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An IndiGo flight travelling from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday after a power bank caught fire onboard the aircraft. Flight 6E 6115, operated by an aircraft registered as VT-NOE, was en route to Chennai when crew members detected smoke and flames originating from a passengers portable power bank. Following standard emergency [] The post IndiGo Delhi-Chennai Flight Diverted to Hyderabad After Power Bank Catches Fire appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

Captain Smit Machchhar, the Flydubai pilot hailed for his extraordinary courage during a mid-air crisis, has become a household name across India. His bravery in saving passengers after being stabbed by his co-pilot on a DubaiTel Aviv flight has turned him into a symbol of resilience and duty. Yet, alongside admiration for his heroism, public [] The post Captain Smit Machchhar: Hero Pilots Surname and Its Fascinating Gujarati Origins appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

The Congress party has announced a major organizational reshuffle in Uttar Pradesh, appointing Aradhana Mishra Mona as the new state unit president and Saharanpur MP Imran Masood as working president. The move signals a strategic recalibration as the party gears up for the 2027 Assembly elections. Aradhana Mishra, a three-time MLA from Rampur Khas, replaces [] The post Aradhana Mishra Named UP Congress Chief, Imran Masood Working President appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

Baleshwars Jaleswar police have arrested a 27-year-old man from Jharkhand who was allegedly posing as an RTO official and handing over fake documents to goods-vehicle operators near National Highway 60. His associate escaped during the raid, the police said. The arrested man has been identified as Sambhu Sahu of East Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Police said [] The post Fake RTO Operator Arrested in Jaleswar, Aide Absconding appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

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

A major political and administrative row has erupted in the capital city after BJP Corporator Bandita Pal of Ward No. 37 launched a sit-in protest against the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC). The corporator has accused BMC officials of fraudulently handing over a government plotoriginally designated for a ward officeto a private developer for parking purposes. [] The post BJP Corporator Sits on Protest in Bhubaneswar Over Unlawful Land Allotment to Builder appeared first on Pragativadi I

Former Olympian and Jalandhar Cantonment MLA Pargat Singh has been appointed president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC), replacing Amarinder Singh Raja Warring. The Congress announced the leadership change on Friday, shortly after Warring met Rahul Gandhi in Delhi and submitted his resignation from the state party chiefs post. Pargat Singhs appointment comes ahead [] The post Pargat Singh Appointed Punjab Congress Chief Ahead of 2027 Polls appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Od

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 .

Thirty endangered folk art forms from different districts of Odisha were showcased at the folk art festival Lok Ranjani Ama Kala Ama Asmita, organised at Rabindra Mandap in Bhubaneswar on Friday. The festival was organised by the Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi under the aegis of the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, with an [] The post 30 Endangered Odisha Folk Art Forms Showcased at Lok Ranjani Festival appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

Hockey India has announced a cash reward of Rs 11 lakh for each player of the Indian womens hockey team following their historic Asian Games gold-medal triumph in Japan. Members of the support staff will receive Rs 5.5 lakh each for their contribution to the teams successful campaign. India defeated defending champions and Olympic silver [] The post Hockey India Announces Rs 11 Lakh Reward for Each Player After Historic Asian Games Gold appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

In pursuance of the vision of the Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, to achieve a Child Labour Free Odisha, a coordinated 44-day campaign has been launched across the State to make all Gram Panchayats Child Labour Free. The exclusive campaign commenced today, 2 October 2026, on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, with the adoption [] The post Odisha Launches 44Day Mission to Free Villages from Child Labour appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

French tennis star Arthur Fils showcased his rising dominance on the ATP Tour with a commanding straightsets victory over American Frances Tiafoe in the second round of the Japan Open in Tokyo. The 20yearold, ranked World No. 9, triumphed 63, 75 to secure his place in the quarterfinals, extending his unbeaten headtohead record against Tiafoe [] The post Arthur Fils Downs Frances Tiafoe in Tokyo Open Thriller appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah remarked on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putins appreciation of Prime Minister Narendra Modis relentless efforts toward global peace is a source of immense pride for every Indian. Coming on the auspicious occasion of Mahatma Gandhis birth anniversary, the acknowledgement underscores Indias evolution under PM Modis [] The post Amit Shah Hails Vladimir Putins Praise of PM Modis Global Peace Efforts appeared first on Pragativadi I

The eighth edition of the PM Mementoes e-auction, featuring a unique collection of gifts and artefacts presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been officially extended until Oct 31, 2026. Public bidding is live on the official portal, pmmementos.gov.in, allowing citizens to acquire rare keepsakes while contributing to a noble environmental cause. This latest edition [] The post PM Mementoes 8th Edition E-Auction Extended: Check Details & Catalogue appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Od

Veteran Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has officially announced his retirement from first-class cricket, bringing the curtain down on a 17-year red-ball journey. The 35-year-old spinner acknowledged that while his long-cherished dream of earning an India Test cap is no longer within reach, he remains fully motivated to continue fighting for his place in Indias white-ball [] The post Yuzvendra Chahal Announces Shock Retirement From First-Class Cricket appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

The theatrical re-release of Marvel Studios 2019 blockbuster, Avengers: Endgame Encore, has sparked a massive wave of excitement among fans in North America and across the globe, proving the enduring power of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Hitting theatres on Sept 25, the special re-issue has quickly established itself as a top performer at the box [] The post Avengers: Endgame Encore Box Office, Re-Release Nears $90M Globally appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Break

Expressing deep concern over womens safety in the state capital, Odisha State Womens Commission member Urmila Mahapatra visited the Nayapalli police station to review the progress of the high-profile gunpoint assault case involving a 26-year-old woman engineer. The incident, which occurred in a residential area under the Nayapalli police limits, has sent shockwaves across Bhubaneswar. [] The post Nayapalli Rape Case: Odisha Womens Commission Inspects Police Station, Demands Swift Action appeared

Traffic on the National Highway near Jaydev Vihar in Bhubaneswar came to a standstill when a goods-laden vehicle suddenly overturned on the busy NH, scattering bundles of cargo and sacks across the road and disrupting traffic on one side of the highway. The unexpected mishap led to long queues of stranded vehicles, causing massive delays [] The post Goods Vehicle Overturns in Bhubaneswar, Causing Major Traffic Jam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Ahead of the upcoming Dussehra festivities, the Odisha government has stepped up relief efforts, directing officials to disburse compensation to all flood- and heavy-rain-affected families before the puja celebrations begin. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced that the compensation distribution process has been accelerated following a high-level review meeting with district collectors from [] The post Odisha Flood-Hit Families to Get Aid Before Dussehra: Minister app

Parveen Hooda closed the hardest chapter of her career on Friday in Aichi-Nagoya, beating Paris Olympics bronze medallist Chen Nien-chin of Chinese Taipei by a split 3-2 decision to win the womens 65kg gold at the Asian Games. The win is Indias second boxing gold of the day, after Lovlina Borgohains 75kg title earlier, and [] The post Parveen Hooda Wins Asian Games 2026 Boxing Gold in Womens 65kg appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The romantic comedy Prem Keetanu, starring Veer Pahariya in the lead role, has officially hit theatres today. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, the film serves as the official Hindi-language adaptation of the blockbuster Malayalam hit Premalu, which originally starred Naslen and Mamitha Baiju under Girish ADs direction. The story follows Vishal Thakur (Veer Pahariya), a [] The post Prem Keetanu Release: Cast, Plot & Facts to Know About Veer Pahariyas Film appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The Hope Diamond, a rare deep-blue gemstone weighing about 45.5 carats, is among the worlds most famous diamonds. Its striking colour and extraordinary history have also earned it a reputation as the worlds most cursed diamond. But behind the dramatic stories lies a complicated history involving India, French royalty, theft, recutting and wealthy American owners. [] The post Hope Diamond: The Dark Legend of the Cursed Diamond With an Indian Connection appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odish

The Badabazar police in Ganjam District have arrested an OSRTC bus driver on charges of raping a woman, recording her intimate photos and videos, and later blackmailing her for money and threatening to make her private content go viral on social media. The accused has been identified as 36-year-old Latpasa Sethi from Siddheswar village under [] The post Brahmapur OSRTC Driver Arrested for Rape, Blackmail & Leaked Intimate Videos appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

The disappearance of Subhashree, a young woman from Rajapur village under the Rajnagar police limits in Odishas Kendrapada district, has taken a deeply mysterious turn, leaving investigators and locals grappling with unanswered questions. According to reports, Subhashree has been missing since the 25th of the month, yet a formal written complaint at the local police [] The post Subhashree Missing Case: 7-Day Delay in Police Complaint Deepens Mystery in Kendrapada appeared first on Pragativadi I

Assassinated in 1948, Mahatma Gandhi left no dynasty and no party machine. Seventy-eight years later his methodand his contradictionsstill shape protests, courtrooms and diplomacy worldwide. The post The Man Who Would Not Stay Dead: Gandhis Strange Afterlife appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Indian contingent made massive waves at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, adding two stellar medals to the nations sailing tally following a gripping day of water sports. Sailors Harshita Tomar and Shital Verma clinched a remarkable bronze medal in the womens skiff event after a nail-biting conclusion to the competition. The dynamic Indian pair [] The post Asian Games 2026: Harshita Tomar & Shital Verma Win Sailing Bronze appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Break

Milk prices are set to rise across Odisha as the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation (OMFED) has announced revised retail rates for its popular milk variants from October 4, 2026. Under the new pricing, Toned milk will see the biggest increase of Rs 4 per litre, rising from Rs 54 to Rs 58 per [] The post OMFED Milk Price Hike in Odisha From October 4 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha government has raised the monthly consolidated pay of retired government servants brought back on contract, fixing a new slab that runs from 15,000 to 55,000 and applying it at once to both existing and fresh engagements. Finance Department Office Memorandum No. FIN-CS3-PEN-0001-2018/25744/F, dated October 1, 2026, supersedes the remuneration order of September 29, [] The post Odisha raises re-engagement pay for retired staff to 55,000, four years after the last revision appeared firs

The Government of Odishas Finance Department has issued major transfer notifications covering over 100 officers across OFS (SSG, SAG, SG, SB) and OT&AS cadres. The post Odisha Finance Dept Reassigns Over 100 Senior OFS & OT&AS Officers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The newly opened Barapullah Phase-III flyover, designed to improve connectivity between east and south Delhi, has triggered widespread traffic congestion within days of opening, with authorities identifying major bottlenecks at points where the new corridor connects with the existing road network. The elevated stretch connecting Mayur Vihar with the existing Barapullah corridor has attracted traffic [] The post Barapullah Phase-III Traffic Chaos: Design Flaws Explained appeared first on Pragativ

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested Harwinder Kumar alias Sonu Barnala at New Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport upon his deportation from the UAE on October 1, 2026, in Punjab Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader Vikas Prabhakars murder. According to reports, the VHP leader was shot dead by operatives of the designated terrorist group Babbar [] The post NIA Arrests VHP Leader Vikas Prabhakars Murder Accused After UAE Deportation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N

As the new sugar season officially commences, the Government of India has rolled out aggressive measures to keep the market stable and protect consumers from unfair price hikes during the upcoming festive season. Citing the need to maintain an uninterrupted supply chain, authorities have officially revised stock-holding limits and shortened holding periods for sugar dealers [] The post Government Tightens Sugar Holding Norms to Curb Festive Hoarding and Stabilise Prices appeared first on Pragati

Odishas Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj has said no final decision has yet been taken on resuming student union elections across the states colleges and universities. Speaking to reporters, the minister noted that the issue remains unsettled even at the government level, while confirming that the Higher Education Department has consistently supported holding the polls. [] The post Odisha Student Union Polls Still on Hold as Minister Says No Final Call appeared first on Pragativadi I

Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has opened up about her experience hosting Lock Upp season 2, calling the reality show her dream job and revealing that the stint unexpectedly helped her connect with her children and their teenage friends. Farah hosted the second season of the reality show alongside actor Riteish Deshmukh, with the duo [] The post Farah Khan Calls Lock Upp 2 Her Dream Job, Reveals How It Changed Her Bond With Kids appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

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

Panic and public outrage gripped the Capital Hospital area in Unit-6 after customers discovered worms crawling in a popular street-side dahibara. Several customers who had already consumed parts of the snack noticed the contamination mid-meal, prompting them to throw away the food in disgust and immediately alert the local police. While police personnel rushed to [] The post Worms Found in Stale Dahibara Near Capital Hospital Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Tensions reached a boiling point in the latest episode of Bigg Boss Telugu 10 as a routine captaincy task devolved into a heated verbal altercation and physical brawl between housemates Aman Masud and Thrigun. The conflict unfolded shortly after Apoorva was crowned the new captain of the house. As the contestants divided into two groups [] The post Bigg Boss Telugu 10: Viewers Shocked as Aman Masud and Thrigun Get into Physical Fight During Task appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

A tragic case of alleged corporal punishment has surfaced in Koraput district, where a 10-year-old student died while undergoing treatment at the District Headquarters Hospital (DHH) after being brutally beaten by his school headmaster. The victim, identified as Ganga Jani, was a Class 5 student residing at the Gadapadar Hostel School near Jayapur. He belonged [] The post Class 5 Student Succumbs After Alleged Brutal Assault by Headmaster in Koraput School Hostel appeared first on Pragativadi I

The second season of the hit reality show Rise & Fall has kicked off with intense drama. Former BJP spokesperson and political commentator Shehzad Poonawalla has found himself at the center of back-to-back controversies inside the house. Following a violent altercation that led to the sudden eviction of reality TV star Siwet Tomar, Shehzad has [] The post Shehzad Poonawalla Urged Rise & Fall 2 Producers to Spare Siwet Tomar After Physical Altercation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Tensions escalated in Katrakunda village in the Ramgiri Panchayat of Boipariguda block after a local resident locked the primary school and the adjacent Anganwadi center, alleging that the institutions were built on his ancestral land. The unexpected shutdown forced young students to sit by the roadside to continue their lessons for the day on Wednesday, [] The post Students Forced onto Roadside After Man Locks School Over Land Dispute in Boipariguda appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a landmark moment for Indian sailing, the dynamic duo of Prince Noble and Manu Francis etched their names in history by clinching the silver medal in the mens skiff event at the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday. Competing at the Kaiyoh Yacht Harbour during Day 13 of the Aichi-Nagoya Games, the debutant pair put [] The post Prince Noble and Manu Francis Clinch Historic Silver in Mens Skiff at Asian Games 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A tragic incident of severe oversight and negligence has cost the life of a 15-year-old Class 10 student in Khordha. Arnab Sahu, a student of Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (OAV) Bhakarsahi in Balipatna block, tragically drowned in a deep pond earlier today, triggering widespread grief and anger across the region. Arnab, the only son of Manoj [] The post Class 10 OAV Student Drowns in Khordha, School Negligence Alleged appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

With the Odisha Legislative Assemblys monsoon session set to open on Tuesday, the ruling BJP Legislature Party held a strategy meeting on Monday evening and said it would place complete facts and evidence before the House against what it called misleading narratives by the Opposition. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Dr Mukesh Mahaling said the governments first [] The post Facts Over Fiction: BJP Vows to Counter Opposition Narratives in Odisha Assembly appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odish

Narayan Seva Sansthans 47th free mass wedding in Udaipur united 50 couples, including persons with disabilities. Read how 100 brides and grooms took seven vows and began new family lives. The post Narayan Seva Sansthan 47th Mass Wedding: 50 Couples Tie Knot in Udaipur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

IMD Meteorological Centre Bhubaneswars Special Bulletin-1 (10 pm, 21 Sept 2026) says Depression BoB/06/2026 near 17.7N, 87.8E will intensify into a Deep Depression and cross between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur late 23early 24 Sept, with Red alerts for isolated extremely heavy rain over south Odisha. The post Red Alert for GanjamGajapatiKoraput as Bay Depression Takes Aim at South Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

BJD, after a legislature party meeting chaired by Naveen Patnaik, says it will press the Odisha government to move a House resolution seeking withdrawal of the MMDR Amendment Act and flag delays in supplying corrected Class IVIII textbooks as the Monsoon Session opens. The post BJD to Raise Mineral Rights and Textbook Delay as Odisha Assembly Opens appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In the presence of Chief Secretary Anu Garg, Odishas Panchayati Raj Department and SELCO Foundation signed a 5-year MoU to boost livelihoods, health, clean energy and entrepreneurship in six southern districts. The post Odisha Inks Pact with SELCO Foundation to Transform Six Southern Districts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In view of potential incessant rainfall across the state, Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dr Mukesh Mahaling chaired a high-level virtual review meeting on Monday to evaluate the health departments operational readiness and ensure uninterrupted healthcare services for citizens. During the meeting, officials conducted a comprehensive review of emergency medical preparations, availability of essential [] The post Odisha Health Minister Directs Officials to Ensure Emergency Aid Ahead of Heav

The Ashok Tripathy Committee on Sept 21, 2026 submitted its report on Odisha teachers problems to CM Mohan Charan Majhi. The panel met 104 unions and held 90 meetings. The CM said recommendations will be examined before decisions. The post Ashok Tripathy panel hands over teachers report; CM Majhi says decisions will follow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .