Digital Desk | Cuttack, Sep 19 (IANS) The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy is all set to kick off on Sunday at the iconic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Six teams, Keonjhar Miners, Bhubaneswar Tigers, Kataka Panthers, Puri Titans, Rourkela Superstars and Sambalpur Warriors will battle it out for the ultimate glory. The Keonjhar Miners franchise sees its entry into the Odisha T20 League as an opportunity to build more than just a cricket team, with a focus on creating a strong regional identity and providing a platform for young talent from Keonjhar and across Odisha. Speaking about the vision behind the franchise, owner Manish Khemmka said, For us, the Keonjhar Miners is about much more than cricket. Keonjhar has a very strong connection with OCL and with our broader journey in Odisha, and we felt that a sporting franchise was a natural way to deepen that relationship with the region. Cricket has a unique ability to bring people together, create aspirations and give young people a platform to express themselves. Our vision is to build the Keonjhar Miners into a team that the people of Keonjhar and Odisha can genuinely identify with and feel proud of, he further said. Over time, we would like the Miners to represent three things talent, opportunity and a strong regional identity. We are looking at this as a long-term association, not simply as participation in one tournament, he further added. The franchise also believes the Odisha T20 League can play an important role in widening the pathway for young cricketers from districts outside the traditional cricketing centres. I think it is extremely important. One of the biggest strengths of a state-level league is that it creates a structured platform where young cricketers can compete in a professional environment and demonstrate their ability. Odisha has considerable cricketing talent beyond the traditional centres, and leagues like this can help widen the pathway for players from different districts. The OCA has also articulated the objective of creating opportunities for Odishas players and providing a pathway for them to progress to the next level. For us, the opportunity is particularly meaningful because the Keonjhar identity gives us a natural platform to connect with young talent from the region. We want aspiring cricketers to believe that they dont necessarily have to come from one of the traditional cricketing centres to get noticed. If they have the talent, dedication and discipline, there should be a pathway for them, he said. Looking beyond the tournament, the franchise is also keen to develop grassroots programmes and strengthen its engagement with the local community. Our ambition is to build something that lasts beyond the ten days of the tournament. The first step is to establish the Keonjhar Miners as a strong sporting identity and build a genuine connection with our supporters. Over the longer term, we would like to explore grassroots cricket programmes, talent identification camps, coaching initiatives and engagement with schools and local communities in Keonjhar and across Odisha. The objective would be to identify promising young players early and give them access to better coaching, competition and exposure, Khemmka noted. At the same time, we want the fans to feel that this is their team. That means taking the Miners beyond the cricket ground, engaging with communities, involving young people and creating experiences around the team. Ultimately, if a young boy or girl in Keonjhar starts dreaming of playing professional cricket because they saw the Keonjhar Miners, and if the community starts seeing the team as a source of pride for the region, then we would feel that we have achieved something much bigger than winning matches. That is the legacy we would like to build, he concluded.
ISCUF 85th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar: Cuban Ambassador Juan Carlos Mars
The Indian Society for Cultural Co-operation and Friendship (ISCUF) marked its 85th Foundation Day on Friday with a packed programme at Geetagovinda Sadan in Bhubaneswar, mixing diplomacy, debate and theatre around a single theme: friendship across borders and peace at home. Cubas Ambassador to India, Juan Carlos Marsn, attended as chief guest. ISCUF president Bhanudeb [] The post ISCUF 85th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar: Cuban Ambassador Juan Carlos Marsn Joins Peace Forum appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CM pitches 870-acre Naraj hub as Odishas Silicon Valley
BDA opens Ekamra Residency flat applications, prices disappoint middle class
Audit flags 1,900 marriage claim irregularities under workers welfare scheme
Junput missile test facility to expand DRDOs trial capability
Odisha gave nod to industrial projects worth nearly Rs 10,00,000 crore since BJP govt assumed office
Revenue Board caps office audits at 20 days, bars auditors from home districts
Sr OAS officer detained for 'raping' junior colleague
Man held in Rs 6.8cr cyberfraud case
Barabati to host Odisha T20 league from Sunday
STF faces mobile network maze in orangutan trafficking probe
Utkal univ orders probe into paper leak allegation
Traffic Advisory for Bhubaneswar Ahead of Odisha Assembly
In view of security concerns and to ensure smooth traffic movement during the upcoming 7th Session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly, the Bhubaneswar-Kataka Police Commissionerate has issued a public notice detailing specific traffic diversions around the State Assembly and nearby areas. The session is scheduled to run from September 22, 2026, to October 3, [] The post Traffic Advisory for Bhubaneswar Ahead of Odisha Assemblys 7th Session appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
HC seeks speaker's reply on BJD pleas over MLAs cross-voting
Odisha govt, SBI sign MoU to strengthen digital payment infrastructure in ULBs
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 18 (IANS) Odisha Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India (SBI), through its payment aggregator service SBIePay, to strengthen digital payment infrastructure and facilitate seamless, secure and citizen-centric payment services across Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in the state through the SUJOG platform. According to an official statement, under the partnership, citizens will be able to make online payments for various municipal services, taxes, fees and utility charges through the SUJOG platform using a wide range of digital payment options. These include RuPay, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro and AMEX cards, internet banking, mobile banking/IMPS, UPI, UPI-RCC (RuPay Credit Card), UPI-CL (Credit Line) and digital wallets. The H&UD Department also asserted that the initiative is aimed at making public payments more convenient and accessible while reducing the need for citizens to visit municipal offices for routine transactions. The integration will also contribute to greater transparency, efficiency and ease of transactions in urban governance. It noted that a key feature of the payment framework is the seamless settlement of collections. Payments received through the gateway will be settled directly into the designated bank accounts of the respective ULBs on a T+1 business-day basis. Unique transaction identifiers will facilitate transparent accounting, reconciliation and tracking of collections across ULBs. The system will also provide mechanisms for exception handling, Management Information System (MIS)-based reconciliation, refunds and chargeback management. These processes will be supported by a turnaround time (TAT) of seven calendar days, further strengthening transparency and enhancing citizen confidence in digital payment services. Speaking on the occasion, H&UD department Additional Chief Secretary, Usha Padhee, thanked the SBI for extending its support and helping hand in strengthening the SUJOG platform. She said that the collaboration will help the Department further enhance the efficiency, convenience and accessibility of citizen services through digital means. Rakesh Yadav, Chief General Manager of SBI Odisha Circle, assured that the Bank would extend all possible support and cooperation to make the initiative successful and further strengthen the digital payment ecosystem under SUJOG. The department told that by integrating a comprehensive and secure payment gateway with municipal service delivery, it aims to make the payment of urban taxes, fees and utility charges faster, simpler, safer and more accessible for citizens across the state.
Odisha approves Rs 452 Cr integrated power electronics hub at IIT Bhubaneswar
Odisha has approved a 452-crore National Industry Co-Development Hub on Integrated Power Electronics at IIT Bhubaneswar, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said at SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi on Friday. The project will be developed under the Indian Design, Semiconductors, Packaging and Systems
NGT panel suggests scaling down of Kapilaprasad waste unit
BDA Opens Online Applications for 496 Ekamra Residency Apartments
The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has officially launched the online application process for prospective homebuyers seeking allotment in its flagship residential project, Ekamra Residency, located at Subudhipur. The application window is open through October 31, offering citizens an opportunity to secure modern housing within the capital city. Spread across approximately 7.34 acres, Ekamra Residency has [] The post BDA Opens Online Applications for 496 Ekamra Residency Apartments appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
3 siblings arrested for duping man of Rs 25 lakh
Shopkeepers' interest should be protected: Naveen
Odisha Braces for Week-Long Heavy Rain as New Low-Pressure System Approaches
According to the Meteorological Centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar, Odisha is set to experience widespread rainfall throughout the coming week. An upper-air cyclonic circulation over North Thailand is expected to move into the North Andaman Sea by Saturday morning, triggering the formation of a low-pressure area by the evening of September [] The post Odisha Braces for Week-Long Heavy Rain as New Low-Pressure System Approaches appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Over 2,400 dead workers authenticated Aadhaar, claimed ration in Odisha
Transport Dept Additional Secretary Detained After Assault Allegation in Bhubaneswar
In a dramatic latenight development, Arun Biswal, Additional Secretary of the Transport Department, was detained at Kharavel Nagar police station following allegations of misconduct and assault. According to police sources, Biswal allegedly entered a womans residence at midnight and created a disturbance. The complainant, identified as an office steno, accused him of rape and misbehaviour, [] The post Transport Dept Additional Secretary Detained After Assault Allegation in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha SPCB Celebrates 43rd Foundation Day; Focuses on Innovation and Sustainability
The State Pollution Control Board (SPCB), Odisha, marked its 43rd Foundation Day with a commemorative event held at the OUAT Conference Hall in Bhubaneswar. The celebration convened key policymakers, environmental scientists, and academic leaders to review annual achievements and outline future strategies for environmental protection. Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia, Minister for Forest, Environment & Climate Change, [] The post Odisha SPCB Celebrates 43rd Foundation Day; Focuses on Innovation and Sustainability appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan began in Odisha on Prime Minister Narendra Modis 76th birthday with a mega blood donation camp in Bhubaneswar, where 8,810 units of blood were collected, according to the organisers. The camp was organised by the Odisha BJP Yuva Morcha at the IDCO Exhibition Ground in Unit-III as part of the [] The post Odisha BJP Marks PM Modis 76th Birthday with Mass Blood Donation, Collects 8810 Units appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
12 get life term for killing father-son duo over witchcraft in Odisha
12 get life term for killing father-son duo over witchcraft in Odishas Gajapati Bhubaneswar: The Additional Sessions Judges Court in Paralakhemundi on Thursday awarded life imprisonment to 12 persons by holding them guilty of killing a father-son duo on the suspicion of witchcraft in Gajapati district of Odisha in 2021. The convicts were identified as [] The post 12 get life term for killing father-son duo over witchcraft in Odishas Gajapati appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Woman swept away in Ib river at Kanakund, search on
3 held, minor detained on gang rape charges
Ganesh pandal collapses in rain, none hurt
Race for the Top Cop: Who Will Be the Next Bhubaneswar DCP?
The President has officially approved the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) and 2013-batch Odisha cadre IPS officer, Jagmohan Meena. According to a notification from the Union Home Ministry (No. 24016/73/2026-IPS-II), the resignation is effective from the afternoon of September 11. With his formal exit, the focus has abruptly shifted to finding a [] The post Race for the Top Cop: Who Will Be the Next Bhubaneswar DCP? appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Wont pass on any UPI transaction charge to consumers: Fuel dealers
Mancheswar Police Bust Ganja Racket, 7 Arrested
Mancheswar Police seized over 52 kg of ganja, a Honda City car, and arrested seven individuals near Rasulgarh, Bhubaneswar under the NDPS Act. The post Mancheswar Police Bust Ganja Racket, 7 Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mahanadi tribunal defers hearing as state pursue settlement talks
Vasundhara scheme land for 35 orphans
Vishwakarma puja pandal in Paradip depicts Nepal disaster
12 get life term for killing father-son duo over witchcraft suspicion
State begins earmarking land for 11 new health institutions
Rly runs pilot Triplet Train from Paradip to Talcher
Odisha Lights 1 Crore Lamps on PM Modi
As dusk settled over Bhubaneswar, the 10th-century Mukteswara Temple did not glow with electric floodlights. It glowed with oil lamps. Thousands of women stood in rows across the stone courtyard, lighting wick after wick until more than 11,000 flames turned the ancient precinct gold. Conch shells, temple bells and Odia bhajans rolled off the carved [] The post Odisha Lights 1 Crore Lamps on PM Modis 76th Birthday appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Orphaned girls from Ganjam secure jobs after ITI training
10 yrs on, allottees yet to get Dhauli Heights flats, announce mass dharna
Submit Memoranda to Public Reps, Including Guv & CM
India's first vertically integrated SiC semiconductor unit nears production
RIR Power Electronics has installed key equipment at its Rs 618 crore Bhubaneswar facility, which is expected to begin operations within the next three months.
Puri food officials raid khaja shops, destroy 4 quintals near temple
Injured tusker halts traffic on Bharatpur-Chandaka road
TV serial asst director arrested for sexual harassment
CM to engage with global investors at Semicon India today
Centre accepts Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenas resignation
Odisha NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Reporting - Check Full Schedule at ojee.nic.in
Odisha NEET UG 2026 Round 2 reporting has started at OJEE Cell, Bhubaneswar. Check reporting dates (Sept 17-18), seat matrix (470 seats), required documents, bond penalty details, and step-by-step reporting process.
Centre Accepts Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
The resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena has been formally accepted by the Central Government. The move follows a recommendation earlier made by the Odisha state government to the Ministry of Home Affairs. Meenas resignation marks a significant development in the citys police administration, with the Centres acceptance paving the way [] The post Centre Accepts Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenas Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Over 13K Junior Teachers Stage Mass Protest in Bhubaneswar Demanding Job Regularisation
Lower PMG turned into a massive demonstration ground as nearly 13,000 primary and upper-primary junior teachers from across all 30 districts of Odisha converged on Mahatma Gandhi Marg for a sit-in. The agitation, organised under the banner of the Odisha Junior Teachers Association, erupted over administrative delays in executing official notifications regarding the regularisation of [] The post Over 13K Junior Teachers Stage Mass Protest in Bhubaneswar Demanding Job Regularisation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Injured Tusker Roams Bharatpur-Chandaka Road in Bhubaneswar, Traffic Hit
An injured tusker has been roaming near the Bharatpur-Chandaka road in Bhubaneswar, causing traffic disruptions at Andharua Square. The elephant, limping due to a wound on its left leg, has drawn concern from commuters and wildlife officials alike. Forest department teams are working tirelessly to steer the tusker back into the Chandaka forest zone to [] The post Injured Tusker Roams Bharatpur-Chandaka Road in Bhubaneswar, Traffic Hit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jaundice outbreak in tribal girls hostel, over 20 affected
Dedicate time to social service, Majhi tells youth on Modis birthday
RIR Power Electronics soars on SiC semiconductor facility progress in Odisha
RIR Power Electronics surged 10.55% to Rs 199.10 after the company announced the completion of installation of silicon carbide (SiC) epitaxial wafer manufacturing reactors at its semiconductor facility in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
IIT Bhubaneswar And IIT Dhanbad Join Hands For Semiconductor Research
5 rescued orangutans undergo health checks in Odisha zoo
Five rescued baby orangutans quarantined at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar underwent extensive health checks, including X-rays and blood sample collection, to assess their condition and facilitate DNA testing. The health check-up was prompted after one primate developed a fever. Officials are identifying a suitable laboratory for DNA analysis, which is crucial for determining their origin and aiding an ongoing international wildlife smuggling investigation.
Keonjhar to host National Short Film Festival
IIT Bhubaneswar, IIT-ISM Dhanbad join hands for semiconductor research
8, including 4 minors, drown during idol immersion in 3 dists
3 Sundargarh girls, Koraput man drown while bathing
Coordination among docs key to chronic disease care: Experts
Indonesia to be Baliyatra partner
UPI charge burden will fall on consumers: Traders
Bed shortage affects emergency care at SCB; forces patients to go to pvt hosps
Govt to form spl team after 3 BJP MPs raise poor progress in road works
Bhubaneswar brothers' fight over loud phone call ends in bomb attack, 1 dead
Major Research Collaboration Between IIT Bhubaneswar, IIT Dhanbad
IIT Bhubaneswar and IIT (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance research collaboration and academic interactions, particularly in semiconductor and basic sciences. The agreement facilitates joint research projects, doctoral student supervision, faculty and student exchanges, and shared experimental resources, aiming to advance knowledge and create lasting impact.
Experts collect samples to assess rescued orangutans' health
RIR installs SiC epitaxial wafer manufacturing reactors at its semiconductor facility in Bhubaneswar
RIR Power Electronics has completed the erection and installation of state-of-the-art Silicon Carbide (SiC) Epitaxial Wafer Manufacturing Reactors at its SiC semiconductor facility in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Steel producers urge policy change for compensatory afforestation
Brothers Attack Each Other With Bombs in Bhubaneswar Outskirts; One Dead, One Critical
A drunken quarrel over a loud mobile phone conversation ended in a fatal bomb attack between two brothers in Mahula village under Chandaka police station limits late on Tuesday night in Bhubaneswar. One brother died on the spot, and the other was left critically injured, police said on Wednesday. Chandaka police registered a case (No. [] The post Brothers Attack Each Other With Bombs in Bhubaneswar Outskirts; One Dead, One Critical appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ECoR GM Inspects Bhubaneswar Railway Station Redevelopment Progress
East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal inspected the ongoing redevelopment works at the Bhubaneswar Railway Station on Wednesday, conducting a detailed review of infrastructure development and passenger amenity projects. During the visit, the ECoR GM thoroughly examined the concourse area, platforms, and critical zones to evaluate construction progress. He held discussions with senior [] The post ECoR GM Inspects Bhubaneswar Railway Station Redevelopment Progress appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BJD ex-MLA booked for threatening murder case witness from jail
Fakir Mohan University brings startups on campus to boost innovation
Baripada fossil reveals deep secrets of prehistoric sea
Subhadra turns 2, govt announces fresh registration window
Kolkata philanthropist backs Kmal MBBS siblings
HC restores judges job after sons autism forced her to quit
Odisha maps 169 drowning hotspots, to train 3,420 home guards as lifeguards
NGT admits appeal against green nod to Jajpur stone quarry
Odisha to train 3,420 home guards as lifeguards at 169 drowning hotspots
Bhubaneswar Traffic Collapse: Hanspal-Vani Vihar Stretch Frozen, Ambulance Trapped in Extreme Heat
The traffic management system in Odishas capital city broke down once again today, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded in a massive gridlock that stretched from Hanspal to Vani Vihar. The prolonged delay caused severe hardship for daily travellers enduring scorching heat, while even emergency services were hit as an ambulance remained stuck in the standstill [] The post Bhubaneswar Traffic Collapse: Hanspal-Vani Vihar Stretch Frozen, Ambulance Trapped in Extreme Heat appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha clears 3,406 crore SiCSem semiconductor unit near Bhubaneswar
The integrated facility at Info Valley-II will manufacture SiC diodes and MOSFETs, with projected five-year exports of 7,043 crore and employment for around 1,270 people
ORERA freezes bank accounts of 28 promoters for QPR default
Orangutans rekindle memories of Binny in Nandankanan
ICAR-CIFA to build genome-editing aquaculture facility
Kitchen pinch deepens as Odisha inflation hits 5.52%
