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The 41st council meeting of the Kataka Municipal Corporation (KMC), chaired by Mayor Subash Singh, turned heated on Friday as corporators raised strong objections over the alleged improper utilisation of funds under the Chief Ministers Urban Development Scheme and persistent basic infrastructure failures across the city. Nearly 66 crore had been allocated under the scheme [] The post KMC Council Meeting Erupts Over Fund Misuse and Civic Woes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

A single positive case has brought COVID-19 back into the spotlight in Odishas capital. On Thursday, a 50-year-old resident of the Baramunda area in Bhubaneswar tested positive for the virus at a private hospital, marking the first reported infection in the city in recent months. The man had been admitted to the private facility due [] The post COVID Sneaks Back into Bhubaneswar: 50-Year-Old Tests Positive appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

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

In a decisive move to ensure no eligible beneficiary is left behind, the Odisha government has directed all district collectors to immediately clear a massive backlog of pending applications under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana. Suresh Kumar Vashishth, Principal Secretary of the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, has issued a strongly [] The post Odisha: 63,848 Madhu Babu Pension Applications Pending Collectors Told to Clear by Aug 18 appeared first on Praga

Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg today visited the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department at Lok Seva Bhawan and conducted a comprehensive review of its ongoing programmes and progress. She interacted with senior departmental officers as well as field-level functionaries from districts and blocks who joined virtually. Highlighting the critical role of the department in [] The post CS Anu Garg Reviews Panchayati Raj Dept, Calls for Dedicated Push Towards Viksit Odisha 2036 appeared first on

In a significant administrative move, the Odisha Police has ordered the transfer of one Assistant Sub-Inspector and three Inspectors to new postings across the state. The decisions were taken by the Police Establishment Board on 14 August 2026 and issued through official orders from State Police Headquarters, Kataka. Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police Sanjay Kumar Muduli, [] The post Odisha Police Orders Immediate Transfers of ASI and Three Inspectors appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a significant move aimed at modernising Indias broadcasting landscape, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has decided to remove the long-standing 12-minute advertisement duration cap for television channels. The restriction, in place since 2006 under the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994, will no longer apply once the amendment is notified in the Gazette. Two [] The post Govt Removes 12Minute Ad Limit, TV Channels Gain Flexibility appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha Ne

The Biju Janata Dals political committee today held a high-level meeting under the chairmanship of party president and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik, taking stock of pressing issues facing Odisha and charting a clear course of action. The closed-door discussions focused on the difficulties being faced by farmers in registering for kharif paddy procurement, the [] The post BJD Vows Street Agitation Over Mining Bill and Education Crisis After Key Political Committee Meet appeared first on Pr

On the eve of Independence Day, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today joined the Partition Horrors Remembrance Day programme at the Convention Centre of Lok Seva Bhawan and described the 1947 Partition as one of the darkest and most painful chapters in human history. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, the Chief Minister [] The post Odisha CM Marks Partition Horrors Day as Call for National Unity appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a landmark move set to reshape Indias defence manufacturing landscape, Reliance Industries Limited and British engineering giant Rolls-Royce on Friday announced their strategic intent to jointly design, develop, manufacture and deliver a fully indigenous combat engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme. The partnership, unveiled simultaneously in London and Mumbai, will also [] The post Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce Forge Strategic Alliance to Power Indias Next-Gen

Heavy rains in the upper reaches have sent water levels soaring across multiple rivers in north Odisha, creating a tense flood situation that could linger for days even after the skies clear. Jalaka has already breached the danger mark, Baitarani is in a full flood situation, and the Subarnarekha is steadily climbing. The biggest worry, [] The post North Odisha Rivers on the Rise: Jalaka Crosses Danger Mark, Baitarani and Subarnarekha Swell appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

A low-pressure system currently active over Jharkhand and the Gangetic West Bengal region is set to keep Odisha wet for the coming days. The system is moving west-northwestwards through Jharkhand and is expected to head towards north Chhattisgarh. Within the next 12 hours, it is likely to weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area. Regional Meteorological [] The post Odisha Braces for More Rain as Depression Weakens Yellow Alert Till August 18 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) marked a significant milestone in its quest to make the temple city flood-resilient. During the 43rd General Council meeting held at Ekamra Hall under the chairmanship of Mayor Sulochana Das, the Draft Comprehensive Stormwater Drainage Master Planprepared in association with IIT Roorkeewas formally presented. The partnership traces back to 18 [] The post Bhubaneswar Charts a Future-Ready Path Against Urban Flooding appeared first on Pragativadi I Lates

In a strongly worded letter that underscores deepening Centre-State tensions, Odisha Leader of Opposition and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik has written to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, expressing grave concern over the recent passage of The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 by Parliament. Patnaik, who heads the principal [] The post Naveen Patnaik Sounds Alarm Over MMDR Bill, Urges CM Majhi to Defend Odishas Mineral Rights appeared first o

In a significant step towards strengthening rural infrastructure across the state, the first meeting of the High Power Committee (HPC) on the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) for the financial year 2026-27 was held today at Lok Seva Bhavan. The meeting was chaired by Deoranjan Kumar Singh, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to the Government [] The post Odisha HPC Approves RIDF Projects for FY 2026-27 | Irrigation, Roads & More appeared first on Pragativadi

The political row over Congress leader Rahul Gandhis remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modis foreign policy escalated on Friday, with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stressing that Indias relationship with Italy is based on mutual respect and understanding. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the issue while speaking to reporters, emphasising that India and Italy [] The post Rahul Gandhi Meloni Jibe: MEA Says India-Italy Ties Based on Mutual Respect appeared first on Pragativadi I

Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has opened up about a more personal side of motherhood, revealing that her daughters, Anya and Diva, sometimes struggle with insecurities about their appearance. Farah made the candid revelation during a recent episode of her YouTube vlog featuring Lock Upp 2 contestant Akanksha Choudhary. The conversation turned to self-confidence and [] The post Farah Khan Reveals Daughters Anya and Diva Feel Ugly: Even They Are Very Insecure appeared first on Pragativadi

Following the retirement of incumbent Director General of Police (DGP) and Head of Police Force Y.B. Khurania on August 16, 2026, Vinaytosh Mishra, currently serving as DGP, CID (Crime Branch), will continue to hold additional charge of the post of DGP (Head of Police Force) with effect from August 16, 2026, until further orders. Chief [] The post Vinaytosh Mishra Named Acting Odisha DGP After Khuranias Exit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Sunita Ahuja has criticised husband Govinda over his repeated public appearances with his Roopa co-star Komal Rani, saying the actress is daughters age. Actor Govindas wife Sunita Ahuja has once again spoken out about his recent outings with his Roopa co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar. The actor has been seen with Komal at public events and [] The post Sunita Ahuja Slams Govinda Over Komal Rani Outings, Calls Him Sugar Daddy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

In a major boost to Odishas fight against corruption, the Additional Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhubaneswar, today convicted Tarini Charan Das, a retired Section Officer of the Allotment Section in the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), and sentenced him to three years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine. The case, registered under Sections 13(2) read with [] The post Retired BDA Officer Jailed for 3 Years in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

As another significant step towards making Odishas cooperative sector more modern, technology-driven, transparent, efficient, and self-reliant, the IT Skill Enhancement Training Programme for PACS and LAMPCS officials through OS-CIT was formally launched today. At the inaugural programme held at the State Convention Centre, Lok Seva Bhawan, Minister of Cooperation, Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts, Shri Pradeep [] The post Odisha Launches IT Skill Training for PACS & LAMPCS Officials Through

Security agencies in the national capital were put on high alert on Friday after the Delhi High Court and several other sensitive locations received bomb threats, just a day before Independence Day celebrations. The Delhi High Court received a threat through email, with the message carrying the subject line 30 MB Blast at the Delhi [] The post Delhi High Court, IGI Airport Among Sites Hit by Bomb Threats Ahead of Independence Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

Some journeys begin with dreams; others begin with the struggle to survive. For one mother, every day once meant cleaning toilets to put food on the table and raising her young son after being left by her husband. But hardship did not have the final word. Today, that difficult past has given way to a [] The post GARIMA Gives Wings to a Dream: Odishas First Woman Desludger Rises from Struggle to Dignity appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .