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Odisha further strengthened its investment engagement with the United Arab Emirates on the second day of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhis UAE visit, with a series of high-level meetings with UAE leadership, global investors, industry representatives and business institutions in Dubai. The day witnessed 5 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and 8 Investment Intents (IIFs), representing [] The post Odisha Strengthens UAE Investment Engagements with 8,417 Cr Proposals appeared first on Pragativadi

In a crackdown on corruption, Odisha Vigilance apprehended Achyut Kumar Pradhan, a Senior Clerk attached to the Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) Court in Mathili, Malkangiri district, on Thursday after catching him red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000. According to vigilance officials, Pradhan had demanded the illicit payment from a local complainant in exchange [] The post Vigilance Nabs Malkangiris Mathili Court Clerk for Accepting Rs 50K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

In a strict administrative action against dereliction of duty, the School and Mass Education Department of Odisha has placed Rajib Kumar Dalai, the Block Education Officer (BEO) of Hatadihi in Kendujhar district, under immediate suspension. The disciplinary action was taken following allegations of negligence and rule violations that hampered the progress of the ongoing Special [] The post Odisha Govt Suspends Hatadihi BEO Over Negligence in SIR-2026 Work appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

In a major breakthrough against child trafficking and exploitation, the Crime Against Women and Children (CAWC) Wing of Odisha Police, in collaboration with the State Department of Women and Child Development (WCD), has successfully identified and rescued 101 Odia children from 17 states across India. The special 12-day operation, dubbed Operation Anweshan, was conducted from [] The post 101 Odia Children Rescued in 17-State Anti-Trafficking Drive Operation Anweshan appeared first on Pragativadi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep concern following the rescue of five baby orangutans in Baleshwar district. Taking swift action, the Chief Minister has ordered a comprehensive investigation to uncover the exact circumstances under which these exotic animals were brought into the state. Despite being occupied with a busy official schedule in [] The post 5 Baby Orangutans Rescued in Odisha: CM Majhi Orders High-Level Probe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N

Odisha Vigilance today arrested Ashis Naik, an Ex-Forester of Athagada Forest Division, for allegedly embezzling government funds exceeding Rs 7.4 lakh meant for afforestation projects. Naik, who is currently posted at the Office of the Division Forest Officer (DFO), Kataka, was taken into custody following an investigation into widespread financial irregularities under the Compensatory Afforestation [] The post Vigilance Arrests Ex-Forester in Rs 7.4 Lakh CAMPA Scheme Fraud appeared first on Pr

BTS has strengthened its position as one of the worlds biggest touring acts, setting major attendance and revenue records at several US NFL stadiums with its ongoing BTS WORLD TOUR ARIRANG. According to concert revenue rankings for 30 NFL stadiums released by Billboard on September 9, BTS recorded the highest-grossing events at several major US [] The post BTS Shatters US Stadium Records, Outearns Beyonc and George Strait appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

A jewellery shop in Santoshi Vihar area of Bhubaneswar was targeted by burglars late Wednesday night, sparking concern ahead of the festive season. The incident occurred at Bishnupriya Jewellery and Workshop, located at Plot No.252/2116. Miscreants allegedly cut open the green shutter of the shop and entered, looting ornaments. Damage marks were visible on the [] The post Shutter Cut, Ornaments Looted: Bhubaneswar Jewellery Shop Falls Prey to Thieves appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Indias squash medal hopes received a boost as Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh secured top seedings in the Asian Games singles draw, announced Thursday. Abhay, ranked 24th in the world, has been awarded the second seed in mens singles, trailing defending champion Eain Yow Mg of Malaysia. Rising star Anahat, world number 20 and Indias [] The post Asian Games Squash: Anahat Singh, Abhay Singh Seeded Top, Eye Olympic Qualification appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

M Rampur Police in Kalahandi district have achieved another major success in a ganja seizure operation, recovering 9.1 quintals of ganja from the Lubengad forest. According to police sources, M Rampur Police Station Officer Sanjukta Pradhan received information from a reliable source that ganja had been stored in the Lubengad forest under Mohangiri Police Outpost. [] The post Kalahandi Police Seize Over 9 Quintals of Ganja, Peddler Flees appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Odisha will join the nationwide Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS)2026 campaign from September17 to October2, focusing on cleanliness, sanitation, dignity of sanitation workers, and sustainable urban living. The campaign was discussed in a meeting with the Union Minister, MoHUA, attended by Housing and Urban Development Minister Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, senior officials including ACS Smt. Usha [] The post Odisha to Observe Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 From Sept17 to Oct2 appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

A statue of former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik at Siali Beach in Jagatsinghpur district was allegedly vandalised by unidentified miscreants late Wednesday night. Tourists and locals discovered the statue in a damaged condition on Thursday morning, sparking anger and resentment in the area. Residents condemned the act at a prominent tourist destination and demanded [] The post Biju Patnaik Statue Vandalised at Siali Beach in Jagatsinghpur, Police Probe Launched appeared first on Pragativad

A tribal migrant worker from Kalahandis remote Sungergad village died after drowning in a fish-farming pond in Andhra Pradesh, according to sources. In a tragic turn, his body had to be carried for nearly 2 km on a cot after the ambulance transporting it got stranded due to a burst tyre on the difficult road [] The post Odia Migrant Worker Drowns in Andhra Pond; Body Carried 2 Km on Cot After Ambulance Breaks Down appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

An elderly man was killed after being hit by an unidentified vehicle near Jolako village in Kalahandi district. According to sources, Banamali Jani (56), a resident of Jolako village under Kesinga Police Station, had gone to nearby Boringpadar, around 1 km from his village, to buy groceries. While returning home, he had just crossed Jolako [] The post Elderly Man Killed in Hit-and-Run in Kalahandi; Family Blocks NH-26 Seeking Compensation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has successfully resolved longstanding discrepancies in settlement records relating to the K7, Kalinga Nagar plotted scheme of Ghatikia Mouza, providing major relief to genuine allotment holders. Residential plots under the scheme were allotted in 1991, but inconsistencies in revenue records created hurdles for beneficiaries in accessing postallotment services such as [] The post BDA Resolves Settlement Record Discrepancies for K7 Allottees in Ghatikia

The Delhi High Court on Thursday expressed concern over social media posts made by Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das, alleging that BJP leader and senior advocate Gaurav Bhatia had called Swatantra Bhardwaj a dimagi naxal. During the hearing of Bhatias defamation suit, Das and CJP co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka undertook to remove the posts [] The post Delhi HC Takes Strong View of CJP Posts Against BJPs Gaurav Bhatia appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

The Kataka Development Authority (KDA) today launched its new official website https://kda.odisha.gov.in marking a significant step towards strengthening digital governance, transparency, and citizencentric service delivery. The website was formally launched by ViceChairperson Ms Kirandeep Kaur Sahota, IAS, at the KDA Conference Hall in the presence of senior officials including Secretary Janak Kumar Nayak, [] The post Kataka Development Authority Launches New Official Website to Strengthen Di

A major fire broke out at a fancy store in the Old Settlement area of Kantabanji town in Balangir district on Wednesday night. The swift response by the fire brigade helped prevent the blaze from spreading to nearby shops, averting a major mishap. The fire broke out at Ganesha Fancy Store, located on the road [] The post Fire Breaks Out at Fancy Store in Balangir, Goods Worth Lakhs Destroyed appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Ahead of the festive season, the Commissionerate Police has announced strict measures to ensure the smooth conduct of Ganesh Puja and other upcoming celebrations. Key directives include a ban on toran construction across public roads, prohibition of DJ systems during processions and immersions, and a 10pm deadline for all cultural programmes. Police warned that violations [] The post Commissionerate Police Issues Ganesh Puja Guidelines: DJs Banned, 10pm Deadline for Events in Bhubaneswar appeare

In the ongoing probe into the orangutan trafficking case, Range Conservation Force (RCCF) officer Prakash Chand Gogineni revealed that traffickers deliberately avoided national highways and instead used interior village roads to transport the animals. He explained that highway checks are stringent, while interior routes remain largely unmonitored, making them convenient for smuggling. Authorities are now [] The post Orangutan Trafficking Case: RCCF Says Smugglers Used Interior Roads, Internation

A major fire broke out at a threestorey residence in Bhimatangi Lane5 under Airfield police limits on Thursday. The house, belonging to Sadananda Patra, was engulfed in flames while no occupants were present inside. Neighbours first noticed smoke and fire billowing from the building and immediately alerted the Fire Services Department. Firefighters rushed to the [] The post Blaze Engulfs Three-Storey Building in Bhimatangi, Bhubaneswar: Short Circuit Suspected appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

IndiGo Airlines will resume direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Bangkok from October2 (Gandhi Jayanti). The service, which had been suspended since July18, will now operate twice a week every Friday from Bhubaneswar and every Saturday from Bangkok. Ticket bookings have already opened, with fares starting at around 16,000. Airport Director Prasanna Pradhan confirmed the [] The post IndiGo Resumes BhubaneswarBangkok Flights from Oct2 on Gandhi Jayanti appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

A lowpressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal has triggered widespread rainfall alerts across Odisha, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of heavy to extremely heavy showers in several districts. On Thursday, Mayurbhanj district was placed under a red alert for very heavy rainfall, while other regions were cautioned about thunderstorms accompanied by [] The post IMD Issues Red Alert for Odisha as Low Pressure Brings Heavy Rain till Sept 12 appeared first on Pragativadi I La

A roadside tea stall in VSS Nagar was raided by the Odisha Excise Department after officials allegedly found cannabis being sold from inside the cabin. The operation led to the seizure of contraband and the detention of a suspected peddler. The stall, which appeared ordinary from outside, was discovered to be a concealed hub for [] The post Odisha Excise Raids Bhubaneswar Tea Stall, Seizes Ganja Sold Under GoGo Code appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Matcha is rapidly moving beyond its image as an Instagram-friendly green drink, with Indians increasingly making it at home, experimenting with new flavours and searching for its health and caffeine content. According to Google Trends data released as of the end of August 2026, searches in India for how to make matcha surged 1,300 per [] The post Matcha Goes Mainstream in India! Google Searches Surge 1300% in a Year appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Forest Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia has assured strict measures against those involved in the illegal trafficking of orangutans, confirming that a letter has been sent to the Central Zoo Authority to initiate legal and administrative proceedings. Speaking on the probe, Minister Khuntia stated that a specialised team will visit the state to assess environmental [] The post Odisha Forest Minister Vows Strict Action Against Orangutan Traffickers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The Odisha BJP has announced a monthlong celebration to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday, beginning September17 and continuing until October17. State BJP President Manmohan Samal said the party will organise a mega blood donation camp on the Prime Ministers birthday, alongside a series of serviceoriented programmes across schools, colleges, Anganwadi centres, and public spaces. [] The post Odisha BJP Announces MonthLong Celebration for PM Modis Birthday with Service Programmes appeare

At least five people were killed, and 87 remain missing after a fire engulfed the M/V June Aster ferry near the tourist hotspot of Palawan province, the Philippine Coast Guard said Thursday. The blaze broke out Wednesday evening about 2.2 km offshore, leaving the vessel completely consumed by flames, as seen in coast guard footage [] The post 5 Dead, 87 Missing After Fire Engulfs M/V June Aster Off Palawan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman may not attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi after Bangladesh Foreign Affairs Minister Humaiun Kobir said that the prime minister was not invited to the meeting. Kobir said the invitation was extended instead to the chair of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). [] The post Bangladesh PM Not Invited to BRICS Summit, Tarique Rahman May Skip Delhi Visit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

In a compassionate move prioritising animal welfare, the authorities at Nandankanan Zoological Park have decided to introduce classical music therapy for five rescued orangutans currently exhibiting signs of stress. The scheduled blood sample collection, originally planned to assess their health, was temporarily halted on Thursday upon the recommendation of the Centre for Wildlife Health Committee. [] The post Rescued Orangutans to Get Music Therapy at Nandankanan appeared first on Pragativadi I

KoraputMP SaptagiriSankarUlaka has been conferred the SansadRatnaAward2026 for his outstanding performance as Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on RuralDevelopment&PanchayatiRaj. The award was presented at the 16thSansadRatnaAwards ceremony held in NewDelhi. Under Ulakas chairmanship, the Committee presented 41reports to Parliament during the 18thLokSabha, covering crucial areas such as rural employment, livelihoods, roads, land governance, tribal [] The post Koraput MP Saptagi

Two of the five orangutans rescued from Odishas Baleshwar district are undergoing treatment at Nandankanan Zoological Park, while the remaining three are reported to be in stable condition, officials said. Deputy Director PradeepMirase informed that one orangutan has developed a fever and is under medical care, showing signs of improvement. Another young orangutan was diagnosed [] The post Two of five rescued orangutans under treatment at Nandankanan, three stable appeared first on Pragativadi I

The Crime Against Women & Children Wing of Odisha Police, in collaboration with the Women & Child Development Department, conducted Operation Anweshan from August28 to September8, 2026, to trace and rescue missing Odia children from other states. Seventeen dedicated teams were deployed to 17 destination states, including West Bengal, Karnataka, Jharkhand, and Tamil Nadu. The [] The post Operation Anweshan: Odisha Police Rescues 101 Missing Children Across 17 States appeared first on Pragativadi

A political row erupted ahead of the 2026 BRICS Summit after Congress MP P Chidambaram questioned the tangible benefits India has gained from the grouping, prompting a sharp response from the BJP. India, which holds the BRICS chair for 2026, will host the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam from Friday evening through Sunday. The [] The post BRICS Summit Row: Chidambaram Questions Tangible Benefits, BJP Hits Back appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Umerkote police have cracked the major paddy theft case that took place in Umerkote town of Nabarangpur district. Due to the polices prompt investigation, four minors along with an adult accused have been apprehended in connection with the incident. In addition, 100 bags of paddy, one autorickshaw and one bike have been seized. According to [] The post Nabarangpur Police Crack Paddy Theft Case: Five Including 4 Minors Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Manoj Tiwaris daughter Rhiti Tiwari has opened up about the challenges of growing up in the public eye and carrying her fathers name. During her stint on Bigg Boss 20, Rhiti said she has experienced intense pressure and claimed that she has received death and rape threats because she is the daughter of the actor-politician. [] The post Bigg Boss 20: Manoj Tiwaris Daughter Rhiti Reveals Double Pressure, Says She Gets Death, Rape Threats appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Englis

Spanning from school classrooms to university lecture halls, the annual Pradyumna Bal Prativa Vikash Pratiyogita is back to discover and honour brilliant young minds across the state and nation. Instituted by the prominent daily Pragativadi in memory of its founder, visionary leader, and fearless editor Pradyumna Bal, the talent hunt officially kicks off on September [] The post Pragativadis Annual Pradyumna Bal Prativa Vikash Pratiyogita Kicks Off Sept 15 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

ChiefMinister MohanCharanMajhi held a highlevel meeting with H.E.AbdullaBinTouqAlMarri, Cabinet Member and MinisterofEconomyandTourism,UAE, who also serves as Chairman,CouncilofInternationalInvestments. The discussions centred on strengthening economic and investment ties between Odisha and theUAE, with a focus on exploring new avenues for collaboration. The ChiefMinister highlighted Odishas favourable business climate, robust industrial ecosystem, and vast investment potential across sectors []

All government schools in Odishas Mayurbhanj district will remain closed today following the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) red warning for extremely heavy rainfall. Authorities confirmed that private schools have also been directed to suspend classes after 10 am in view of worsening weather conditions. The precautionary measure aims to ensure the safety of students amid [] The post All Schools in Mayurbhanj Closed Today Due to Heavy Rain appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

The ChatGPT 1980s photo trend is gaining popularity on Instagram, with users transforming their modern photographs into portraits that look like they were captured decades ago. The AI trend recreates the distinctive visual style of the 1980s, including voluminous hairstyles, vibrant clothing, soft studio lighting, classic backdrops and subtle film grain. Unlike conventional vintage filters, [] The post 1980s AI Photo Trend Goes Viral: How to Create Retro Bollywood-Style Portraits appeared first

India have suffered a fresh fitness concern ahead of their upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan, with pacer Harshit Rana unlikely to be available for the opening matches. According to a PTI report, Rana has not fully recovered from the hamstring injury he sustained after featuring in Indias T20I series against England in July. The [] The post India Face Fresh Injury Blow Ahead of Afghanistan T20Is; Harshit Rana Doubtful appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Englis

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has secured the return of long-absconding accused Harnek Singh, who had been evading investigation and trial since 2013. Singh was deported from the United States and apprehended by CBI officials after arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi on September 9, according to a CBI press release. [] The post Fugitive Harnek Singh Deported From US, Arrested by CBI After 13 Years appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit India for the first time in seven years, with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to be one of the key highlights of the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Modi is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian [] The post Xi Jinping to Visit India After 7 Years, Set to Meet PM Modi at BRICS Summit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The All India Congress Seva Dal has approved the appointment of lawyer Mitrabhanu Mohapatra as the new Treasurer of the Odisha Pradesh Congress Seva Dal. The responsibility was entrusted to him by Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) President Bhakta Charan Das and Odisha Congress Seva Dal President Shubhendu Mohanty, reflecting their confidence in his leadership. [] The post Odisha Pradesh Congress Seva Dal Appoints Mitrabhanu Mohapatra as Treasurer appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Od

The scheduling of the US Open has come under renewed scrutiny after Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz were involved in a record-breaking late-night thriller that ended at 3:34 am on Wednesday. Sheltons four-hour, 28-minute quarter-final defeat against Alcaraz became the latest finish in the 145-year history of the US Open. The match did not begin [] The post US Open Scheduling Under Fire After Alcaraz-Shelton Late Finish appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

Odisha is bracing for heavy rainfall after a Low Pressure Area formed over the North Bay of Bengal and neighbourhood at 5:30 am on Thursday, under the influence of an upper-air cyclonic circulation over the North Bay of Bengal and adjoining Bangladesh. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the weather system is likely to [] The post Odisha Weather Alert: Low-Pressure Area Forms Over Bay of Bengal, Heavy Rain Likely appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

A tragic incident was reported from Odishas Rayagada district where a tusker was killed in a train collision in the early hours of Thursday. The accident took place between Bissamcuttack and Therubali railway stations, near Brundabadi. According to preliminary information, the elephant was hit by a train while crossing or moving near the railway track. [] The post Elephant Killed After Being Hit by Train in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 48-hour wind warning for the Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas in view of the low pressure area over the North Bay of Bengal. According to the weather agency, squally winds of 40-50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph, are very likely over the North and Central [] The post Odisha Weather Alert: IMD Warns of Squally Winds, Rough Sea for Next 48 Hours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Minister Suryabanshi Suraj launches the Viksit Bharat Youth Leadership Dialogue 2027 at Kalinga Stadium. Discover how youth aged 15-29 can participate and shape India's future. The post Odisha Sports Minister Calls Upon Youth to Drive Viksit Bharat @2047 Vision appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi kicks off his UAE outreach with a monumental 2.10 lakh crore MoU with IHC and Adani Group, spanning 14 strategic projects, port infrastructure, and downstream chemical complexes. The post Odisha Marks Flying Start in UAE: Multi-Billion Dollar MoUs & Strategic Partnerships Secured on Day One appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .