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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

A chilling incident has rocked WestBengals Nadia district, where Congress leader AnisurRahman and his son AbuSufiyan were shot dead and attacked with sharp weapons near the Nagadi railway gate late Saturday night. Rahman, 50, a member of the Bengal Congress Committee and general secretary of the Nadia District Congress, was returning home from Bethuadahari with [] The post Congress Leader and Son Shot Dead in Bengals Nadia District appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

A shocking incident unfolded in the Bhatapada area under Jhirpani police limits of Raurkela, where a young woman allegedly set herself on fire outside her lovers house after facing betrayal in a threeyear relationship. According to preliminary police investigation, the woman had been in a relationship with VickyDas for nearly three years. Reports suggest she [] The post Raurkela Woman Sets Herself Ablaze Outside Lovers House After Betrayal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

A second flood wave has struck the Brahmani River following the opening of gates at Rengali Dam, inundating vast stretches of Kendrapara district. Lowlying areas in Pattamundai, Aali, and Kendrapada blocks are now under water, leaving thousands of residents surrounded by floodwaters. According to Chief Engineer DillipRout of the WaterResourcesDepartment, the release of excess water [] The post Second Wave of Flood Hits Brahmani River After Rengali Dam Gates Opened appeared first on Pragativadi I

With three days of continuous heavy rainfall forecast across Odisha, the state government has gone into full alert mode. Chief Secretary AnuGarg announced that all government officers and employees leave has been cancelled amid worsening flood conditions. District administrations have been instructed to stay prepared and ensure uninterrupted rescue and relief operations. Officials currently on [] The post Odisha on High Alert: Govt Cancels Staff Leave Amid Flood Emergency appeared first on Praga

Students and alumni of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) have raised objections to the proposed attendance of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Bar Council of India (BCI) Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra at the universitys convocation, amid an ongoing controversy involving NALSAR University of Law in Hyderabad. A statement issued [] The post NLSIU students object to CJI Surya Kant, BCI chief attending convocation amid NALSAR row appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odish

A major road accident on National Highway 55 near Dangaghat bridge under Redhakhol police limits triggered an eight-hour traffic jam, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on both sides of the route. The collision between a trailer and a truck occurred late Saturday night, causing severe damage to both vehicles. The drivers of both vehicles sustained [] The post Truck-Trailer Crash in Sambalpur Halts Traffic on NH-55, Two Drivers Critical appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

The mystery surrounding the abduction of Balangir businessman Narendra Sahu, alias Gunda, has taken a dramatic turn after police revealed that the incident was allegedly linked to a dispute over a rare Hanuman coin (Hanuman Paisa). Sahu was reportedly abducted late Friday night and rescued safely from Khandagiri in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, following a joint [] The post Balangir Businessman Abducted Over Hanuman Coin, Rescued in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

A KFC outlet at City Centre Mall on KS Rao Road in Mangaluru faced a surprise inspection after a customer complained about receiving chicken with a foul smell. Officials inspected the outlets kitchen, storeroom and cold-storage facilities before sealing its godown. Food samples collected during the inspection were sent for laboratory testing. The action followed [] The post Rat in Blinkit freezer, spoiled KFC chicken: Food safety crackdown intensifies across India appeared first on Pragativadi I

A portion of the Kani river embankment, a branch of the Baitarani, collapsed near Patana village under Tarpada panchayat early Sunday morning, forcing authorities to evacuate villagers as floodwaters surged. Locals reported that a tree along the embankment was swept away overnight, weakening the soil. By around 5 a.m., a 30-foot-long and 15-foot-wide stretch of [] The post Baitarani Swells Above Danger Level, Villagers Evacuated in Jajpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

A shocking incident occurred late Saturday night when Revenue Inspector (RI) Asutosh Sahu of Matiapada was attacked by unidentified miscreants near Athabatia in Pipili. According to reports, the assault took place around 11 p.m. while Sahu was returning home. The attackers allegedly struck him on the head, leaving him seriously injured. Police rescued the injured [] The post Revenue Inspector Attacked in Puri, Land Dispute Suspected appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

In view of the flood situation, the Bhadrak District Collector has ordered the cancellation of all leave for government officers and employees. The directive mandates that all staff must remain at headquarters to ensure effective monitoring and rapid response. Those currently on leave have been instructed to report back to duty without delay. The move [] The post Bhadrak Collector Cancels All Govt Staff Leave Amid Flood Situations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

A tragic incident unfolded near Kesarmal village, where retired soldier Sunil Tiga (46) was swept away by a strong river current while returning home on his motorcycle. Tiga, a resident of Gariamala village under Kesaramal Panchayat, had been actively involved in training local youth in hockey and participating in social activities after retirement. On Independence [] The post Retired Jawan Goes Missing in River Current in Sundaragada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

Odisha Police has highlighted a series of remarkable achievements between August 2024 and July 2026, underscoring its commitment to building a safe, empowered, and modern Odisha. Addressing media at Police Bhavan, DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania said the Centres declaration of Odisha as a Naxal-free state on March 31, 2026, was the forces biggest achievement. Joint [] The post Safe, Empowered & Modern Odisha: DGP Highlights Success in Law & Order and Public Trust appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

Allegations of gross negligence have surfaced against Bankili Government High School after the tragic death of a 13-year-old Class VIII student, Jishaya Puala. The boy, son of Situ Puala from Rupuni village under Kolnara block, died while undergoing treatment at the Rayagada District Headquarters Hospital. Reports suggest Jishaya fell seriously ill with high fever during [] The post Class VIII Student Dies in Rayagada School Amid Allegations of Irresponsibility appeared first on Pragativadi I La

Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have received show-cause notices from the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over their participation in an advertisement for Vimal Elaichi. The notices, issued under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, question whether the campaign could amount to surrogate or indirect promotion of pan [] The post Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff Get FDA Notice Over Vimal Ad; Asked to Explain in 15 Days appeared first on Praga

Bangladesh created history on Sunday, defeating Australia by nine wickets to register their first Test victory on Australian soil. The triumph makes Bangladesh only the third Asian team after India and Pakistan to win a Test in Australia, and the fastest to do so achieving the milestone in just their third Test in the [] The post Bangladesh Script History with Stunning Nine-Wicket Win Over Australia in Darwin appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A dramatic rescue unfolded in Kaliapal village under Barkote block, where floodwaters from the Tankujura canal cut off road access, leaving the village isolated. As water flowed over the bridge on Sunday morning, an ambulance arriving to pick up a pregnant woman was forced to halt at the streams edge. Unable to reach the vehicle, [] The post Debagada Flood Blocks Ambulance; Woman Delivers in Vehicle appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

A Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) audit has flagged serious gaps in basic passenger facilities at railway stations across the country, including the presence of E. coli and other coliform bacteria in drinking water samples. The audit examined passenger amenities at 512 non-suburban railway stations across different railway zones. According to the report, [] The post CAG Flags Gaps at Major Railway Stations: E. coli in Water, Poor Toilets and Missing Basic Amenities appeared first

In view of the low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West BengalNorth Odisha coasts, Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Housing & Urban Development Department, Smt. Usha Padhee has directed all urban authorities to remain on high alert and ensure prompt, coordinated, and citizen-centric response to any emerging situation. The ACS instructed officials [] The post Odisha ACS Directs Urban Bodies to Stay Alert Amid Low-Pressure Warning appeared first on Pragativadi I Lates

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for Odisha, warning of extreme rainfall within the next 24 hours. Several districts are expected to receive more than 20 cm of rain, driven by a low-pressure system over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal regions. According to IMD, the system is likely [] The post Odisha Braces for 24 Hours of Torrential Rain, IMD Issues Red Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, remembering him as an extraordinary statesman whose vision and commitment to public service continue to inspire generations. Vajpayee, one of Indias most prominent political leaders, died on August 16, 2018, at the [] The post PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary, calls him extraordinary statesman appeared first on Praga

Former West Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Ashis Banerjee was found dead at a party office near his residence in Rampurhat, Birbhum, on Sunday morning, police said. A purported note was recovered from the TMC office, and Banerjees body was sent for post-mortem examination. Police said the circumstances surrounding his death [] The post Former West Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashis Banerjee Found Dead at TMC Office in Birbhum; Note Recovered appeared first on Pragati

Women passengers travelling on Ama Buses in Odisha have urged the state government to introduce dedicated women-only services during peak hours, citing repeated concerns over harassment and safety in crowded buses. Passengers have appealed to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to direct the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) to operate two to three pairs of [] The post Save us from daily harassment: Women demand dedicated Ama Buses on Bhubaneswar-Katak route appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

India opened their FIH Mens Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign in style, defeating Wales 3-1 in their Pool D opener at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen on Saturday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh led from the front with two goals, while Sanjay also found the net as India collected three valuable points. All three of Indias goals [] The post India beat Wales 3-1 in Hockey World Cup opener; Harmanpreet Singh scores twice appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .