CM Majhi visits flood-hit Jajpur, Bhadrak districts as over 7.85 lakh affected in Odisha
Odisha's Chief Minister undertook a boat ride to reach inundated villages in Jajpur district. The flood situation remains grim, affecting over 7.85 lakh people across several districts. The state government has deployed rescue teams and opened relief camps for evacuated citizens. Meanwhile, a political row erupted over alleged exclusion of opposition MLAs from the CM's visit. The India Meteorological Department forecasts more rains, issuing alerts for multiple districts.
Police Officer, Journalist Among 4 Arrested For Kidnapping Odisha Businessman
Police said Bhubaneswar-based journalist Sanjay Jena, who is allegedly close to Snehamanjari, impersonated a police officer and escorted Narendra Sahu to Khandagiri police station on August 15.
Odisha Vigilance Department Arrests Doctor for Bribery in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, August 18: The Odisha Vigilance Department arrested a doctor on Monday at the Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe. The doctor is accused of accepting 30,000 in exchange for signing necessary work certificates for the release of salaries for employees of a non-governmental organization (NGO) working at the hospital. ... Read more Odisha Vigilance Department Arrests Doctor for Bribery in Bhubaneswar
Floods hit 7.85 lakh people in 6 Odisha districts
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi accompanied by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, visited Jajpur district to make a spot assessment about flood response
Mysterious Death of Odisha Man Found in Hotel Room in Satna
Satna, August 18: A shocking incident has unfolded in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, where the body of a 30-year-old man from Odisha was discovered under suspicious circumstances in a hotel room. The police have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of death. The deceased has been identified as Bachhal Loknath, a resident of Ganjam district ... Read more Mysterious Death of Odisha Man Found in Hotel Room in Satna
Odisha Chief Minister Reviews Flood Relief Efforts
Bhubaneswar, August 18: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi emphasized that ensuring the safety of flood-affected individuals and providing them with immediate assistance is the state governments top priority. During a visit to flood-affected villages in Jajpur and Bhadrak districts, the Chief Minister made these remarks alongside senior ministers and officials. Instead of traveling by ... Read more Odisha Chief Minister Reviews Flood Relief Efforts
Police Bust Sex Racket in Jagatsinghpur
In a swift afternoon operation on 17 August, Jagatsinghpur Sadar police raided a rented house in the Purohitpur area that was allegedly being used for run sex racket. The raid led to the rescue of two young women and the arrest of the alleged operator, along with three customers. According to police, the illicit activity [] The post Police Bust Sex Racket in Jagatsinghpur | 2 Women Rescued, 3 Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jharkhand Cancels JSSC-CGL Exam, CID to Probe TDPL Tests Since 2014
Ranchi witnessed a dramatic turn of events as the Jharkhand government announced the cancellation of the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (JSSC-CGL) examination following days of intense student protests. Chief Minister Hemant Soren declared that the Crime Investigation Department (CID) will investigate all examinations conducted by TSR Data Processing Private Limited (TDPL) since [] The post Jharkhand Cancels JSSC-CGL Exam, CID to Probe TDPL Tests Since 2014 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Youth Scales Jagannath Temple Spire in Puri, Sparks Security Concerns
A dramatic incident at the Puri Jagannath Temple has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of its security arrangements. A young man identified as Madhab Gopinath Nayak, reportedly from Chhattisgarh, scaled the temple structure and reached the upper portion, leaving devotees and officials stunned. Visuals of Nayak perched high on the temple quickly circulated, prompting [] The post Youth Scales Jagannath Temple Spire in Puri, Sparks Security Concerns appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Devotee scales Jagannath Temple to retrieve purse snatched by monkey
Lessons in Fiscal Turnaround: A Blueprint for State Finance Secretaries
Many state finance secretaries inherit crumbling public finances. Most states experience extreme fiscal stressan inadequacy of resources to cover routine operational costs, let alone crucial investments in education, healthcare, agriculture, and rural infrastructure. Typical symptoms of near-insolvency include a high debt-to-GDP ratio, expanding year-on-year revenue deficits, and unsustainable borrowings that deepen the crisis. When states [] The post Lessons in Fiscal Turnaround: A Blueprint for State Finance Secretaries appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha is rapidly transforming into one of the countrys leading centres for skill development, driven by the visionary guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the focused leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. This strong assertion came from Odishas Minister for Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain, while addressing the regional [] The post Odisha Emerging as Indias Premier Skilling Hub: Minister Highlights Vision at Kaushal Manthan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha records 5,721 lightning deaths in 18 years, mineral belts hit hard
Researchers found higher fatalities in several mineral-rich districts and a strong link between population density and lightning mortality, calling for targeted mitigation
Flight from Jguda to city suspended
Workers death sparks protest over compensation
Congress threatens Odisha Bandh over MMDR Bill, seeks special House session
The Congress alleges the MMDR Amendment Bill threatens Odisha's fiscal autonomy and mineral rights, and has sought an all-party meeting and a special Assembly session
Buyers explore vehicle options as E20 fuel debate deepens
Cherry blossom trees to woo tourists to dists
Parents fed begins agitation over textbook errors
As many as 242 villages across eight blocks remain surrounded by floodwaters, disrupting road connectivity and affecting normal life: Reports
HC to BMC, BPIA: Measure high-rise height by Aug 20
HC lawyers raise concern over shortage of judges; only 17 of 33 posts filled
Odisha-Hyderabad marijuana supply chain busted, two inter-state drug peddlers arrested
Bali Yatra sails to NYC, takes Odishas maritime legacy to India Day parade
Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Expresses Cancelled on Aug 18 Due to Link Train Delay
East Coast Railway has announced the cancellation of both directions of the popular Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Express on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. Train No. 22840 BhubaneswarRourkela Intercity Express will remain cancelled on 18 August 2026. In the return direction, Train No. 22839 RourkelaBhubaneswar Intercity Express will also remain cancelled on the same day. The decision has [] The post Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Expresses Cancelled on Aug 18 Due to Link Train Delay appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Vigilance Nabs Former Tusura PACS Secretary in Rs 42.31 Lakh Paddy Funds Scam
Odisha Vigilance has arrested Sanoj Kumar Mishra, the former Secretary of Tusura Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) Ltd. under Gudvela Block in Balangir district, for misappropriating 42.31 lakh in government paddy funds during KMS 2014-15. He was produced before the Court of Special Judge, Vigilance, Balangir. The arrest stems from a detailed probe into systemic [] The post Odisha Vigilance Nabs Former Tusura PACS Secretary in Rs 42.31 Lakh Paddy Funds Scam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Tourist Dies After Fall from Baragada Waterfall
A tragic accident at Barabakhara waterfall in Debrigarh sanctuary claimed the life of Hitesh Pradhan, a youth from Gobindpur village, after he slipped and fell on Monday. The incident has reignited concerns over tourist safety at waterfalls in Baragada district, where repeated accidents have been reported due to slippery paths, deep waters, and lack of [] The post Tourist Dies After Fall from Baragada Waterfall appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
WCD Odisha Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Anganwadi Helper
Women and Child Development Department Odisha (WCD Odisha) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 3 vacancies, including Anganwadi Helper and Anganwadi Worker posts. The online application process will be conducted up to 28 August 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, wcd.odisha.gov.in.
Odisha to Host World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet on Aug 22
Odisha is set to solidify its status as a global sports powerhouse as the iconic Kalinga Stadium hosts the landmark World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet on August 22, 2026. Organized by the Odisha Sports and Youth Services Department, in collaboration with the Athletics Federation of India and under the aegis of World Athletics, this [] The post Odisha to Host World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet on Aug 22 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Govt sets up cyber crime coordination centre
Odisha Police Crowned FAO Football League Champions, Felicitated by DGP
The Odisha Police football team has emerged as champions of the FAO Football League, organised by the Football Association of Odisha (FAO) and the State Sports Department. In the final held on August 16 at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, Odisha Police defeated Young Utkal Club 51, showcasing remarkable skill and teamwork. Purushottam Kerketta scored two goals, [] The post Odisha Police Crowned FAO Football League Champions, Felicitated by DGP appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rly min asks officers to keep watch on vulnerable tracks
Utkal University postpones exams amid floods
Dy CM Pravati Parida Inaugurates Training for Child Welfare Committee Members in Bhubaneswar
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida today inaugurated a fiveday training programme for the second batch of newly joined Child Welfare Committee (CWC) members at the State Institute for Women and Children (SIWC) Campus in Bhubaneswar. A total of 58 members from 27 districts will undergo training under the programme. Addressing the gathering, Parida reaffirmed the [] The post Dy CM Pravati Parida Inaugurates Training for Child Welfare Committee Members in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Floods: Schools Closed as 2.70 Lakh People Affected, 400 Students Stranded
Flood waters have wreaked havoc in the state, with nearly 2.70 lakh people affected as several rivers are witnessing rises in water levels. The damage to infrastructure and property has mounted with authorities closing schools in four districts while also worrying
Odisha CPET Second Allotment List 2026 - Check Merit/Selection List at pg.samsodisha.gov.in
Odisha CPET Second Allotment List 2026 will be released on August 17, 2026 at pg.samsodisha.gov.in. Check how to view your second merit/selection list, important counselling dates, freeze/slide/float steps, required documents, and what to do next before PG classes begin on August 21, 2026.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday conducted an extensive survey of floodaffected areas in various blocks of Jajpur district, travelling by boat to assess the damage and interact with local residents. Accompanied by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, BJP State President Manmohan Samal, MPs and MLAs, [] The post CM Majhi Visits FloodHit Areas in Jajpur, Reviews Relief Distribution appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mondo Duplantis Breaks European Championship Record With 6.15m Vault
Swedish pole vault sensation Mondo Duplantis delivered another recordbreaking performance at the European Athletics Championships, clearing 6.15 metres to set a new championship record and secure his fourth consecutive European title. The 27yearold world record holder first equalled the previous mark of 6.10m before soaring past it with ease. His victory continued a remarkable streak, [] The post Mondo Duplantis Breaks European Championship Record With 6.15m Vault appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Police Grants Rs 6.55 Lakh Aid and Job Relief to Late Home Guard
Odisha Police has extended financial assistance of Rs 6.55 lakh to the family of late Home Guard Pradeep Kumar Martha, who passed away on April 24, 2026, while undergoing treatment at Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar. The amount, contributed by IPS officers of Odisha, was handed over to Marthas wife Urmila Martha by DG (AntiNaxal Operations) Sanjeeb [] The post Odisha Police Grants Rs 6.55 Lakh Aid and Job Relief to Late Home Guards Family appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two Odisha Leaders in Nitin Nabin
Odisha has secured two prominent positions in the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) revamped national organisational team announced by party president Nitin Nabin on Monday. Senior Odisha leader Baijayant Panda will continue as the BJPs national vice president, while Sambit Patra, the partys Lok Sabha MP from Puri, has been assigned the responsibility of North-East Coordinator. [] The post Two Odisha Leaders in Nitin Nabins BJP Team; Baijayant Panda Retained, Sambit Patra Gets Northeast Charge appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Capital Hospital Doctor Arrested by Odisha Vigilance for Rs 30K Bribe
Odisha Vigilance on Monday arrested Dr Satyajit Behera, Assistant Surgeon at Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar, while he was allegedly accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe from an NGO functionary. The NGO had been engaged by the hospital to assist unknown and destitute patients arriving at the casualty ward. The functionary had been requesting Dr Behera since June [] The post Capital Hospital Doctor Arrested by Odisha Vigilance for Rs 30K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday announced a major reshuffle of its national office-bearers, seven months after Nitin Nabin took charge as the partys national president. The new team includes 12 women and reflects the BJPs emphasis on social representation, with leaders from different castes and tribal communities finding positions in the organisation. Several [] The post BJP Announces Major National Team Reshuffle Under Nitin Nabin; Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav Make Comebacks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Teachers Protest in Bhubaneswar with Four
The Odisha Milita Shikshak Sangathan staged a mass dharna at Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar on Monday, pressing a fourpoint charter of demands that includes withdrawal of the decision to reappoint retired guest teachers and filling thousands of vacant posts. Despite heavy rain, teachers from across the state gathered in the capital, demanding immediate recruitment of [] The post Odisha Teachers Protest in Bhubaneswar with FourPoint Demand appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Allu Arjun Deletes Independence Day Post After Backlash Over Missing Ashoka Chakra
Telugu actor Allu Arjun faced criticism on social media after sharing an Independence Day post featuring an illustration of the Indian Tricolour that appeared without the Ashoka Chakra. The actor subsequently deleted the post. The graphic showed the Tricolour flying over the Red Fort and carried the message HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY. Allu Arjuns logo was [] The post Allu Arjun Deletes Independence Day Post After Backlash Over Missing Ashoka Chakra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Joins $2 Billion Club; Here Are 7 Films That Did It Before
Tom Hollands latest Spider-Man adventure has reportedly entered one of Hollywoods most exclusive box-office clubs. Crossing the $2 billion mark at the worldwide box office is a rare achievement, reserved for some of the biggest blockbusters in cinema history. Now, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has reportedly joined that elite group. Starring Tom Holland, the superhero [] The post Spider-Man: Brand New Day Joins $2 Billion Club; Here Are 7 Films That Did It Before appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Saatvik Solar inks MoU with Odisha for 3.6 GW solar cell manufacturing facility
New facility to form part of Saatvik Solars broader manufacturing development at Gopalpur, where it is already progressing with its Phase I integrated manufacturing facility
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev has warned the Narendra Modi government over alleged irregularities in education and recruitment examinations, saying public agitation could intensify if the issues are not addressed. Speaking to reporters at Patanjali Yogpeeth on Indias 80th Independence Day, Ramdev said students were raising concerns over a range of issues, including inadequate facilities in [] The post Baba Ramdev Warns Centre Over Scams, Says He May Protest Again appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Dimagi Naxal Party Instagram Account Vanishes After Gaining 1.6 Lakh Followers in a Day
An Instagram account named Dimagi Naxal Party surfaced recently and attracted more than 1.6 lakh followers within a day, only to disappear shortly afterwards. The sudden rise and disappearance of the account has sparked curiosity over who operated the handle and why it was taken down or became unavailable. According to information visible on Instagram, [] The post Dimagi Naxal Party Instagram Account Vanishes After Gaining 1.6 Lakh Followers in a Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Subhadra Yojana 5th Instalment Disbursal on Raksha Bandhan for over One Crore Women
Over onecrorewomen enrolled under Odishas SubhadraYojana will receive their next instalment of financial assistance on August28,RakshaBandhan, DeputyChiefMinister PravatiParida announced on Monday. The statelevel disbursal event will be held in Nayagarh, marking the fifth instalment under the flagship womenfocused welfare scheme. Parida said that applications verified and recommended by district administrations by August28 will be included [] The post Subhadra Yojana 5th Instalment Disbursal on Raksha Bandhan for over One Crore Women appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Moderate Flood Situation in Odisha: Brahmani and Baitarani Rivers Overflow, 5 Lakh People Affected
Odisha continues to battle a moderate flood situation, with Brahmani and Baitarani rivers remaining swollen. According to EngineerinChief Dillip Kumar Rout, waterlogging is expected to persist for another 45 days, even as rainfall has reduced in some districts. In Jajpur and Bhadrak, river levels are gradually receding, but floodwaters will take several days to drain. [] The post Moderate Flood Situation in Odisha: Brahmani and Baitarani Rivers Overflow, 5 Lakh People Affected appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Balangir Businessman Abduction: SI and Journalist Arrested
The kidnapping case of Balangir businessman Narendra Sahu alias Gunda has taken a dramatic turn with police arresting SubInspector Sneha Manjari Sahu and journalist Sanjay Jena in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. Police sources revealed that Sneha Manjari Sahu, sister of prime accused Kshitij Sahu, and journalist Sanjay Jena played crucial roles in the abduction, with investigators [] The post Balangir Businessman Abduction: SI and Journalist Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
E10 for older vehicles? CEA backs separate petrol option as E20 debate intensifies
Indias transition to E20 petrol has sparked a fresh debate over whether owners of older vehicles should continue to have access to E10 fuel. Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran has suggested bringing back E10 petrol as an option for older vehicles, arguing that millions of two-wheelers on Indian roads were designed to run on [] The post E10 for older vehicles? CEA backs separate petrol option as E20 debate intensifies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nuapada Lady Attendant Death: Male Friend Arrested
Police have arrested Lokesh Sahu in connection with the death of Mamata Majhi, an attendant at Dharambandha PHC, and sent him to custody. The arrest was confirmed by the Nuapada SDPO, who stated that the investigation is proceeding under relevant sections of the law. A case had earlier been registered at Dharambandha police station under [] The post Nuapada Lady Attendant Death: Male Friend Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rahul Gandhi Gets SC Relief in Disproportionate Assets Case, Allahabad HC Told To Defer Proceedings
The Supreme Court on Monday granted relief to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a case involving allegations of disproportionate assets, directing the Allahabad High Court to defer further proceedings for the time being. The top court also instructed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) not to submit any report before [] The post Rahul Gandhi Gets SC Relief in Disproportionate Assets Case, Allahabad HC Told To Defer Proceedings appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Ambulance wheel detaches in Nabarangpur, Sparks Safety Concerns
A serious safety lapse was reported in Nandahandi block of Nabarangpur district when an ambulances front wheel detached midroad after its bearing broke. The vehicle, returning from Nishinandi Panchayats Bania area, came to a sudden halt in the middle of the road, narrowly avoiding a major accident. Witnesses said the incident could have led to [] The post Ambulance wheel detaches in Nabarangpur, Sparks Safety Concerns appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Hirakud Dam Opens Seven Gates as Reservoir Level Rises to 619 ft
Authorities at the Hirakud Dam opened five additional sluice gates on Monday, bringing the total number of open gates to seven five on the left spillway and two on the right. Earlier, two gates had already been opened to release excess floodwater. According to the daily reservoir update at 8:00 am, the water level [] The post Hirakud Dam Opens Seven Gates as Reservoir Level Rises to 619 ft appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Power Before Preparation -- Is BJP Facing First Real Political Test?
Odisha Online Cab Drivers Call 12
The Odisha Online Drivers United Forum has announced a 12hour statewide bandh on Monday, demanding stricter regulation of online taxi companies and fair treatment for drivers. The protest, supported by 21 organisations, is expected to hit services hard in Kataka, Bhubaneswar, and other districts. The forum has urged the government to either ban online aggregators [] The post Odisha Online Cab Drivers Call 12Hour Bandh Over Fare Disputes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The sixth annual festival of the Utkal University Old Students Association will be held on the university campus on August 21. Governor and Chancellor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati has consented to attend the programme as the chief guest. Association general secretary Debendra Prasad Das said in a press release that the days events will be [] The post Utkal University Old Students Association to Hold 6th Annual Festival on Aug 21; Governor as Chief Guest appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Third Tiger Reserve Underway in Wilderness
Saatvik Solar inks initial pact to set up 3.6 GW Phase II Cell Facility in Odisha
The new facility will form part of Saatvik Solar's broader manufacturing development at Gopalpur, where the company is already progressing with its Phase I integrated manufacturing facility
Two more Air India Pilots Test Fail Drug-tests after Phuket Flight Incident
Two more Air India pilots have returned non-negative results for psychoactive substances as the airline group steps up mandatory drug screening following the Phuket-Delhi flight incident earlier this month, according to people familiar with the matter. The latest results emerged from a screening programme covering around 350 pilots so far. However, a non-negative screening result [] The post Two more Air India Pilots Test Fail Drug-tests after Phuket Flight Incident appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BJD Deputes Senior Leaders to Flood
In response to the prevailing flood situation across Odisha, the BijuJanataDal (BJD) has issued an office order deputing senior party leaders to major floodaffected districts to oversee relief and restoration measures. According to the order signed by BJD President NaveenPatnaik, the following leaders have been assigned specific districts: PradipKumarAmatJajpur ArunKumarSahooBhadrak SanjayKumarDasBurmaBaleshwar The leaders will visit [] The post BJD Deputes Senior Leaders to FloodHit Districts for Relief Coordination appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Rahul Gandhi Slams NTA Over UGC-NET Re-Exam, Demands Accountability
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticised the National Testing Agency after it announced a re-examination for UGC-NET papers in English, Commerce and Sociology, saying students should not have to bear the consequences of errors made by the testing agency. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday stepped up his criticism of the government and the National [] The post Rahul Gandhi Slams NTA Over UGC-NET Re-Exam, Demands Accountability appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
A tragic incident struck Kapasuda village under Jaleswar police station on Sunday night, when the wall of a neighbouring house collapsed amid flood conditions, killing an elderly woman and her grandson and leaving several others injured. According to reports, Radhika Jena (65) and her grandson Jyoti Prakash Swain (18) died instantly when the wall of [] The post Wall Collapse in FloodHit Baleshwar Kills Woman and Grandson, Injures Family appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Train services on the BaripadaBangiriposi route were suspended late Sunday night after around 50 metres of railway track sank near Sunagadia in Station Bazar, following incessant rainfall. The damage was detected during the movement of a DMU train, shortly after the PuriBangiriposi Superfast Express had passed safely through the section earlier in the day. Railway [] The post Train services on BaripadaBangiriposi route suspended following track damage due to incessant rain appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
North Odisha flood situation grim, IMD forecast more rains till August 18
The State government has cancelled leave for employees, and schools and educational institutions remained closed for the day due to inclement weather
Utkal University Postpones Exams Amid Odisha Floods
In view of the worsening flood situation across parts of Odisha, Utkal University has postponed its fourthsemester examinations scheduled for Monday. The decision covers undergraduate courses including B.Sc, ITM, B.Sc Computer Science, and B.Ed (UDTE), which were to be held at degree and selffinancing colleges affiliated with the university. University authorities stated that the move [] The post Utkal University Postpones Exams Amid Odisha Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMD issues red warning as Bay of Bengal depression brings heavy rainfall to Odisha
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded multiple rainfall alerts after a depression formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas early Monday. According to the IMDs morning bulletin, the system intensified from a wellmarked low pressure and was centred near coastal West Bengal and adjoining Bangladesh, close to Kolkata. At 5:30am, [] The post IMD issues red warning as Bay of Bengal depression brings heavy rainfall to Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Saatvik Solar signs MoU with Govt. of Odisha
To set up 3.6 GW solar cell manufacturing unit in Gopalpur
Shehzad Poonawalla urges BJP to accept resignation, cites financial and personal reasons
BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla has urged the party to accept his resignation from the organisation after his earlier resignation letter was rejected. Poonawalla had offered to step down from all party positions and give up his primary membership of the BJP on July 30. The party, however, asked him to reconsider his decision. In a [] The post Shehzad Poonawalla urges BJP to accept resignation, cites financial and personal reasons appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM Majhi to Visit Flood-Hit Bhadrak, Jajpur
Majhi is expected to interact with affected residents and hold discussions with officials on immediate assistance and post-flood restoration
Bihar Temple Stampede: 7 killed, Several Injured After Massive Crowd Surge at Ashokdham Temple
At least seven people were killed and several others injured in a stampede-like incident at Ashokdham Temple in Lakhisarai, Bihar, on Monday morning after a sudden surge in the number of devotees. Lakhisarai SDPO Shivam Kumar confirmed the death toll, while emergency rescue operations were launched soon after the incident. Crowd surge triggers tragedy at [] The post Bihar Temple Stampede: 7 killed, Several Injured After Massive Crowd Surge at Ashokdham Temple appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Floodwaters in Odisha hit Kendrapara school, over 300 students affected
Floodwaters inundated Kendrapara's Pattamundai Kulsahi Ashram School, affecting over 300 students. Authorities are implementing relief measures, including dry rations and community kitchens. Several blocks in Kendrapara and surrounding districts are currently experiencing flood-like conditions. Rescue operations are underway with 79 teams deployed across affected areas. Further heavy rainfall is forecast, with alerts issued for eleven districts.
Over 300 students affected as floodwaters enter Pattamundai Ashram School in Odisha
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Odisha Floods: CM Majhi to visit Bhadrak, Jajpur to assess ground situation
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is scheduled to visit flood-affected areas of Bhadrak and Jajpur on Monday to assess the situation on the ground and review ongoing relief operations. The visit comes amid significant flood-related damage in several parts of the two districts. The Chief Minister is expected to interact with officials, review the [] The post Odisha Floods: CM Majhi to visit Bhadrak, Jajpur to assess ground situation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha BJP files complaint against Congress over Vande Mataram
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha BJPs youth wing has lodged a police complaint against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi over their alleged disrespect to Vande Mataram during an Independence Day programme. BJP Yuva Morcha state president Abhilash Panda on Sunday, August 16, said the party sought action against the Congress leaders for allegedly 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 .
Delhi likely to get light rain; monsoon remains active across India
IMD has forecast isolated extremely heavy rain over West Bengal and Odisha, with heavy to very heavy showers likely across several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Uttarakhand
Formal child adoption remains low in J&K; CARA records 42 cases in 2025-26
Jammu and Kashmir recorded 42 children adopted through the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) during 2025-26, a figure substantially lower than adoption numbers reported by several major States, according to data presented by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development in the Rajya Sabha. The State/UT-wise data, furnished in response to a parliamentary question answered on August 12, shows that Maharashtra recorded the highest number of CARA-facilitated adoptions during the financial year, with 792 cases. Gujarat followed with 547, while Tamil Nadu recorded 501 adoptions. Karnataka accounted for 377 cases, followed by Odisha with 308 and Telangana with 307. Jammu and Kashmirs 42 adoptions were also lower than the figures reported by several northern and neighbouring States. Rajasthan recorded 172 adoptions, while Punjab reported 49, only seven more than J&K. Uttar Pradesh registered 231 cases, Haryana 68, Uttarakhand 30, Himachal Pradesh 14 and Delhi 109. Among other States, Assam recorded 186 adoptions, Kerala 170, Andhra Pradesh 140, Bihar 125 and Chhattisgarh 114. West Bengal reported 237 cases, Madhya Pradesh 221 and Jharkhand 60. The data also showed considerable variation among the northeastern States. Meghalaya and Nagaland reported 13 adoptions each, Mizoram 78, Tripura seven, Arunachal Pradesh five and Manipur four. Sikkim recorded 28 cases. Smaller Union Territories and States also reported relatively modest numbers. Goa recorded 25 adoptions, Chandigarh 18, Puducherry 15 and Andaman and Nicobar Islands 11. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu reported five cases. No adoption through CARA was recorded in Ladakh or Lakshadweep during 2025-26. Across the 36 States and Union Territories listed in the annexure, the reported number of CARA-facilitated adoptions stood at 5,022 during the financial year. J&Ks 42 cases therefore accounted for less than one per cent of the reported national total. The Ministry, however, has clarified that adoption figures should be viewed in the context of the availability of children who have been declared legally free for adoption. The waiting period for prospective adoptive parents depends not only on the number of applicants but also on the availability of legally free children and the age group preferred by prospective parents. The government is seeking to strengthen the adoption infrastructure through Mission Vatsalya. States and UTs have been advised to establish at least one Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA) in every district under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 and the Adoption Regulations, 2022. As of July 29, 2026, 795 SAAs had been approved across the country under Mission Vatsalya. These agencies support the formal adoption process and provide residential care to adoptable children below six years of age. The adoption system has also been substantially digitised. All SAAs are required to operate through the integrated CARINGS-Mission Vatsalya platform, which facilitates digital processing of cases from referral and matching to documentation. The system also allows authorities to monitor compliance through real-time dashboards at the Central and State levels. The Ministry said District Magistrates have been empowered to issue adoption orders under the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations. Prescribed timelines have been laid down for different stakeholders, while CARA undertakes regular monitoring and follow-up with States and UT administrations to reduce delays. The Centre is also using Mission Vatsalya for awareness campaigns promoting legal adoption and foster care. Nationwide and local outreach programmes, workshops, seminars and orientation sessions are being conducted, while CARA uses print, electronic and social media platforms to spread information on legal adoption procedures.
J&K approved diversion of 1086 hectares of forest land in 3 years: Centre
Srinagar, Aug 14:Jammu and Kashmir has had 1086.01 hectares of forest land approved for non-forestry use during the last 3 years and the current financial year up to August 6, 2026, the Centre told the Rajya Sabha. The figure accounts for 1.31 percent of the 82,817.92 hectares cleared across the country during the period. J&Ks diversion was substantially higher than Ladakhs 3.98 hectares. Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest diversion among states at 22,027.02 hectares, followed by Odisha with 10,098.99 hectares, and Arunachal Pradesh with 7828.31 hectares. Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change KirtiVardhan Singh said proposals are examined on a case-to-case basis, considering their likely impact on forests, wildlife, and the environment. He said diversion is allowed only when unavoidable and site-specific, with the area restricted to the bare minimum required for a project. Approvals carry conditions including compensatory afforestation, Net Present Value payments, soil and moisture conservation, and wildlife and catchment-area treatment measures wherever applicable. Singh said the Forest Survey of India (FSI) conducts a biennial forest-cover assessment using remote sensing backed by intensive ground verification. The India State of Forest Report 2023 put Indias forest cover at 715,342.61 sq km, or 21.76 percent of its geographical area, up 156.41 sq km from 2021. The government said prior approval and mitigation measures are intended to minimise ecological impacts from projects requiring forest land.
Odisha Cancels Government Officers Leave As Rain, Floods Intensify
The Odisha government has cancelled leave for government officers as heavy rain and flooding affect nearly 5.15 lakh people across 947 villages, with red and orange warnings issued in several districts.
CBI Nabs Railway Engineer Red-Handed in Rs 15 Lakh Bribe Trap Over Inflated Bonus Claim
In a swift anti-corruption strike, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday arrested a Senior Section Engineer from the South Central Railways Chief Signal & Telecommunications Engineer (CSTE) Projects office in Vijayawada, along with a private individual, while the official was allegedly accepting a 15 lakh bribe. The agency registered the case on 16 [] The post CBI Nabs Railway Engineer Red-Handed in Rs 15 Lakh Bribe Trap Over Inflated Bonus Claim appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
8-Month-Old Tiger Cub Dies at Nandankanan Zoo; Population Drops to 26
In a heartbreaking development for wildlife enthusiasts, an eight-month-old royal Bengal tiger cub has died at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The young tiger, which had been hand-reared after being separated from its mother, succumbed on Sunday after a brief period of illness. With this loss, the zoos tiger population has fallen to 26. [] The post 8-Month-Old Tiger Cub Dies at Nandankanan Zoo; Population Drops to 26 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The Long-billed Bush Warbler, also known as the Long-billed Grasshopper Warbler, is one of the most elusive and least-photographed birds of Asia. Secretive by nature, it spends most of its life hidden among dense alpine grasses, shrubs, and willow thickets, rarely revealing itself even to experienced birdwatchers. Its warm olive-brown upperparts blend perfectly with the [] The post Long-billed Bush Warbler The Hidden Voice of the Himalayan Grasslands appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
In a significant step toward digitizing and modernizing the promotion of Odishas rich artistic heritage, the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture has officially launched the Ama Kalakara website. The portal, accessible at amakalakara.odisha.gov.in, was inaugurated by Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy in Bhubaneswar. The primary objective of the platform is to systematically [] The post Odisha Rolls Out Ama Kalakara Portal to Empower Artists and Ensure Transparent Cultural Promotion appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
UGC-NET June 2026: NTA Announces Re-Test for English, Commerce, Sociology
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a re-test for three subjects of the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) June 2026 session English, Commerce, and Sociology following widespread concerns over errors in the question papers. The decision comes after candidates raised objections regarding factual inaccuracies, typographical mistakes, and translation flaws that [] The post UGC-NET June 2026: NTA Announces Re-Test for English, Commerce, Sociology appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
