12-hour bandh by INDIA bloc disrupts normal life across Odisha
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (IANS) Normal life across Odisha was affected on Thursday due to the 12-hour statewide shutdown called by several opposition parties of the Congress-led INDIA bloc over four demands, including the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. The 12-hour shutdown disrupted transportation services across the state as members of the communist parties, Congress and other political parties blocked National and State Highways by burning tyres on the roads at various places. Workers and leaders of the INDIA bloc staged picketing at important places in cities across the state. Youth Congress members also held bike rallies during the bandh. Passenger buses, auto-rickshaws and trucks were largely off the roads due to the bandh. Train services were also affected at several places for a few hours, while scuffles between security personnel and the INDIA bloc workers and leaders were reported from some locations as the latter tried to halt train services at railway stations. Hundreds of vehicles remained stranded on highways, causing massive inconvenience to commuters. Private institutions, business establishments and other establishments in major cities across Odisha also remained closed due to the bandh. Speaking to media persons, Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Bhakta Charan Das on Thursday said the 12-hour Odisha bandh called by the INDIA bloc was being observed peacefully across the state, with people extending support to the shutdown. Das said the bandh was being observed over four key demands, which include the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, repeal of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026, resignation of Odisha School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over alleged errors in textbooks, and immediate relief and compensation for people affected by the recent floods in the state. The impact of the bandh is more visible in rural areas than in cities. Schools, colleges, institutions, markets and transportation services have been affected across the state, Das said. He said some relaxation had been given in Bhubaneswar to avoid inconvenience to tourists and people travelling from outside the state. Emergency services were also being allowed to operate. We are observing the bandh peacefully and following the path of Mahatma Gandhi. There will be no violence, he said, adding that he had repeatedly appealed to party workers and supporters to maintain peace. Das warned that if the government failed to address the four demands, the agitation would be intensified and could expand significantly over the next two months.
Passengers Stranded, Patients Stuck as Odisha Bandh Freezes Twin Cities
Normal life across the twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Kataka came to a grinding halt on Thursday as a 12-hour statewide bandh called by the India Bloc took effect from 6 AM to 6 PM. Protestors took to the streets with picketing, tire-burning, and massive vehicle blockades, severely disrupting transportation, commerce, and daily commuting. Impact [] The post Passengers Stranded, Patients Stuck as Odisha Bandh Freezes Twin Cities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Legal deadlock leaves Arunachal Pradesh out of Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Ranji participation in doubt
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) In a major setback for grassroots cricket in the Northeast, young men cricketers from Arunachal Pradesh will miss out on the ongoing Vinoo Mankad Trophy, as the state association has failed to field a team due to an ongoing legal battle bringing cricket in the state to a complete standstill. Arunachal Pradesh was scheduled to open its campaign against Sikkim in the Plate Group of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy at the KIIT Cricket Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Thursday. But an internal power struggle and subsequent court stay order mean the team will forfeit the fixture, with the opposition likely to be awarded full points as per the BCCIs playing conditions. The impasse stems from a factional feud within the Arunachal Cricket Association (ACA), where six district bodies - Lower Siang, Upper Subansiri, Kamle, Tawang, West Siang, and Papum Pare - alleged widespread violations of rules during the state executive elections and demanded fresh polls. The legal challenge against president Nabam Vivek and other office-bearers subsequently led to an interim stay on the functioning of the body by the Itanagar Bench of the Gauhati High Court. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed to IANS about the legal deadlock in the ACA, which has also affected its participation in the U19 Womens T20 Trophy. There are two factions in the Arunachal Cricket Association, and they are having a litigation issue in the Guwahati High Court-Itanagar Bench. There was some stay order from the High Court about a couple of months ago on the boards functioning. So, due to the issue present in front of that bench, there is no functionary in the Arunachal Cricket Association. The matter was finally heard in the first week of September, but the judgment is yet to be delivered by the bench. So no board is in place there for quite some time and therefore, there was no preparation to constitute a team for this Vinoo Mankad Trophy, he said to IANS on Thursday. The administrative crisis now poses a serious threat to Arunachal Pradesh's participation in the upcoming Ranji Trophy, scheduled to begin on October 11. Placed in the Plate Group, Arunachal is scheduled to open its campaign against Nagaland at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, but their participation is shrouded in mystery. As a result, they could not field the team in the junior mens levels. I don't know what will happen over them playing in the Ranji Trophy, starting on October 11. Everybody is waiting for the outcome of the court's verdict. As the matter is sub-judice, the BCCI cannot also step in. Nobody is governing there because of this matter there in the court, added Saikia. A source tracking the developments told IANS that the complete absence of a recognised, functional state body has put Arunachal Pradesh in danger of missing out on the entire ongoing domestic season. It sounds bizarre, but two or three different factions are all claiming to be the legitimate Arunachal Cricket Association while fighting each other in the court. With no official body recognised to run operations, no official team can be fielded for BCCI-affiliated competitions. For the BCCI to connect with state representatives is virtually impossible because nobody has the authority to speak for Arunachal cricket right now it's a completely defunct organisation. Theres been a continuous tussle over who actually controls the association. Its strikingly similar to the administrative impasse the Bihar Cricket Association faced for years, which kept them out of national competitions for long before a functional body came in, added the source. The administrative tussle has triggered deep concern over the future of its mens and womens players across age groups. It is heartbreaking that our states young cricketers have been locked out of the U-19 men's and women's national tournaments. The players spend the entire year grinding on the field just to get a shot at representing Arunachal on the national stage, and this absence has hit them hard, said a local source to IANS. Arunachal Pradesh was granted full BCCI membership in 2018 alongside other Northeastern states following recommendations by the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA). Lashing out at the ongoing administrative tussle, the source added, This is what happens when self-interest and the scramble for positions take precedence over the careers of young cricketers. The players are paying the ultimate price - their growth is stalled and their ambitions are being thrown away. But the truth will come out eventually. Those at the centre of this need to wake up to the damage being done and put the future of Arunachal's young talent ahead of their own interests. If we don't think about the future of these kids now, the state's cricketing future will be completely lost, stated the source.
Odisha Bandh Chaos: Airport Passengers Stranded as Cab Drivers Demand Triple Fares
The 12-hour statewide bandh called by the India Bloc has severely crippled transportation networks across Odisha, leaving air passengers stranded and vulnerable to exploitation. Commuters arriving at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar from major cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata faced a harrowing time on Thursday as online cab services and private drivers capitalised [] The post Odisha Bandh Chaos: Airport Passengers Stranded as Cab Drivers Demand Triple Fares appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Forceful Closures Will Meet Criminal Action, Warns Bhubaneswar DCP
As the India Blocs 12-hour statewide bandh takes effect, the Commissionerate Police have stepped up security measures across the capital city, issuing a stern warning to agitators against any acts of coercion or disruption of public life. Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Saravana Vivek M explicitly stated that while peaceful and lawful demonstrations are [] The post Forceful Closures Will Meet Criminal Action, Warns Bhubaneswar DCP appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
In a determined bid to secure long-pending civic amenities for her constituents, BJP corporator Bandita Pal of Ward 37 began an indefinite hunger strike on Wednesday. Seated on a disputed government plot with local residents, she has vowed to continue the protest until authorities clear the way for a ward office, senior citizens home and [] The post Bhubaneswar BJP Corporator Launches Indefinite Hunger Strike Over Ward Office and Community Facilities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Bhubaneswar: BJD Backs Off Congress Bandh Call After Brief Support
The reversal came barely 30 minutes after senior BJD leader Pramila Mallik announced that the party would support the bandh against the alleged deletion of voters names from electoral rolls during the SIR.
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Relief for Puja Committees! Odisha CM Waives Ground Rent Across BMC Area for Festive Season
In a major festive booster for organisers in the Capital city, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday announced a complete waiver of ground rent for Puja committees conducting public celebrations within the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) jurisdiction. The decision covers all major festive events during the autumn period, including Durga Puja, Lakshmi Puja, [] The post Relief for Puja Committees! Odisha CM Waives Ground Rent Across BMC Area for Festive Season appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Odisha bandh tomorrow: Will school, colleges remain closed? Check what's open, what's shut
The Odisha Congress has called for a statewide bandh on Thursday with raising a series of demands including resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, withdrawal of the MMDR Bill, and the resignation of the state School and Mass Education Minister over alleged errors in textbooks. Along with Congress, many non-BJP parties such as CPI, CPI(M), CPI(ML), NCP, Forward Bloc, Samajwadi Party, RJD and JMM, are likely to extend support to the bandh. In this regard, Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president Bhakta Charan Das had announced the bandh in Bhubaneswar on September 29.
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Fraudster Arrested for Cheating Bhubaneswar Couple of Rs 28 Lakh
The Bharatpur police have arrested a fraudster from Dhenkanal for allegedly duping a couple of over Rs 28 lakh by falsely promising to halt a bank auction of their house. The victim, Sushmita Patnaik of Pokhariput, faced an impending bank auction of her property mortgaged with Bank of Baroda. The accused, identified as Pratyush Suryasnata [] The post Fraudster Arrested for Cheating Bhubaneswar Couple of Rs 28 Lakh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CEO starts 3-day campaign to include omitted voters in the rolls
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Will not support INDIA Bloc's Odisha bandh: BJD
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 7 (IANS) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Wednesday said it will not support the Odisha bandh called by the Congress-led INDIA bloc for October 8, clarifying its stand on the statewide shutdown. Political parties under the INDIA bloc had earlier announced an Odisha Bandh on Thursday over demands including the repeal of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over textbook errors, and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral process. Speaking to media persons, Opposition Chief Whip in the Assembly and senior BJD leader Pramila Mallik said that when Naveen Patnaik noticed Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar had committed irregularities in the SIR process and EVMs, he said action should be taken against Gyanesh Kumar for misleading the voters and youth of India and mismanaging the voter list. Mallik further clarified that neither the regional party nor its MPs, who joined the march organised by political parties under the INDIA bloc in New Delhi on Tuesday over alleged deletions from the voter rolls and the 'Special Intensive Revision' (SIR) process, had joined any political group, and that the party still adhered to its equidistance policy. She said that, as the rally was organised against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral process, the BJD MPs joined the march. The senior BJD leader said the party would fight against any decision that goes against the interests of Odisha and its people. On the confusion over the party's stand on the shutdown call by the INDIA bloc, Mallik clarified that the party is not part of any particular bloc and will not support any programme by any group. She also clarified that the INDIA bloc had not held any discussions with the BJD. It is worth noting that earlier in the day, while interacting with reporters, Mallik had expressed the BJD's support for the Odisha Bandh call given by the INDIA bloc for October 8. However, within a few hours, she retracted her earlier statement and clarified the party's stand before the media.
IndiGo to Launch Daily Direct Pune-Bhubaneswar Flights from Oct 25
IndiGo airline has announced the launch of non-stop connectivity between Pune and Bhubaneswar, effective 25 October 2026. IndiGo will offer daily flights on this route using its Airbus A320 aircraft. Customers can plan and book their travel through IndiGos official website www.goIndiGo.in, mobile application, or authorised travel partners. IndiGos new service connecting Pune and Bhubaneswar [] The post IndiGo to Launch Daily Direct Pune-Bhubaneswar Flights from Oct 25 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CCTV mandatory at every puja mandap as Bhubaneswar Police roll out multi-tier festive security
In a proactive move to ensure peaceful and seamless celebrations during the upcoming Durga Puja festival, the Bhubaneswar Police Administration has significantly tightened security measures across the capital city. Addressing a press conference, Bhubaneswar DCP Prateek Singh (Sarabana Vivek M) outlined the multi-tiered security blueprint finalised for the festive period. To streamline crowd management and [] The post CCTV mandatory at every puja mandap as Bhubaneswar Police roll out multi-tier festive security appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Bhubaneswar Under Tight Security: 18 Platoons to Be Deployed for Odisha Bandh
In view of the statewide Odisha Bandh scheduled for tomorrow, the Bhubaneswar Urban Police District (UPD) has drawn up a robust security strategy to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain public order across the capital. Addressing a press conference today, Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Saravana Vivek M announced that as many as 18 [] The post Bhubaneswar Under Tight Security: 18 Platoons to Be Deployed for Odisha Bandh appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rayagada bids tearful farewell to Assam Rifles jawan V Teja on his birthday
IndiGo to launch daily non-stop flights from Pune to Bhubaneswar starting October 25
IndiGo has announced the initiation of daily non-stop flights connecting Pune and Bhubaneswar from October 25, 2026. The new service aims to support various travel needs for professionals, students, and businesses in both cities. Flights will use Airbus A320 aircraft and feature convenient departure and arrival times. This route adds to the 15 destinations already served by IndiGo from Bhubaneswar.
BMC Launches Miyawaki Plantation Drive at Barmunda Bus Stand
The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) inaugurated a special Miyawaki Plantation Programme at the Barmunda New Bus Stand area in Ward No. 49. Organized under the national campaign Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 with the moving theme Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, the initiative encourages citizens and civic bodies alike to plant trees as a tribute to [] The post BMC Launches Miyawaki Plantation Drive at Barmunda Bus Stand appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
5K Buildings Face Seal Notices:
Tension ran high outside the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters today as hundreds of property owners, under the banner of Ame Bhubaneswaria, staged a massive gherao and satyagraha. The protest erupted following the issuance of sealing notices to approximately 5,000 residential buildings for allegedly carrying out unauthorised commercial activities. Protesters expressed outrage over the sudden [] The post 5K Buildings Face Seal Notices: Ame Bhubaneswaria Gheraos BMC Office appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Odisha CEO starts 3-day campaign to restore omitted voters to rolls
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Odisha: CEO launches 3-day drive to enrol left-out eligible voters
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 6 (IANS) The office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Odisha, on Tuesday announced the launch of a three-day special campaign to facilitate the inclusion of eligible voters left out of the electoral roll during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 due to various reasons, as well as newly eligible young voters. The statewide campaign will be held on October 7, 8 and 9 to make the electoral roll more accurate, transparent and updated, the CEO's office said. It also stated that eligible young men and women who have attained the age of 18 years as on October 1, 2026, can apply for inclusion of their names in the electoral roll through Form 6 with their respective Booth Level Officers (BLOs). Similarly, eligible voters whose names could not be included in the final electoral roll during the SIR-2026 process for any reason can also apply for inclusion during the special campaign. As part of the exercise, lists of deceased, shifted, absent and duplicate voters identified during the SIR process will be made available on the websites of the concerned districts and the CEO, Odisha. The lists will also be provided to representatives of all recognised political parties for verification. The CEO's office pointed out that eligible voters whose names have been erroneously included in the lists of deceased, shifted, absent and duplicate voters will have an opportunity to file claims and objections. Political parties will also be able to verify the lists and submit necessary claims and objections. The exercise is aimed at ensuring that eligible persons are included in the electoral roll while identifying and correcting ineligible or inconsistent entries. The CEO's office has also provided necessary training to BLOs at the district level on the inclusion of eligible voters left out of the roll and newly eligible young voters. The BLOs have been directed to provide assistance and guidance to eligible voters in their respective areas regarding registration and submission of applications. The CEO's office has urged eligible voters whose names were left out during SIR-2026, newly eligible young voters, and all other eligible persons to take advantage of the three-day special campaign beginning on October 7 and apply through Form 6. The campaign aims to further strengthen the preparation of a transparent, accurate, inclusive and updated electoral roll in Odisha, the CEO's office said.
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A POCSO court in Bhubaneswar has sentenced Dillip Bhoi to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping an eight-year-old girl near her school last year. The court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation for the victim.
ICAR-CIWA Empowers Puri Women SHGs with Pedal-Operated Coconut Dehuskers
In a major push toward gender-inclusive agricultural mechanization, the Bhubaneswar-based ICARCentral Institute for Women in Agriculture (ICAR-CIWA) deployed indigenously designed Pedal-Operated Women-Friendly Coconut Dehuskers to 50 women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across Puri district. The technological rollout covers 19 villages across 11 Gram Panchayats in Satyabadi, Brahmagiri, Kanas, and Delanga blocks, directly benefiting over 500 women [] The post ICAR-CIWA Empowers Puri Women SHGs with Pedal-Operated Coconut Dehuskers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Twin cities race in final lap of Durga Puja countdown
In a major step toward preparing for the upcoming 2027 Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections, the State Election Commission (SEC) of Odisha held an crucial consultation meeting with representatives of various political parties today at its office conference hall in Bhubaneswar. Chaired by State Election Commissioner Madhusudan Padhi, the meeting focused on preparing an [] The post Odisha SEC Calls All-Party Meet Ahead of 2027 Panchayat and Urban Elections; Door-to-Door Survey Starts Oct 26 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMPCC Odisha Meets at CSIR-IMMT Bhubaneswar to Strengthen Strategic Communication
The Inter-Media Publicity Coordination Committee (IMPCC), Odisha, held its meeting today at the CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar. The session focused on enhancing strategic communication, inter-departmental coordination, and the effective dissemination of Central Government policies and welfare schemes across the region. Presiding over the meeting, Akhil Kumar Mishra, Additional Director General, PIB [] The post IMPCC Odisha Meets at CSIR-IMMT Bhubaneswar to Strengthen Strategic Communication appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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In a significant step towards strengthening the financial capacity of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and their community-based organisations, the Department of Mission Shakti today extended financial assistance to SHGs across the State. At a programme organised at Mission Shakti Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida released 99.26 crore towards interest subvention to 1,79,809 Self-Help Groups. [] The post Women to Drive Odishas Growth Story: Deputy CM Pravati Parida appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Vigil stepped up in Chilika before arrival of migratory birds
Key Evidence Seized In Bhubaneswar Rape Probe
Police in Bhubaneswar have seized a toy gun, six mobile phones, and other items from the mother of a man accused of raping a woman. The accused, Santosh alias Sreedhar Panda, allegedly used a toy gun to threaten the victim. He was arrested after being injured in police firing. The seized items were found after the accused had left them with his mother at a relative's house, and further investigation is ongoing.
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Bhubaneswar POCSO Court Sentences Minor Rape Convict to 25 Years Rigorous Imprisonment
A Fast Track Special Court (POCSO) in Bhubaneswar has sentenced 24-year-old Dillip Bhoi to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment in a high-profile minor assault and rape case dating back to July 2025. Saroj Kumar Sahoo, Presiding Officer of the Ad hoc Additional Sessions Judge and Fast Track Special Court (POCSO), delivered the verdict after meticulously [] The post Bhubaneswar POCSO Court Sentences Minor Rape Convict to 25 Years Rigorous Imprisonment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
DGP asks cops to ensure violence-free campus polls, step up Puja security
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8-Year Wait is Over: Bhubaneswar Campuses Erupt in Joy Over Student Polls
After a prolonged hiatus of eight years, the corridors of higher education institutions across Odisha are once again echoing with political slogans, dance beats, and festive excitement. Following the state governments official announcement of student union elections, prominent campuses in Bhubaneswarincluding Rama Devi Womens University and BJB Autonomous Collegehave transformed into vibrant hubs of political [] The post 8-Year Wait is Over: Bhubaneswar Campuses Erupt in Joy Over Student Polls appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Student union polls to take place across campuses after 8 yrs
Odisha Powers Up Youth Employability with High-Tech Strategic MoUs at World Skill Centre
In a monumental stride toward building a future-ready workforce, Odisha has reinforced its leadership in technical education and vocational training. The State government exchanged high-impact Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with a stellar lineup of global enterprises, industry bodies, and premier educational institutions at a special ceremony hosted at the World Skill Centre in Bhubaneswar today. [] The post Odisha Powers Up Youth Employability with High-Tech Strategic MoUs at World Skill Centre appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
In an effort to take Odishas spiritual ethos to the international stage, scholars, researchers, and cultural experts gathered in Bhubaneswar for a comprehensive day-long workshop dedicated to the multifaceted dimensions of Shree Jagannath Consciousness. Organised under the aegis of the Odia Virtual Academy, the event served as a collaborative platform to deliberate on the history, [] The post Preserving Odishas Soul: Scholars Call for Global Research on Jagannath Consciousness appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Brazen Crime Spike in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Durga Puja; Police Tighten Noose
Amid growing concerns over brazen and careless criminal activity in the capital, the Commissionerate Police has delivered a swift and decisive response, arresting multiple accused individuals across several high-profile cases. In just the past few days, successful operations by police stations in Nayapalli, Dhauli, and Sahid Nagar have demonstrated a marked improvement in maintaining law [] The post Brazen Crime Spike in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Durga Puja; Police Tighten Noose appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India's festive hiring rises 7 pc as whitecollar market cools
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) India's festive hiring grew 7 per cent yearonyear to 1,27,080 jobs in 2026 even as overall whitecollar hiring moderated 11 per cent yearonyear in September, a report said on Tuesday. The report from foundit said the divergence reflected a concentrated buildup in Indias consumption and fulfilment economy. Quick Commerce led festive demand with an 18 per cent yearonyear rise, followed by Ecommerce at 12 per cent and Logistics & Transportation at 10 per cent. Meanwhile, this demand is spreading beyond the metros, with Tier 2 and emerging cities growing significantly faster, while early-career professionals remain at the centre of festive hiring. Festive hiring has continued to expand over the last three years, rising from 98,120 jobs in 2024 to 1,18,750 in 2025 and 1,27,080 in 2026. Travel & hospitality, media & entertainment and retail recorded over 6 per cent, 5 per cent and 4 per cent gains respectively. The report added that whitecollar gigs and freelance hiring grew 15 per cent yearonyear, indicating greater use of flexible talent as businesses respond to seasonal spikes in demand. Strong demand for early-career talent also shows that businesses are prioritising agile, digitally ready workforces that can scale with demand. As consumption becomes more distributed, we expect employment opportunities to increasingly follow the same trajectory, said Tarun Sinha, CEO, foundit. Metros accounting for 56 per cent of festive whitecollar roles posted only 3 per cent YoY growth. Tier2 cities accounted for 27 per cent of festive jobs and grew 11 per cent, while Tier3 and emerging cities, at 17 per cent of the total, recorded the fastest growth at 15 per cent. Jaipur, Lucknow, Indore, Surat, Nagpur, Bhubaneswar, Coimbatore, Chandigarh and Kochi are among the cities seeing increased demand during the 2026 festive period.
Tension ran high in the capital city today as members of the Youth Congress staged a massive protest, gheraoing the Chief Electoral Officers (CEO) office to demand the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Carrying banners, placards, and shouting anti-CEC slogans, hundreds of party workers assembled outside the CEOs office. The demonstrators [] The post Youth Congress Gheraos CEOs Office in Bhubaneswar, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Student union polls back in Odisha, education priority unchanged: Suryabanshi Suraj
BJD to join INDIA bloc march over SIR issue, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 6 (IANS) The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has announced that it will participate in the opposition parties protest march in New Delhi on Tuesday against the alleged arbitrary actions of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in connection with the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the deletion of the names of more than 13 crore voters across the country. As directed by BJD Supremo and Leader of Opposition(LoP), Naveen Patnaik, the partys Members of Parliament will participate in the protest march, informed the BJD Parliamentary Party Leader in the Rajya Sabha, Manas Mangaraj, on Tuesday. He further stated that the BJD Supremo had already demanded the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over his controversial role in the SIR exercise. The senior BJD leader said that the alleged exclusion of more than 20 lakh voters in Odisha and over 13 crore voters across the country in the name of SIR has raised serious concerns. The incident in Dhamnagar has further strengthened these apprehensions. The deletion of 227 votes belonging to members of a minority community from a particular area, allegedly without the knowledge of the concerned BLOs, raises serious questions about the integrity of the SIR exercise, alleged Mangaraj. He added that thousands of voters have reportedly been excluded from the electoral rolls in the Dhamnagar Assembly constituency alone. At the same time, the voluntary retirement application submitted by the State Chief Electoral Officer has raised further questions and concerns. The Rajya Sabha member notes that the Supreme Courts observations regarding the modification of Form 6 have also raised serious questions about the Election Commissions earlier directions concerning the SIR exercise. The Court clarified that no such direction had been issued by it, contrary to what had earlier been indicated by the Election Commission. This, Mangaraj said, raises serious questions regarding the role of CEC Gyanesh Kumar in the alleged manipulation of electoral rolls. The BJD has maintained equal distance from both the INDIA bloc and the NDA. However, as a responsible political party committed to protecting democratic institutions and the integrity of the electoral process, the BJD will participate in todays programme, Mangaraj said.
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Dual Troughs to Trigger Week-Long Rain and Thunderstorms Across Odisha; Yellow Warning Till Oct 9
As the southwest monsoon gradually retreats across Northern and Central India, dual atmospheric trough systems hovering over the region are set to bring a fresh spell of unstable weather to Odisha. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has issued a yellow warning for several districts, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 [] The post Dual Troughs to Trigger Week-Long Rain and Thunderstorms Across Odisha; Yellow Warning Till Oct 9 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Activist moves NHRC over cops firing at rape accused
BJD seeks CECs resignation after SC clarification on Form-6 row
7th Odisha Travel Bazaar Concludes: 9000 B2B Meetings, MICE Portal Launched
The three-day flagship event, the 7th Odisha Travel Bazaar (OTB) 2026, concluded successfully today at MAYFAIR Sanctuary in Bhubaneswar, marking a major milestone in strengthening the states global and domestic tourism footprint. Organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Odisha, in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the [] The post 7th Odisha Travel Bazaar Concludes: 9000 B2B Meetings, MICE Portal Launched appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CM inaugurates revamped Kalinga Studio after Rs 164cr makeover
IISER develops sensor for faster detection of diabetic kidney disease
Fire breaks out in bank, no injury
Polygraph test on woman likely in cop lynching case
Kalinga Studio 2.0 Unveiled: State-of-the-Art Hub to Stop Production Migration Outside Odisha
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the re-developed, world-class Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar, offering end-to-end film production facilities and an archival museum for regional creators. The post Kalinga Studio 2.0 Unveiled: State-of-the-Art Hub to Stop Production Migration Outside Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Face-off among students in varsity
BMC to monetise 12 natural ponds through pisciculture
