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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

In a major push toward unified environmental governance, the Government of Odisha has launched an innovative rural-urban synergy initiative to address solid waste management on the outskirts of the state capital. Under this scheme, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) will collect and process dry waste from 31 Gram Panchayats across the Bhubaneswar, Jatani, Balipatna, and [] The post Rural Dry Waste to Be Processed in Urban Centers: BMC Extends Reach to 31 Peripheral Villages appeared fir

Odisha faces a fresh cyclone threat this October 2026 as a new low-pressure area forms over the Bay of Bengal, alarming a state already devastated by record-breaking monsoon floods. The post The October Curse: Odisha Braces for Potential Cyclone After Record Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan returned to Paris Fashion Week as a longtime global ambassador for LOral Paris, walking the runway at the ninth edition of Le Dfil LOral Paris. While her striking ensemble and bold hair transformation turned heads on the catwalk, it was her backstage reunion with Bridgerton star Simone Ashley that captured [] The post Aishwarya Rai greets Bridgerton star Simone Ashley with kisses at Paris Fashion Week appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khameneis senior military adviser, Yahya Rahim Safavi, has warned that the ongoing conflict could expand to the Indian Ocean if the United States launches another attack. In remarks carried by Iranian state media, Safavi said the conflict had already spread from the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz to [] The post Iran Warns War Could Reach Indian Ocean If US Attacks Again: Khamenei Adviser appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

The Indian Premier League auction will return to India after three successive editions were held overseas, with Goa confirmed as the venue for the IPL 2027 mini-auction in December. The move marks the auctions return to Indian soil for the first time since the auction ahead of the 2023 IPL season was held in Kochi. [] The post IPL 2027 Mini-Auction to Return to India, Goa Confirmed as Venue appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A tragic incident unfolded in the Oman Gulf when the Antigua and Barbudaflagged bulk carrier MV Cape Dao was struck by two torpedoes on its port side while en route to India. The attack severely damaged the vessels accommodation and engine room, leading to the death of one Indian seafarer, Suraj Yadav from Uttar Pradesh. [] The post Indian Seafarer Killed in Oman Gulf Torpedo Attack, MEA Condemns Strike appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a sport he stumbled upon almost by pure chance, Jay Meena has etched his name permanently into Indian sporting folklore. The 24-year-old from Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, secured Indias first-ever Asian Games medal in soft tennis, capping an extraordinary transformation from a cricket-obsessed boy to a pioneering international athlete. Growing up, Meena had pictured a [] The post Asian Games 2026: Aspiring Cricketer Jay Meena Secures Indias First-Ever Soft Tennis Medal appeared first on Pragativadi

Parliaments Monsoon Session was adjourned sine die on August 13, but neither the Lok Sabha nor the Rajya Sabha has been formally prorogued, leaving the session technically open nearly a month after proceedings ended. The unusual gap has triggered a political debate, with Opposition leaders alleging that the government is deliberately keeping the session open [] The post Parliament Monsoon Session Still Not Prorogued: What the 29-Day Delay Means appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has explained why the Indian womens cricket team did not accept the Asia Cup trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi following their title triumph in Dubai. Harmanpreet Kaurs side defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs on Sunday to win the Womens Asia Cup [] The post BCCI Explains Why India Women Refused Asia Cup Trophy From Mohsin Naqvi: Solidarity With Mens Team appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Deputy Chief Ministers Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo and Pravati Parida on Monday extended Ganesh Chaturthi greetings to the people, praying for peace, prosperity and the continued progress of the state. In his message, CM Majhi wished people happiness, peace, prosperity and success on the auspicious occasion. Invoking Lord [] The post Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: CM Majhi, Dy CMs Extend Greetings to Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

In a dominant display of power-hitting and clinical spin bowling, Harmanpreet Kaurs India Women dismantled defending champions Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the Womens Asia Cup 2026 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, reclaiming the continental crown and extending their record to an unmatched eight titles. Electing to bat after winning [] The post India Crush Sri Lanka by 72 Runs to Clinch Record Eighth Womens Asia Cup Title appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

The Opposition Biju Janata Dal on Sunday accused the BJP government of turning Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhis UAE visit into an expensive publicity campaign, asking whether Odisha would see real factories and jobs or only full-page newspaper advertisements. Speaking at Sankha Bhawan, BJD spokesperson Dr Lenin Mohanty said the Chief Minister had returned from [] The post BJD slams Odisha CMs UAE trip as publicity drive, questions zero ground investment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

India crushed Afghanistan by 7 wickets in the Friendship Cup opener in Delhi. Abhishek Sharma smashed 82 off 32 balls as Team India chased 157 in just 13.4 overs to take a 1-0 lead. The post Abhishek Unleashes Mayhem: India Crush Afghanistan by 7 Wickets in Friendship Cup Opener appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A late-night drug raid in Jagatsinghpur turned violent when alleged traffickers tried to run over police and beat a Home Guard. Six accused, including Vicky and Jackie Parija, have been arrested and produced in court. The post Drug mafia rams car at cops, beats Home Guard in Jagatsinghpur; 6 held after night-long hunt appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

First preparatory meeting for Bhubaneswar Baliyatra Mahotsav 2026 held Sunday at Dolphin Mandap, Patia. MLA Sushant Rout seeks all-party help to make the festival more colourful and attractive. The post Bhubaneswar Baliyatra Mahotsav 2026: First Preparatory Meeting Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Discover how creative thinking empowers bureaucracies to move beyond rigid structures, fostering innovation, efficiency, and responsive governance in todays dynamic world. The post Creative Thinking in Bureaucracy: Driving Effective Governance appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Nandankanan Zoological Park is providing round-the-clock, human-like care to five rescued baby orangutans, featuring specialized diets, CCTV monitoring, and music therapy. The post Rescued Baby Orangutans Get Human-Like Care at Nandankanan Zoo appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

India restricted Afghanistan to 156/8 in the 1st T20I in New Delhi. Arshdeep Singh took 3/19 and Omarzai scored 64* as Team India prepare to chase 157. The post India vs Afghanistan 1st T20I: Team India Need 157 After Restricting AFG to 156/8 in Delhi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

To ensure the optimal care and rehabilitation of the five baby orangutans recently rescued from the Bichitrapur Badapahi forest in Baleshwars Bhogarai block, the state government has constituted a special five-member technical committee. The rescued apes are currently being housed and monitored at the Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar. Recognizing the specialized care required for [] The post Rescued from the Wild: 5-Member Expert Panel to Oversee Baby Orangutans at Nandankanan appeared

Housing & Urban Development Minister Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra has assured a legal, humane and lasting solution for small shops and service units running in Bhubaneswars residential projects after BMC notices sparked anxiety among thousands of families. The post HUD Minister Promises Permanent Solution for Shops in Bhubaneswar Colonies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The festive rush has barely begun, but the citys busiest arrival point is already on a looters map. In two separate cases over the past few days, Commissionerate Police have arrested five men accused of targeting passengers and ATM users around Bhubaneswar railway station forcing some into gambling, luring others into isolated stretches with [] The post Bhubaneswar Railway Station Loot: 5 Arrested in ATM-Gambling and Auto Robbery Cases Ahead of Ganesh Puja appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

Dhauli Police arrested a 36-year-old man on Sunday for allegedly cheating a woman of Rs 3 lakh on the pretext of starting a joint hotel business. The accused has been identified as Prashant Kumar Pradhan, a native of Puri currently residing in Old Town, Bhubaneswar. According to police, Rinu Nayak entered into an agreement with [] The post Man Arrested in Bhubaneswar for Rs 3 Lakh Hotel Business Fraud and Death Threats appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

Infovalley Police arrested two men on Sunday following an extortion attempt and physical assault on a landowner at Harapur on the citys outskirts. The arrested individuals have been identified as the main accused, Brundaban Samantasinghar alias Chhabi (47) and his associate Chandra Sekhar Pradhan alias Alok (21). According to the complainant, Rabindranath Nayak, the incident [] The post Two Arrested in Bhubaneswar for Attempted Murder Over Rs 30 Lakh Extortion Demand appeared first on Pragativad

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur called it right at the toss and decided to bat first in the Womens Asia Cup 2026 final against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The two unbeaten sides in the tournament will lock horns in a rematch of the 2024 final, which Sri Lanka won. India [] The post India Win Toss and Elect to Bat in High-Stakes Womens Asia Cup Final Against Sri Lanka appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and sent Afghanistan in at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, opening a three-match T20I series that Afghanistan are hosting on Indian soil. The series, branded the Friendship Cup, is Indias last proper T20 dress rehearsal before the Asian Games in Japan. Iyers call was local more than tactical theatre. [] The post Bumrah Returns, Sooryavanshi Sits: India Bowl First in Friendship Cup Opener appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) cleared two major upcoming theatrical releases, Daayra and Vibe, granting an Adults Only (A) rating to both feature films. Both movies are scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release on September 18. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, Daayra stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead [] The post CBFC Grants A Certificate to Daayra and Vibe Ahead of Sept 18 Clash appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

Leaders from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are expected to sign a joint declaration seeking the right to hold independence referendums, potentially intensifying debate over the future of the United Kingdom. The declaration is expected to be signed on Monday by the first ministers of the three devolved nations at a summit in Cardiff, according [] The post UK Break-Up Push? Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland Leaders to Seek Referendum Rights appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) would be implemented in all 21 NDA-ruled states before 2029. Speaking at a press conference in Mumbai, Shah said the move reflects the governments India First approach in tackling long-pending internal issues and strengthening national security. The UCC seeks to establish a common [] The post UCC to be rolled out across NDA states before 2029, says Amit Shah appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

The disappearance of a 45-year-old man who went missing while fishing in the Minajhola River ended in sorrow as search teams recovered his body near Deli Dam under Chandrapur police limits in Rayagada district. The deceased has been identified as Tisuru Bieska (45), a resident of Bakaguda village in Hanumantapur panchayat. According to reports, Tisuru [] The post Missing Fisherman Found Dead in Rayagada Dam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A shocking case of sexual harassment has emerged from Baragada district, Odisha, where a private college principal was arrested for allegedly assaulting a Class 10 student. The accused, identified as Debadatta Pradhan, principal of a private college at Bardol, reportedly lured the student under the pretext of providing coaching. According to the complaint, Pradhan took [] The post Baragada College Principal Arrested for Sexually Harassing Class 10 Student appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a swipe at the BRICS Summit gala dinner menu hosted in New Delhi, pointing out that the spread offered to visiting world leaders featured only vegetarian dishes. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Gandhi remarked: For the record: 80% of Indians are non-vegetarian. Indian non-vegetarian food is delicious. As [] The post Rahul Gandhi Criticises BRICS Gala Dinner Menu: 80% Indians Non-Vegetarian appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

Displaying nerves of steel and unmatched defensive discipline, the Indian Junior Womens Team clinched the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026 title after defeating hosts China 1-0 in a tense, hard-fought final on Sunday. The triumph in Moqi not only secured a hat-trick of continental crowns for the defending champions but also guaranteed Indias qualification for [] The post India Edges China 1-0 to Crown AHF Womens Junior Asia Cup Champions appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

Odisha is set to witness a breather from continuous heavy rainfall starting Sunday. However, the respite may be short-lived, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that a new weather system forming over the Bay of Bengal will likely trigger fresh heavy showers across several districts next week. According to Manorama Mohanty, Director of the [] The post Temporary Relief for Odisha as Rain Activity Decreases, Fresh Heavy Spells Expected Next Week appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, extended her warm greetings and best wishes to all Indian citizens living across the country and abroad on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi. In her official message, Murmu highlighted the profound cultural and spiritual significance of the auspicious festival, noting that Bhagwan Ganesha represents wisdom, prosperity, and auspicious beginnings. [] The post President Murmu Greets Nation on Eve of Ganesh Chaturthi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

Russia has said it welcomes the readiness of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping to help facilitate peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv. The offer was made on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit, where the camaraderie between Modi, Xi, and Russian President Vladimir Putin was on display. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov [] The post Russia Welcomes Modi and Xis Offer to Facilitate Ukraine Peace Talks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N