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Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday called upon the graduating students of Silicon University to convert their ideas and knowledge into enterprises that address real societal challenges. Addressing the third convocation ceremony of Silicon University in Bhubaneswar, the Governor encouraged the young graduates to harness emerging technologies for clean energy and environmental solutions [] The post Odisha Governor Urges Silicon University Graduates to Transform Ideas into Soluti

Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) Karanjia brought laurels to the district with a stellar performance at the CBSE Cluster Championships 202627, securing 2 Gold, 2 Silver, and 3 Bronze medals in athletics. Competing among athletes from over 300 schools and nearly 1,252 participants across Odisha, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh, the students displayed exceptional talent, discipline, [] The post EMRS Karanjia Triumphs at CBSE Cluster Championships 202627 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

In a significant development against corruption in local self-government works, the Court of the Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhawanipatna on Saturday, convicted two retired engineers of Khadial Notified Area Council (NAC) in Nuapada district and a contractor for misappropriation of government funds. The convicts are: Umesh Chandra Tripathy, Former Assistant Engineer (Retired), NAC Khadial Jayanta [] The post Two Ex-Engineers of Khadial NAC, Contractor Get 3-Year Jail in Corruption Case appeared f

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, addressed the inaugural session of the 56th Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) Annual Convention in Varanasi. Speaking on the convention theme, Ananta Kashi: Leading the Future of Tourism through Spirit, Culture, Cuisine, and Craft, Dy CM Singh [] The post Tourism as Growth Engine: Odisha Dy CM at FHRAI appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Indias national record holder Jyothi Yarraji clinched the bronze medal in the womens 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet at Kalinga Stadium. Yarraji clocked 13.24 seconds to secure Indias first medal of the meet. The race was dominated by Bahamas Charisma Taylor, who stormed to gold with a sub-13-second timing of [] The post Jyothi Yarraji Wins Bronze in 100m Hurdles at World Athletics Silver Meet appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

The World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet kicked off at Kalinga Stadium with a spectacular opening ceremony and electrifying atmosphere. Around 200 athletes from 23 countries are competing across 18 track and field events, making this Indias firstever Silverlevel Continental Tour event. The oneday meet, upgraded from last years Bronze level, offers higher prize money [] The post In Pics: World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet Lights Up Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

A former senior Indian Air Force officer has raised concerns over whether Indias Tejas Mk-2 fighter jet will remain operationally relevant by the time it enters service in significant numbers, pointing to rapid advances in Chinese fifth- and sixth-generation combat aircraft. Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, who retired as the IAFs Vice Chief less than two [] The post Operationally, Definitely No: Ex-IAF Vice Chief Questions Tejas Mk-2 Timeline appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

The Odisha Government has tightened rules on the engagement of consultants, Project Management Units (PMUs), and Technical Support Units (TSUs), introducing a five-year cap on their tenure in any department. According to fresh guidelines issued by the Finance Department, no consultant or personnel engaged under PMU/TSU will be allowed to continue beyond five years. Every [] The post Odisha Govt Caps Consultant Tenure at 5 Years appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Brea

Bhubaneswar Cyber Police arrested Rajendra Singh (31) of Mayurbhanj for his role in a large-scale online credit card fraud case. The arrest followed a complaint filed by 69-year-old Chidananda Rao Gaur, a retired Indian Bank employee, who lost Rs 9,00,034 after falling prey to a fake credit card advertisement on Facebook in March 2025. Investigators [] The post Bhubaneswar Cyber Police Arrest Mayurbhanj Man in Rs 9 Lakh Online Credit Card Fraud appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The Odisha government has announced new measures to strengthen river embankments following the recent floods, with plans to make them wider and higher. Special focus will be given to the Baitarani river embankments, officials said. Addressing a press meet at the Water Resources Department headquarters in Bhubaneswar, EngineerinChief Dillip Rout clarified that the breaches during [] The post Odisha Govt Plans Wider, Higher River Embankments After Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today declared that the fourth Saturday of August will be observed every year as Garima Diwas, dedicated to safeguarding the dignity and safety of sanitation workers. Addressing a national workshop on Mission Zero Ending Fatality in Sanitation Work at Lok Seva Bhavan Convention Centre, the Chief Minister emphasised [] The post Odisha CM Declares 4th Saturday of August as Garima Diwas to Honour Sanitation Workers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The Odisha Congress has demanded a twoday Special Session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly to deliberate on the recently enacted Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 (MMDR2026), which the party has branded a Dark Act. A delegation of Congress MLAs led by Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader Rama Chandra Kadam met Governor [] The post Odisha Congress Urges Governor to Convene Special Assembly Session on MMDR2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

Police in Jharsuguda district have successfully busted a fake dacoity case in the Badamal police station area, arresting four accused and seizing cash, mobile phones and motorcycles. According to police, the case was registered on August 20, 2026, under relevant sections of the BNS after a complaint by Radiant Cash Management Services Ltd. cash executive [] The post Jharsuguda Police Bust Fake Dacoity Case, Arrest Four appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

A tragic incident unfolded at Blue Lake near Mitrapur Panchayat in Nilagiri block of Baleshwar district, where two college students went missing while bathing on Saturday morning. According to preliminary reports, three friends Anshuman Patra (Bhadrak), Bhavesh Patra (Baripada), both students of Fakir Mohan Degree Colleges Commerce Department, and Roshan Nayak (Kendujhar), a student [] The post Two College Students Go Missing in Blue Lake, Baleshwar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

An American filmmaker travelling through India had an unexpected hospital experience in Odisha after falling seriously ill from overeating local food. What shocked him even more than the illness was the bill he received after treatment: nothing. Mike Noone, who had been travelling in India for around five days, reportedly suffered severe vomiting after eating [] The post American Filmmaker Stunned by Rs 0 Hospital Bill in Odisha After Overeating appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

A female elephant was found dead with bone remains inside Jharaberni Reserved Forest near Jharaberni village under the Kundheigola Section of Riamal Range on the night of 21 August 2026. Information about the incident was received at 10:35 pm from the Forester of Kundheigola Section. Senior forest officials, including the Assistant Conservator of Forests (Administration), [] The post Bone Remains of Female Elephant Found in Debagada Forest appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi are continuing to take their romance worldwide, stepping out hand-in-hand for a late-night date in London. The pair were spotted strolling through the city, confirming that their low-key relationship remains as strong as ever. Jenner looked effortlessly stylish during the outing, wearing a form-fitting gray dress paired with simple accessories. [] The post Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi Spotted Holding Hands on London Date appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

A leadership tussle appears to be brewing within the Bar Council of India (BCI), with Co-Chairman and senior advocate YR Sadashiva Reddy calling for Chairman Manan Kumar Mishras resignation, saying that the Bar deserves better. Reddy has raised several concerns over the functioning of the BCI and cited alleged 150 crore fund diversion, family appointments [] The post BCI Co-Chair YR Sadashiva Reddy Seeks Manan Mishras Resignation, Cites NALSAR Row appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha Ne

The Ratna Bhandar counting at Srimandir has been scheduled for August 31 and September 1, temple authorities confirmed. The decision was taken keeping in view the festival calendar and rituals observed at the temple. Officials stated that the counting will be conducted strictly in line with the governmentapproved SOPs to ensure transparency and order. The [] The post Srimandir Ratna Bhandar Counting on Aug 31 and Sep 1 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

Panic gripped UnitI Market in Bhubaneswar early Saturday morning when a major fire broke out, completely destroying two shops and causing losses worth several lakhs of rupees. Sources said the blaze was triggered by an electrical short circuit in one shop around dawn. Flames quickly spread to the adjoining establishment, reducing both units to ashes [] The post Fire Guts Two Shops at UnitI Market in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Commissionerate Police have achieved a major breakthrough in the Master Canteen violence case with the arrest of Online Auto Association President Dinabandhu Nayak, who had been absconding since the incident. He was apprehended in Puri. Nayak allegedly led the violent protest at Master Canteen Square, which left the capital in chaos. Before his arrest, he [] The post Master Canteen Violence: Absconding Online Auto Association Chief Arrested in Puri appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N

A potentially record-breaking El Nio is taking shape in the Pacific, with scientists warning that the event could become the strongest in more than a century and intensify global warming. For India, the developing climate pattern could mean further pressure on the monsoon, higher heatwave risks and disruption to agricultural output across two crop seasons. [] The post Biggest El Nio In Over A Century: India Faces Double Crop Hit As Global Heat Surges appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a heartbreaking incident at Khavdya Hills in Sambhajinagar, an 18-year-old boys demand for a new iPhone ended in the loss of three lives. Kunal Chandgude, distressed after his father refused to buy the phone due to financial constraints, attempted suicide by jumping off a cliff. His father, Murlidhar, a driver and the familys sole [] The post Family Falls to Death After Teens Suicide Attempt in Maharashtras Khavdya Hills appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

A significant hearing on the long-pending Mahanadi water dispute between Odisha and Chhattisgarh took place in New Delhi on Friday, with the tribunal expressing strong appreciation for the proactive efforts of both states Chief Ministers. The tribunal noted with satisfaction that Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai have [] The post Mahanadi Water Dispute: Tribunal Praises Odisha & Chhattisgarh CMs, Sets Sept 17 Hearing appeared first on Pragati

Records can be broken and medals can change hands, but character, determination and discipline remain eternal. These powerful words from Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati set the tone on Friday evening as the state prepares to host the prestigious World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet. Speaking at the welcome dinner for athletes, coaches, officials [] The post Odisha Governor Highlights Eternal Values of Sports Before World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet in Bhubaneswar appe

The Odisha Revenue Department today held a high-level senior officers meeting that placed strong emphasis on accelerating land reforms, delivering faster and more convenient services to citizens, and strengthening revenue collection. The meeting, chaired by Additional Chief Secretary Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee at Lok Seva Bhawan, reviewed key priorities for the coming months. Officials discussed [] The post Revenue Reforms Take Centre Stage as Odisha Honours Top Performer appeared first on Pragat

The three-day state-level photography workshop Kala O Camera 2026, organised by the Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi under the patronage of the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture, concluded today at the Kalinga Art Gallery. Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj graced the valedictory ceremony as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he described photography as a [] The post Photography Workshop Kala O Camera 2026 Concludes in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a chilling case that has stunned Balangir district in Odisha, police have unravelled a gruesome human sacrifice. Satrughan Sahu of Bagadagaon under Deogaon police station allegedly beheaded Santosh Kharsel and offered his blood to a goddess, believing the ritual would bring his wife back home after she left him eight years ago. The headless [] The post Odisha Man Beheads Stranger in Human Sacrifice to Bring Wife Home After 8 Years appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

In a high-level review, Union Secretary of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) Sudhansh Pant held a detailed meeting with Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg today to assess the implementation of central and state welfare schemes for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, minorities, backward classes, persons with disabilities, transgender persons and senior citizens. The [] The post Centre Lauds Odishas Welfare Push as Top Officials Review SC/ST, Disability & Transgender Schemes app

Odisha is mourning the tragic loss of Bharati Mukhi, a 26yearold sales executive from Baripada, who was killed in a road accident in Hyderabad on August 16. Bharati, employed at Lifestyle store in Inorbit Mall, was struck by a speeding Aston Martin while crossing the road near the mall. Police identified the driver as 21yearold [] The post Odisha Woman Dies in Hyderabad Aston Martin Crash, Andhra MPs Son Booked appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Delhi Police has registered a First Information Report (FIR) following the complaint of 19yearold Sahil Lochab, who alleged pellet gun injuries during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protest in the capital on July 20. The FIR was filed under Sections 118 and 125 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deal with causing hurt through [] The post Delhi Police Files FIR on Pellet Gun Complaint After Rahul Gandhis Dharna appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

In a decisive push to strengthen higher education in Odisha, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Friday chaired a high-level meeting of Vice-Chancellors, Registrars and Post-Graduate Council Chairpersons of all government universities at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre. The Minister conducted a comprehensive review of the functioning of the states universities and placed strong [] The post Fill Vacancies Fast, Boost Research & Startups: Odisha Higher Education Minister to VCs ap

In a high-level review meeting held this morning at the State Police Headquarters, Odishas Interim Director General of Police Vinaytosh Mishra interacted via video conference with all Range IG/DIGs and District Superintendents of Police across the state. The comprehensive discussion covered the current law-and-order situation, crime control strategies, identification of sensitive areas, review of major [] The post Odisha Interim DGP Reviews Law & Order | Festive Season & Citizen-Friendly Policin

The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports on Tuesday announced the National Sports Awards 2025, naming 17 sportspersons for the prestigious Arjuna Award. However, no sportsperson was selected for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, Indias highest sporting honour. The awardees were selected on the recommendations of a committee headed by former Supreme Court [] The post National Sports Awards 2025: Khel Ratna left vacant; 17 sportspersons get Arjuna Award appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

Ranchi witnessed a dramatic turn of events as the Jharkhand government announced the cancellation of the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (JSSC-CGL) examination following days of intense student protests. Chief Minister Hemant Soren declared that the Crime Investigation Department (CID) will investigate all examinations conducted by TSR Data Processing Private Limited (TDPL) since [] The post Jharkhand Cancels JSSC-CGL Exam, CID to Probe TDPL Tests Since 2014 appeared

East Coast Railway has announced the cancellation of both directions of the popular Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Express on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. Train No. 22840 BhubaneswarRourkela Intercity Express will remain cancelled on 18 August 2026. In the return direction, Train No. 22839 RourkelaBhubaneswar Intercity Express will also remain cancelled on the same day. The decision has [] The post Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Expresses Cancelled on Aug 18 Due to Link Train Delay appeared first on

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a re-test for three subjects of the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) June 2026 session English, Commerce, and Sociology following widespread concerns over errors in the question papers. The decision comes after candidates raised objections regarding factual inaccuracies, typographical mistakes, and translation flaws that [] The post UGC-NET June 2026: NTA Announces Re-Test for English, Commerce, Sociology appeared

In a decisive move to prioritise passenger health, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today ordered sweeping corrective measures after a full-day high-level review of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on drinking water quality in Indian Railways. The review, attended by the Chairman & CEO of the Railway Board and other senior officials, has [] The post Indian Railways Orders 20,000 Tank to Tap Filtration Systems for Safe Drinking Water After CAG Report appeared first on Praga

In a decisive move to prioritise safety, Utkal University has postponed all undergraduate (+3), B.Sc. ITM, B.Sc. Computer Science and B.Ed (UDTE) 4th semester examinations scheduled for 17 August 2026. The Controller of Examinations issued the official notification (No. CoE/2146/2026) on 16 August, citing the recent flood situation affecting several areas and the resulting disruption [] The post Utkal University Postpones +3 4th Semester Exams on Aug 17 Due to Floods appeared first on Pragativad

In a major step to tackle the acute shortage of teachers in secondary schools, the Odisha government has approved the appointment of 5,740 retired teachers as guest teachers for the 2026-27 academic year. The decision covers government, fully aided, and block grant high schools as well as Sanskrit tol institutions across the state. Additional Secretary [] The post Odisha to Appoint 5,740 Retired Teachers as Guest Faculty to Address High School Vacancies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

In a significant step toward strengthening technical education and skill development in Odishas tribal-dominated Koraput district, Minister for Industry, Skill Development and Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain, on Saturday laid the foundation stone for two new hostels at the Government Polytechnic campus in Jaypur Ambaguda. The ceremony marked the beginning of construction for a 200-bed [] The post Technical Education Boost for Koraput: Minister Lays Hostel Foundation, Signs MoUs for Ski

A 25-year-old youth went missing on Sunday evening at the popular Thipakhol Pathabak tourist spot under Sinapali block in Nuapada district, Odisha. The missing person has been identified as Basant Kumar, a native of Amalipada area in Chhattisgarhs Gariabandh district. According to available information, Basant Kumar had visited the Thipakhol tourist site along with his [] The post Youth Missing at Thipakhol Waterfall in Nuapada During Bolbam Journey appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will undertake an on-the-spot inspection of flood-affected areas in Bhadrak and Jajpur districts on Monday. The visit comes at a critical time as a low-pressure system over the northwest Bay of Bengal continues to bring heavy rainfall to northern Odisha. Both Bhadrak and Jajpur remain under red warning from [] The post CM Mohan Charan Majhi to Tour Flood-Hit Bhadrak & Jajpur Tomorrow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Political authority must work with administrative expertise not erase it. Arijit Dash, PhD scholar, Cambridge University A central question for Indian democracy is whether political leadership can still create room for expertise at the top of the state. Indias history contains important episodes in which powerful prime ministers backed professionals who then delivered transformative [] The post Politics Alone Cant Govern: Expertise Matters appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

With a low-pressure system brewing over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West Bengalnorth Odisha coast, Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Sunday convened a high-level review meeting to assess the states flood situation and readiness. The system is expected to intensify over the next 24 hours, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall, particularly over [] The post Odisha Ramps Up Flood Preparedness as Low Pressure Intensifies Over BoB appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

In a timely gesture of solidarity, Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati today flagged off relief materials donated by the Sri Sathya Sai Trust for Universal Welfare (SSSTFUW) for families affected by the recent floods in Bhadrak and Baleshwar districts. The materials were dispatched from Lok Bhawan in the presence of First Lady Dr. Jayashree [] The post Governor Dispatches Sai Trust Relief Kits to Flood-Hit Bhadrak & Baleshwar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

Vinaytosh Mishra, IPS, currently serving as CID, CB Director General of Police, formally assumed charge today as the Interim Director General of Police (DGP), Odisha at the DGP Office in Kataka. Mishras appointment comes at a crucial juncture for the state police, ensuring continuity in leadership and operational oversight. A seasoned officer with decades of [] The post Vinaytosh Mishra Takes Charge as Interim DGP of Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced two 15member squads for the upcoming Womens T20 Asia Cup in Dubai and the Asian Games in Aichi, Japan, with Fatima Sana returning to captain the side after missing recent T20Is due to her commitments in The Hundred. The Asia Cup will run from August 28 to September 13, [] The post Fatima Sana Returns as Pakistan Captain for Womens Asia Cup and Asian Games appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A tragic incident occurred in Kala village under Barakot police limits, where a TPWODL electricity worker died after coming in contact with a live wire during repair work. The deceased has been identified as Tuna Sahu of Dharampur village under Riamal police station, who was working as a helper with the power distribution company. While [] The post TPWODL Worker Electrocuted to Death During Line Repair in Debagada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A new lowpressure area has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West Bengalnorth Odisha coast, triggering forecasts of three days of heavy to very heavy rainfall across the state. According to IMD and Bhubaneswar Regional Meteorological Centre Director ManoramaMohanty, the system is expected to move northwestward and intensify further within 24 hours. [] The post Odisha Braces for 3 Days of Extremely Heavy Rainfall as Fresh Low-Pressure Forms appeared first on Pragativadi I Late