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Passengers travelling across Odisha and beyond should check their tickets twice. East Coast Railway has revised the timings of several popular trains to ease operations and improve punctuality. The changes take effect from different dates between September 3 and October 30, 2026. The most watched pair is the **15027/15028 SambalpurGorakhpur Maurya Express**. From October 28, [] The post East Coast Railway Revises Timings of Maurya, Intercity and Weekly Expresses appeared first on Pragativadi I L

Balangir police have claimed a major breakthrough against an interstate cannabis network that allegedly used courier consignments to move ganja from western Odisha to the Delhi-NCR market. Acting on specific intelligence, officers raided a lodge near the railway station area and arrested seven people, including two alleged masterminds from the M. Rampur belt of Kalahandi. [] The post Fake Saree Shop, Real Drug Run: Courier Used to Move Ganja From Odisha to Delhi NCR appeared first on Pragativadi

With the Kharif season in full swing, the Odisha government has sent a blunt message to fertilizer dealers: divert stock, overcharge farmers or hoard supplies, and the licence will not survive the raid. Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Empowerment and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, has ordered a zero-tolerance campaign against [] The post Odisha Crackdowns on Fertilizer Black Marketing: 96 Licences Cancelled appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

A film rooted in southern Odishas villages is travelling across continents and answering an old question about regional cinema with unusual confidence. The idea of taking Odia cinema beyond Odisha has often come with an uncomfortable question: how much of its identity would have to be left behind for the world to notice? Maliput [] The post From Odisha to the World: How Maliput Melodies Is Putting Odia Cinema on a New Map appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Creating a new urban body on paper is easy. Making it feel like a town is harder. That is the gap the Odisha government is now trying to close with a 560 crore special development package for 28 newly formed Notified Area Councils (NACs). Each NAC will receive 20 crore for basic infrastructure and modern [] The post Odisha Announces Rs 560 Crore Special Package for 28 Newly Formed NACs appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a major step towards transforming Odishas disaster management system into a more data-driven, scientific and technology-enabled framework, the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) today signed two significant Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and CivicDataLab at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre. The two partnerships will strengthen disaster [] The post OSDMA Signs MoUs with UNDP and CivicDataLab to Boost Data-Driven Disas

The Malkangiri Forest Department seized 155 live turtles on Wednesday after intercepting a three-wheeler auto near Tamasa during a patrol based on a special tip-off. Officials of the Malkangiri forest range were checking the area when they spotted an auto approaching at high speed. Staff stopped the vehicle. The driver jumped out and fled. Forest [] The post 155 Turtles Seized in Malkangiri Forest Raid; Auto Driver Flees appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

Meena Kumaris iconic Pakeezah is set to return to the big screen in a new 4K restoration, more than five decades after the classic film first premiered. The restoration of Kamal Amrohis 1972 musical drama, spearheaded by the not-for-profit Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) in association with the Amrohi family, will have its world premiere at [] The post Meena Kumaris Pakeezah gets 4K restoration, to premiere at London Film Festival appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday presented the States water infrastructure and irrigation record at the departmental summit organised by the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti in New Delhi. Addressing the meeting in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, and [] The post Odisha Presents Water and Irrigation Push at Jal Shakti Summit in New Delhi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

Odisha flagged off the first senior citizen pilgrimage train of FY 202627 on Wednesday, carrying 775 pilgrims to Varanasi and Ayodhya under the Mukhyamantri Baristha Nagarik Teertha Yatra Yojana. The train departed from Bhubaneswar New Railway Station (Patia) at 11 AM, flagged off by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Women & Child Development, Mission [] The post Odisha Flags Off First Senior Citizen Pilgrimage Train to Varanasi and Ayodhya appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Actor Jasmin Bhasin has opened up about a deeply personal moment after meeting spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The actor shared a series of pictures from their meeting on Wednesday and penned an emotional note about finding clarity during a difficult period. Jasmin, who is currently appearing on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, said she [] The post Jasmin Bhasin meets Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, says conflicts in her mind found clarity appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Break

When women move forward, cities move forward. With this message, Additional Chief Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, Smt. Usha Padhee underscored the importance of genderresponsive urban mobility at the Shakti Summit 2026: State WCD Leadership Conclave in Bhubaneswar. Speaking on the theme Initiatives by Odisha towards Gender Mainstreaming in Urban Mobility, Padhee highlighted that [] The post Shakti Summit 2026: Usha Padhee Stresses GenderResponsive Urban Mobility in Odisha appe

An MBBS student of MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Odishas Brahmapur city has reportedly been missing for three days, prompting a police investigation. The missing student has been identified as SagarSahu, a firstyear MBBS student and a native of Jajpur district. According to reports, Sagar went missing on August31, and the college authorities lodged [] The post Mystery Deepens: MKCG Student Missing for Three Days appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

BTS star Jungkook has once again become a talking point among fans after a clip from his recent livestream went viral, with viewers initially believing he was revealing his ideal romantic partner. During the livestream, Jungkook spoke about the qualities he was looking for in a person, including their age, personality, interests and lifestyle. In [] The post BTS star Jungkooks ideal type video goes viral, but fans may have misunderstood him appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha will declare the results of the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026 today at 6 PM. According to the official notification, candidates can check their results on the boards website www.bseodisha.nic.in by logging in with their user ID and password or date of birth. The OTET2026 examination was [] The post BSE Odisha to Release OTET2026 Results Today at 6 PM appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of Dr Kedarnath Pal, Former Medical Officer of Madhyakhand PHC, Nayagada district, in a bribery case. On Wednesday, the Additional Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhubaneswar, sentenced Dr Pal to three years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 20,000. Dr Pal, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted [] The post Nayagada Former Medical Officer Gets 3-Yr RI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner Tukaram Mundhes aggressive crackdown on food safety violations has won praise from Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) CEO Rajit Punhani. Speaking to India Today, Punhani highlighted Mundhes approach to enforcement and said his work demonstrated that stronger action was possible even without additional manpower. If [] The post FSSAI chief praises Tukaram Mundhes food safety crackdown: If theres a will, theres a way appe

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 criminal revision petition alleging misuse of government helicopters by former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and the then 5T Secretary V.K. Pandian was dismissed on Wednesday by the Khordha District and Sessions Judge. The court held that the complainant, Sudhir Chandra Mohanty, failed to make out any offence, did not follow the mandatory procedure [] The post Khordha Court Dismisses Helicopter Misuse Case Against Naveen Patnaik and VK Pandian appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

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 .

Devdutt Padikkals impressive return to Indias Test side has received another boost, with the left-hander making significant gains in the latest ICC Test rankings. Padikkal climbed five places to No. 54 among Test batters after a prolific two-Test series against Sri Lanka. The 26-year-old finished the tour with 328 runs at an average of 109.33, [] The post Devdutt Padikkal climbs ICC Test rankings after twin tons; Sonal Dinusha makes huge leap appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

The Bhubaneswar Smart City Limited (BSCL) organised a Technology and Innovation Workshop on the proposed NextGeneration AIPowered Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) and AIenabled CCTV Surveillance Project. The workshop showcased cuttingedge technologies from leading OEMs across India, spanning AI, video analytics, computer vision, GIS, digital twin, IoT, predictive analytics, intelligent surveillance and smart mobility. [] The post BSCL Organises Workshop on AIPowered ICCC for Smarter

The Supreme Court has questioned the validity of the five-year tenure claimed by Bar Council of India (BCI) chairman Manan Kumar Mishra and directed that the Attorney General (AG) and Solicitor General (SG) be actively associated with major policy decisions of the apex lawyers body until its fresh reconstitution. A bench comprising Chief Justice of [] The post Supreme Court questions BCI chiefs 5-year tenure, puts policy decisions under AG, SG watch appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

The Odisha Water Resources Department has issued a flood warning as the Subarnarekha river continues to rise above the danger mark, threatening to affect four blocks in Baleshwar district. EngineerinChief Dillip Kumar Rout said during a press briefing that the river is expected to remain above the danger level until Thursday evening, with Jaleswar, Bhograi, [] The post Subarnarekha Swells Above Danger Mark, Flood Alert Issued appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

The Supreme Court of India has deferred the hearing on the Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) appointment case to September 7. The matter, which concerns the selection of the states next police chief, was originally scheduled earlier but has now been rescheduled by the apex court. The case has drawn attention as the appointment [] The post Supreme Court Defers Odisha DGP Appointment Hearing to September 7 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The US State Department is proposing a major policy shift that would require parents to provide documented proof of their own citizenship or legal immigration status when applying for passports for their minor children. The move serves as the Trump administrations initial administrative framework to implement Executive Order 14418. Issued on August 6, 2026, the [] The post US Plans to Require Parents Citizenship and Immigration Proof for Child Passports appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

Odishas Development CommissionercumAdditional Chief Secretary Deoranjan Kumar Singh has directed all Secretaries and senior officers to undertake mandatory field visits to their allotted districts by October 2026. In a letter issued on September 1, officers were instructed to plan twotothreeday visits, including at least one overnight stay at district or subdivisional headquarters. The visits will [] The post Odisha DC Orders Secretaries to Undertake Field Visits by October 2026 appeared first o

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 .

Indian passport holders traveling to Thailand will soon see their visa-free stay allowance cut in half. Starting September 15, 2026, Thailand will reduce the permitted duration of visa-exempt stays from 60 days to 30 days for tourists from over 60 countries and territories, including India, China, the US, and European Union member states. The update [] The post Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay for Indians to 30 Days: New Rules from September 15 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

Authorities at the Hirakud Dam opened two sluice gates one on the left and one on the right on Wednesday morning as the reservoir level climbed to 625.91 feet. According to officials, the reservoir is receiving a heavy average inflow of 2,19,651 cusecs, which continues to rise. Against this, the total outflow stands [] The post Hirakud Dam Opens Two Gates as Reservoir Level Rises to 625.91 Feet 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

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharifs office faced criticism in India after it posted a cropped photograph from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit that left out Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The photograph showed several world leaders at the SCO Council of Heads of State Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. However, the [] The post Pakistan PMO crops PM Modi from SCO photo; Eknath Shinde says India can remove Pak from world picture appeared fir

The Bombay High Court has ordered a fresh investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the death of former celebrity manager Disha Salian, who died in Mumbai in June2020. A bench comprising Justices Sarang Kotwal and Ranjitsinha Bhonsale directed the CBI to register an FIR and appoint a senior, experienced officer to lead [] The post Bombay HC Hands Disha Salian Case to CBI for Fresh Probe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha Government has announced a reduction in the Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) penalty, bringing the maximum fine down from Rs 10,000 to Rs 6,000. The decision, announced by Commerce and Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, reflects the states commitment to a balanced and citizencentric approach in enforcing the Motor Vehicles Act. The Minister [] The post Odisha Govt Cuts PUCC Fine to Rs 6,000: New Penalty Rules Announced appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

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 .

Odisha faces a renewed flood crisis as the Subarnarekha and Baitarani rivers surged above danger levels, leaving hundreds of villages inundated and thousands of residents in distress. Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas, coupled with the release of 5,039 cusecs of water through 13 gates of Jharkhands Galudih barrage, sharply increased the Subarnarekhas flow. [] The post Odisha Flood Alert: Subarnarekha, Baitarani Rivers Above Danger Mark; Villages Submerged appeared first on Pragativadi

Nepal has called for climate compensation following devastating flash floods that have killed more than 1,000 people and left thousands missing. Nepals Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said international assistance for the countrys recovery should not be viewed simply as aid or charity. Instead, he argued that vulnerable countries affected by climate change deserve justice and [] The post Nepal Seeks Climate Compensation After Deadly Floods, Names India, China, US appeared first on Pragativadi I L

Indian benchmark indices opened sharply lower on Wednesday as renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran rattled global markets and heightened concerns over inflation. The BSE Sensex fell nearly 700 points in the opening minute, while the Nifty 50 dropped around 200 points, reflecting heightened risk aversion among investors. In pre-opening trade, the [] The post Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty Plunge as Iran-US Conflict Escalates; Crude Oil Surges appeared first on Pragativa

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

In a significant step towards womens empowerment in higher education, the Odisha Department of Higher Education has directed district-level nodal colleges to identify and nominate distinguished women professionals as Shakti Apas. The official letter, issued by Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Aravind Agrawal, IAS, calls on principals of District Level Degree Nodal Colleges across the state (except a few [] The post Odisha Appoints Shakti Apas as Mentors for Girl Students Under Shaktishree Initiative

In a landmark moment for sustainable governance, Odisha Lok Bhavan in Bhubaneswar has been certified as Indias first Platinum-rated green campus under the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Green Campus Rating System. The sprawling official residence of the Governor scored an impressive 88 out of 100 points, placing it in the highest category of the [] The post Odisha Lok Bhavan Makes History as Indias First Platinum-Rated Green Campus appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister, Pravati Parida, today inaugurated the Shakti Summit in Bhubaneswar, bringing together senior officials from 22 States and Union Territories to strengthen collective action on womens safety, protection and empowerment. Addressing the inaugural session as the Chief Guest, Dy CM Parida said that womens safety and empowerment must be pursued together through [] The post Shakti Summit Brings 22 States Together for Womens Safety and Empowerment appeared first on Pragativa

In a fresh strike against leakage of farm subsidies, Odisha Vigilance on Tuesday arrested Sripati Pradhan, former secretary of the Kalla Primary Agricultural Co-operative Society (PACS) in Debagada district, for allegedly embezzling government funds amounting to 16,72,567. He was produced before the Special Judge, Vigilance, Sambalpur, after arrest. The alleged offence took place in the [] The post Odisha Vigilance Arrests Ex-PACS Secretary in Rs 16.72 Lakh Fertilizer Scam appeared first on Prag

The Kataka Development Authority (KDA) today celebrated its 44th Foundation Day at a grand function held at Windsor Place, Sector-6, Kataka. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, KDA Vice-Chairperson, Kirandeep Kaur Sahota, IAS, said that the 44-year journey of KDA is not merely a measure of time, but also reflects the transformation and development of [] The post KDA Celebrates 44th Foundation Day with Focus on Sustainable and People-Centric Urban Development appeared first on Pragativadi I

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

The Government of Odisha Home Department on Tuesday notified the promotion of 15 Odisha Police Service (OPS) officers from Additional Superintendent of Police [OPS (SB)] to Superintendent of Police in the Super Time Scale [OPS (S)]. The order places the officers in the pay scale of Rs 78,8002,09,200 per month (Level-14 of the Pay Matrix [] The post Odisha Promotes 15 Additional Superintendents of Police to Super Time Scale appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

In the shocking case where a woman was allegedly murdered and her body concealed under cement plaster in the Kumbharpada area of Puri, police have identified the victim after seven days. The deceased has been confirmed as Annapurna Dalei (elderly resident of Kharada village, Kashinagar police limits, Gajapati district). Puri police circulated CCTV images across [] The post Puri CementPlaster Murder Victim Identified After 7 Days, Son Absconding appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The Shree Jagannath Temple will remain closed to devotees for four and a half hours tomorrow, September 2 (Wednesday), as the sacred Rahu Rekha Lagi ritual will be performed. According to the temple administration, darshan will be suspended from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The ritual, observed on Bhadra Krushna Panchami (Rekhapanchami), is one of [] The post Darshan Suspended at Puri Srimandir for 4.5 Hours Tomorrow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

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

With the festive season approaching, the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Kataka Rishikesh Khilari, has issued a stern warning against forced collection of donations (chanda) in the city. The DCP made it clear that any form of coercion or extortion in the name of festival contributions is strictly prohibited. Citizens have been advised to immediately [] The post Kataka DCP Issues Warning Against Forced Festival Donations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breakin