3 impostors arrested in Rourkela
Missing mans skeleton found in forest
Cyber cops bust SIM card racket, nab 3
MMDR Act row rocks House for 3rd straight day as BJD, Cong stage protest
Siltation in Hirakud Dam steals 1.82 million acre-feet storage capacity
Battered Odisha struggles with floods, landslides
Violence During Ganesh Puja Immersion in Bhubaneswar
A night of celebration turned into a bloody confrontation in the capital city after a clash broke out between two groups during a Ganesh Puja idol immersion procession at Salia Sahi late on September 23, 2026. The brawl, which took place at the Jaga Balia Club ground under the jurisdiction of the Maitrivihar Police Station, [] The post Violence During Ganesh Puja Immersion in Bhubaneswars Saliasahi: 4 Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Schools in Odisha's Koraput to remain shut tomorrow amid heavy rainfall alert
Amid inclement weather and heavy rainfall alert, schools in Odisha's Koraput will remain closed on Friday, September 25. All categories of schools upto the Higher Secondary Level and Anganwadi centres in Koraput shall remain closed...
Deep Depression Over South Odisha Weakens; Red Warning for Nabarangpur, Kalahandi, Koraput
The Deep Depression that crossed the north Andhrasouth Odisha coast late Wednesday remains over land and is still packing a punch. The India Meteorological Departments Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar, in its Special Bulletin-9 issued at 9 PM today, said the system lay centred at 1730 hrs IST near 19.1N and 83.0E about 40 km northeast [] The post Deep Depression Over South Odisha Weakens; Red Warning for Nabarangpur, Kalahandi, Koraput appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Commissionerate Police Map Out Mega Security Grid for Durga Puja 2026 in Bhubaneswar
With Durga Puja just weeks away, the Bhubaneswar-Kataka Commissionerate Police on Thursday convened a high-level coordination meeting to lock in security, traffic and immersion arrangements for what is expected to be one of the citys largest festive gatherings of the year. The meeting, held under the chairmanship of Commissioner of Police Dr. S. Dev Datta [] The post Commissionerate Police Map Out Mega Security Grid for Durga Puja 2026 in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
NCTE threatens to de-recognise all 16 govt teacher edu institutes over compliance issue
Banks in state to stay open on Sunday before 3-day nationwide strike
Emphasizing the significance of the global Odia diaspora, a virtual meeting was held today to deliberate on the critical role of Non-Resident Odias (NROs) in the realization of Viksit Odisha 2036. Organised under the aegis of the Odia Language, Literature, and Culture Department, in collaboration with the Directorate of Odisha Paribar and the Odisha Sahitya [] The post Global Odias Unite for Viksit Odisha 2036 on Madhu Babus Memorial Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
First ICDI Workshop Charts Odisha
Odisha today took the first formal step towards a coordinated, cluster-based development model for agriculture, horticulture, fisheries and dairy, with the aim of moving beyond higher production to higher farmer incomes. The first consultation workshop of the Integrated Cluster Development Initiative (ICDI) was held at the State Convention Centre in Lok Seva Bhawan. The programme [] The post First ICDI Workshop Charts Odishas New Income-First Farm Strategy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
After Kalinga Ghat, Kandhamal Admin Shuts Down Gajalabadi Ghat Amid Heavy Downpours
Kandhamal district administration seals the 17-km Gajalabadi Ghat on NH-59 amid heavy rainfall and landslide threats. Daringbadi-Berhampur traffic remains completely blocked. The post After Kalinga Ghat, Kandhamal Admin Shuts Down Gajalabadi Ghat Amid Heavy Downpours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cops to boost late-night security at Durga Puja pandals
Puri to get international cruise terminal by 2028
Rahul Gandhi's anti-incumbency claims draw sharp response from BJP
BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi countered Rahul Gandhis remarks on anti-incumbency, citing Congresss electoral record in states including Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Odisha, and argued that the sentiment remains strong against the Congress
AI cameras help nab 2 poachers in Similipal, guns and explosives seized
Orangutan Trafficking Probe: Clearer Picture Likely In Days, Says Odisha Minister
STF probing possible wildlife smuggling racket; minister says action will follow if negligence established: Reports
Heavy Rainfall in Odisha Displaces Over 8,000 Residents to Safety
Odisha faces severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, displacing over 8,000 people as authorities respond to the crisis. Heavy Rainfall in Odisha Displaces Over 8,000 Residents to Safety
Odisha Faces Heavy Rainfall, Over 8,000 Evacuated to Safety
Heavy rainfall in Odisha has led to evacuations of over 8,000 people as flood-like conditions arise across several districts. Odisha Faces Heavy Rainfall, Over 8,000 Evacuated to Safety
Centre Warns Investors Against Fake Nidhi Companies Offering Unrealistic High Returns
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has issued an urgent public advisory cautioning investors against putting their funds into non-compliant Nidhi companies that entice members with promises of unusually high returns. During the evaluation of Form NDH-4 filings, the MCA detected widespread non-compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and Nidhi Rules, 2014. A significant number [] The post Centre Warns Investors Against Fake Nidhi Companies Offering Unrealistic High Returns appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Govt seizes over 8k cylinders in crackdown on black marketing
Rs 5K Bribe for a Drought Cheque: Baragada Clerk Gets 4 Years in Jail
A farmer seeking drought compensation did not just wait for a government cheque. He was asked to pay for it. The Special Judge, Vigilance, Baragada today convicted Gobardhan Meher, former Senior Clerk of the Tahasil Office at Bhatli in Baragada district, for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 5,000 to release the farmers drought [] The post Rs 5K Bribe for a Drought Cheque: Baragada Clerk Gets 4 Years in Jail appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ICAR-CMFRI Clarifies Atlantic Ocean Tuna Parasite Findings Do Not Apply to Indian Waters
ICAR-CMFRI reassures consumers that Indian seafood is safe to eat, urging the public not to avoid local fish over isolated parasite reports from other regions. The clarification comes in the wake of recent reports highlighting parasitic infestations in skipjack tuna, which were based on a study conducted on fish samples harvested from the Atlantic Ocean [] The post ICAR-CMFRI Clarifies Atlantic Ocean Tuna Parasite Findings Do Not Apply to Indian Waters appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Opens Door to Nuclear Power, Six Sites Under Study
The nuclear push in Odisha comes against the backdrop of the Centre's ambitious plans to expand India's nuclear power capacity. The country currently has 24 nuclear power reactors with a combined capacity of 8,780 MW operating commercially
ODRAF team reaches 10 marooned families after 3 days
Sambalpur Police Bust SIM-Cloning Racket Feeding Jamtara Scams, 3 Arrested
Sambalpur Cyber Police have arrested three people for making extra Airtel SIMs on customers IDs and selling them. Some cards were allegedly used in cybercrime in Jamtara, Jharkhand. 120 sealed SIMs and other items seized. The post Sambalpur Police Bust SIM-Cloning Racket Feeding Jamtara Scams, 3 Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Beyond the Melodrama: How Modern Hindi Cinema Is Rewriting the Storytelling Rulebook
For decades, mainstream Hindi cinema operated on a reliable, highly stylised formula. A larger-than-life hero, an evil villain, comic relief sidekicks, and six lip-synced musical sequences squeezed into a three-hour runtime formed the bedrock of commercial Masala Bollywood. While that archetype built one of the worlds largest film industries, modern Hindi storytelling is undergoing a [] The post Beyond the Melodrama: How Modern Hindi Cinema Is Rewriting the Storytelling Rulebook appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Assembly Faces Turmoil Over MMDR Amendment Act for Third Consecutive Day
Protests erupt in Odisha Assembly as BJD and Congress oppose the MMDR Amendment Act, leading to disruptions for three days. Odisha Assembly Faces Turmoil Over MMDR Amendment Act for Third Consecutive Day
Kalinga Ghat Sealed Indefinitely Following Massive Landslide and Guard Wall Collapse
Incessant heavy rainfall triggered a major landslide in the strategically important Kalinga Ghat along the Ganjam-Kandhamala border, washing away a section of an under-construction road and causing a newly built guard wall to collapse. In response to the growing hazard, the Kandhamala district administration has sealed the ghat road for an indefinite period to ensure [] The post Kalinga Ghat Sealed Indefinitely Following Massive Landslide and Guard Wall Collapse appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Teacher goes missing after boat capsizes in Kolab reservoir
Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday renewed his allegations of vote chori and called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Gandhi referred to electoral developments in states including Haryana, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, questioning how what he described as anti-incumbency had disappeared. His remarks [] The post Rahul Gandhi Repeats Vote Chori Claim, Calls for CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Baragada Former Senior Clerk Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case
The Special Judge, Vigilance, Baragada, has convicted Gobardhan Meher, former Senior Clerk of the Tahasil Office in Bhatli, in a bribery case. The court sentenced him to undergo four years of rigorous imprisonment along with a financial fine. Following the pronouncement of the verdict today, Meher, who was currently serving as a Senior Clerk in [] The post Baragada Former Senior Clerk Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in Sambalpur: 3 Arrested, 120 Illegal SIM Cards Seized
Sambalpur Police have dismantled a sophisticated cybercrime syndicate involved in activating and selling illegal SIM cards through fraudulent KYC documentation. Three members of the network have been taken into custody. The arrested suspects have been identified as Suraj Bag (24), Malati Oram (29), and Sheikh Parwez alias Papu (32). Seizures and Evidence Recovered During the [] The post Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in Sambalpur: 3 Arrested, 120 Illegal SIM Cards Seized appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Heavy rain triggers flood fear in Ganjam, Gajapati
World Maritime Day Celebrated at Odisha State Maritime Museum
The rich seafaring legacy of Odisha came alive today as World Maritime Day 2026 was celebrated with enthusiasm at the Odisha State Maritime Museum in Kataka. Officials and staff from the Department of Water Resources, alongside museum representatives, convened to pay tribute to the regions historical relationship with the oceans. The event served as a [] The post World Maritime Day Celebrated at Odisha State Maritime Museum appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mysore Couple Assaulted at Puri Restaurant Over Food Complaint
A sacred pilgrimage to the abode of Lord Jagannath turned into a horrifying ordeal for a family from Karnataka after a couple was allegedly assaulted by a local restaurant owner and his staff in Puri. The victims, identified as Susmita and Bharat Chandra from Mysore, were rushed to the Puri District Headquarters Hospital with injuries [] The post Mysore Couple Assaulted at Puri Restaurant Over Food Complaint appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Major BJP Reshuffle: Saudan Singh Appointed In-Charge of Odisha and 3 Key States
In a strategic effort to streamline leadership and bolster its grassroots machinery ahead of crucial assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced a comprehensive organisational reshuffle on Thursday. Party National President Nitin Nabin officially reassigned key roles to the BJPs national joint general secretaries (organisation), placing prominent leaders in charge of vital state units. [] The post Major BJP Reshuffle: Saudan Singh Appointed In-Charge of Odisha and 3 Key States appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Real Kashmir Football Club Emmy Nomination: Mahesh Mathai Talks Season 2
Director and showrunner Mahesh Mathai has reacted to the International Emmy nomination for Real Kashmir Football Club, describing the recognition as a significant moment for the series and its team. The show has been nominated in the Drama Series category at the 54th International Emmy Awards. Mathai said he initially thought the announcement was a [] The post Real Kashmir Football Club Emmy Nomination: Mahesh Mathai Talks Season 2 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Child rescued from bonded labour twice, employer faces case
Sensex, Nifty Crash! Why Indian Stock Market Fell Sharply Today
Indian equity markets came under heavy selling pressure on Thursday, with the benchmark indices recording their steepest single-session decline in 10 weeks. The Nifty 50 fell 1.64% to 23,063.10, while the Sensex declined 1.67%, or more than 1,200 points, to 73,580.54. Both indices recorded their biggest single-day fall since July 8. The sell-off also weighed [] The post Sensex, Nifty Crash! Why Indian Stock Market Fell Sharply Today appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Mysuru tourist couple attacked over hair in food at Puri diner
Odisha T20 League: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly was his childhood idol, but Bhubaneswar Tigers pacer Rajesh Mohanty found his true calling with the ball. It reflected when Mohanty, the former India U19 speedster, produced a clinical spell in a rain-affected match against Kataka Panthers in the ongoing Odisha T20 League. Before we left the hotel, our meeting was very clear that the match would be a short-overs game. So, whatever we had planned for the batters and whatever the bowlers had planned, we came fully prepared for that. We had decided that we would play all the overs with full intent. As a senior player, if you come forward at such a time, the junior players also get some motivation. They also start playing well. My plan was that when their main batters came to bat, I would come to bowl. We played according to the plan and thankfully, we were successful, he said in a statement by the tournament on Thursday. Recalling his early days in cricket and how his coach Deepak Mangaraj guided his transition to pace bowling after being a top-order batter, Mohanty explained, I started playing cricket a little late in 2015. My mentor and coach Deepak Mangaraj helped me start bowling. When I came to him, I started fast bowling. I follow the whole process even today. The result is not in my hands. I don't think too much about the result. I focus on the process, whether it is training or bowling, and leave the result to God. I was a batter, but my coach saw something in me in fast bowling. He told me to focus on bowling, so I slowly started bowling more and stopped concentrating as much on batting. I started enjoying bowling and then felt that bowling could be my career. Explaining his connection with Ganguly and why he wears the number 99 jersey, Mohanty revealed how the former India skipper influenced his early aspirations. I started cricket after watching Sourav Ganguly. He used to bowl medium pace and bat left-handed. I used to play as an opener and also bowl with the new ball. There was a little more load on the body, but when I started training and bowling, I got used to it. Then I started enjoying bowling and playing regularly, and I thought bowling was my career. So, I decided to focus on it. Mohanty credited his stint at the prestigious MRF Pace Foundation with elevating his understanding of the game. When I went to MRF, I got to learn a lot. My bowling was perhaps 20-30 per cent good at that time, but after going there, I improved a lot. The coaching and the training helped me understand my bowling better. I got to learn more about how to bowl to good batsmen in domestic cricket. I got a lot of support from the people there, he said. Reflecting fondly on his India U19 days alongside teammates who have gone on to shine in the IPL and domestic circuits, Mohanty expressed pride in their collective achievements. We are still in touch. There are three or four boys whom we still speak to, including Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran (Singh) and Nehal Wadhera. It feels very good to see them playing in the IPL and doing well in domestic cricket. We used to play together and we won the Asia Cup. So, I feel very proud when I see them doing well. Picking his favourite memory from his junior days, he added, I had to defend six or seven runs in one over. I gave away two runs. We won the match. I think that was a turning point in my career. So, being in India U19 is my favourite memory. Staying grounded about his goals, Mohanty stressed the importance of process over results and praised his strength and conditioning coach, Shakti Swarup Mohapatra, for maintaining his physical fitness across all formats. The result is not in my hands. The process that is in my hands, whether it is training or bowling, I just focus on that. I have left the result to God. As long as I can play, I will focus on my process. He (S&C coach) has a very good training programme for me. He wants me to stay fit and play all three formats. Without an S&C coach, I feel it is very difficult to play. I give him a lot of credit, he said. The result is not in my hands. The process that is in my hands, whether it is training or bowling, I just focus on that. I have left the result to God. As long as I can play, I will focus on my process. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories New talent is coming from all over India and people are watching these matches. Scouts are also coming, so it is a good platform for new stars to emerge. Those who do well here can get an opportunity to play in the IPL, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
BJD Escalates Fight Against MMDR Act; Naveen Patnaik to Lead Massive Protest on Sept 28
Denouncing the Centres MMDR (Mines and Minerals Development and Regulation) Amendment Act as a black law, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) announced a full-scale agitation demanding its immediate repeal. The party will host a massive public demonstration at Lower PMG in Bhubaneswar on September 28, with BJD President and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik leading [] The post BJD Escalates Fight Against MMDR Act; Naveen Patnaik to Lead Massive Protest on Sept 28 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Assembly Clears Jan Vishwas Bill After Chaos, House Adjourned Till 10:30 AM Tomorrow
After two days of stormy protests that repeatedly brought the monsoon session to a halt, the Odisha Legislative Assembly briefly returned to business on Thursday. Under the chairmanship of Deputy Speaker Bhabani Shankar Bhoi, the House sat for just four minutes from 4 pm long enough for Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain to introduce [] The post Odisha Assembly Clears Jan Vishwas Bill After Chaos, House Adjourned Till 10:30 AM Tomorrow appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Manages Deep Depression with Minimal Damage; Continuous Monitoring as System Weakens
The Deep Depression originating over the North Coastal Andhra Pradesh region crossed the coast near the southwest of Kalingapatnam between 11 PM on September 23 and 1 AM on September 24. During landfall, the system registered maximum sustained wind speeds of 5565 km/h, with gusty winds reaching up to 75 km/h. Following the landfall, the [] The post Odisha Manages Deep Depression with Minimal Damage; Continuous Monitoring as System Weakens appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
100-Foot Sea Breach at Ramtara Beach Floods Jagatsinghpur Farmland
Jagatsinghpur district witnessed a dramatic sea breach near Shiali and Ramtara as rough waves battered the coast. At Ramtara Meera Sea Beach, sand embankments collapsed, creating a massive 100-foot gap. This breach allowed saline water to enter rivers and farmland, sparking fears of crop damage. Locals recall a similar incident last year at the same [] The post 100-Foot Sea Breach at Ramtara Beach Floods Jagatsinghpur Farmland appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India Cuts Import Duty on Crude Edible Oils to Lower Cooking Oil Prices
To control food inflation and protect household budgets, the Indian government has sharply cut import duties on major crude edible oils. Under the revised tax structure announced on Thursday, the BCD on Crude Sunflower Oil has been reduced from 10% to zero (Nil). Concurrently, the duty on Crude Soybean Oil and Crude Palm Oil has [] The post India Cuts Import Duty on Crude Edible Oils to Lower Cooking Oil Prices appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha yet to assess MMDR Acts revenue impact: Minister
Odisha May Extend School Closure by 1-2 Days as Heavy Rains Persist
As relentless downpours continue to batter large swathes of Odisha under the influence of a deep depression, students across the state may have to wait a little longer before returning to their classrooms. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond indicated that the current school closures could be extended by another one to two days [] The post Odisha May Extend School Closure by 1-2 Days as Heavy Rains Persist appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Schools Closed Due to Heavy Rain: Latest District-wise Updates for Odisha and Andhra Pradesh
Heavy rain from a deep depression has forced school closures across Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Check the latest district-wise list for September 24-25, 2026, and stay updated on reopening notices and emergency alerts.
Shah Rukh Khan Tops Hurun India Rich List 2026 with Rs 10,000 Crore Wealth
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan continues to reign supreme as Indias richest actor, according to the newly released Hurun India Rich List 2026. With an estimated net worth of Rs 10,000 crore, the actor maintains a massive financial lead over his industry peers, even as his overall valuation registered a notable decline over the past [] The post Shah Rukh Khan Tops Hurun India Rich List 2026 with Rs 10,000 Crore Wealth appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Joins Hands with ADB to Revolutionise Urban Mobility Across BKPPER
The Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department of the Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), hosted an Inception Workshop on the Preparation of Sustainable Urban Mobility Transition Plans for Odisha at Kharavela Bhawan today. The ambition behind the initiative is clear: establish a comprehensive mobility framework tailored for the BhubaneswarKatakaPuriParadip [] The post Odisha Joins Hands with ADB to Revolutionise Urban Mobility Across BKPPER appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Floods Claim 7 Lives; Govt Releases Rs 234.84 Crore for Relief and Compensation
The recent spell of severe floods and incessant rainfall across Odisha has claimed seven human lives and caused widespread damage to livestock, crops, and infrastructure in 22 districts of the state. Addressing the State Assembly in response to a question raised by MLA Tankadhar Tripathy, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari presented a detailed [] The post Odisha Floods Claim 7 Lives; Govt Releases Rs 234.84 Crore for Relief and Compensation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Assembly sees disruptions for third day over MMDR Amendment Act
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 24 (IANS) The monsoon session of the Odisha Assembly witnessed disruptions for the third consecutive day on Thursday, as opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress legislators staged a protest in the House over the MMDR Amendment Act. Both the BJD and Congress members had been protesting in the House for the past two days over separate issues. However, the BJD legislators who had been demanding the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over printing errors in school textbooks for the past two days, on Thursday created a ruckus in the House over the MMDR Amendment Act and demanded its repeal. As the House proceedings commenced on the third day of the monsoon session, Congress and BJD legislators, holding posters and banners near the Speakers podium, raised anti-government slogans demanding the repeal of the MMDR Amendment Act. Amid the pandemonium, Deputy Speaker Bhabani Shankar Bhoi tried to conduct the proceedings, with Ministers Mukesh Mahaling and Suresh Pujari answering queries during Question Hour. Meanwhile, continued disruptions by the opposition MLAs prompted the Deputy Speaker to adjourn the House till 4 pm. The Congress MLAs later staged a protest under the Mahatma Gandhi statue inside the Assembly premises, while the BJD legislators marched to the office of the Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) from the Assembly. They staged a gherao of the OMC office over the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026, calling it against the interests of the state. Speaking to media persons, Senior BJD leader and party MLA Arun Sahu said the partys protest outside the OMC office here marked the beginning of an economic blockade against the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026. Sahu said the BJD had given an ultimatum to the state government and the Centre to withdraw the legislation. If the demand was not met, the party would intensify its agitation and launch a statewide economic blockade, he said. This is only the beginning. We will continue our protest and adopt a broader strategy if the government fails to act, Sahu said. He alleged that the amendment would adversely affect Odishas interests and deprive the state of its rightful share of mineral resources. The BJD leader said the party would also mobilise people and intensify its campaign against the legislation. Congress Leader Tara Prasad Bahinipati alleged that Odisha incurred a loss of Rs 1.10 lakh crore, apart from the annual loss of Rs 10,00 crore every year, due to the enactment of the MMDR Amendment Act. The BJP-led union government betrayed the people of Odisha who voted them to power during the 2024 general elections.
Odisha man files complaint suspecting beef served at eatery
Cuttack: A customer has lodged a police complaint against a restaurant in the Jagatpur area of Odishas Cuttack district, as he suspected beef was served to him instead of mutton he had ordered, officials said on Thursday, September 24. While having lunch with his family in the restaurant on Wednesday, September 23, Smruti Ranjan Mohanty 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 .
Iran Warns War Could Reach Indian Ocean If US Attacks Again: Khamenei Adviser
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khameneis senior military adviser, Yahya Rahim Safavi, has warned that the ongoing conflict could expand to the Indian Ocean if the United States launches another attack. In remarks carried by Iranian state media, Safavi said the conflict had already spread from the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz to [] The post Iran Warns War Could Reach Indian Ocean If US Attacks Again: Khamenei Adviser appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Healthcare Helpdesks Paralysed as Retrenched Swasthya Mitras Launch Fierce Agitation in Bhubaneswar
Hundreds of Swasthya Mitras gathered outside the Odisha Legislative Assembly today, defying relentless rain to protest their sudden retrenchment. Demonstrators were seen lying down on wet tar roads and banging metal utensils (thali bajai) to draw the state governments attention to their plight, demanding immediate job reinstatement and permanent employment status. The agitation follows a [] The post Healthcare Helpdesks Paralysed as Retrenched Swasthya Mitras Launch Fierce Agitation in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Thousands of ASHA Workers Protest Outside Odisha Assembly with 16-Point Charter of Demands
Undeterred by relentless heavy rainfall, thousands of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) from across Odisha gathered at Mahatma Gandhi Marg outside the State Legislative Assembly today, staging a massive demonstration to demand official recognition as government workers and fair wages. Drenched in the downpour or holding umbrellas, the protesting health workers raised slogans against the [] The post Thousands of ASHA Workers Protest Outside Odisha Assembly with 16-Point Charter of Demands appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Koraput teacher missing after boat overturns amid heavy rain
Deep Depression Near Rayagada: Red Alert and Heavy Rain Warning in Odisha
A deep depression currently centred approximately 80 km from Rayagada has triggered heavy rainfall and strong winds across several parts of Odisha. Providing details on the current weather system, Manorama Mohanty, Director of the Regional Meteorological Centre, stated that the system is expected to gradually weaken into a regular depression by this evening. Despite the [] The post Deep Depression Near Rayagada: Red Alert and Heavy Rain Warning in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
US and China Extend Trade Truce for Two Months as Xi Jinping Lands in Washington
The United States and China have agreed to extend their temporary trade truce by two months, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Wednesday, just as Chinese leader Xi Jinping arrived in Washington for a high-profile three-day state visit. The extension pushes the deadline for their tariff pause from November 10 to January 10, preventing an [] The post US and China Extend Trade Truce for Two Months as Xi Jinping Lands in Washington appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Puri to Get State-of-the-Art International Cruise Terminal by March 2028
In a major push towards boosting coastal tourism and strengthening the maritime economy, the Odisha government has proposed the development of a state-of-the-art International Cruise Terminal in Puri. The state aims to complete and operationalize this ambitious project by March 31, 2028. The proposal was formally revealed through a written response in the Odisha Legislative [] The post Puri to Get State-of-the-Art International Cruise Terminal by March 2028 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Asian Games 2026: Anantjeet-Parinaaz Script History with Dramatic Skeet Mixed-Team Bronze
Indias shooting contingent added another glittering chapter to its Asian Games 2026 campaign as the duo of Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal held their nerve under intense pressure to win a dramatic bronze medal in the skeet mixed-team event on Thursday. Finishing third with an aggregate score of 44 in the final, the Indian [] The post Asian Games 2026: Anantjeet-Parinaaz Script History with Dramatic Skeet Mixed-Team Bronze appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bihar Samastipur Teen Harassment Case: Four Arrested After Video Surfaces
Four people have been arrested in Bihars Samastipur after a video showing a teenage girl and her male friend being harassed in broad daylight surfaced online, police said. The arrests came on Wednesday night after the video emerged on social media, days after a separate harassment case involving two teenagers in Jamui district triggered widespread [] The post Bihar Samastipur Teen Harassment Case: Four Arrested After Video Surfaces appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Heavy Rain Deluge Batters Odisha as Deep Depression Deepens; Similiguda Wettest at 193.9 mm
A powerful deep depression over the region has brought relentless heavy to very heavy rainfall across Odisha over the past 24 hours, inundating several districts and throwing normal life out of gear. Data released by the Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar at 08:30 AM today reveals a stark weather picture across the state: seven stations registered [] The post Heavy Rain Deluge Batters Odisha as Deep Depression Deepens; Similiguda Wettest at 193.9 mm appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cyclone Arnab crosses Andhra-Odisha coast, 1,500 evacuated from Gajapati
Over 1,500 people have already been evacuated, and the Odisha government directed the district administration to be very vigilant to ensure that no person is trapped in floodwater
Swelling Rivers Submerge Malkangiri Bridges, Cutting Off Multiple Blocks
Torrential downpours across Malkangiri district have triggered rapid rises in river water levels, submerging several vital bridges and crippling normal life. Floodwaters overflowing multiple transit points have completely severed road communications between the district headquarters and two major blocksKalimela and Podia. Submerged Bridges and Blocked National Highway Rising floodwaters have overwhelmed several key bridges across [] The post Swelling Rivers Submerge Malkangiri Bridges, Cutting Off Multiple Blocks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IPL 2027 Mini-Auction to Return to India, Goa Confirmed as Venue
The Indian Premier League auction will return to India after three successive editions were held overseas, with Goa confirmed as the venue for the IPL 2027 mini-auction in December. The move marks the auctions return to Indian soil for the first time since the auction ahead of the 2023 IPL season was held in Kochi. [] The post IPL 2027 Mini-Auction to Return to India, Goa Confirmed as Venue appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Tragedy on Yamuna Expressway: 9 Dead as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire Near Greater Noida
A peaceful overnight journey turned into a scene of unimaginable horror early Thursday morning when a sleeper bus carrying passengers from Delhi to Bihar caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, leaving nine people dead. The horrific incident occurred near the 33-kilometre milestone, falling under the jurisdiction of the Jewar police station area. [] The post Tragedy on Yamuna Expressway: 9 Dead as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire Near Greater Noida appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Midnight Inferno Guts Tent House Storeroom in Bhubaneswar
A massive fire broke out late last night at a tent house store room in Paikarapur, reducing stock worth lakhs of rupees to ashes in a matter of hours. The incident occurred unexpectedly during the late hours of the night. Local residents were the first to notice dense smoke billowing out from inside the closed [] The post Midnight Inferno Guts Tent House Storeroom in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deep Depression: Odisha Water Resources Teams Intensify Night Patrolling, River Monitoring
The Water Resources Department has intensified night patrolling and field-level vigilance at strategic locations across Odisha in view of the Deep Depression and associated rainfall. Engineering officers and field staff are maintaining close watch over critical water infrastructure, including barrages, rivers, sluices and flood protection structures, as part of the precautionary measures. Night Patrolling at [] The post Deep Depression: Odisha Water Resources Teams Intensify Night Patrolling, River Monitoring appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
High Drama in Odisha Assembly: Opposition Uproar Over MMDR Act Forces Adjournment Till 4 PM
Proceedings on the third day of the ongoing Monsoon Session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly were completely paralysed today following fierce protests by Opposition members over the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) MMDR Act issue. Unprecedented chaos erupted as soon as the House convened for the morning session, rendering the scheduled Question [] The post High Drama in Odisha Assembly: Opposition Uproar Over MMDR Act Forces Adjournment Till 4 PM appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Asian Games 2026 Day 6: Roshibina Devi Wins Silver, Satnam-Salman Claim Rowing Bronze
India began Day 6 of the Asian Games 2026 with a silver medal from Roshibina Devi in the womens 60kg Sanda Wushu category. Roshibina lost to Chinas Xiaoyu Zhang in the final but secured her third consecutive Asian Games medal. She had won bronze at the 2018 Asian Games and silver at the 2023 edition. [] The post Asian Games 2026 Day 6: Roshibina Devi Wins Silver, Satnam-Salman Claim Rowing Bronze appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Schools closed in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh due to deep depression, know more
The district administrations of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have ordered the closure of schools until September 25 as a precaution due to the ongoing severe rainfall
IMD Issues Red Alert for Nabarangapur, Orange Warning for Six Odisha Districts Amid Heavy Rain
Rainfall continued across Odisha on Thursday as the state came under the influence of the Deep Depression that crossed the Andhra Pradesh coast early on September 24. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rainfall warnings for several districts, with heavy rain expected across southern, western and northern parts of Odisha. Nabarangapur has been placed [] The post IMD Issues Red Alert for Nabarangapur, Orange Warning for Six Odisha Districts Amid Heavy Rain appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deep Depression Crosses Andhra Coast Near Kalingapatnam, Weakening Likely
The Deep Depression over north coastal Andhra Pradesh crossed the coast close to southwest of Kalingapatnam between 11 pm on September 23 and 1 am on September 24, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. At the time of landfall, the system had maximum sustained wind speeds of 55-65 kmph, gusting up to 75 kmph. After [] The post Deep Depression Crosses Andhra Coast Near Kalingapatnam, Weakening Likely appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha youth march to Assembly protesting errors in textbooks
Bhubaneswar: Hundreds of youths and students from across Odisha on Wednesday, September 23, joined the Biju Janata Dals (BJD) assembly gherao agitation here, demanding the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over the large-scale errors in the school textbooks. Braving incessant rain, the protesters breached two barricades set up by the police, 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 .
India weather news: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of India on September 24, with southern states, along with Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha and Odisha, likely to witness intense rain. Several regions may also experience thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and squally conditions. Delhi, however, is unlikely to receive rainfall on September 24, with the weather agency issuing no warning for the national capital.
Odisha clears 27 projects worth 2.45 lakh crore across 15 districts
The High Level Clearance Authority approved projects expected to create more than 50,000 jobs across diverse industrial sectors in Odisha.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said that Cyclone Arnab over the Bay of Bengal crossed the north Andhra Pradeshsouth Odisha coast. The cyclone is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as it moved inland. Ahead of Cyclone Arnab's landfall, six districts in Odisha have been placed under the red zone: Gajapati, Koraput, Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Kalahandi and Ganjam.
The India Meteorological Department issued heavy rain for four districts such as Kalahandi, Nabarangpur, Koraput and Malkangiri
Heavy Rain Continues in Odisha Due to Deep Depression, Red Alert Issued for Several Districts
Odisha faces heavy rainfall from a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal, prompting a red alert across multiple districts. Heavy Rain Continues in Odisha Due to Deep Depression, Red Alert Issued for Several Districts
Odisha CM Majhi Visits Speaker Surama Padhy at AIIMS, Prays for Speedy Recovery
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday visited Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, where she is undergoing treatment. Majhi inquired about her health and expressed concern for her well-being. In a post on X, the Chief Minister said he had met the Speaker and prayed to Lord Jagannath for her speedy recovery [] The post Odisha CM Majhi Visits Speaker Surama Padhy at AIIMS, Prays for Speedy Recovery appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deep Depression Landfall Begins Near Kalingapatnam
The landfall process of the deep depression over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal has commenced, with the systems leading edge now entering land along the north Andhra Pradesh and south Odisha coasts. According to the latest observations from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system is crossing the coast between Visakhapatnam and [] The post Deep Depression Landfall Begins Near Kalingapatnam | VizagGopalpur Coast appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha govt clears 27 industrial projects worth Rs 2.47 lakh crore
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 23 (IANS) The Odisha Government on Wednesday approved 27 major industrial projects involving a cumulative investment of Rs 2,47,115.70 crore across 15 districts of the state, with the potential to generate 50,162 jobs. The projects were approved during the 46th meeting of the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), held here under the chairmanship of Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. According to an official statement, the investment projects span data centres and AI, power and energy, steel, semiconductors, green energy, lab-grown diamonds, green hydrogen, healthcare, chemicals, textiles, shipbuilding and advanced manufacturing. The 27 projects approved under the 46th HLCA span 15 districts: Anugola, Bhadrak, Kataka, Debagada, Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Jajpur, Kalahandi, Kendrapada, Khordha, Koraput, Nuapada, Puri, Rayagada and Sundaragada. A defining feature of the 46th HLCA approvals is the unprecedented scale of investment proposed in IT, ITES and Data Centres. Four projects in this sector account for a combined investment of approximately Rs 1,42,941 crore, making it the largest investment segment among the approved projects, the state government said in the official statement. In addition, the state government approved four major projects in the Power and Renewable Energy sector, involving a combined investment of Rs 54,287.70 crore and potential employment generation of 5,300. The approvals further strengthen Odishas growing presence in lab-grown diamond manufacturing, with five projects involving a combined investment of Rs 10,680 crore and potential employment generation of 8,850. SICSEM Pvt Ltd will set up a silicon carbide wafer and gallium nitride manufacturing facility in Khordha with an investment of Rs 2,078 crore, generating 1,200 jobs. In comparison, Larsen & Toubro Ltd will invest Rs 2,100 crore in an advanced fabrication and manufacturing complex in Ganjam, creating 1,000 jobs. Our focus is not only on attracting investment, but also on creating quality employment, building future-ready infrastructure and ensuring that the benefits of industrialisation reach different regions of the state. We will continue to provide a transparent, responsive and investor-friendly ecosystem to make Odisha a preferred destination for both domestic and global investors, said CM Majhi.
