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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Prime Minister and Crown Prince of Dubai, met with Captain Smit Machchhar on Saturday to express the United Arab Emirates appreciation for his bravery and leadership. Captain Machchhar, an Indian national, prevented a catastrophic mid-air disaster when his co-pilot, Omani national Hamam al-Hammami, violently attacked and [] The post UAE Deputy PM Honours Indian Flydubai Pilot Smit Machchhar for Heroism and Courage appeared first on Pragati

Central Delhi transformed into a heavy-security zone for the second consecutive day as hundreds of demonstrators, spearheaded by student unions, civil rights figures, and prominent political leaders, attempted to march towards Jantar Mantar. The marchers, demanding the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, were intercepted and detained by Delhi Police after breaching [] The post Yogendra Yadav, Neha Bora Detained Near Jantar Mantar as Anti-CEC Demonstrations E

In a remarkable performance for imported animation, Doraemon: Castle of the Undersea Devil has registered a strong opening at the Indian box office, collecting an estimated Rs 2.9 crore gross on its first day. The impressive debut marks a major leap for the long-running Japanese franchise in the domestic market, setting up the film for [] The post Doraemon: Castle of the Undersea Devil Scores Big in India, Earns Rs 2.9 Cr on Opening Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

Tensions are set to flare up on the upcoming Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 20 as host Salman Khan takes contestant Qazi Touqeer to task over his controversial lollipop comment directed at fellow housemate Kanika Mann. In a newly released promo shared by the shows makers, the Bollywood superstar reprimands Qazi for repeatedly [] The post Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan Confronts Qazi Touqeer Over Lollipop Remark to Kanika Mann appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Break

A routine morning of farm work turned into a horrifying tragedy on Saturday when three people, including a married couple, were electrocuted to death after accidentally contacting an electrified barbed wire fence in Bihars Sitamarhi district. A fourth person sustained severe burn injuries and is currently battling for recovery at a local hospital. The incident [] The post Bihar Couple Among Three Electrocuted to Death by Illegal Farm Fence appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

A chilling incident unfolded at Sector 94 in Noida on Saturday after a 35-year-old man died by suicide after falling from the 43rd floor of the high-rise Supernova Society. The severity of the impact caused the victims body to split into two upon impact, leaving residents and bystanders in shock. The deceased was identified as [] The post Man Dies After Falling from 43rd Floor of Noidas Supernova Society appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The phenomenal theatrical journey of Hanuman Ansh shows no signs of slowing down. Entering its ninth week in cinemas, the biographical devotional drama collected a stunning Rs. 2.5 crore nett on Friday, successfully resisting competition from the high-profile release Drishyam: The Conclusion. The film concluded its initial eight-week theatrical run with a domestic net total [] The post Hanuman Ansh Crosses Rs. 300 Cr, Eyes Historic 9th Weekend appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i

A pregnant woman travelling aboard the BangiriposiPuri Express gave birth to a healthy baby girl on the platform of Bhubaneswar Railway Station on Saturday. According to reports, the woman experienced severe labour pains as the train approached Bhubaneswar. Immediately after the train pulled into the station, she was brought out onto the platform, where she [] The post Woman Delivers Baby at Bhubaneswar Railway Station appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

The Bhubaneswar Police shot and injured a youth accused in the chilling Nayapalli gunpoint sexual assault case during an encounter on Saturday. The accused sustained a bullet injury to his leg after he allegedly opened fire on officers while attempting to flee police custody. According to preliminary reports, the accused had recently forced his way [] The post Nayapalli Rape Accused Injured in Police Encounter; Admitted to Capital Hospital appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

While Ajay Devgn is well known for big box office openings in India with hits like Golmaal and Singham, his new film Drishyam: The Conclusion is setting records globally, breakingexpectations by delivering a historic domestic performance alongside a record-breaking opening day overseas. The film grossed approximately USD 1.925 million (Rs. 18.25 crore) internationally on its [] The post Drishyam: The Conclusion Smashes Global Records with Rs. 92 Cr First-Day Collection appeared first on Pragativ

Just ahead of the upcoming tourist season, the Nandankanan Zoological Park has brought great news for wildlife enthusiasts and families. On the occasion of State-Level Wildlife Week celebrations, the zoo administration officially opened new enclosures featuring 36 newly arrived animals and birds across 11 rare species for public viewing today. Among the star attractions are [] The post Nandankanan Zoo Welcomes 36 New Exotic Animals Ahead of Peak Tourist Season appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

In a major push to accelerate clean drinking water availability across Khordha district and the Chilika assembly constituency, Minister for Law, Works, and Excise, Prithviraj Harichandan, chaired a high-level review meeting today at the Lok Seva Bhavan conference hall. The meeting focused extensively on evaluating progress across key regional initiatives, including the ChilikaTangiBanpur piped water [] The post Khordha Piped Water Review: Minister Harichandan Orders On-Time Execution appeared fi

Governor and Chancellor of Universities Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday directed Vice-Chancellors of state public universities in Odisha to kickstart the recruitment process for vacant teaching positions by the first week of November and complete it before the month ends. Addressing a high-level review meeting on faculty recruitment at Lok Bhavans New Abhishek Hall, [] The post Odisha Governor Directs Universities to Complete Faculty Recruitment by November End appeared first on Pragativadi

Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to ecological preservation, scientific research, and sustainable development, the Government of Odisha celebrated the State-Level Wildlife Week 2026 with grand fervour at the State Convention Centre, Loka Seva Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. The event brought together conservationists, researchers, forest administrators, and nature enthusiasts to reflect on achievements and launch a series of forward-looking [] The post Odisha Celebrates Wildlife Week 2026 with Major

In an exhilarating display of grit, tactical brilliance, and unyielding determination, Indian wrestling phenom Aman Sehrawat captured the mens freestyle 57kg gold medal at the Asian Games 2026. Facing reigning world champion Han Chong Song of North Korea in a high-stakes final, Aman overcame an early deficit to secure an incredible 11-7 victory, adding a [] The post Aman Sehrawat Stuns World Champion to Claim Asian Games Gold appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

A 43-year-old man sustained severe injuries after being unexpectedly ambushed by a wild boar at Kuradposhi village, under the jurisdiction of Kundheigola police station in Debagada. The injured individual has been identified as Kasthu Sahu, a resident of Kuradposhi village. According to reports, the incident took place at around 6 AM when Kasthu was riding [] The post Man Critical in Wild Boar Attack in Debagada, Hospitalised appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

Conditions across Odisha are turning favourable for the withdrawal of the Southwest Monsoon, bringing warm weather alongside brief spells of rain and thunderstorms early next week. According to the latest bulletin issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar, there will be no significant change in day or night temperatures across the state over the [] The post Monsoon Retreat Begins in Odisha: Dry Days Ahead with Isolated Thunderstorm Alerts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

In a major breakthrough against cross-border digital financial crimes, the UPD Cyber Crime and Economic Offences Police Station in Bhubaneswar has dismantled a sophisticated mule account supply syndicate. Operating primarily out of Odishas Bhadrak district, the network recruited young individuals to supply fake business and personal bank accounts to cyber fraudstersincluding foreign handlers allegedly based [] The post Odisha Cyber Police Bust Inter-State Mule Account Racket Linked to Chinese Ha

Debagada police have cracked the murder case of 25-year-old Shiba Kindo, a resident of Ambulpani village under Tileibani block, revealing that six individualsincluding three juvenileswere involved in the crime. The three adult accused have been identified as Ashutosh Sindhiria (19), Kshirod Podh (19), and Raja Rana (21). Following the rejection of their bail pleas, they [] The post 6 Arrested in Dabagada for Killing Man Over Viral Video Blackmail appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

The protest at Delhis Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar continued for a second day on Saturday, with senior advocate Kapil Sibal, lawyer Prashant Bhushan, AISA president Neha Bora and others marching towards the protest site. The demonstration is centred on allegations of irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls [] The post Jantar Mantar Protest: Kapil Sibal, Prashant Bhushan Join Stir Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar appeared first on Prag

Highlighted by the distinguished presence of legendary cricketer Kapil Dev, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi officially inaugurated the 7th edition of the Odisha Travel Bazaar at the Mayfair venue in Bhubaneswar. Organised by the Department of Tourism, the flagship event aims to elevate Odishas rich heritage, scenic landscapes, and cultural tapestry onto the global travel [] The post 7th Odisha Travel Bazaar Kicks Off in Bhubaneswar: CM Majhi and Kapil Dev Champion State Tourism appeared first

A quiet day turned into tragedy on Saturday as two minors were swept away by strong currents while bathing in the Subarnarekha River near Rajpur, under the Jaleswar block of Odishas Baleshwar district. According to preliminary reports, the two youngsters had gone to the riverbanks to take a bath. However, they were suddenly overwhelmed by [] The post Two Minors Swept Away in Subarnarekha River in Baleshwar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A routine attempt to intervene in an ongoing domestic dispute ended in tragic bloodshed on Friday evening in Uliburu Burusahi, under the jurisdiction of the Badabil police station in Kendujhar district. What was intended as a family counselling session escalated rapidly, leaving one man dead and another on the run from law enforcement. The deceased, [] The post Family Counselling Turns Fatal as Man Beats Brother-in-Law to Death in Kendujhar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

Former BIGBANG member T.O.P (Choi Seung-hyun) and former After School member turned actor Nana (Im Jin-ah) have officially confirmed they are in a romantic relationship. The news follows an exclusive report by South Korean media outlet Dispatch, which published photographs of the pair on dates and revealed they had been quietly seeing each other for [] The post K-Pop Stars T.O.P and Nana Formally Confirm Romantic Relationship appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bat first against West Indies in the third and final ODI at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. The day-night encounter is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM IST, with the toss taking place 30 minutes earlier. India have already secured an [] The post India vs West Indies 3rd ODI: Gill Wins Toss, India Opt to Bat First appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

India beat Pakistan by 19 runs in the Asian Games 2026 mens cricket final on Saturday at Korogi Sports Park, posting 211 for 6 and restricting the chase to 192 for 6. It is Indias second consecutive gold in the event, after Hangzhou 2023, and completes a cricket double at Aichi-Nagoya after the womens team [] The post India Beat Pakistan by 19 to Win Asian Games 2026 Cricket Gold appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi welcomed the Union Ministry of Educations decision to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Studies in Classical Pali at the Central University of Odisha (CUO) in Koraput. Terming it a proud moment for Odisha, the Chief Minister emphasised that the decision marks a vital step toward preserving Indias [] The post Centre of Excellence for Classical Pali Approved at Central University of Odisha; CM Majhi Hails Proud Moment appeared first on Pragativadi

Renowned social worker Kabya Priya Dhal has achieved a major academic milestone by earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from the Department of Management at KIIT University, Bhubaneswar. Her doctoral dissertation centres on a comparative study of inclusive education, social change, and human development in contemporary India. The research explores the crucial interlinkages between [] The post Social Worker Kabya Priya Dhal Awarded PhD in Management by KIIT appeared first on Pragativadi I

The Delhi Police have registered three FIRs in connection with Fridays protests near Jantar Mantar over the functioning of the Election Commission and alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The cases were registered at the Parliament Street and Connaught Place police stations based on daily diary entries made by police [] The post Jantar Mantar Protest: Delhi Police Register 3 FIRs Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar Stir appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

The India-Pakistan Asian Games 2026 gold-medal clash gained an early flashpoint when Pakistan spinner Saim Ayub celebrated the dismissal of Indias young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with a baby cradle gesture. India won the toss and opted to bat first, with Sooryavanshi opening alongside Abhishek Sharma. The teenager initially took time to assess the pitch before [] The post India vs Pakistan Asian Games Final: Saim Ayubs Celebration After Sooryavanshis Dismissal Grabs Attention appeared first on

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

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

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

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

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