Dragged Body By Hair: 2 Held In Nepal After Allegedly Looting Flood Victims Gold Earrings
Two men have been arrested in Nepal after a disturbing video emerged showing them allegedly taking gold earrings from the body of a woman who was swept downstream during devastating floods. The incident came to light as rescue operations continued across flood-hit parts of Nepal, where flash floods and landslides have left hundreds dead and [] The post Dragged Body By Hair: 2 Held In Nepal After Allegedly Looting Flood Victims Gold Earrings appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rumesh Pathirage Throws 92.07m in Zurich, Joins Elite 92m Club As Pressure Mounts On Neeraj Chopra
Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh Pathirage continued his remarkable 2026 season with another huge throw, launching the spear 92.07 metres to win the Zurich Diamond League meet. The 23-year-old saved his best effort for the final round at Letzigrund Stadium, breaking the 92m barrier for the second time in his career and underlining his growing [] The post Rumesh Pathirage Throws 92.07m in Zurich, Joins Elite 92m Club As Pressure Mounts On Neeraj Chopra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
SCB Medical College Staffer Held in Rs 1.4 Cr Fraud
A data entry operator at SCB Medical College and Hospital has been arrested by Mangalabag police in connection with alleged financial irregularities amounting to Rs 1.40 crore. The arrest followed a complaint lodged by the SCB Superintendent after an audit report flagged discrepancies in salaryrelated data of employees. Investigators revealed that the accused allegedly tampered [] The post SCB Medical College Staffer Held in Rs 1.4 Cr Fraud appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cyclonic Circulation Active Over Bay of Bengal, Fresh Low Pressure Likely Tomorrow
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a fresh lowpressure area likely to form over the northwest Bay of Bengal tomorrow, under the influence of an active cyclonic circulation. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across Odisha, with orange warnings issued for Kendujhar and Mayurbhanj districts. Nineteen other districts, including Sundaragada, Sambalpur, Sonepur, [] The post Cyclonic Circulation Active Over Bay of Bengal, Fresh Low Pressure Likely Tomorrow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Abhijeet Dipke questions JP Nadda over talks with
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has questioned the government over Union minister JP Naddas recent meeting with representatives of the Reservation Hatao Andolan, seeking clarity on the Centres position on caste-based reservations. Dipke took to X after Nadda held what he described as a cordial discussion with members of the group on Thursday. The meeting came [] The post Abhijeet Dipke questions JP Nadda over talks with Reservation Hatao group, asks: What does PM say? appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nine-Year-Old Girl Raped in Nayagada; Accused Held
A shocking incident has surfaced in Daspalla police limits where a nineyearold minor girl was allegedly raped by a man from Itamati. According to the complaint filed by the victims family, the accused lured the child to the roof of a house in Bhoisahi village and committed the crime. Villagers, upon learning of the incident, [] The post Nine-Year-Old Girl Raped in Nayagada; Accused Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
5.1 Magnitude Quake Strikes China
Two days after catastrophic flash floods and mudslides devastated Nepal and Tibet, claiming more than 460 lives, a 5.1magnitude earthquake struck Chinas Sichuan region on Friday. The quake, reported by the China Earthquake Networks Centre (CENC), occurred at 1.13 pm local time at a depth of 13 km, with tremors felt in Longchang. Authorities confirmed [] The post 5.1 Magnitude Quake Strikes Chinas Sichuan After Nepal Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nepal Floods: Three More Odias Reported Missing, Toll Rises to Five
The devastating floods in Nepal have claimed more Odia victims, with three members of a family from Baragadas Jampali village reported missing. The missing include Gunnam Jayakrishna, his wife Gunnam Sai Bindu Kumari, and their twoyearold daughter. Jayakrishna, who was employed at a hydro project in Nepal, had been living with his family near the [] The post Nepal Floods: Three More Odias Reported Missing, Toll Rises to Five appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha govt probes Vedanta plant over excess water usage
Vedanta Ltd's aluminium plant in Jharsuguda, Odisha, is under regulatory scrutiny by the state's Water Resources department regarding its water sources and drawal history. This follows a complaint alleging unauthorised groundwater extraction and previous financial demands for illegal water use, with the National Green Tribunal also seeking responses on environmental concerns.
Hirakud Dam Closes Two Gates, Eight Remain Open
Authorities at the Hirakud Dam closed two sluice gates on Friday morning, leaving eight gates open five on the left spillway and three on the right to regulate floodwater release. According to the 9 am update, the reservoir level stood at 624.25 feet. The average inflow was recorded at 2,05,974 cusecs, while the [] The post Hirakud Dam Closes Two Gates, Eight Remain Open appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Gamha Purnima at Puri Srimandir: World
The Jagannath Temple in Puri is set to witness a spectacular celebration of Gamha Purnima, as Lord Jagannath and Lord Balabhadra adorn what are regarded as the worlds largest rakhis. In a moving ritual of divine sibling affection, Devi Subhadra ties rakhis on her brothers arms, symbolising love and protection. The Patara Bisoi servitors prepare [] The post Gamha Purnima at Puri Srimandir: Worlds Largest Rakhis Grace Lord Jagannath and Balabhadra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar Mayor Warns Dog Owners After Patiala Attack, Urges Responsibility
Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das has issued a stern warning to pet dog owners, urging them to act responsibly and ensure their animals do not pose a threat or inconvenience to others. Her remarks came in the wake of the shocking Patiala incident where a couple was attacked by a pitbull. Das clarified that while residents [] The post Bhubaneswar Mayor Warns Dog Owners After Patiala Attack, Urges Responsibility appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
LoP Naveen Patnaik Expresses Grief Over Nepal Floods, Prays for Missing Indians
Odisha Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep sorrow over the catastrophic flash floods and mudslides in Nepals Bhote Koshi river that claimed numerous lives. On X, Patnaik said he was deeply saddened to learn about the death of so many people and extended his thoughts and prayers to the bereaved families. He voiced [] The post LoP Naveen Patnaik Expresses Grief Over Nepal Floods, Prays for Missing Indians appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Malkangiri Village Pit
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Kalimelas Mudakhal village when two-year-old Dasarath Sodi drowned after accidentally falling into a water-filled pit near his home. The boy, son of Bira and Sunali Sodi, had returned from the Anganwadi centre and was playing outside while his mother cooked lunch. His father had gone to graze cattle in the [] The post Two-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Malkangiri Village Pit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Penguin India Drops Sonia Gandhi Memoir
Penguin Random House India has reportedly decided not to publish Congress leader Sonia Gandhis much-anticipated memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love in India, following a disagreement over proposed editorial changes to the manuscript. According to a report by The Indian Express, the dispute centred on editorial changes and deletions sought by the publisher in a [] The post Penguin India Drops Sonia Gandhi Memoir Belonging Amid Editorial Dispute appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
How software engineer wanted for Hyderabad techies US murder was traced to Agra
A fugitive software engineer wanted for murder in Maryland was arrested in Agra. Arjun Sharma was apprehended by Telangana Police following an Interpol Red Corner Notice. He allegedly killed Nikitha Godishala on December 31, 2025, over a monetary dispute. A Delhi court has now cleared the way for his extradition proceedings to the US. The arrest followed a cheating case registered by the victim's family in India.
Odisha: 2 Chinese survivors brought to Paradip after bulk carrier sinks
The Indian Coast Guard brought two Chinese survivors to Paradip after Panama-flagged bulk carrier MV Ocean Winner sank off Odishas coast with 24 crew members on August 22
BJD opposes Odisha governments proposal for biometric attendance for college students
Biometric identity-based attendance for college students is an attempt intimidate students in the name of discipline, alleges principal Opposition party
Expired medicines worth crores dumped in river near Odisha hospital
Expired medicines worth crores dumped in river near Odisha hospital
CBI move welcome, still awaiting more answers, says Nikitha Godishalas family
Orissa HC directs govt to form arbitration panel of expert lawyers
Ex-roommate held in Agra for Hyderabad woman
Hyderabad: An accused in the alleged murder of a city-based woman in the US was traced in Agra, police said on Thursday, August 27. Arjun Sharma (26), the suspect in the murder of Nikitha Godishala (27), was tracked down to a flat in Agra by a team of Lalaguda Police Station here during the investigation Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
At this Indian Scotland, Talchers royal legacy lives on
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Odisha Over the Next Week
Bhubaneswar, August 27: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar announced on Thursday that Odisha is likely to experience widespread rainfall over the next five to seven days due to an active monsoon system and a developing low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal. IMD Director Manorama Mohanty stated that an upper air cyclonic circulation ... Read more Heavy Rainfall Expected in Odisha Over the Next Week
Union Minister of Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi has described the launch of the first Mahila Commando Conversion Course at the National Security Guard Training Academy in Manesar as a proud milestone for Nari Shakti. In a post on X, the Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Nari Shakti [] The post She Who Dares, Leads: Indias First Women Commando Course Begins at NSG Manesar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Orissa HC Reserves Verdict on PIL Against Extra Perks for Two Deputy CMs
Is Deputy Chief Minister a real office under the Constitution, or only a political title that later comes with extra staff, protocol and security paid from the public purse? That question reached a pause on Thursday. A division bench of Chief Justice Harish Tandon and Justice Chitta Ranjan Dash reserved its judgment after completing the [] The post Orissa HC Reserves Verdict on PIL Against Extra Perks for Two Deputy CMs appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nora Fatehi Opens Up About Emotional and Professional Toll of Sukesh Chandrasekhar Controversy
Actor and dancer Nora Fatehi has opened up about the professional and emotional impact of the controversy surrounding jailed conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, describing the period as one of the most difficult phases of her life and career. In a recent interview, Fatehi reflected on the years between 2018 and 2023, saying the controversy left her [] The post Nora Fatehi Opens Up About Emotional and Professional Toll of Sukesh Chandrasekhar Controversy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Thought to be missing, 2 Odisha women on trekking trip found safe
No news yet of Aus-based Odia couple, family says we have left it to the Almighty
Snakebite cases surge in flood-hit districts
Odisha widens probe into Vedanta water use, seeks historical drawal records
Water Resources department seeks details of Vedanta's water sources and drawal history amid allegations of unauthorised groundwater and river-water extraction
Search on for 2 missing boat capsize victims
Keonjhar nursery nurtures orphaned elephant calf
Ex-postmaster held after 11 years on the run
Modernisation work disrupts train services
BJD terms biometric attendance for college students as draconian
The Biju Janata Dal on Thursday sharply criticised the BJP-led Odisha governments plan to introduce biometric attendance for college students on a pilot basis, calling it an attempt to intimidate young people rather than fix a struggling education system. Party spokesperson Dr Lenin Mohanty said the proposal was unacceptable at a time when colleges lack [] The post BJD terms biometric attendance for college students as draconian appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Toxic Review Row: YouTuber Gets Legal Notice After Bengaluru Court Injunction
A YouTuber has shared a legal notice from the team behind Yash and Geetu Mohandas Toxic after posting a review of the film. The review remains online despite the notice. The legal controversy surrounding Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has intensified, with YouTuber Suraj Kumar revealing that he received a legal notice over [] The post Toxic Review Row: YouTuber Gets Legal Notice After Bengaluru Court Injunction appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
2 Chinese survivors of sunken ship handed over to their employer at Paradip
2 held for killing farmer, selling his pick-up van in Jharkhand
NIT Rourkela bags 1,340 job offers; 1.31 cr top offer
Odisha sets up 24x7 control room as India works to rescue citizens stranded by Nepal flash floods
Odisha has established a 24x7 control room to assist its residents affected by flash floods in Nepal. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed rescuing twenty-one Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu. These pilgrims were undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra when the disaster struck. The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu is ensuring their safety and facilitating their return home.
China Warns Nepal: Barrier Lake May Burst in 3 Days
Authorities in Nepal are on high alert after China issued a warning that a newly formed barrier lake near the NepalTibet border could overflow within three days, unleashing another destructive flood downstream. The alert comes just a day after massive glacier collapse triggered deadly flooding in the Bhotekoshi River, underscoring the growing vulnerability of Himalayan [] The post China Warns Nepal: Barrier Lake May Burst in 3 Days appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
X Suspends Account of Organisers of RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat
Social media platform X has suspended the account of American Hindus for Engagement and Dialogue (AHEAD), the forum organising an upcoming New York event featuring Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat. The suspension comes just two days before the event, which is scheduled to take place at Madison Square Garden on August 29. The [] The post X Suspends Account of Organisers of RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwats New York Event appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Festival Rush? ECoR Extends Jhansi
East Coast Railway has extended the weekly special between Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi and Khurda Road Junction to handle extra passenger demand during the festival and holiday season. Train No. 01929 Virangana Lakshmibai JhansiKhurda Road Weekly Special will run every Friday from 4 September 2026 to 27 November 2026. The return service, Train No. 01930 Khurda [] The post Festival Rush? ECoR Extends JhansiKhurda Weekly Special Till November appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Retirement no shield from contempt: Orissa HC asks ex-DGP Khurania to face action
Odisha trio returns safely after Nepal floods disrupt pilgrimage
The Show Must Go On, Even At 82
NLSIU Cancels 2026 Convocation Amid Row Over CJI Surya Kant
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has cancelled its 2026 convocation amid an ongoing controversy over the proposed participation of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Bar Council of India (BCI) chairman Manan Kumar Mishra. The university announced on Thursday that its 34th annual convocation, which was scheduled for September 12, [] The post NLSIU Cancels 2026 Convocation Amid Row Over CJI Surya Kants Proposed Presence appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
45 Indian coal power plants have critically low fuel, government data shows
Heavy rainfall in some of the key coal-rich Indian states, including Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh has hit mining and slowed the transportation of the fuel for power plants, industry sources said
Rayagada Dacoity Case Cracked: Seven Arrested, Gold and Silver Recovered
Police have cracked the sensational Sindhekela dacoity case, arresting seven accused from Kalyansinghpur in Rayagada district and recovering stolen property worth nearly Rs 3 crore. The arrests follow a series of incidents in Sindhekela village under Sindhekela police station, where miscreants looted a jewellery shop and the revered Dwaraseni temple, sparking public outrage. Recovered items [] The post Rayagada Dacoity Case Cracked: Seven Arrested, Gold and Silver Recovered appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
PM Modi to Meet Putin at SCO Summit in Bishkek: Trade, Energy and Regional Issues on Agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. The meeting is expected to cover a range of bilateral, regional and global issues, with India-Russia trade and [] The post PM Modi to Meet Putin at SCO Summit in Bishkek: Trade, Energy and Regional Issues on Agenda appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Penta Shiva Temple Theft Case Cracked in Rayagada, Three Arrested
Police have successfully cracked the Penta Shiva Temple theft case under Chandili police station in Rayagada district, arresting three accused and recovering stolen idols and valuables. The theft occurred during the night of August2526, when miscreants broke open the temple lock and stole the metal idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, along with other [] The post Penta Shiva Temple Theft Case Cracked in Rayagada, Three Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Charan Singh Meena Assumes Charge as DIG Northern Range
IPS officer Charan Singh Meena has formally assumed charge as Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Northern Range. On Thursday morning, Meena first sought blessings at Maa Samaleswari temple before taking charge from outgoing IG Himanshu Kumar Lal at noon. He thanked the Odisha Government for entrusting him with the responsibility. Speaking to the media [] The post Charan Singh Meena Assumes Charge as DIG Northern Range appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
288 Indians Missing After Nepal Floods, 21 Rescued: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday confirmed that 288 Indian nationals remain uncontactable following the devastating floods in Nepals Rasuwa district, while 21 Indians have been rescued so far. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government is working closely with Nepalese authorities to trace missing groups, which include Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims, workers at [] The post 288 Indians Missing After Nepal Floods, 21 Rescued: MEA appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Coast Guard rescues 2 Chinese sailors from sunken ship
The Indian Coast Guard ship Varad successfully brought two Chinese survivors of a sunken Panama-flagged bulk carrier to Paradip, Odisha. The MV Ocean Winner, carrying 24 crew members, sank in the Bay of Bengal on August 22. Coordinated sea and air search operations are ongoing to locate the remaining missing crew members.
Odisha CM Announces Rs 75.60-Cr Package for Golabandha Displaced Families
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday announced a special rehabilitation and resettlement (R&R) package of Rs 75.60 crore for 1,371 displaced families of Golabandha in Ganjam district, saying the four-decade-old dispute had finally been given a permanent solution. The Chief Minister launched the package at a special programme in Golabandha and also distributed [] The post Odisha CM Announces Rs 75.60-Cr Package for Golabandha Displaced Families appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Heavy Rain to Lash Odisha from Aug 29 as Fresh Low Pressure Forms
The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall across Odisha from Saturday, as a new lowpressure area is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal around August30. Under the influence of the existing system, widespread rain continues across the state. The upcoming lowpressure area is expected to intensify, bringing strong winds [] The post Heavy Rain to Lash Odisha from Aug 29 as Fresh Low Pressure Forms appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
21 Indian Nationals from Tamil Nadu Rescued in Nepal Floods: MEA
In a major relief amid the devastating floods in Nepal, 21 Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu who had travelled for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra have been rescued, the Embassy of India in Nepal confirmed. According to an update shared by Randhir Jaiswal, the rescued individuals were part of a group stranded near the floodaffected regions. [] The post 21 Indian Nationals from Tamil Nadu Rescued in Nepal Floods: MEA appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two Chinese Crew Rescued After Cargo Ship Sinks Off Odisha Coast
Coast Guard, Navy Continue Search For 22 Missing Crew Members
Odisha STA Launches Raksha Purnima Road Safety Campaign, Felicitates Drivers
On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Purnima, the State Transport Authority (STA), Odisha, organised a unique road safety awareness campaign, linking the spirit of Rakhi as a Promise of Safety with responsible driving practices. The programme, held at Esplanade Mall in Bhubaneswar, saw Transport Commissioner Amitabh Thakur felicitate lawabiding drivers with appreciation certificates and gifts. [] The post Odisha STA Launches Raksha Purnima Road Safety Campaign, Felicitates Drivers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Orissa HC Initiates Contempt Proceedings Against Former DGP Y.B. Khurania
The Orissa High Court has initiated contempt proceedings against former Director General of Police (DGP) Y.B. Khurania, issuing a showcause notice for alleged violation of a September 25, 2025 court order. The court observed that despite repeated opportunities, its directives were not implemented and misleading affidavits were filed in the matter. Khurania, who retired on [] The post Orissa HC Initiates Contempt Proceedings Against Former DGP Y.B. Khurania appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Toxic release sparks meme fest online as Yash film leaves audiences divided
Yash and Geetu Mohandas much-awaited film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups hit theatres on Wednesday, but the films release was followed by a wave of memes and mixed reactions online. While the film had generated considerable anticipation ahead of its release, social media users quickly began turning their reactions into humorous memes. From jokes [] The post Toxic release sparks meme fest online as Yash film leaves audiences divided appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
178 Indians Among 644 Missing After Nepal Floods, Rescue Ops Intensify
The Nepal Tourism Board has confirmed that 178 Indian nationals are among 644 people reported missing after devastating flash floods struck the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Gorkha districts. A preliminary record compiled from trekking and travel companies identified 644 travellers, including 127 Nepalis, whose whereabouts remain unknown. The figures [] The post 178 Indians Among 644 Missing After Nepal Floods, Rescue Ops Intensify appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
45 coal power plants have critical low fuel
New Delhi: Forty five power plants in India are operating with critically low coal inventories, government data showed, as monsoon rains disrupt supplies and electricity demand rises amid hotter-than-usual weather linked to El Nino.The number of plants with coal stocks below 25% of their required inventory or with critically low stocks to generate power for less than three days has risen sharply from 31 at the end of July, the data as of August 25 showed.Of the affected plants, 40 are domestic coal-fired plants, according to data on the website of Central Electricity Authority, a think tank linked to the federal power ministry.Also read: Industry insists on assured offtake for coal gasificationHeavy rainfall in some of the key coal-rich Indian states, including Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh has hit mining and slowed the transportation of the fuel for power plants, industry sources said.There has been a significant (inventory) drawdown, particularly through August, resulting in stocks falling 19% from end-July levels, commodities consultancy BigMint said.Coal stocks at power plants stood at 30.95 million tons, equivalent to around 10 days of operational requirement, compared with 12 in July, BigMint said.The lower coal stocks come at a time when the South Asian country is headed for its weakest monsoon since 2009, with uneven El Nino-linked rainfall driving up electricity demand in parts of the country.The uneven monsoon has driven power demand, primarily for air-conditioning. But coal supplies are running hand-to-mouth, an official at the country's largest thermal power producer, NTPC told Reuters.There is a need for five to six rakes at some plants, but we are receiving only half that number, the NTPC official said.India has received 12% less rainfall than normal so far this monsoon season, leading to greater reliance on coal-fired power generation, particularly during the night when cooling demand remains elevated.As a result, the power ministry has asked some of the coal-fired power plants to delay planned maintenance of units until the supply situation becomes clearer, a senior ministry official said.The sources could not be named because they were not authorised to speak to the media.
Two rescued Chinese crew members of sunken Panama-flagged vessel brought to Odishas Paradip
The MV Ocean Winner had sailed with iron ore from Paradip for China on August 20. There were 24 crew members on board, comprising 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals and one Bangladeshi national
Two Pilots Killed as Training Aircraft Crashes in Kanpur
A twinengine fourseater training aircraft belonging to Garg Aviation crashed near Nattha Khera Ganga Barrage in Kanpur on Thursday morning, killing both the instructor and trainee pilot on the spot. The victims were identified as Sachin Bhatia, an experienced instructor pilot from Gujarat with over 3,000 flying hours, and Abhishek Pujari, a trainee pilot from [] The post Two Pilots Killed as Training Aircraft Crashes in Kanpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Newborn Baby Girl Found Under Bush Near Puri CHC
A newborn baby girl was rescued after being abandoned under a bush near the main road in front of Charichhak Community Health Centre in Puri. According to reports, a woman from the Kakatpur area, belonging to a minority community, had given birth at the health centre the previous day. On the evening of the same [] The post Newborn Baby Girl Found Under Bush Near Puri CHC appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India Needs to Expand Olympic Footprint to Boost Medal Tally, Says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for a broader approach to Indias Olympic ambitions, saying the country needs to participate in more sporting disciplines if it wants to significantly improve its medal tally. Speaking virtually to athletes, students and volunteers during the Khelo India Dialogue, Modi reiterated a point from his Independence Day address [] The post India Needs to Expand Olympic Footprint to Boost Medal Tally, Says PM Modi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Football Team Safe in Pokhara, Three Friends from Puri Return from Flood
Amid devastating flash floods in Nepal, Odias stranded in the neighbouring country have been traced safe, bringing relief to families back home. A 13member football team from Bhubaneswar, including players, a coach and accompanying members, had travelled to Pokhara for a match when floods struck Nepal. Their phones were unreachable for hours, raising concern among [] The post Odisha Football Team Safe in Pokhara, Three Friends from Puri Return from FloodHit Nepal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Expired Medicines Allegedly Dumped in Odisha River: Where Does India
Expired medicines near an Odisha river expose the hidden risks of unsafe healthcare waste disposal.
Suspended BJP Leader Prakash Paswan Arrested in Bihar in Raurkela Circuit House Case
Suspended youth BJP leader Prakash Paswan was arrested in Bihar on Wednesday evening, 11 days after going into hiding following the seizure of firearms and live ammunition from the governmentrun Raurkela Circuit House. Police suspect Paswan to be the alleged mastermind behind providing shelter to armed criminals at the Circuit House. On August 15, two [] The post Suspended BJP Leader Prakash Paswan Arrested in Bihar in Raurkela Circuit House Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Australia-based Odisha couple among missing in Nepal flash floods
Odia Couple Missing in Nepal Flash Flood, Govt Seeks MEA Help
An Odia couple from Khordha district has gone missing in Nepal following a massive flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River. According to the Odisha Government, Sandeep Mohapatra and Siddharthi Kumari Sahu, who have been living in Australia since 2018, travelled to Nepal on August 22. Their mobile phones have remained switched off since the [] The post Odia Couple Missing in Nepal Flash Flood, Govt Seeks MEA Help appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two Odisha Tourists Missing After Nepal Flash Floods
The missing persons have been identified as Sandeep Mahapatra and his wife, Sidharthi Kumari Sahu
Odisha Literary Figure Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai Honoured with World Honoris Causa
In a moment of pride for Odisha and India, eminent literary personality Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai has been conferred with the prestigious The World Honoris Causa, Doctoral Cluster of the Hispanic World Union of Writers Award. The Hispanic World Union of Writers (UHE), a leading international literary body headquartered in Peru, confers this honour on [] The post Odisha Literary Figure Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai Honoured with World Honoris Causa appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Bhubaneswar Police Trains 200 New Sub-Inspectors in Night Blocking Operations
The Commissionerate Police in Bhubaneswar has provided specialised night-blockingtraining to nearly 200 newly inducted sub-inspectors who have successfully completed their probation. The training equips officers with practical skills in night patrolling, vehicle checks, drunk-driving detection using breath analysers, and crime prevention measures. Officials emphasised that the initiative is crucial to curb nighttime offences, including illegal [] The post Bhubaneswar Police Trains 200 New Sub-Inspectors in Night Blocking Operations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Who Owns the Mountains?
Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
The Odisha government has declined to accept the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena had submitted his resignation in July citing personal reasons. Meena clarified that his decision was taken after discussions with family and friends, stressing that there was no external [] The post Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenas Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meene
The Odisha government has declined to accept the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena had submitted his resignation in July citing personal reasons. Meena clarified that his decision was taken after discussions with family and friends, stressing that there was no external [] The post Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenes Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nepal Floods: UP, Bihar, Uttarakhand on High Alert as Death Toll Rises to 160
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand have stepped up flood preparedness after a devastating flash flood in Nepals Bhote Koshi River left at least 160 people dead and hundreds of tourists, including 133 Indians, reportedly missing. The disaster in Nepals Rasuwa district has triggered concerns in neighbouring Indian states as additional water could flow into rivers [] The post Nepal Floods: UP, Bihar, Uttarakhand on High Alert as Death Toll Rises to 160 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMD forecasts widespread rain, thunderstorms across India till September 1
IMD forecasts widespread rainfall across several states till September 1, with heavy rain likely in parts of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and the Northeast
1 Kashmir-tested antibiotic among 199 samples flagged in CDSCOs July alert
Srinagar, Aug 26:A Cefpodoxime dispersible tablet sample tested through DTL, Dalgate Srinagar has failed description test, and is listed among the 199 flagged samples found Not of Standard Quality by Central Drugs Standards Control Organisation (CDSCO). The country-wide alert includes medicines, cosmetics and medical devices found NSQ or misbranded. One product, Diabetes All Powder has been declared spurious. The spurious drug sample tested at Chattrapati Sambhajinagar Lab in Maharashtra raises serious concerns about a formulation that was being sold for life-threatening disease diabetes. The CDSCO has a robust network of laboratories across states and UTs for ensuing quality healthcare formulations, disposables, devices and other items in healthcare. The batch of Cefpodoxime Dispersible Tablets Nexopod-100DT is an antibiotic sample reported by the Drug Testing Laboratory (DTL), Dalgate, Srinagar. It has been included among 199 drug, cosmetic and medical-device samples flagged by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) in its July 2026 State Drug Alert. The antibiotic sample was recorded as failing the Description test. The product Cefpodoxime Dispersible Tablets Nexopod -100DT, with batch number BL-033E25 is the NSQ sample listed. Its manufacturing date is listed as May-2025, while the expiry is Apr-2027. The manufacturer has been identified as Austin Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Antibiotics remain among the medicines routinely used across clinics and hospitals. The CDSCO's July alert covers a broad range of pharmaceutical and healthcare products, including antibiotics, antidiabetics, antihypertensives, analgesics, gastrointestinal medicines, cardiovascular drugs, corticosteroids, antiepileptics, vitamin and mineral preparations, including injections. It also lists medical devices and cosmetic products. The 199 samples have been flagged under different categories of quality and compliance failures, involving parameters such as assay, dissolution, disintegration, identification, description, pH, sterility, uniformity of weight, content of active ingredients and compliance with label claims. Many products have been classified as misbranded. The July list contains several other antibiotic formulations including Cefixime Dispersible Tablets IP. Many formulations of Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP, a commonly prescribed antibiotic combination have failed quality tests. A Levofloxacin Tablets IP 500 mgandCefpodoximeProxetil-Clavulanic Acid have also been listed as NSQ. Pantoprazole Tablets IP, manufactured by Finecure Pharmaceuticals, is among the products listed, alongside Methotrexate Tablets IP 7.5 mg manufactured by Macmillon Pharmaceuticals, Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP manufactured by Cureza Healthcare, Pregabalin Capsules IP 300 mg manufactured by Divine Medicare, Itraconazole 100 mg manufactured by MK Healthcare. The July alert also includes Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP. Failures extend to injections and topical medicines. Shockingly, Oxytocin Injection IP 5 IU/ml. The July 2026 State Drug Alert reflects quality-control findings reported by laboratories across multiple jurisdictions, including Punjab, Rajasthan, Odisha, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Chandigarh.
MMDR Amendment Act row: INDIA bloc announces Assembly gherao on Sept 29
Bhubaneswar, Aug 27 (IANS) Mounting their protest against the recently passed Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act-2026, (MMDR Act-2026), the INDIA bloc leaders in the state has announced a massive gherao of the Odisha Assembly on September 29. The decision was finalised during a joint meeting of the Opposition alliance held at Congress []
Flood disrupts PG spot admission plans, govt extends deadline till Sept 5
HC orders registration of Utkal Khadi Mandal land deed
Spl package likely to end 40-yr Golabandha relocation lockjam
Twin cities faithfuls celebrate Prophets birth anniversary
Raksha Bandhan Gift: Women To Ride AMA Buses Free Across Seven Odisha Cities
The fare-free facility will be available throughout the day in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Rourkela, Sambalpur, Berhampur and Kendujhar. CRUT expects nearly one lakh women commuters to benefit from the initiative.
Fire services launches AI chatbot for safety compliance
