrolling, vehicle checks, drunk-driving detection using breath analysers, and crime prevention measures. Officials emphasised that the initiative is crucial to curb nighttime offences, including illegal [] The post Bhubaneswar Police Trains 200 New Sub-Inspectors in Night Blocking Operations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BMC Raids Jagamara Sweet Stall in Bhubaneswar, Seizes Adulterated Food
The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Food Safety Team conducted a surprise raid on a sweet stall in Jagamara on Wednesday, uncovering adulterated and stale food items. During the inspection, officials examined chhena-based products and various sweets, discovering substandard and contaminated food. The items were destroyed on the spot, and a fine was imposed on the [] The post BMC Raids Jagamara Sweet Stall in Bhubaneswar, Seizes Adulterated Food appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
The Odisha government has declined to accept the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena had submitted his resignation in July citing personal reasons. Meena clarified that his decision was taken after discussions with family and friends, stressing that there was no external [] The post Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenas Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meene
The Odisha government has declined to accept the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena had submitted his resignation in July citing personal reasons. Meena clarified that his decision was taken after discussions with family and friends, stressing that there was no external [] The post Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenes Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
MMDR Amendment Act row: INDIA bloc announces Assembly gherao on Sept 29
Bhubaneswar, Aug 27 (IANS) Mounting their protest against the recently passed Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act-2026, (MMDR Act-2026), the INDIA bloc leaders in the state has announced a massive gherao of the Odisha Assembly on September 29. The decision was finalised during a joint meeting of the Opposition alliance held at Congress []
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