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Team India made two strategic changes to their playing XI for the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand at Seddon Park, Hamilton. Pace spearhead Bhuvneshwar Kumar and mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy have been recalled to strengthen the bowling attack for the crucial series finale. The additions add depth and tactical variety to Indias lineup, [] The post Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Varun Chakaravarthy Return to India Playing XI for 5th T20I vs NZ appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Odisha is on high alert as Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari reviews cyclone preparedness, deploying NDRF/ODRAF teams, evacuating low-lying areas, and stockpiling relief supplies. The post Odisha on High Alert: Revenue Minister Leads High-Level Review Ahead of Impending Cyclone appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Just days after Cyclone Arnab unleashed record-breaking rainfall and widespread flooding across southern Odisha, Ganjam district is once again mobilizing for a potential new weather system. On October 31, the district administration issued a detailed cyclone update, outlining proactive measures ahead of possible heavy rain and cyclonic conditions expected on November 2 and 3. The [] The post Ganjam on High Alert: District Gears Up for Fresh Cyclonic Threat Days After Arnabs Devastating Floods ap

Accused allegedly entrapped a woman in Salia Sahi under the pretext of marriage before severing ties, leading to his arrest in Cuttack and court remand. The post Security Guard Arrested in Kataka After Woman Files Sexual Exploitation Complaint in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

France deployed approximately 70,000 security personnel on Saturday, October 31, 2026, preparing for a third consecutive weekend of widespread anti-government demonstrations coinciding with Halloween celebrations. The heightened security presence comes as French student unions announced plans to intensify their agitation by blockading high schools and universities across the country next week. Student Unions Announce Blockades [] The post 70,000 Security Personnel Deployed Across France as Stude

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attended the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) celebrations at the OSAP 7th Battalion Parade Ground today, marking the birth anniversary of the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister paid rich tributes to Sardar Patel and highlighted Odishas major milestone in eradicating Naxal [] The post Odisha Declared Naxal-Free as CM Mohan Charan Majhi Honours Sardar Patel on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas appeared first on P

In a major blow to an interstate narcotics smuggling syndicate operating between Odisha and Maharashtra, the Special Task Force (ANTF) seized approximately 97 kg of ganja near PN College in Khordha district on Saturday morning. The seized contraband is estimated to be worth around 49 lakh in the open market. During the operation, authorities arrested [] The post Odisha STF Busts Interstate Drug Syndicate; 5 Including Maharashtra Kingpin Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

The Odisha government has mounted a high-intensity drive to restore telecommunications in Ganjam district, the worst-affected area after Cyclone Arnab triggered torrential rains, flash floods, and widespread disruption across southern Odisha. In an official update issued on the evening of October 31, the Chief Ministers Office (CMO) stated that, following a high-level review, telecom services [] The post Odisha Puts Telecom Recovery on War Footing: 20 Ganjam Blocks Back Online After Cyclone Arna

Celebrating the rich lineage of traditional clay art, the state-level annual terracotta exhibition MRUTTIKA-2026 officially opened today at the IDCO Exhibition Ground in Bhubaneswar. Organised by the Department of Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts, and keeping the upcoming festival of Diwali in mind, the week-long craft fair runs through November 6, 2026, welcoming visitors daily from [] The post Terracotta Exhibition MRUTTIKA 2026 Begins in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs have restored electricity to 39.74 lakh of the 40.91 lakh consumers affected by Cyclone Arnab, over 97%, within two days of the storms landfall on 28 October. The restoration has been led by the DISCOMs linemen and field crews, who started work as soon as the winds eased. In heavy rain, [] The post Odisha Discoms Restore Power to Over 97% of Cyclone Arnab-Affected Consumers Within Two Days appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

A massive landslide triggered by torrential rains in the aftermath of Cyclone Arnab has devastated the hilltop hamlet of Gidipabali in Odishas Ganjam district, leaving 12 people still missing. The incident occurred in Baibali Panchayat under Bhanjanagar Block, along the Ganjam-Kandhamal border, where a huge volume of mud, rocks, uprooted trees, and water cascaded down [] The post Massive Landslide in Ganjam After Cyclone Arnab Leaves 12 Missing; Search Intensifies appeared first on Pragativadi I

In a coordinated effort to tackle artificial shortages and illegal trade of domestic gas cylinders, the Khordha District Supply Office and Tamando Police conducted separate high-impact operations across the capital city, seizing a total of 299 domestic LPG cylinders and arresting four individuals. Acting on complaints of illegal hoarding and severe LPG shortages reported by [] The post LPG Black-Marketing and Theft Rackets Busted in Bhubaneswar, 4 Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

Laxmisagar police have arrested a local youth leader on charges of sexually assaulting a woman at a hotel in the Bomikhal area of the capital city. The accused has been identified as Sashikant Lenka, alias Alok, a resident of Tihudi in the Niali block of Kataka district, where he serves as an elected Samiti member. [] The post Youth Leader Arrested for Alleged Rape in Bhubaneswar Hotel appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A 108 Ambulance crew in Chandbali, Bhadrak demonstrated exceptional honesty by returning cash and valuables to a seriously injured accident victims family. The post Beyond Duty: 108 Ambulance Crew Returns Belongings to Accident Victims Family in Bhadrak appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a massive victory for the protection of religious endowments in Odisha, a prime parcel of land measuring 28.84 acres, valued at over 600 crore, has been officially restored to Lord Jagannath. The Consolidation Commissioner under the Board of Revenue, Odisha, ordered the correction of land records in the Shankarpur Mouza of Puri tehsil, directing [] The post Court Cancels Fraudulent Transfer of Lord Jagannaths 600 Crore Property appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

Acclaimed actor R. Madhavan is set to return to the horror genre, joining forces with director Vishal Furia for an untitled supernatural feature film. The project is backed by producer Rohit Ranjan under his banner, Frostlit Production Limited. Furia, celebrated for crafting rooted, emotional, and psychological horror narratives such as Lapachhapi, the Chhorii franchise, and [] The post R. Madhavan Teams Up with Director Vishal Furia for New Horror Feature Film Chhorii appeared first on Pragativ

In a significant crackdown on official corruption, the Special Judge, Vigilance, Balangir, on Saturday convicted Chittaranjan Behera, Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical), TPWODL, MRT Raurkela Circle, in connection with a bribery case and sentenced him to four years of rigorous imprisonment along with a monetary fine. Following the pronounced judgment, Behera was immediately taken into judicial [] The post Odisha Vigilance Secures Conviction: TPWODL AEE Sentenced to 4 Years in Jail for Brib

The makers of the upcoming horror film Ghar No. 666 have officially unveiled the movies spine-chilling motion poster, building anticipation ahead of its nationwide theatrical release on Nov 27, 2026. Directed by Abhay Thaakuur, the supernatural horror feature promises to deliver an intense cinematic experience filled with suspense, eerie atmospheres, and unsettling mystery. Watch Video: [] The post Ghar No. 666 Motion Poster Out: Abhay Thaakuurs Horror Flick Arrives on Nov 27 appeared first on P

Odisha leads the nation in physical AB PM-JAY card distribution and claim settlements. New SHAS CEO Dr Parag Gavali enforces fraud checks and PM-RAHAT care. The post Odisha Leads Nation in AB PM-JAY Card Distribution & Health Claims Settlement appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a major move aimed at securing raw material availability for the domestic textile industry, the Government of India has extended the existing customs duty exemption on cotton imports up to December 31, 2026. According to the notification issued by the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, the amendment extends the previous exemption deadlinewhich was [] The post Govt Extends Customs Duty Exemption on Cotton Imports Until Dec 31, 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has strongly condemned the State Bank of India (SBI) following a massive data breach and mounting allegations of corruption among bank employees in Odisha. A recent leak on the dark web has compromised the personal data of nearly 3,897 SBI customers, exposing sensitive information such as mobile numbers, addresses, email [] The post Massive SBI Data Breach: BJD Slams Bank Over Dark Web Leak and Employee Corruption appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

In view of the prevailing flood situation and waterlogging caused by heavy rainfall in the aftermath of Cyclone Arnab, the Ganjam district administration has ordered the closure of all schools across the district until Nov 2. Addressing a press conference, the Ganjam District Collector announced that all educational institutionsincluding primary, secondary, and high schoolswill remain [] The post All Schools in Ganjam Closed Until Nov 2 Amid Severe Flood Situation appeared first on Pragativadi I

Vehicular movement along the key Burukhat route connecting to the historic and scenic Mahendragiri shrine has been fully restored following the rapid removal of landslide debris, administrative officials confirmed. Heavy rainfall over the region had triggered mudslides and dislodged large boulders onto the ghat road, causing severe disruptions to local transit and posing potential hazards [] The post Landslide Debris Cleared from Burukhat-Mahendragiri Road; Traffic Restored appeared first on Pra

A fresh depression has officially formed over the Bay of Bengal and is intensifying rapidly, according to updates from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The atmospheric system is expected to concentrate into a deep depression within the next 12 hours and further intensify into a cyclonic storm by the evening of November 2. Moving in [] The post Depression Forms Over Bay of Bengal, Likely to Intensify into Cyclonic Storm by Tomorrow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Main Examination 2025, conducted by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC), commenced on Saturday as scheduled despite calls from candidates and political representatives for its postponement due to severe weather disruptions. The examination began with Paper I (Odia Language) in the morning session, followed by Paper II (English Language) in the [] The post OCS Main Exam 2025 Begins Amid Heavy Rain and Flooding Concerns appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

Selecting the perfect smartphone as a festive gift requires balancing display quality, battery endurance, performance, and camera capabilities. For buyers with a budget around Rs 50,000, leading brands including Samsung, Nothing, vivo, Motorola, and Google offer impressive devices equipped with premium features. Leading the premium segment, the Samsung Galaxy S25 5G (Rs 54,999) features a [] The post Top 5 Smartphones Under RS 50K to Consider for Festive Gifting This Season appeared first on Pra

Officials and staff members of Lok Seva Bhawan solemnly observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on Oct 31, 2026, by taking a pledge to preserve the unity, integrity, and security of the nation. A special ceremony was organised at the Abhishek Hall in Lok Seva Bhawan to mark the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna [] The post Lok Seva Bhavan Observes Rashtriya Ekta Diwas with Pledge Ceremony to Honour Sardar Patel appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

A Delhi court on Saturday issued fresh bailable warrants against YouTuber and social media influencer Dhruv Rathee in connection with an eight-year-old criminal defamation case. Judicial Magistrate First Class Rahul Jain of the Saket Courts passed the order after noting that previous warrants were executed at an incorrect address in Austria rather than his Gurugram [] The post Delhi Court Issues Fresh Bailable Warrants Against Dhruv Rathee in Defamation Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Lates

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a high-level review meeting at the Special Relief Commissioners (SRC) office to assess the situation in Ganjam and Gajapati districts following heavy rainfall and landslides. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, and Special Relief Commissioner Deo Ranjan Kumar Singh attended the meeting alongside top [] The post Odisha CM Chairs High-Level Meeting to Review Ganjam & Gajapati Flood Situation appeared first o

Odisha government is deploying an advanced Indian Navy helicopter equipped with ground-scanning technology to search for villagers missing after the massive landslide in Ganjam. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari announced that the high-tech helicopter will take off from Bhubaneswar Airport to Bhanjanagar to survey the debris-laden terrain in Gidipabali. The specialised aerial sensors [] The post Naval Helicopter & Advanced Radar to Search for Missing Villagers in Ganjam Land

Orissa High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail application of Bidyabharati Panda, the wife of the deceased Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) Soumya Ranjan Mohapatra, in connection with his controversial death. Following the dismissal of her pre-arrest bail plea by the High Court, legal experts and officials indicate that Bidyabharati now faces potential arrest by [] The post Orissa HC Rejects Bidyabharatis Anticipatory Bail Plea in ACF Soumya Ranjan Death Case appeared first on Pragat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, October 31, 2026, commended scientists and engineers at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) following the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 mission carrying NVS-03, Indias next-generation navigation satellite. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F18) lifted off at 11:51 PM IST on Friday, October 30, from the Second Launch Pad [] The post PM Modi Congratulates ISRO on Successful GSLV-F18/NVS-03 Navigation Satellite Launch appeared

The BCCI Mens Selection Committee has revised Team Indias squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand, adding right-arm fast bowler Auqib Nabi to the roster for the first three One Day Internationals (ODIs). Nabi, who was originally named only in the squad for the fourth and fifth ODIs, will now be available to feature [] The post Auqib Nabi Added in Indias Squad for Opening Three ODIs Against New Zealand appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Patrapur block in Odishas Ganjam district experienced a historic downpour, recording an astounding 546 mm of rainfall within a 24-hour period. According to the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), this deluge stands as the fourth-highest single-day rainfall ever recorded in Odishas weather history. Highlighting past precipitation benchmarks, official records show that Thuamul Rampur in Kalahandi district [] The post Heavy Rain in Ganjams Patrapur Triggers Unprecedented Flood Warning: SRC appeared

Veteran Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, best known for directing cult crime thrillers like Kaante, Shootout at Lokhandwala, and Kaabil, passed away on Oct 30, 2026, at the age of 57. Reports indicate that Gupta suffered a fatal head injury after falling at his Mumbai residence. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed the tragic news on social media, [] The post Acclaimed Bollywood Director Sanjay Gupta Passes Away at 57 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A fresh cyclonic storm threat is brewing over the Bay of Bengal, raising concerns for coastal states. According to weather forecasters, a low-pressure system is expected to intensify into a depression within the next 6 hours, with a high likelihood of further strengthening into a cyclonic storm over the subsequent 24 hours. Once formed, the [] The post Fresh Cyclonic Threat Brews in Bay of Bengal; Landfall Expected Near Andhra Coast by Nov 2 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

Relief and restoration operations across Aska have been significantly escalated on Saturday, October 31, 2026, following the administrative disruption and coastal impact caused by Cyclone Arnab. The overall situation in the Ganjam district township is rapidly improving through multi-departmental coordination aimed at restoring public normalcy, informed Ganjam Collector and District Magistrate Shri Keerthi Vasan V. [] The post Relief and Restoration Intensify in Aska Post-Cyclone Arnab appeared f

Showing exemplary vigilance and swift tactical response, local law enforcement successfully averted a major criminal conspiracy today. Operating on intelligence regarding an armed syndicate, police intercepted a suspicious group possessing military-grade weaponry, including an AK-56 assault rifle and a carbine. While the swift operation led to the arrest of one key suspect, identified as Rohit [] The post Police Foil Major Criminal Plot in Sundaragada; AK-56 Rifle, Carbine, and Ammunition Seized

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced a five-year age relaxation for candidates applying for government jobs, providing major relief to job aspirants across the state. The decision follows widespread representations from candidates seeking an extension in the upper age limit for competitive examinations, according to sources. The newly introduced five-year concession will apply [] The post Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Announces 5-Yr Age Relaxation for Govt Jobs appeared first on Pragativadi

In a heart-wrenching incident triggered by relentless rain from Cyclonic Storm Arnab, a devastating landslide swept through Dangesi village under Raikia block in Kandhamala district, wiping out an entire family overnight. The victims have been identified as Achyuta Pradhan, his wife Anisha Pradhan, and their nine-month-old infant son. According to reports, a massive chunk of [] The post Landslide Wipes Out Family of Three in Kandhamala Village; CM Majhi Announces 4L Aid appeared first on Pragati

Following the devastation left in the wake of Cyclone Arnab, severe flooding has gripped the southern districts of Ganjam and Gajapati. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi undertook an aerial survey to assess the grim ground realities, accompanied by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari. From the chopper, the leaders witnessed firsthand the submerged villages, [] The post CM Majhi Conducts Aerial Survey as Severe Floods Ravage Ganjam and Gajapati appeared first on Pragativadi I L

OPSC examinations will be conducted as scheduled despite the flood situation triggered by Cyclone Arnab in Ganjam district, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said after reviewing the disaster response with SRC Rajesh Prabhakar Patil. The minister assured aspirants that all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure the smooth conduct of the examinations [] The post OPSC Exams to Be Held as Scheduled Despite Cyclone Arnab Flood Impact in Ganjam appeared first on Pragativ

A commercial helicopter carrying six people, including five pilgrims and one pilot, crashed near Chaien village close to Joshimath in Uttarakhands Chamoli district on Friday afternoon, October 30, 2026. The aircraft, operated by Trans Bharat Aviation, had taken off from Badrinath Dham at 1:12 PM IST and was en route to Sahastradhara helipad in Dehradun [] The post Helicopter Crashes Near Chaien Village in Joshimath With 6 Onboard; CM Dhami Orders Emergency Airlift appeared first on Pragativadi I

Emergency search and rescue operations have been launched in Uttarakhand after a commercial helicopter carrying six people, including the pilot, went missing near the Joshimath area of Chamoli district on Friday, October 30, 2026. The aircraft, operated by Trans Bharat Aviation, had taken off from Badrinath Dham at 1:12 PM and was en route to [] The post Helicopter Returning From Badrinath Goes Missing Near Joshimath appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The General Administration & Public Grievance (GA & PG) Department of the Government of Odisha issued a series of notification orders on October 30, 2026, effecting the transfer and posting of 42 senior Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) officers across various state government departments, public sector undertakings, and district administration roles. The notificationsranging from Notification No. [] The post Odisha Executes Major Administrative Reshuffle; 42 OAS Officers Transferred appeared

The 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme was directly transferred to eligible farmers bank accounts today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the national disbursement event virtually from Banaskantha, Gujarat, releasing over 18,690 crore to more than 9.34 crore farmers nationwide. In Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi joined the state-level [] The post PM-Kisan 24th Instalment Released: Odisha CM Majhi Reaffirms Unwavering Support for Farmers appe

Actor Pankaj Tripathi says the massive theatrical success of Mirzapur: The Movie and Hanuman Ansh has shattered industry misconceptions that actors not traditionally known for massive opening numbers cannot pull crowds to cinemas. Speaking on day two of the Jagran Film Festival, the 50-year-old actor addressed how trade experts often push fixed narratives, whereas moviegoers [] The post Audience Rewrites the Narrative: Pankaj Tripathi on Mirzapur Movie Shattering Box Office Stereotypes appeared

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Indian fast bowler Prasidh Krishna has been ruled out of the upcoming five-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting November 4, 2026, as he continues his recovery from a lingering hamstring injury. According to an official statement issued by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday, October 30, the 30-year-old pacer [] The post Prasidh Krishna Ruled Out of New Zealand ODIs Due to Hamstring Injury; Siraj and Nitish Reddy Drafted into India A appeared first on Pragativadi

State authorities across Northern West Bengal and Assam were placed on high alert on Friday, October 30, 2026, following a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) at the Shintaphu glacial lake in northwestern Bhutans Gasa district. The burst occurred below Wakila Mountain, sending a rapid surge of water into the upper reaches of the Punatsangchhu river [] The post Bhutan Glacial Lake Outburst Triggers High Alert in West Bengal and Assam; Jal Shakti Ministry Issues Sankosh River Warning appeared first