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Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (Retd.) has been appointed the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which oversees the construction and management of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Mishra, decorated with the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal (SYSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM), served the [] The post Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra Becomes First CEO of Ram Temple Trust appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

A temple believed to be dedicated to Goddess Ganga Devi has resurfaced at Podampeta Sea Beach in Odishas Ganjam district, nearly 25 years after it was submerged by the advancing sea. Parts of the structure, including its upper portion (Dadhinauti), became visible following a recent recession of the sea, drawing curious locals to the site. [] The post Submerged Ganga Devi Temple Resurfaces in Ganjam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Koman police arrested four accused from Jamnagar, Gujarat, in connection with a gunfire incident at Paer village of Nuapada district. The arrests follow allegations that the shooting stemmed from a dispute over a love affair. Police seized a pistol, one live bullet, and an empty shell from the accused. The incident, which occurred on July [] The post Nuapada Love Affair Row Sparks Gunfire, Four Arrested in Gujarat appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The flood situation in Dasarathpur block of Jajpur district has worsened, forcing the closure of 65 schools on Wednesday as rising river water levels and waterlogging disrupted education for thousands of students. The District Education Office ordered suspension of classes in government, governmentaided and private institutions across the block, covering elementary, secondary and higher secondary [] The post 65 Schools Shut in Jajpur as Baitarani River Crosses Danger Mark appeared first on Praga

At least five people were killed and 68 injured after a wedding near Sirik, a coastal area along Irans Strait of Hormuz, was reportedly hit during a US attack, according to Iranian state media. Irans Mehr news agency reported that a four-year-old child was among those killed. The casualty figures were also reported by Irans [] The post Iran Claims 5 Killed at Wedding in US Attack Near Strait of Hormuz, 68 Injured appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A well-marked low-pressure area over west Jharkhand and adjoining areas is expected to influence weather conditions across several states, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of central and eastern India over the next few days. According to the IMDs update based on observations at 5:30 am IST [] The post Low-Pressure Area Over Jharkhand to Bring Heavy Rain in 8 States; Odisha Also On Watch appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

The road outside Brahmapur Circle Jail did not look like a prison gate this evening. It looked like a campaign square. Garlands, slogans and a crush of supporters waited as former Brahmapur MLA and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Ganjam district president Bikram Kumar Panda walked out after the Orissa High Court granted him conditional bail [] The post Bikram Panda Walks Out of Brahmapur Jail After HC Bail in Pitabas Panda Murder Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breakin

Senior Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) officer Bijaya Kumar Mishra has assumed charge as the Additional General Manager (AGM) of East Coast Railway (ECoR). A 1991batch IRAS officer, Mishra brings over 35 years of experience in railway finance, project management, train operations and administration. He will continue to serve as the Principal Financial Adviser (PFA) [] The post Bijaya Kumar Mishra Assumes Charge as ECoR Additional GM appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has strongly criticised the MMDR Amendment Act 2026, alleging that it strips Odisha of its rightful authority over mines and mineralbearing land, thereby undermining the federal structure. At a press conference in Shankha Bhavan, Rajya Sabha MP Dr Santrupt Mishra said the Act has permanently taken away the states rights [] The post BJD Slams BJP Over MMDR Amendment Act, Claims Odisha Loses Rs 1 Lakh Crore appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the deadline for fresh admissions and reregistration for the July 2026 academic session till September 15, 2026. Students can apply for Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PG Diploma and Certificate programmes through the official portals. For reregistration, a late fee of Rs 200 will be applicable. Special concessions have [] The post IGNOU Extends July 2026 Admission Deadline to Sept 15 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has intervened in the case of 30yearold tribal woman Lachhanti Majhis death at the Nuapada District Headquarters Hospital, directing the Collector and CDMO to submit an Action Taken Report within two weeks. The intervention follows a complaint filed on August31 by Human Rights Front India president Manoj Jena, alleging [] The post NHRC Orders Probe into Lachhanti Majhis Death in Nuapada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has withdrawn its call for a September 5 march from India Gate to Delhi Police Headquarters after the Centre gave assurances before the Supreme Court regarding its pending commitments. CJP spokesperson and co-convener Saurav Das told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that the organisation had decided to withdraw the protest [] The post CJP withdraws September 5 India Gate march after Centres assurances in Supreme Court appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Senior IPS officer JNPankaj today took over as Inspector General of Police (IG), Southern Range, from outgoing IG NitiShekhar in a formal handover ceremony held at the Range Headquarters. The transition took place on Tuesday morning in the presence of senior police officials and staff. ShriPankaj expressed gratitude to the Odisha Government for entrusting him [] The post J N Pankaj Assumes Charge as IG Southern Range Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Four days after police lifted him from his Nuasahi home in Nayapalli, the son of a former Odisha transport minister is in custody, and a Rajya Sabha MP has now put a price, a date and a political sting on the dispute. Ajit Kumar Sahu, son of former BJD minister and three-time Parjang MLA Nrusingha [] The post The Rs 2-crore story is a lie: BJP MP after arrest of ex-ministers son appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Bhubaneswar is set to host a rare national gathering of womens welfare leadership this week, as the National Commission for Women and the Government of Odisha open the first Shakti Summit State WCD Leadership Conclave from 1 to 3 September 2026. The inaugural ceremony will be led by Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, [] The post NCW First Shakti Summit in Bhubaneswar: 25 States Join Odisha for Womens Safety Conclave appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Break

India on Monday rejected the latest pronouncement by the World Bank-backed Court of Arbitration (CoA) concerning the Indus Waters Treaty, calling the body illegally constituted and asserting that its decisions have no bearing on Indias actions. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the court was constituted in violation of the treaty and that India [] The post India rejects Indus Waters Treaty award, calls Court of Arbitration illegally constituted appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Od

The Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of Dr Debendranath Nayak, Former Senior Surgery Specialist at District Headquarters Hospital (DHH), Jharsuguda. Dr Nayak, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section 13(2) r/w 13(1)(d)/7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for demanding and accepting a bribe from a complainant to conduct a hydrocele [] The post Jharsuguda DHH Doctor Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

As many as seven people are feared dead and around 24 injured after a massive explosion ripped through a firecracker factory in Mahmoodpur under Pipri police station limits of Uttar Pradeshs Kaushambi district. The blast caused widespread damage, with three houses reportedly catching fire. Rescue teams rushed to the scene, and several injured victims were [] The post Several Dead, Dozens Injured in Kaushambi Firecracker Factory Explosion in UP appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i

Odisha marked State-Level Local Self-Government Day with a large public programme at OUAT Krishi Siksha Sadan, where Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid the foundation for 593 urban development projects across 62 cities and towns. Of the 593 works, 423 projects worth about 102 crore were dedicated to the public, while foundation stones [] The post Odisha CM Inaugurates 593 Urban Projects Worth Rs 323 Crore on Local Self-Government Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

In a landmark move to expand Indias digital payments footprint, NPCI International Payments Ltd. (NIPL) has signed a commercial agreement with Uzbekistans National Interbank Processing Centre JSC (NIPC), operator of the national payment system HUMO. The partnership, announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modis bilateral visit to Uzbekistan, enables Indian tourists, business travellers, and students to [] The post NPCI International, Uzbekistans NIPC Partner to Enable UPI Payments via UZQR appe

Bhubaneswar is about to sit closer to Hyderabad on the aviation map. Star Air, the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, will introduce 24 new weekly flights to Odisha from 4 September 2026, including a direct HyderabadBhubaneswar service and the return of flights between Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda. The expansion is aimed at travellers who [] The post Star Air Launches 24 Weekly Flights to Odisha, Direct HyderabadBhubaneswar from 4 Sept appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

After days of swollen rivers and waterlogged villages, Odishas flood map is shrinking. Officials say the overall situation is under control. Relief, rescue and restoration have not been stood down. The sharpest remaining picture is in Jajpur. Dasarathpur block is still affected: 19 gram panchayats, 62 villages. Twenty-two relief camps are open for 8,983 people. [] The post Waters Fall, Watch Continues: Odishas Flood Response Shifts From Rescue to Restoration appeared first on Pragativadi I Lates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek on Monday, using a sideline conversation at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit to send a clear message: India wants stronger ties with Tehran, but it also wants the guns to fall silent and the sea lanes to stay open. The talks, confirmed by the [] The post Modi Invites Irans President to Indias BRICS Summit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a shocking incident, two Malayali women living in California were killed in separate but connected events on August28, with their common friend arrested in connection with the deaths. The victims have been identified as Anjana Hari (35), a native of Thrissur, and Ann Mary Mathew (40), from Thiruvananthapuram. Their friend Anila (32), originally from [] The post Two Kerala Women Killed in US, Friend Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Congress and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government in Tamil Nadu is facing fresh speculation of a rift after Congress Legislature Party leader and MLA Tharahai Cuthbert was shifted to the front row of the Opposition benches in the state Assembly. Cuthbert was previously seated alongside TVK MLAs. Her change of seat on Monday came [] The post Congress vs TVK in Tamil Nadu Assembly? Seat shift fuels rift over Vijay as PM pitch appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced the combined convocation ceremony of 18 National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campuses in New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, the President highlighted the textile and apparel sectors role as both cultural heritage and livelihood backbone for millions. She emphasised that supporting traditional artisans would encourage future [] The post President Murmu Inspires NIFT Graduates with Call for Global Vision and Cultural Roots appea

The Orissa High Court has granted conditional bail to former Brahmapur MLA Bikram Panda in connection with the murder of lawyer Pitabas Panda. Earlier, the Additional District and Sessions Judge, Brahmapur, had rejected Pandas bail plea. Following this, he approached the High Court, which allowed his petition. Pitabas Panda was shot dead on October6,2025, near [] The post Orissa High Court Grants Bail to Former MLA Bikram Panda in Pitabas Panda Murder Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

Kulsum Nigar of Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, who had gone missing amid the devastating flash floods in Nepal, has safely returned home. Kulsum was reported missing after the floods struck on August26, leaving her family in deep anxiety. The Odisha government alerted the Ministry of External Affairs and coordinated with Nepalese authorities to trace her. She [] The post Baripada Girl Kulsum Nigar Returns Odisha Safely from Nepal Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

A tragic incident occurred in Nuapada district when a youth drowned while attempting to cross a river. The deceased has been identified as LochanMajhi of Kakeramanji village. According to reports, Majhi was swept away by the strong current while crossing the river yesterday. Despite immediate efforts, he drowned before help could reach him. On receiving [] The post Nuapada Youth Drowns While Crossing River, Body Recovered appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

Panic gripped parts of the Sunabeda forest area in Nuapada district after a youth from GadabhataPada was critically injured in a wild bear attack while grazing cattle. The victim, identified as HarendraMajhi, was attacked suddenly by a bear, sustaining deep injuries to his head and eyes. Locals rushed him to the Sunabeda health centre, where [] The post Nuapada Youth Critically Injured in Bear Attack While Grazing Cattle appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

OdishaVigilance secured the conviction of KartikeswarSahu, Former SoilConservationOfficer, Purunakatak,Boudhagada, in a disproportionate assets (DA) case. Sahu, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section13(2)readwith13(1)(e) of the PreventionofCorruptionAct,1988 for possessing assets beyond his known sources of income. The SpecialJudge,Vigilance,Phulbani, sentenced him to oneyear of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000. Following the [] The post Boudhagada For

Odisha witnessed 214% excess rainfall in the past 24 hours, with several districts recording heavy to extremely heavy showers. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the states average rainfall stood at 24.9 mm, against the normal 7.9 mm. The highest rainfall was recorded in Sundaragadas Tensa (162.2 mm), followed by Debagadas Barkote (127.2 mm), [] The post Odisha Records 214% Excess Rainfall; IMD Issues Orange Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

The Odisha State Election Commission (SEC) has launched a pilot doortodoor voterlist verification drive in Bhubaneswar ahead of the upcoming Panchayat and Urban electionsin 2027. The initiative aims to ensure clean, errorfree and transparent electoral rolls across the state. The pilot survey will run from September3to11 under the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), covering three Assembly [] The post Pilot VoterList Verification to Begin in Bhubaneswar from Sep3 appeared first on Pragativad

Star India batter VaibhavSooryavanshi delivered a recordbreaking performance in the DuleepTrophy semifinal, scoring a magnificent 92runs against CentralZone and shattering a 57yearold record. At just 15yearsand157days, Sooryavanshi became the youngest player in DuleepTrophy history to score a halfcentury, surpassing LaxmanSinghs 1969record of 16yearsand23days. Opening the innings for EastZone alongside AbhimanyuEaswaran, the teenager dominated the bowlers [] The post Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Breaks

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to impose restrictions on the proposed September 5 march in Delhi by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), saying matters concerning law and order should be handled by the appropriate authorities. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, said [] The post Supreme Court Refuses to Restrict CJPs September 5 Delhi March, Leaves Law-and-Order Decision to Authorities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The Odisha School Education Programme Authority(OSEPA) has issued an official directive for the conduct of Summative AssessmentI (SAI) for the academic year202627. According to the circular signed by Additional Director(Quality)Smt.AmitaPattnaik, the SAI examinations for ShishuVatikaIII to ClassVIII will be held in all Government and Governmentaided schools across the state during the fourth week of September2026, [] The post SummativeI Exams in Odisha Schools Scheduled for Fourth Week of Septem

Indian travellers planning a Central Asian holiday have a new reason to consider Uzbekistan. The country has announced a 30-day visa-free entry regime for Indian citizens, making it easier for tourists to explore its historic cities, Silk Road heritage, traditional cuisine and cultural attractions. The announcement was made by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during delegation-level [] The post Uzbekistan Visa-Free For Indians: 30-Day Entry Opens Up Silk Road Adventure appeared first on Pragat

A Rice ATM has been inaugurated in Dhenkanal district, becoming the latest addition to Odishas innovative food security initiative. The facility was formally opened by the Supply Minister, Krushna Chandra Patra, marking the states second such installation after Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda. The Rice ATM will provide 24hour service to beneficiaries, who can withdraw their entitled [] The post Odisha Opens Rice ATM in Dhenkanal With 247 Service appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) marked Local SelfGovernment Day with the unveiling of several major projects aimed at strengthening civic infrastructure and improving living conditions in the capital city. Among the highlights is the states first pet crematorium, set to be inaugurated soon by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, offering residents a dignified facility for [] The post BMC Launches Drainage, Waste Management, Urban Projects on Local SelfGovernment Day appeared first on P

All schools in Odishas Baragada district will remain closed today in view of the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall and the issuance of a red warning. The District Education Office issued an order directing that all schools across the district suspend classes for the day. The precautionary measure was [] The post Schools Shut in Baragada Amid Heavy Rain Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Stray Kids member Lee Know has extended support to families affected by the devastating floods in Nepal, donating 100 million won (around US$72,600 or approximately 64 lakh) through World Vision. The K-pop star made the donation on August 28 and requested that the funds be used for immediate relief as well as livelihood assistance for [] The post Stray Kids Lee Know Steps Up For Nepal Flood Victims With 100 Million Won Donation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Brea

Nepal has sounded a new flood alert as the combined death toll from last weeks catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet crossed 900, with more than 5,000 people still missing. Authorities in Kathmandu said water levels in the Bhotekoshi River are rising dangerously, raising fears of another flash flood. Rescue crews are racing against time [] The post Nepal Floods: Death Toll Crosses 900, New Alert Issued appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are set to hold their first ministerial-level meeting of a newly formed regional defence grouping in Istanbul on Monday, following the signing of a landmark defence agreement in Mecca earlier this month. The meeting comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and is expected to bring together senior [] The post Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Hold First Mecca Pact Meet: 10 Things To Know appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has highlighted Indias long-standing tradition of offering refuge to people fleeing persecution, saying the country has welcomed communities from different faiths and allowed them to preserve their identities. Speaking at the Hindu Vishwa Bandhu Embrace the World in Friendship event in Canada, Bhagwat said Indias approach to diversity was rooted [] The post Came As Aggressors, But Still Thrive: Mohan Bhagwat Praises Indias Asylum Tradition In Canada appeared first on Pra

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal has said the proposed white-ball series against India has not been cancelled, revealing that the BCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are still discussing possible dates for the tour. The development comes amid strained relations between the two neighbouring countries and uncertainty surrounding the [] The post Tamim Iqbal says India series still on, admits Bangladesh should have definitely played T20 World Cup appeared first on

A 16-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by the driver and conductor of a sleeper bus in Greater Noida earlier this month, police said on Monday. The two accused have been arrested and the bus has been seized for forensic examination. According to police, the alleged incident took place near Pari Chowk on August 4. [] The post 16-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Gang-Raped Inside Sleeper Bus In Greater Noida; Driver, Conductor Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Shefeen Ahamed K, a 2003-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre and Inspector General of Police in the Crime Branch, died on Monday while undergoing treatment for cancer at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram. He was 50. A native of Kerala and an engineering graduate from the College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET), Ahamed had been [] The post Odisha Cadre IPS Shefeen Ahamed K Loses Fight with Cancer in Thiruvananthapuram appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

Shefeen Ahamed K, IPS, a 2003batch Odishacadre officer serving as Inspector General of Police, CIDCB, Odisha, passed away today while undergoing treatment at a private hospital. The news of his untimely demise has cast a pall of gloom over the Odisha Police fraternity. Known for his dedication and professional integrity, Shefeen Ahamed K held several [] The post Odisha IPS Officer Shefeen Ahamed K Dies During Treatment; CM Majhi Expresses Condolences appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

The Odisha Vigilance department has unearthed 7.29 lakh in cash and recovered around 300 grams of gold jewellery during searches at the premises of Akash Bisoi, District Labour Officer (DLO), Kendujhar. Bisoi, an Odisha Labour Service (OLS-I) officer, was allegedly caught by Odisha Vigilance while accepting a 20,000 bribe from an electrical contractor. The bribe [] The post Odisha Vigilance Seizes Rs 7.29 Lakh Cash, Recovers 300g Gold From Kendujhar Labour Officers Residence appeared first on Pr

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Debabrata Dutta, a key accused who had been on the run for years in a major chit-fund fraud case. Dutta, then proprietor of M/s DNB Food Processing Pvt. Ltd., is alleged to have conspired with others to collect money from unsuspecting depositors and misappropriate 17,22,39,453. The agency registered [] The post 17.22 Crore Chit-Fund Scam: Accused Arrested in Siliguri, Headed to Bhubaneswar Court appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i