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An under-trial prisoner (UTP) died suddenly in the Paralakhemundi Sub-Jail of Gajapati district, sparking allegations of negligence against jail authorities. The deceased has been identified as Runa Bada Rait, a resident of Jirang village, Atila Sahi, under Raigarh police station. According to reports, Runa was arrested by Raigarh police on August 7 in connection with [] The post Under-Trial Prisoner Dies in Paralakhemundi Sub-Jail, Family Alleges Negligence appeared first on Pragativadi I Lates

A drunken brawl in Kendujhar district turned fatal on Saturday evening, claiming the life of ward member Manoj Kumar Nayak, popularly known as Nalu. The incident occurred in Harichandanpur block under Revanapalaspal Gram Panchayat. According to reports, Manoj was drinking with friends when a heated argument broke out. During the altercation, one of the men [] The post Kendujhar Ward Member Killed After Drunken Brawl appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A tragic incident occurred in Bhubaneswar late Saturday night when a man jumped into the Kuakhai River from the Tankapani Bridge. The deceased has been identified as Bhavani Shankar Khatei, a resident of Barik Sahi in Old Town. Reports state that Khatei arrived at the bridge on his scooter between 10:30 pm and 11 pm, [] The post Overnight Search Ends as Body of Bhubaneswar Youth Recovered from Kuakhai River appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A shocking incident unfolded in Sambalpur, Odisha, on Saturday night when a 40-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her husband over suspicions of an extramarital affair. The deceased, identified as Heena Begum, was attacked near Sen Park by her husband Syed Samsad Ali following a heated argument. According to Additional SP Ajay Mishra, Syed suspected [] The post Sambalpur Woman Killed by Husband Over Extramarital Affair Suspicion appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

Rayagada Police have busted an inter-district bike theft gang, arresting three key members and recovering 22 stolen vehiclesincluding 21 motorcycles and one auto-rickshaw. Addressing a press conference on Sunday, Rayagada Superintendent of Police (SP) Raj Prasad detailed the successful operation carried out by a special police team. According to police sources, the gang had been [] The post Rayagada Police Bust Inter-District Bike Theft Racket; 3 Arrested, 22 Vehicles Recovered appeared first on

Indias journey at Miss World 2026 came to an end in the Top 40, with Indian contestant Nikita Porwal missing out on a place among the Top 20 at the pageants finale in Nha Trang, Vietnam, on September 5. Nikita, who won the Femina Miss India 2024 title, represented India at the 75th anniversary edition [] The post Miss World 2026: Nikita Porwal ends Indias journey in Top 40 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Railway authorities in Bihar launched urgent rescue and restoration operations on Sunday morning after the Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed near Arrah Railway Station. The incident involved the trains engine, SLR, and H-1 bogie, which went off the tracks approximately 200 metres from platform number two. Officials confirmed that no casualties or passenger injuries occurred, [] The post Sikkim Mahananda Express Derails Near Arrah Station in Bihar appeared first on Pragativadi I Lates

Opposition leaders on Sunday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for again using the term Dimagi Naxal during his address at Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), accusing him of turning an academic event into a political platform. Modi referred to the term while addressing SRCCs centenary celebrations on Saturday. He said those supporting ideas he [] The post Opposition targets PM Modi over Dimagi Naxal remark at SRCC: New labels to hide failures appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Salman Khan brought back a memorable Bigg Boss moment while welcoming Manoj Tiwaris daughter Rhiti Tiwari to Season 20 of the reality show. The new promo features Manoj, who participated in Bigg Boss 4, arriving on stage before revealing that he is there to drop off his daughter. Rhiti then takes the stage and performs [] The post Salman Khan tells Manoj Tiwaris daughter Rhiti baap pe mat jaana on Bigg Boss 20 premiere appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

An emotional farewell was accorded to CRPF Jawan Jayaprakash Gahir, who passed away suddenly while serving the nation. Hundreds of grief-stricken locals gathered as his mortal remains arrived at Kantabanji to pay their final respects. Jayaprakash was posted in Bilaspur. On the day of the incident, as he was preparing to leave for duty, he [] The post CRPF Jawan Jayaprakash Gahir Laid to Rest with Guard of Honour in Balangir appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Fourteen-year-old Jensi Kanabar scripted history at the J200 Astana Open in Kazakhstan, defeating Japans Natsuki Irokawa 6-2, 3-6, 6-2 in a marathon final lasting two hours and 59 minutes. The victory marked her third career title and maiden triumph at the J200 level. The win will propel Kanabar 32 places up the world junior U-18 [] The post 14-Year-Old Jensi Kanabar Wins J200 Astana Open appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Season 2 of Samay Rainas Indias Got Latent is streaming on Netflix, with the latest episode featuring Varun Dhawan, Medha Shankr, Nishant Tanwar and Sharon Verma. The episode also featured Ahmedabad-based contestant Vijay Poriya, who tried to entertain the panel with jokes about flights and dogs. However, when he appeared to steer his answer towards [] The post Samay Raina stops Ahmedabad plane crash joke on Indias Got Latent 2: Give a different answer appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

Eastern China is reeling from the impact of Typhoon Saudel, which unleashed torrential rains, mudslides, and flooding across multiple provinces. A mudslide in Suichuan County, Jiangxi, killed two people and left ten missing after collapsing a dozen houses. Rescuers rushed to relocate residents to safer ground, pulling survivors from debris while continuing search operations. State [] The post Two Dead, Ten Missing as Mudslide Hits Chinas Jiangxi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The US Open 2026 delivered a mix of dominance and drama on Sunday. Coco Gauff, the 2023 champion, powered past Spains Cristina Bucsa 6-3, 6-4 to reach the fourth round for the fifth consecutive year. Despite trailing early in the opening set, Gauff found her rhythm, breaking Bucsa twice before sealing the win. Im just [] The post US Open 2026: Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka Advance; Iva Jovic Stuns Alexandra Eala in Thriller appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

The US Open 2026 witnessed a day of gripping drama and stunning upsets. Francisco Cerundolo produced one of the tournaments biggest comebacks, overturning a two-set deficit to eliminate ninth seed Taylor Fritz 3-6, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4. The Argentines resilience carried him into the fourth round at Flushing Meadows for the first time, while Fritz [] The post US Open 2026: Cerundolo Stuns Fritz, Swiatek Survives Bouzkova, Blockx Upsets Cobolli appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is likely to appoint a deputy chief executive officer soon, days after naming Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as its first full-time chief executive officer. Trust secretary Govind Dev Giri said the search committee has already prepared panels of candidates in three categories through a transparent process. No [] The post Ram Mandir trust likely to appoint deputy CEO, panel of candidates ready appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

The US Open delivered a day of shocks as Madison Keys and Amanda Anisimova bowed out in the third round, while Mirra Andreeva continued her breakout season by advancing to the Round of 16. Keys squandered a 5-0 lead in the final set against Zheng Qinwen, who mounted one of the tournaments most stunning comebacks [] The post US Open 2026: Madison Keys and Amanda Anisimova Exit Early, Mirra Andreeva Shines appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The 14-year-old daughter of CJP activist Sanjay Azad has alleged that her familys home was surrounded and stones and bricks were thrown at the house, days after the Jantar Mantar assault case involving her father returned to the spotlight. In a series of videos shared on X, the minor alleged that people linked to the [] The post Jantar Mantar assault case: Minor CJP activist alleges stone pelting outside home, seeks police security appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

Pakistan womens team coach Wahab Riaz has backed his side to win the Womens Asia Cup 2026 despite their crushing seven-wicket defeat to India on Saturday. Pakistan were bowled out for just 55 in 18.1 overs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, their lowest-ever total in womens T20I cricket. India then chased down the target [] The post Wahab Riaz calls Pakistan best side in Womens Asia Cup after Indias 55-all-out demolition appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

What began as a grassroots movement in rural India has transformed into a powerful global campaign. In a historic development, the United Nations General Assembly has officially designated November 27 as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage, backing an initiative spearheaded by child rights advocates. The resolution was formally [] The post UN Declares Nov 27 as International Day to End Child Marriage appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

The State Transport Authority, Odisha, has announced the rollout of an e-Detection system from September 1, 2026, aimed at tightening enforcement of vehicle documentation and compliance. The initiative mandates that all motor vehicles plying on public roads must possess valid Pollution Under Control Certificates (PUCC) and Insurance, as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and [] The post Odisha to Enforce e-Detection for Vehicle Compliance from Sept 1 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly taken the mobile phones of members of the Pakistan cricket team into custody ahead of the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston. According to reports in sections of the Pakistan media, the phones will remain with the PCB until the conclusion of the Birmingham Test. It [] The post PCB reportedly takes Pakistan players phones into custody ahead of 3rd England Test appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

Thousands of employees of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have sought clarity from the government over the space agencys future role amid the growing involvement of private companies in Indias space sector. Nine employee associations representing staff across several ISRO centres have written to ISRO chairman and Department of Space secretary V Narayanan, seeking [] The post Thousands of ISRO employees seek clarity on privatisation plans, write to chairman V Narayanan appeared firs

The Centre has appointed Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal as the chief justice of the Rajasthan High Court, ending the courts prolonged wait for a regular chief justice amid an ongoing controversy surrounding acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. The appointment was notified on Saturday night as part of a larger order naming eight new chief [] The post Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal appointed Rajasthan High Court chief justice amid controversy over acting CJ appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

The Odisha Vigilance Department has recovered another 4 lakh in cash from the residence of Kendrapara Drainage Division Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) Anupama Sahoo, taking the total cash seized from her possession and premises to 7.15 lakh. The fresh recovery was made during an ongoing search at Sahoos residential premises in Kendrapara following her interception [] The post Odisha Vigilance recovers Rs 4 lakh more from Kendrapara AEEs residence; cash haul reaches Rs 7.15 lakh appeared firs

In a concerted effort to transform the capital from a concrete jungle into a vibrant, pollution-free green city, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has ramped up its massive urban plantation drive. In collaboration with the City Forest Division and the Chandaka (Wildlife) Division, the civic body aims to plant an ambitious 100,000 saplings this year [] The post Bhubaneswar Green Mission: 15 Miyawaki Forests & 1 Lakh Saplings Target appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday agreed to urgently hear a habeas corpus petition concerning Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Kuldeep Kumar after the party alleged that Delhi Police picked him up from his residence in the early hours of the morning. The plea was mentioned before a bench comprising Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya [] The post Where Is Kuldeep Kumar? AAP Alleges Delhi Police Picked Up MLA; Delhi HC Agrees To Urgent Hearing appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breakin