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India Women showcased their spin mastery once again, dismantling Pakistan in a one-sided Womens Asia Cup clash in Dubai. Chasing a modest target of 56, India cruised to victory by seven wickets in just 8.4 overs, underlining their dominance in the regional rivalry. Pakistan, who began steadily at 27/0, suffered a dramatic collapse, losing all [] The post India Women thrash Pakistan by 7 wickets in Asia Cup appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a major relief to the states education system, the Odisha School College Teachers and Employees Coordination Committee has officially suspended its 21-day ongoing strike at Lower PMG. The decision was announced on Saturday following a successful and positive dialogue with the State Government. Union Convenor Ranjan Kumar Das confirmed the suspension, stating that the [] The post Odisha Teachers Suspend 21-Day Strike After Govt Assurances appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

Preparations for Katakas iconic maritime festival, Bali Yatra 2026, are officially underway following a high-level review meeting chaired by Odishas Chief Secretary Anu Garg, IAS, at the Lok Seva Bhawan on Saturday. The administration aims to elevate the festival into a safer, better-organized, and internationally recognized event while maintaining a strict focus on sustainability. During [] The post Bali Yatra 2026 Set to Go Global with Indonesian Partnership and Green Focus appeared first on P

Seven education officials from Odisha have been conferred with the prestigious National Awards for Innovations and Good Practices in Educational Administration by the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), New Delhi, in recognition of their innovative initiatives and significant contributions to strengthening educational administration and improving the quality of school education. The awards [] The post Seven Odisha Education Officials Receive National Awards fro

Indias spin attack produced a stunning display in Dubai on Saturday night, bowling Pakistan Women out for just 55 in 18.1 overs in their Womens Asia Cup 2026 Group A clash. The visitors now need only 56 runs to complete a comprehensive victory and tighten their grip on a semi-final spot. Pakistan won the toss [] The post India Spinners Dismantle Pakistan for 55 in Womens Asia Cup Thriller appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Frontline personnel of the 108 Emergency Ambulance Service in Odisha who demonstrated exceptional dedication, professional competence and humanitarian spirit going beyond the call of duty during critical emergencies were felicitated at a Reward & Recognition Ceremony held at the State Office of the 108 Ambulance Service in Bhubaneswar, in the presence of Dharmender [] The post Odisha Felicitates 108 Ambulance Frontliners for Exemplary Service appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The Odisha Vigilance today intercepted an Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of the Kendrapada Drainage Division on Saturday, recovering Rs 3.15 lakh in suspected ill-gotten cash. Acting on a reliable tip-off regarding the collection of bribes from local contractors for the clearance of pending bills, vigilance sleuths launched an operation against Anupama Sahoo. The team intercepted [] The post Vigilance Intercepts Kendrapada AEE with Rs 3.15 Lakh Unaccounted Cash appeared first on Pragativadi

District-Level Tourism Ranking & New Homestay Scheme Top Odishas Development Agenda The Department of Tourism hosted a virtual orientation program today for the Local Tourism Promotion Council (LTPC) to align grassroots administrative efforts with the Odisha Tourism Vision-2036/47. Chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, the meeting focused on leveraging tourism as a primary catalyst for [] The post Odisha Tourism Vision 2036/47: Govt Pushes Local Economy, District Rankings appeared first on Pragat

After months of waiting, Odishas police job aspirants have received their first clear signal from the newly created recruitment body. The Odisha Uniformed Services Staff Selection Commission (OUSSSC) on Saturday said it has begun the process to recruit Constable-level posts under Odisha Police and other departments, and that a detailed advertisement will be issued shortly. [] The post OUSSSC Starts Constable Recruitment, Vows Fair and Fast CPSE-2024 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan chaired a highlevel review meeting today at Lok Seva Bhawan to assess the progress of several major road infrastructure projects across Odisha. The meeting discussed construction of elevated corridors at RaghunathpurTrisulia and Studio ChhakNuagaon, along with the Kalpana Chhak flyover. Officials also reviewed new alignments for the Bhubaneswar [] The post Odisha Road Projects: Minister Harichandan Reviews Elevated Corridors, Ring Roads, Flyo

On a night steeped in devotion, Odishas political leadership set aside official files and gathered in prayer. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, accompanied by his consort, attended the Janmashtami celebrations held at the official residence of Housing and Urban Development and Public Enterprises Minister Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra. The sacred occasion marking the birth of [] The post CM Majhi Attends Janmashtami Celebrations at HUD Ministers Residence appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Od

As 336 newly trained Sub-Inspectors marched into Odisha Police on Friday, opposition leader Naveen Patnaik offered congratulations and then drew a sharp contrast. While one batch completed two years of training and received appointments, he said, thousands of other aspirants remain trapped in uncertainty after a question-paper leak forced the cancellation of a major [] The post LoP Naveen Questions Odisha Govt Over Cancelled SI Exam After Paper Leak appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

The auspicious timing (lagna dharya) for western Odishas grand agrarian festival Nuakhai has been officially fixed for September 15, Tuesday. According to tradition, the sacred ritual of offering the new harvest (nabanna) to presiding deity Maa Samaleswari will take place between 9:40 am and 9:54 am. Following the temple rituals, households across western Odisha will [] The post Nuakhai 2026: Auspicious Lagna Fixed for September 15 in Sambalpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Police have achieved a major breakthrough in the armed robbery case at the residence of retired teacher Lachman Thakur in Gauntiaguda village under Jharigaon police limits. On July10, a gang of 56 armed robbers stormed Thakurs house late at night, breaking open an almirah and looting Rs 3 lakh in cash along with gold ornaments. [] The post Nabarangpur Armed Robbery: Two Arrested, Rs 1.55 Lakh Seized appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Rising tensions between Iran and the United States flared again on Saturday after reports of missile strikes near Kharg Island, Irans main oil hub in the Gulf. Iranian media said an oil tanker was hit, though details about the vessel and circumstances remain unclear. According to Irans Student News Network, multiple blasts were reported around [] The post Iranian oil tanker struck off Kharg Island as USIran hostilities escalate appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Brea

Teaching in remote areas comes with its share of hurdles, but for two primary school teachers in Odishas Nabarangpur district, the journey to their classrooms is a daily test of survival and unwavering dedication. Every morning, Rotia Harijan and Ajit Kumar Khurana brave the treacherous waters of the Indravati reservoir in a country boatwhich they [] The post Against All Odds: Two Odisha Teachers Row Across Indravati Reservoir Daily to Keep Classrooms Alive appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal has risen to 1,344, according to Nepal Police, as rescue teams continue to recover bodies from devastated towns and villages. Police data shows 843 bodies have been retrieved so far, including 758 adults and 85 children, while an additional 501 amputated bodies were recovered from [] The post Nepal Flash Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 1,344, Thousands Missing appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has commenced its crucial two-day State Executive meeting at the local Indoor Stadium in Kataka. The primary focus of the conclave is to evaluate the partys current standing in the state, identify areas for grassroots improvement, and draft a comprehensive political roadmap for the future. Ahead [] The post Odisha BJP Brainstorms Future Strategy at Two-Day Kataka Executive Meet appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in Bhubaneswar arrested 49-year-old Pramod Kumar Sahoo, the former Director of M/s Mishra Creations Pvt. Ltd., on September 5, 2026, for his involvement in a massive real estate fraud exceeding Rs 15 crores. Sahoo is slated to be produced before the Designated Court under the OPID Act in Kataka. The [] The post EOW Arrests Ex-Director in Rs 15 Crore UTOPIA Housing Scam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Bipasha Basu is winning the internet once again with her latest fashion appearance. The actor features on the September 2026 digital cover of Elle India, with pictures from the magazine shoot shared on Instagram on September 5. Dressed in striking couture-inspired looks and styled with vintage accessories, Bipasha has received widespread praise from fans and [] The post Bipasha Basu stuns in new magazine cover shoot, fans hail her as OG fashion queen appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a sensitive case that gripped the district, Jujumura police successfully rescued a 12yearold boy allegedly abducted by his mother. The child has been presented before the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) and the court, while the accused mother was taken into custody and produced before the magistrate after interrogation. The incident occurred on August30 in [] The post Sambalpur Police Rescue Abducted Minor Boy, Mother Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Brea

A tragic incident struck floodravaged Madhupur village under Tihidi block in Bhadrak district, where a couple lost their lives to venomous snakebite within hours of each other. According to locals, Pramila Barik was the first to suffer severe abdominal pain and throat constriction while asleep on Thursday night. She was rushed to Bhadrak hospital but [] The post Couple Succumbs to Snakebite in Bhadrak Amid Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Apoorva Mukhija, popularly known as The Rebel Kid, has opened up about the emotional reasons behind her decision to leave India and move to New York to pursue an MBA. In a recent Instagram video, the influencer reflected on a period when, despite having fame, money, relationships and professional success, she felt empty, demotivated, stuck, [] The post Apoorva Mukhija reveals why she left India for New York despite fame, success: I felt empty, stuck appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a dramatic turn of events, rescue teams in Nepal pulled two more survivors alive from floodravaged areas on Saturday, ten days after the disaster struck. One of the survivors, a Chinese national, was rescued from a 225metrelong tunnel linked to a hydropower project in Trishuli. The operation, carried out jointly by Nepal Army personnel [] The post 64-Year-Old Woman and Chinese Worker Pulled Alive After 10 Days in Nepal Flood Zone appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

In a major counterterror operation, a Pakistani commander of the banned LashkareTaiba outfit was killed during a fierce encounter with joint security forces in the upper reaches of Yousmarg, central Kashmirs Budgam district, on Saturday. The slain militant, identified as Yasir, was neutralised after Special Forces and the Armys 53 Rashtriya Rifles launched an intelligencebased [] The post Pakistani LeT Commander Yasir Killed in Yousmarg Encounter appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday interacted with winners of the National Teachers Awards 2026 and urged teachers to take a more active role in addressing challenges faced by children, including excessive screen use and drug awareness. During the interaction at his official residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi, teachers shared their [] The post PM Modi urges teachers to tackle drug awareness, help students reduce screen time appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Jagdalpur on Saturday convicted all 10 accused in the 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh, one of the deadliest assaults on the states political leadership. The attack on May 25, 2013, targeted a convoy of Congress leaders during the partys Parivartan Rally in Jhiram [] The post Jhiram Valley massacre: NIA court convicts all 10 accused in 2013 Maoist attack appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

Odishas Rural Development, Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister and senior BJP leader Rabi Narayan Naik lost his mother, Subha Naik, who passed away recently. Known as a warm, compassionate, and deeply religious woman, Subha Naik was respected in her community for her affectionate nature and social harmony. Expressing grief, State BJP President and MP [] The post Odisha Minister Rabi Naiks Mother Subha Naik Passes Away; Leaders Extend Condolences appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

President of India Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Awards for Teachers 2026 at a ceremony in New Delhi on Teachers Day, recognising educators from across the country for their outstanding contributions. In her address, the President said education is the most effective means of realising the ideal of equality of opportunity enshrined in the Constitution. [] The post President Murmu Confers National Awards on Teachers, Stresses Skill Development & Viksit Bharat appeared first on Pragativadi

Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, 21, was arrested in connection with the alleged assault of 38-year-old Sanjay Azad during a protest at Delhis Jantar Mantar on June 23. A Patiala House court on Saturday sent Bhardwaj to one-day police custody. The order was passed by Additional Sessions Judge Saurabh Pratap Singh Laler. Bhardwaj was detained by [] The post Swatantra Bhardwaj arrested, sent to 1-day police custody in CJP protest assault case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Police in Kalahandi district seized 160 bags of ganja weighing 2.8 tonnes from the forest near Jamuli village, bordering Kandhamala and Kalahandi. The raid was conducted under the leadership of Rampur IIC Sanjukta Pradhan with support from Mohangiri outpost personnel. Officials said the contraband, valued at over Rs 1 crore, was recovered during a raid [] The post Odisha Police Seize 2.8 Tonnes of Ganja in Kalahandi, Four Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

Odishas Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, along with Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan, visited the teachers protest site and assured agitators that their long-pending demands would be resolved in a short time. Minister Suraj said 79 reports running to about 800 pages had reached the government and that the state would take a decision soon. He [] The post Decision in a short time: Minister assures agitating teachers in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast renewed rainfall activity across Odisha from September 8, with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected in several districts. According to the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre, the monsoon troughline currently stretching from Rajasthan through Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh is set to influence Odisha, triggering light to moderate rain with [] The post IMD Warns of Lightning and Heavy Rain in Odisha from Sept 8 appeared first on

Prime Minister Narendra Modis use of the word aura made headlines again on Friday as he interacted with National Teachers Award winners on Teachers Day. During the interaction, a teacher told Modi that she felt nervous while speaking to him because of his aura. The prime minister responded with a light-hearted remark about whether a [] The post PM Modi talks aura again during Teachers Day interaction with teachers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Forest Department on Saturday demolished an alleged illegal office linked to suspended youth BJP leader Prakash Paswan at Durgapur Hill, citing encroachment on forest land. The demolition was carried out in the presence of a magistrate, senior police officials, and forest personnel. Officials said the structure was located inside the Durgapur Reserve Forest and [] The post Forest Dept Demolishes Prakash Paswans Alleged Illegal Office in Raurkela appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Indias top mens doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty battled past Denmarks Kim Astrup and Anders Rasmussen to reach the semifinals of the China Masters Super 750 for the fourth consecutive year. The World No.5 duo, seeded fourth, overcame a stiff challenge in a 70minute thriller, winning 2113, 1621, 2118. After dominating the opening [] The post Satwik-Chirag Beat Danish Duo to Enter China Masters Semifinals; Srikanth Exits in Quarters appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

Authorities in Nepals Darchula district have sounded a fresh flood alert after a massive landslide in Bhattar, Api Himal Rural Municipality, partially blocked the Chaulani River (Chamelia). Large debris has disrupted the rivers flow, prompting warnings that further landslides could completely obstruct the channel, leading to sudden breaches and flash floods downstream. Local officials and [] The post Nepal Flood Alert: Landslide Blocks Chaulani River in Darchula, Authorities Warn of Flash Flood

TV actor Karishma Tanna and her husband, businessman Varun Bangera, have revealed the name of their first child, nearly six weeks after welcoming their baby boy. The couple introduced their son as Ved Tanna Bangera in a joint social media post on the occasion of Janmashtami. The name combines both of their surnames and carries [] The post Karishma Tanna and Varun Bangera name baby boy Ved; born on Guru Purnima appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a rare incident, a watchman in Udala NAC carried a dead snake to the hospital after being bitten twice while on duty at a government office. The victim, Mochiram Tudu of Bahalda, was attacked around 8 pm at the office of the Assistant Executive Engineer, Lift Irrigation. The snake, hiding beneath a chair, struck [] The post Watchman Cycles to Hospital with Snake After Being Bitten Twice in Mayurbhanj appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Hirakud Dam authorities on Saturday closed three sluice gates to regulate inflow, leaving four gates open as the reservoir continued to show a falling trend. At the 9 am observation, the water level stood at 627.45 feet, with average inflow and outflow balanced at 1,47,524 cusecs. Following the closure, three gates on the left [] The post Hirakud Dam Shuts 3 Gates as Reservoir Level Falls to 627.45 Feet appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha Higher Education Department has unveiled a series of transformative initiatives aimed at boosting student and faculty skills through collaborations with leading organisations. On Teachers Day, the department signed MoUs with CSR Box, Nandi Foundation, and OKCL, while also launching the AI Course for All in partnership with NASSCOM. Additionally, exposure visits with the [] The post Odisha Higher Education Dept Launches AI, Skill Development & Performance Evaluation Initiatives appeare

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution supporting the use of a world map designed to represent the relative size of continents more accurately, giving greater visual prominence to Africa and other regions that appear smaller on traditional maps. The resolution, approved on Friday with the support of 164 countries, promotes the Equal [] The post UN adopts new world map to show continents more accurately; US votes against resolution appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

Teachers in Odisha were left disappointed after the Mukhyamantri Shiksha Puraskar ceremony for 2024 and 2025 was cancelled at the last moment. The awards, scheduled for Teachers Day, had finalized venue and timing, with invitations already sent to honorees. A letter dated September 3 from the Panchasakha Shiksha Setu CEO informed district collectors that the [] The post Odisha Cancels Teachers Day Award Ceremony Amid Protests appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

The US Open witnessed a major upset as Emma Navarro, seeded 26th, ousted world No.7 Karolina Muchova 6-3, 7-5 in the third round. Muchova, a two-time US Open semifinalist and recent Wimbledon finalist, struggled to find rhythm, committing 32 unforced errors against just 18 winners. Navarro capitalised on her opponents inconsistency, breaking at crucial moments [] The post Emma Navarro stuns Wimbledon finalist Karolina Muchova in straight sets at US Open appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has said it is open to dialogue and debate amid criticism of chief Mohan Bhagwats visit to the United Kingdom. RSS media head Sunil Ambedkar, speaking at a press briefing in London on Friday, said differing views were a normal part of democracy and that the organisation was willing to [] The post RSS responds to criticism over Mohan Bhagwats UK visit: We expect debate, let them speak appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

Indias plan to acquire five more S-400 Triumf air defence systems from Russia has moved forward, with Moscow sending a Bill of Quantities (BOQ) proposal to New Delhi. The proposal details the construction and material costs and is expected to form the basis for negotiations between the two sides. The final approval for the acquisition [] The post India moves to acquire 5 more S-400 systems after Operation Sindoor success appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

At least eight engineering students from Tamil Nadu were killed in a road accident in Keralas Thrissur district after the car they were travelling in crashed into a parked lorry, police said. The accident took place around 11:40 pm on Friday at Panambikkunnu in Kaipamangalam, along NH-66. According to police, the students were from an [] The post 8 Tamil Nadu engineering students killed in Kerala after car crashes into parked lorry appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

Delhi Police detained 21-year-old content creator Swatantra Bhardwaj, accused of seriously injuring 38-year-old Sanjay Azad during a protest at Jantar Mantar on June 23. The detention came hours after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and other political leaders staged a protest outside the Parliament Street police station, demanding action in the case. According to the [] The post Right-wing creator Swatantra Bhardwaj detained after protest over alleged attack on CJP activists father appeared fir

In a strategic maneuver to revitalize its regional operations, the Indian National Congress has officially formed a new Political Affairs Committee for the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee. As detailed in the official press release, the proposal was approved by the Congress President with immediate effect. The announcement was formally communicated on September 4, 2026, by [] The post Congress Forms New Political Affairs Committee in Odisha | Lalji Desai Appointed Chairperson appeared first on

A drone was seen flying over the Shree Jagannath Temple on Friday, slicing through airspace that is supposed to be sealed. The sighting from the Singhadwara (Lion Gate) up to the sacred Nilachakra on the temples peak has again put the shrines security under a harsh spotlight. The 12th-century Srimandir is among Indias [] The post Drone Flies Over Puri Jagannath Temple No-Fly Zone | Security Probe Begins appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .