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In the wake of heavy downpours and floods triggered by Cyclone Arnab, the Government of Odisha has intensified its post-disaster restoration efforts. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari chaired a high-level review meeting today to evaluate ongoing damage assessments, relief distribution, and infrastructure repairs, alongside monitoring the trajectory of the recent cyclone Murasu. Minister [] The post Over 1.6 Lakh People Evacuated as Odisha Tackles Post-Cyclone Relief and Reha

In a major pre-Diwali announcement, the central government has approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for central government employees and pensioners, effective from July 1, 2026. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the decision on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, noting that the revision will benefit approximately 1.16 crore individuals across [] The post Diwali Gift: Centre Announces 3% DA Hike for Central Government Employees and Pensioners, Benefiting Over 1

As Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab continues to impact the region, the Odisha government has successfully evacuated approximately one lakh people to safer locations, stepping up precautionary measures across vulnerable districts. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced on Wednesday that state authorities are operating on a high-alert footing to ensure zero casualties. Targeted [] The post Cyclone Arnab: Odisha Evacuates 1 Lakh People, Shifts 4000+ Pregnant Women as Prep

With very severe cyclonic storm Arnab intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and set to influence southern Odisha, the state government has activated full-scale micro-management from the grassroots to the highest levels. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Tuesday chaired a detailed review meeting with the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) and senior officers [] The post Odisha to Evacuate 48K People, Readies 466 Shelters as Cyclone Arnab Nears appeared first on Pragativadi I

With Cyclone Arnab intensifying over the Bay of Bengal, Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) President Bhakta Charan Das has issued an urgent appeal to all party leaders, office-bearers, and workers to step forward and assist people across affected districts. In an official circular (Letter No. 421 / OPC / 26) issued from Congress Bhawan on [] The post PCC Chief Bhakta Charan Das Urges Congress Workers to Stand by People Ahead of Cyclone Arnab appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha Ne

The Odisha state administration has reached full preparedness to tackle the impending threat of Severe Cyclonic Storm Arnab. Addressing a press conference on Tuesday morning, Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) Rajesh Prabhakar Patil announced that nearly 48,000 people residing in vulnerable areas across eight districts will be evacuated to safe shelters by Tuesday evening. Malkangiri district, [] The post Odisha Prepares to Evacuate 48k People; SRC Targets Zero Casualty Ahead Of Cyclone Arnab app

Filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj has said he is choosing to focus on the positive response to his latest film Dorothy despite facing online criticism, trolling and backlash over its portrayal of same-sex romance and LGBTQ characters. The crime drama, starring Keerthy Suresh, Sanath and Rishikanth, has received praise from audiences and was also given a standing [] The post Karthik Subbaraj Responds to Dorothy Backlash, Says Film Can Change Attitudes Towards Transgender People appeared first on Pragati

Special Gram Sabhas are assembling nationwide on Oct 2, 2026, to deliberate on transformative governance reforms, evaluate public services, and officially launch the Peoples Plan Campaign (PPC) 2026-27, themed Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas. Facilitated by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with multiple central ministries, these sessions empower Gram Panchayats to formulate inclusive, evidence-based [] The post Special Gram Sabhas on Oct 2 to Launch Peoples Plan Campaign 2026-27 appeare

Odisha PR & RD Minister Rabi Narayan Naik writes to Sarpanches, calling for active citizen participation during the Special Gram Sabha on Gandhi Jayanti. The post Odisha Minister Appeals to Sarpanches to Make Gandhi Jayanti Gram Sabhas People-Centric appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Statements made by Bigg Boss 20 contestant Rhiti Tiwari regarding her financial struggles inside the reality house have stirred up a major controversy outside the show. Punjabi singer Ekam Bawa, who claims to be Rhitis former stepfather, has publicly challenged her accounts, alleging that her actual lifestyle stands in stark contrast to the modest existence [] The post Stop Fooling People: Ekam Bawa Refutes Rhiti Tiwaris Rs 25k Claim on Bigg Boss 20 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

President of India Droupadi Murmu graced the valedictory session of the International Conference on The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics, organised by the National Green Tribunal. Addressing the gathering, the President said climate change is deeply intertwined with biodiversity loss, water stress, land degradation, food security, health, and livelihoods. She emphasised that a wellstructured [] The post President Murmu Calls for PeopleCentric Climate Resilience at International Confere

The iPhone 18 Pro can be ordered online and delivered to a customers doorstep within minutes in some locations. Yet, on launch day, people still chose to spend the night outside Apple Stores in cities such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi. For some buyers, the wait is not simply about securing a phone. It has [] The post Why People Queue Overnight For iPhone 18 Pro Despite Fast Home Delivery appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Indias Unified Payments Interface will remain completely free for every person-to-person transfer, the Ministry of Finance said on 15 September 2026. There is no transaction fee, platform fee or hidden charge on sending or receiving money between individuals, regardless of amount. That matters because P2P already accounts for about 70% of UPIs total transaction value. [] The post UPI Stays Free for People and Most Shops. Heres What Actually Changes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N

Nuakhai, the biggest agrarian festival of western Odisha, is being celebrated across the region with great fervour and enthusiasm on Tuesday. The festival holds deep cultural and emotional significance for the people of western Odisha, who mark the occasion by offering the seasons first harvested rice to the presiding deity and seeking the blessings of [] The post Nuakhai 2026: CM Mohan Charan Majhi Extends Greetings To People Of Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

The Kataka Development Authority (KDA) today celebrated its 44th Foundation Day at a grand function held at Windsor Place, Sector-6, Kataka. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, KDA Vice-Chairperson, Kirandeep Kaur Sahota, IAS, said that the 44-year journey of KDA is not merely a measure of time, but also reflects the transformation and development of [] The post KDA Celebrates 44th Foundation Day with Focus on Sustainable and People-Centric Urban Development appeared first on Pragativadi I

Continuous rainfall has led to a flood situation in the Subarnarekha river, with inflows of 6,500 cumecs from Galudihi on Wednesday night pushing water levels above the danger mark. According to Chief Engineer Dilip Kumar Rout, the flood peak is expected to hit by midnight, impacting Jaleswar, Baliapal, Bhograi, and Basta blocks. The water level [] The post Subarnarekha Swells, Flood Threatens Baleshwar, over 2.18 Lakh People Affected appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

Odisha continues to battle a moderate flood situation, with Brahmani and Baitarani rivers remaining swollen. According to EngineerinChief Dillip Kumar Rout, waterlogging is expected to persist for another 45 days, even as rainfall has reduced in some districts. In Jajpur and Bhadrak, river levels are gradually receding, but floodwaters will take several days to drain. [] The post Moderate Flood Situation in Odisha: Brahmani and Baitarani Rivers Overflow, 5 Lakh People Affected appeared first on

The flood situation in Odisha remains critical as continuous rainfall in the upper catchments has kept river levels rising, even as the first wave of floodwaters has yet to fully recede. Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) Rajesh Prabhakar Patil informed on Friday that 52 blocks in six districts are currently under the grip of floods, affecting [] The post Odisha Floods: 52 Blocks in 6 Districts Affected, Over 2 Lakh People Impacted | SRC Update appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i