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Odishas Integrated Water Resources Management Model was showcased at the 9th India International Water Week 2026 in Delhi, highlighting the states innovative approach to sustainable water governance and climate resilience. The post Integrated Water Resources Management: Odisha Sets Benchmark in Delhi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to hold a bilateral meeting in New Delhi on Friday, September 11, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. Speaking during a virtual briefing from Moscow, Peskov confirmed that the two leaders would hold another bilateral [] The post PM Modi, Putin to hold bilateral talks on September 11; Su-57 fighter jet sale on agenda appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

An Air India Express flight bound for Abu Dhabi was forced to return to Kochi after the crew detected a rapid drop in the oil quantity of one of its engines, according to a report by news agency ANI. The Boeing 737 operating flight IX 415 from Kochi to Abu Dhabi turned back on August [] The post Air India Express Kochi-Abu Dhabi flight returns after engine oil warning, lands safely appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Indias historic first-ever T20I against Japan is facing an unusual hurdle ahead of the September 22 clash, with broadcast arrangements still being worked out. The one-off match will be played at the Sano International Cricket Ground in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, just before the mens cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games. The fixture is part [] The post India vs Japan historic T20I faces broadcast scramble ahead of September 22 clash appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

The rumour travelled faster than the rocket. Over recent days, parts of the Indian media suggested that space-sector reforms might hollow out the Indian Space Research Organisation or even put the national space agency on a path to privatisation. On Sunday, ISRO answered in public, at length, and without ambiguity. These assertions are completely [] The post ISRO Will Not Be Privatised: Agency Says Reforms Strengthen Its Role in Indias Space Future appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a major push toward building a high-capacity, efficient, and rapid logistics ecosystem, Indian Railways is expanding its Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) network. The strategic expansion aims to seamlessly link the nations key industrial hubs, manufacturing hubs, mineral belts, and maritime ports. Currently, the operational DFC network comprises two massive trunk lines: the 1,337-km Eastern [] The post Dedicated Freight Corridor to Transform Indias Freight Mobility: Odisha Set to Gain Big fro

The Indian Navy is preparing to formally induct Nipun, the second Diving Support Vessel of the Nistar-class, on 31 August 2026 at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. The commissioning will mark a significant enhancement of the Navys specialised deep-sea diving and underwater support capabilities. Designed and built entirely in India by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), [] The post Indian Navy to Commission Second Indigenous Diving Support Vessel Nipun on Aug 31 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of missile technologies developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to Indian defence companies for domestic production. The Ministry of Defence said the initiative will bridge the gap between development and largescale industrial production, ensuring a smooth transition of missile systems into manufacturing while adhering [] The post Rajnath Singh Approves DRDO Missile Tech Transfer to Indian Defence Industry app

The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on four India-based companies and several Indian nationals accused of facilitating trade in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. The action by the US State Department comes a day after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Operation Economic Outcast, a broader campaign aimed at cutting off Irans sources of revenue [] The post US sanctions Four Indian Firms Over Iran oil Trade Under Operation Economic Outcast appeared first on Pragativad

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit India next month for the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi, marking his first trip to the country in nearly seven years if the visit goes ahead. People familiar with the matter told Hindustan Times that Xi is expected to arrive with a large delegation for the [] The post Xi Jinping May Visit India for BRICS Summit 2026, First Trip in 7 Years appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Journalism excellence takes centre stage once again as the prestigious Indian Journalism Award and Odisha Journalism Award for 2026 have been announced. The awards will be presented on the evening of September 6, 2026, at the auditorium of the India International Centre in New Delhi by the Pallibani Mission. Every year, Delhi-based Pallibani Mission [] The post Six Media Luminaries to Be Honoured at Indian and Odisha Journalism Awards 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday announced a major reshuffle of its national office-bearers, seven months after Nitin Nabin took charge as the partys national president. The new team includes 12 women and reflects the BJPs emphasis on social representation, with leaders from different castes and tribal communities finding positions in the organisation. Several [] The post BJP Announces Major National Team Reshuffle Under Nitin Nabin; Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav Make Comebacks appeared fir

Two more Air India pilots have returned non-negative results for psychoactive substances as the airline group steps up mandatory drug screening following the Phuket-Delhi flight incident earlier this month, according to people familiar with the matter. The latest results emerged from a screening programme covering around 350 pilots so far. However, a non-negative screening result [] The post Two more Air India Pilots Test Fail Drug-tests after Phuket Flight Incident appeared first on Pragativadi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the crises India faced over the past decade, including the Covid-19 pandemic, wars and concerns over shortages of essential supplies, saying the country was able to withstand them because of sustained preparation. Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, Modi said the Covid-19 [] The post From Covid to wars: PM Modi says India stood strong amid crises and shortage rumours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis