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Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, called on Odisha Governor Brajmohan Ram at Lok Bhavan on Friday. The discussion centred on strengthening maritime security, safeguarding national interests, and prioritising the welfare of naval veterans. The meeting highlighted the multifaceted role of the Indian Navy, extending far beyond traditional maritime defence [] The post Naval Chief Meets Odisha Governor to Discuss Maritime Security and Youth Engagement appeared fir

The lifeless body of a Class 9 student was recovered from the premises of Narayanpur High School under the Betagadia panchayat in Baliapal block on Friday. The deceased student has been identified as Rakesh Kullari. According to available reports, the minor boy had left home in the morning to attend his coaching centre as per [] The post Class 9 Student Found Dead on School Premises in Baleshwar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha Model Tribal Education Society (OMTES), functioning under the ST & SC Development Department, Government of Odisha, has cemented its position as a national leader in educational equity. Through visionary institutional leadership, strategic administrative frameworks, and grassroots dedication, OMTES has vastly strengthened and expanded the tribal education ecosystem across the state. At the heart [] The post OMTES Honoured by President Murmu for Pioneering Tribal Education in Odisha ap

The 45th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, opened its doors to a grand celebration of culture, trade, and innovation. Anchored by the powerful theme Vikash aur Virasat (Development and Heritage), the Odisha Pavilion stands out as a vibrant testament to the states glorious past and its unstoppable modern momentum. [] The post Trade, Tourism, and Tech: Odisha Opens Doors to Global Investors at IITF 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of tapping his phone during an online Instagram interactive session on Friday, holding up his device and claiming he holds concrete proof against the Prime Minister. However, Gandhi did not present any verifiable technical evidence to substantiate the allegation. The remarks marked the seventh [] The post Rahul Gandhi Alleges PM Modi Tapping His Phone, Renews Debate Challenge appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

The Commissionerate Police have cracked the chilling murder of 76-year-old Kunjalata Nanda in the Buddhanagar area, arresting the prime accusedher caretakerall the way from Vadodara, Gujarat, nine days after the crime. The accused, identified as Balaram Maharana alias Balia, allegedly confessed to brutally murdering the elderly woman on November 3 with the sole intention of [] The post Bhubaneswar Caretaker Murder Case: Looted Gold Worth Rs 10 Lakh Recovered from Friends House appeared first on

Indian benchmark equity indices traded deep in the red during late afternoon deals on Friday, November 13, 2026, dragged down by selling in banking, realty, auto, and IT heavyweights after Indias headline retail inflation surged to a two-year high of 6.09% in October. At the latest afternoon snapshot, the BSE Sensex was down 431.73 points [] The post Sensex Slips Over 430 Points, Nifty Near 25,070 as Inflation Spike Weighs on Banks and Realty; Hitachi Energy Surges 13% appeared first on Pragativ

In a ceremony that brought together the finest champions of grit, determination, and athletic brilliance, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, presented the National Sports and Adventure Awards 2025 today at the majestic Rashtrapati Bhavan. The glittering event served as a powerful tribute to the relentless dedication of Indias top sports personalities, visionary coaches, [] The post President Murmu Confers National Sports and Adventure Awards 2025 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

Nine passengers sustained injuriestwo of them criticallyafter a tourist bus carrying approximately 55 pilgrims from West Bengal collided with a stationary truck in Odishas Jajpur district early Friday morning. The mishap occurred on the Badachana Bridge along National Highway-16 (NH-16), under the jurisdiction of the Badachana police station. According to preliminary reports, the ill-fated bus, [] The post West Bengal Pilgrim Bus Collides with Truck in Jajpur, Several Hurt appeared first on Prag

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Bengaluru Metros Pink Line on Friday, flagging off train services on the new stretch. Following the launch, the Prime Minister took a train ride alongside Governor Sudha Yadav, Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, MP Tejasvi Surya, and Minister Krishna Byre Gowda. Passenger services on the newly launched section of Namma Metro [] The post PM Modi Flags Off Bengaluru Metros Pink Line; Namma Metro Network Crosses 100-Km Milestone appeared first on Pragativadi I La

A fresh weather system has emerged over the Bay of Bengal, sparking concerns of a potential cyclone along Indias eastern coast. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a low-pressure area has formed over the southeast Bay of Bengal and is currently moving in a north-westward direction. The system is expected to become more marked [] The post Odisha Braces for Weather Shift as Bay of Bengal System Moves Toward Cyclonic Intensity appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i

To make life-saving cancer treatments more affordable, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has ordered nationwide strict monitoring of revised prices for 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs. Operating under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, the regulatory body has directed State Drug Controllers (SDCs) to submit comprehensive Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by November 16, 2026, to verify that [] The post NPPA Enforces Price Cap Monitoring on 137 Anti-Cancer Drugs appeared first on

The Odisha Higher Education Department has directed principals of all 488-category and 662-category Non-Government Aided Colleges across the state to submit details of pending Supreme Court orders linked to the Grant-in-Aid (GIA) 1994 scheme. In an official communiqu issued on November 12, Director of Higher Education, Odisha, Kaliprasanna Mohapatra, instructed college authorities to identify and [] The post Odisha Higher Education Dept Seeks Details of Pending Supreme Court Orders on GIA-1994 a

Dubai Airports, the operator of Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport, has suspended passenger check-in services for cash-strapped Indian carrier SpiceJet over unpaid dues amounting to roughly 14 million UAE dirhams (approximately 35.85 crore). The suspension took effect on Thursday, November 12, 2026, after Dubai Airports allowed check-in for two scheduled departures to [] The post Dubai Airports Suspends SpiceJet Check-In Services Over Rs 35.85 Crore Unpaid Dues; Fou

Singaporean authorities confirmed that Alice Huang, the former data centre executive whose alleged relationship with former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang triggered his resignation earlier this week, was barred from re-entering the city-state in February 2026 and issued a formal stern warning following an investigation into suspected U.S. export control violations. In a statement released on [] The post Suspected Chinese Spy Alice Huang Tied to Jensen Huang Affair Barred From Singapore Over Export Cont

Two police constables from Puri district lost their lives, and three othersincluding an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), a home guard, and the driversustained critical injuries after an iron-laden trailer collided head-on with their van in Odishas Bhadrak district late Thursday night. The deceased personnel have been identified as constables Prashant Bag (38) and Himanshu Ray (35). [] The post Two Puri Cops Killed, Three Critical After Iron-Laden Trailer Rams Police Van in Bhadrak appeared first o

Following the abrupt resignation of Nvidia co-founder and longtime chief executive Jensen Huang on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas joined a growing chorus of Silicon Valley leaders paying tribute to Huangs three-decade legacy. Taking to social media platform X, Srinivas credited Huang with transforming Nvidia from a modest startup into Americas [] The post Your Grit and Perseverance Should Always Be Remembered: Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas Pays Tribute to Jense

The Odisha Police Crime Branch has initiated strict action against the unauthorised operation of private two-wheelers as commercial bike taxis on ride-hailing platforms, including Uber and Rapido. According to an official communication (Letter No. 1138/CID-Social Media) sent by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Crime Branch to the Transport Commissioner-cum-Chairman of the State Transport Authority (STA) [] The post Odisha Crime Branch Directs Uber and Rapido to Suspend Unauthorised Bi

New Zealand have powered past the 210-run mark in the fourth One-Day International against India at Bay Oval on Friday, November 13, 2026, reaching 214/3 in 29.5 overs after India stand-in captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first. Opener Will Young anchored the Kiwi innings on 97 off 84 ballscapitalizing on [] The post IND vs NZ 4th ODI: Will Young Nears Century as New Zealand Cross 210/3 After Early Lifelines From India appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

Ahead of Chhath Puja, the Delhi government inaugurated an 11-kilometre-long ghat along the Munak Canal in north Delhi on Thursday, November 12, 2026, calling it the countrys longest Chhath ghat. Inaugurated jointly by BJP National President Nitin Nabin and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Guptain the presence of Union Minister of State Harsh Malhotra and Delhi [] The post Not a Favour, But a Right: Delhi Government Inaugurates Countrys Longest 11-Km Chhath Ghat Along Munak Canal appeared first on Prag

Thousands of Microsoft users worldwide experienced widespread service disruptions on Thursday, November 12, 2026, as a major outage knocked core enterprise and consumer applicationsincluding Outlook, Exchange Online, Microsoft 365, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Copilotoffline across multiple regions. According to outage-tracking platform Downdetector, error reports surged across 74 countries and territories, logging more than 130,000 global user [] The post Global Microsoft Outage Disrupts Outlook,

Prior to his abrupt resignation on Thursday, November 12, 2026, former Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang received a phone call from U.S. President Donald Trump urging him to keep fighting for his job, according to a report by The New York Times. The Tuesday phone conversation took place at the height of Nvidias internal [] The post Donald Trump Urged Jensen Huang to Fight for His Job Before Nvidia CEO Resigned; DOJ Yet to Conclude Spy Allegation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

Delhis air quality deteriorated sharply into the severe categorythe worst grade on the governments air pollution scaleon Friday morning, November 13, 2026, as a thick layer of toxic smog enveloped the national capital. According to real-time monitoring data, the citys overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 403 at 7:30 AM, marking an 82-point spike [] The post Delhi Air Quality Plunges Into Severe Category as AQI Hits 403; Worst Pollution Level Since January appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

The NHRC has issued a conditional summons to the Kendujhar Collector over delayed ex-gratia relief in a Baitarani River drowning case, setting a Dec 21 deadline. The post NHRC Issues Conditional Summons to Kendujhar Collector Over Delayed Drowning Compensation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Political row intensifies over Ganjam floods as Minister Suresh Pujari blames 24 years of BJD rule while Naveen Patnaik, BJD and Congress question dam management and preparedness after Cyclone Arnabs record rainfall. The post Political Heat Rises Over Ganjam Floods as Minister Blames 24-Year BJD Rule, Opposition Hits Back appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A major crackdown on online bike taxi services is underway in Odisha, as the state Crime Branch has officially directed ride-hailing platforms Uber and Rapido to suspend their two-wheeler passenger transport operations. The decision comes in response to glaring violations of the Motor Vehicle Act, which strictly prohibits the commercial use of private two-wheelers. In [] The post Odisha to Ban Uber and Rapido Bike Taxis! Crime Branch Issues 15-Day Ultimatum appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

TP Western Odisha Distribution Limited (TPWODL) has established its first Anokha Dhaaga Centre in Sambalpur, strengthening efforts to preserve traditional craftsmanship while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local artisan communities. The centre will provide free skill development, production support and market access to artisans, particularly women, helping them transform traditional skills into viable income-generating enterprises. [] The post TPWODL Opens First Anokha Dhaaga

Veteran Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has officially returned to the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 (KBC 18) following a brief hiatus to rest and recover. Sony Entertainment Television unveiled a new promotional teaser on Thursday, November 12, 2026, showing the 84-year-old icon back on the quiz show stage and thanking fans for their continued [] The post Amitabh Bachchan Returns to Host Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 After Health Break, Thanks Fans for Prayers and Blessings appeared first on

Discover how infrastructure, welfare schemes, and Odisha Police operations transformed Kandhamal from an LWE-affected zone to a hub of peace, as shared at PIB's Vartalap workshop in Phulbani. The post Kandhamal Post-LWE Development: Peace & Progress Highlighted at PIB Vartalap appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A routine AC maintenance job turned into a terrifying explosion at Bhubaneswars Unit-2 Market Building on Thursday, critically injuring two technicians and sending shockwaves through the surrounding shops. The blast was so loud that nearby shops shook. Locals immediately rushed the injured men to Capital Hospital. Capital police and fire service teams reached the spot [] The post AC Compressor Explodes at Bhubaneswars Unit-2 Market Building; Two Technicians Critically Injured appeared first on P

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjhs ongoing Aura India Tour has run into major security hurdles following a threat email targeting his upcoming Mumbai event and the Delhi Police denying permission for his October 30 concert at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. A threat email sent to the Mumbai Mayor warned of attacks on her office, Amitabh Bachchan, and [] The post Mumbai Mayor, Amitabh Bachchan, and Diljit Dosanjh Targeted in Threat Email appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

In a major setback for music fans in the national capital, Punjabi global icon Diljit Dosanjhs upcoming concert in Delhi, scheduled for October 30 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, has been denied security clearance by local authorities. The decision was communicated by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (South District) in an official letter [] The post Delhi Police Deny Security Clearance for Diljit Dosanjhs Oct 30 Show appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan made a candid appearance as the first guest on the premiere of Koffee With Karan Season 9, opening up about the rigorous discipline, profound physical sacrifices, and serious health battles behind maintaining his iconic screen presence at 61. Sitting down with host Karan Johar, the actor addressed everything from his viral [] The post Salman Khan Opens Up on Serious Health Battles, Multiple Injuries, and Physical Toll on Koffee With Karan Season 9 appeared first o

Following the sudden demise of legendary actor Nana Patekar on Thursday morning, the government has announced that the late Padma Shri recipient will be accorded a full state funeral with full police honours. The 75-year-old cinema icon passed away in the early hours of October 8 at Manipal Hospital in Dona Paula, Goa, after suffering [] The post State Funeral Accorded to Nana Patekar; PM Modi and Akshay Kumar Lead Nation in Tributes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

Renowned veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away on Thursday morning at his residence in Goa. He was 75. The news of his death was confirmed by his son, Malhar Patekar, sending shockwaves across the film industry and millions of fans. Unresponsive at Goa Residence Patekar was found unresponsive at his Dona Paula flat in the [] The post Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Passes Away at 75 in Goa appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The serious mid-air incident aboard flydubai Flight FZ1073 has triggered investigations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Israel after an Omani co-pilot allegedly attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar during the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. The aircraft, carrying more than 170 passengers, was flying over Saudi Arabia on September 30 when the incident unfolded. According to Reuters, [] The post Flydubai Flight 1073 Incident: Omani Co-Pilot Under Investigation After Mid-Air Attack appeared first on Pragativ

Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, has announced cash rewards for the Indian Womens Hockey Team following their historic Gold Medal victory at the Asian Games 2026. To honour their exceptional performance, determination, and sportsmanship, the Chief Minister announced a cash prize of Rs 11 lakh for each player of the squad. Additionally, the [] The post Odisha CM Announces Rs 11 Lakh Cash Reward for Indian Womens Hockey Team appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Englis

Mula Ashtami, observed on October 3, 2026, holds special significance in Odisha as it marks the beginning of the traditional Shodasa Puja, a 16-day period of worship dedicated to Goddess Durga. While Navratri is commonly associated with a nine-day festival, several temples and Shakti traditions in Odisha follow an extended ritual cycle beginning with Mula [] The post Mula Ashtami 2026: Significance of Odishas Shodasa Puja appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

India has secured the deportation of alleged drug-trafficking kingpin Navpreet Singh from Turkey, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday. In a post on X, Shah said Singh had obtained Turkish citizenship using the alleged fake identity Navab Virk and was involved in smuggling heroin and methamphetamine from Afghanistan into India. Shah said Indian [] The post Drug Kingpin Navpreet Singh Deported From Turkey to India, Says Amit Shah appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

Maatrubhumi, Salman Khans much-delayed war drama, may finally be moving towards a theatrical release. According to a report cited by Hindustan Times, the film has received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Information & Broadcasting Ministry after undergoing substantial changes. The film, earlier titled Battle of Galwan, was initially reported to be based on [] The post Maatrubhumi Release: Salman Khans War Drama Reportedly Gets Government NOC After Changes appeared first on Pragativadi

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has begun its month-long Jan Sampark Padayatra across Odisha, with party president and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik launching the programme in Bhubaneswar. The statewide outreach campaign will continue until November 2, with BJD leaders and workers scheduled to organise padayatras at the headquarters of the partys organisational districts, as [] The post BJD Jan Sampark Padayatra Begins Across Odisha, Naveen Patnaik To Lead Campaign appeared first on Pragativadi

Newly appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Odisha in-charge D. Purandeswari arrived in Bhubaneswar on Saturday for her first visit to the State after being assigned responsibility for overseeing the partys Odisha affairs. Accompanied by BJP co-in-charge Swadesh Singh, Purandeswari is scheduled to hold a series of meetings with party leaders and organisational functionaries at the [] The post Newly Appointed Odisha BJP In-Charge D Purandeswari Arrives in Bhubaneswar, Begins Organisational Revie

India won the toss against Pakistan and elected to bat first in the Asian Games 2026 mens cricket gold-medal final in Nisshin on Saturday. India captain Shreyas Iyer called correctly at the toss and decided to put runs on the board first. India have retained their unchanged playing XI for the summit clash, with teenage [] The post India vs Pakistan Asian Games Final: India Win Toss, Elect to Bat First appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pranavi Urs produced a historic performance at the Asian Games 2026, winning Indias first-ever womens individual golf gold before helping the country claim a silver medal in the team event. Pranavi topped the individual stroke play leaderboard after a thrilling final round, finishing at 15-under par over four rounds. Chinas Yin Ruoning and Singapores Shannon [] The post Pranavi Urs Creates History With Asian Games Golf Gold, Adds Team Silver appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

India and Pakistan will face off in the Asian Games 2026 mens cricket final today, with the gold medal at stake at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. The match is scheduled to begin at 10 AM IST, with India, the defending champions, looking to retain the title they won at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian [] The post India vs Pakistan Asian Games 2026 Final Today! Gold Medal Clash in Nisshin appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Indias Kumkum Mohod created history at the Asian Games 2026 on Saturday, becoming the first Indian woman to win the Asian Games individual recurve gold medal. The 17-year-old defeated South Koreas Yejin Oh 6-5 in a tense final that went to a one-arrow shoot-off after the contest was tied 5-5 following five sets. With the [] The post Asian Games 2026: Kumkum Mohod Makes History With Individual Recurve Gold appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Starship crossed a threshold that thirteen earlier flights never reached. On September 28, 2026, the vehicle lifted off from Starbase, Texas, entered low Earth orbit for the first time, and released 26 operational Starlink V3 satellites that remained in space and established contact. Days later, SpaceX highlighted the result with images of the deployment sequence [] The post Starship Soars: 26 NextGen Starlinks Deployed in Orbit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi, under the aegis of the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture, organised the Kala O Camera Photography Competition. More than 500 participants took part in the contest. The competition was based on three themes: Tangible Heritage of Odisha, Intangible Heritage of Odisha, and Vanishing Arts of Odisha. Participants submitted [] The post Culture Minister Congratulates Winners of Kala O Camera Photography Competition appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has claimed 4,018 lives among 8,300 confirmed cases, according to the latest figures released by Congolese health authorities, making it the deadliest epidemic in the countrys history. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, was first declared on May 15, [] The post Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Surpasses 4,000 Deaths as Containment Efforts Struggle appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Friday demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar during a protest at Mumbais Shivaji Park, alleging large-scale irregularities in electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Dipke warned of a fresh Jantar Mantar 2.0 agitation if Kumar did not step down. He further [] The post Abhijeet Dipke Warns of Jantar Mantar 2.0 at Mumbai Protest appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng