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President Murmu Inspires NIFT Graduates with Call for Global Vision and Cultural Roots

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced the combined convocation ceremony of 18 National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campuses in New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, the President highlighted the textile and apparel sectors role as both cultural heritage and livelihood backbone for millions. She emphasised that supporting traditional artisans would encourage future [] The post President Murmu Inspires NIFT Graduates with Call for Global Vision and Cultural Roots appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 3:55 pm

31 Killed In Crocodile Attacks In Odishas Kendrapara Since 2020

Rising human-crocodile conflict in riverine villages sparks panic; locals seek protective fencing at vulnerable bathing ghats

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 3:25 pm

Orissa High Court Grants Bail to Former MLA Bikram Panda in Pitabas Panda Murder Case

The Orissa High Court has granted conditional bail to former Brahmapur MLA Bikram Panda in connection with the murder of lawyer Pitabas Panda. Earlier, the Additional District and Sessions Judge, Brahmapur, had rejected Pandas bail plea. Following this, he approached the High Court, which allowed his petition. Pitabas Panda was shot dead on October6,2025, near [] The post Orissa High Court Grants Bail to Former MLA Bikram Panda in Pitabas Panda Murder Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 3:08 pm

Baripada Girl Kulsum Nigar Returns Odisha Safely from Nepal Floods

Kulsum Nigar of Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, who had gone missing amid the devastating flash floods in Nepal, has safely returned home. Kulsum was reported missing after the floods struck on August26, leaving her family in deep anxiety. The Odisha government alerted the Ministry of External Affairs and coordinated with Nepalese authorities to trace her. She [] The post Baripada Girl Kulsum Nigar Returns Odisha Safely from Nepal Floods appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 3:00 pm

Nuapada Youth Drowns While Crossing River, Body Recovered

A tragic incident occurred in Nuapada district when a youth drowned while attempting to cross a river. The deceased has been identified as LochanMajhi of Kakeramanji village. According to reports, Majhi was swept away by the strong current while crossing the river yesterday. Despite immediate efforts, he drowned before help could reach him. On receiving [] The post Nuapada Youth Drowns While Crossing River, Body Recovered appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 2:50 pm

Nuapada Youth Critically Injured in Bear Attack While Grazing Cattle

Panic gripped parts of the Sunabeda forest area in Nuapada district after a youth from GadabhataPada was critically injured in a wild bear attack while grazing cattle. The victim, identified as HarendraMajhi, was attacked suddenly by a bear, sustaining deep injuries to his head and eyes. Locals rushed him to the Sunabeda health centre, where [] The post Nuapada Youth Critically Injured in Bear Attack While Grazing Cattle appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 2:39 pm

Gopalpur Industrial Park set to drive Odisha's green push with Rs 65,000 crore investment pipeline

Gopalpur Industrial Park in Odisha has attracted a cumulative investment pipeline of over Rs 65,400 crore across green hydrogen, renewable energy equipment, chemicals, tyres and other sectors. Proposed projects include a 0.4-million-tonne green ammonia plant and Tata Powers Rs 10,000-crore solar ingot and wafer manufacturing facility at the industrial park.

The Economic Times 31 Aug 2026 2:32 pm

Odisha Records 214% Excess Rainfall; IMD Issues Orange Alert

Odisha witnessed 214% excess rainfall in the past 24 hours, with several districts recording heavy to extremely heavy showers. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the states average rainfall stood at 24.9 mm, against the normal 7.9 mm. The highest rainfall was recorded in Sundaragadas Tensa (162.2 mm), followed by Debagadas Barkote (127.2 mm), [] The post Odisha Records 214% Excess Rainfall; IMD Issues Orange Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 2:27 pm

No Puri, Vada In College Hostels, Govt Institutional Kitchen Across Odisha

The move is aimed at ensuring healthier diets for students and government employees and discouraging excessive consumption of fried food. The authorities have advised that food served in hostels and other institutional kitchens should be prepared using traditional oils such as mustard and groundnut oil, besides desi ghee

Deccan Chronicle 31 Aug 2026 2:27 pm

Pilot Voter

The Odisha State Election Commission (SEC) has launched a pilot doortodoor voterlist verification drive in Bhubaneswar ahead of the upcoming Panchayat and Urban electionsin 2027. The initiative aims to ensure clean, errorfree and transparent electoral rolls across the state. The pilot survey will run from September3to11 under the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), covering three Assembly [] The post Pilot VoterList Verification to Begin in Bhubaneswar from Sep3 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 2:13 pm

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Breaks 57-Year-Old Record with Brilliant 92 in Duleeo Trophy

Star India batter VaibhavSooryavanshi delivered a recordbreaking performance in the DuleepTrophy semifinal, scoring a magnificent 92runs against CentralZone and shattering a 57yearold record. At just 15yearsand157days, Sooryavanshi became the youngest player in DuleepTrophy history to score a halfcentury, surpassing LaxmanSinghs 1969record of 16yearsand23days. Opening the innings for EastZone alongside AbhimanyuEaswaran, the teenager dominated the bowlers [] The post Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Breaks 57-Year-Old Record with Brilliant 92 in Duleeo Trophy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 1:51 pm

Supreme Court Refuses to Restrict CJP

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to impose restrictions on the proposed September 5 march in Delhi by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), saying matters concerning law and order should be handled by the appropriate authorities. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, said [] The post Supreme Court Refuses to Restrict CJPs September 5 Delhi March, Leaves Law-and-Order Decision to Authorities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 1:42 pm

Mayurbhanj District PGT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 13 Posts

Mayurbhanj District has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 13 PGT posts. Eligible candidates can apply offline through the official website, www.mayurbhanj.odisha.gov.in, with applications to be received by 30 September 2026.

FreeJobAlert 31 Aug 2026 1:38 pm

Summative

The Odisha School Education Programme Authority(OSEPA) has issued an official directive for the conduct of Summative AssessmentI (SAI) for the academic year202627. According to the circular signed by Additional Director(Quality)Smt.AmitaPattnaik, the SAI examinations for ShishuVatikaIII to ClassVIII will be held in all Government and Governmentaided schools across the state during the fourth week of September2026, [] The post SummativeI Exams in Odisha Schools Scheduled for Fourth Week of September appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 1:30 pm

Odisha Opens Rice ATM in Dhenkanal With 24

A Rice ATM has been inaugurated in Dhenkanal district, becoming the latest addition to Odishas innovative food security initiative. The facility was formally opened by the Supply Minister, Krushna Chandra Patra, marking the states second such installation after Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda. The Rice ATM will provide 24hour service to beneficiaries, who can withdraw their entitled [] The post Odisha Opens Rice ATM in Dhenkanal With 247 Service appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 1:21 pm

OAV Sanmouda Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Warden, Chowkidar-cum-Sweeper and More Posts

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sanmouda (OAV Sanmouda) Recruitment 2026 for 5 posts of Support Staff. Candidates with B.A./B.Sc, 12th, 10th Can Apply Offline. The offline application starts on 31-08-2026, and closes on 15-09-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through OAV Sanmouda official website.

FreeJobAlert 31 Aug 2026 12:59 pm

BMC Launches Drainage, Waste Management, Urban Projects on Local Self

The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) marked Local SelfGovernment Day with the unveiling of several major projects aimed at strengthening civic infrastructure and improving living conditions in the capital city. Among the highlights is the states first pet crematorium, set to be inaugurated soon by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, offering residents a dignified facility for [] The post BMC Launches Drainage, Waste Management, Urban Projects on Local SelfGovernment Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:55 pm

Odisha T20 League CM Trophy Set to Kick Off on September 20

Cutack, August 31: Exciting news for cricket fans in Odisha! The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy is making a comeback. This tournament will take place from September 20 to 29 at the renowned Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, featuring a total of six teams. The tournament is named the CM Trophy to showcase Chief Minister Mohan ... Read more Odisha T20 League CM Trophy Set to Kick Off on September 20

Morningstar 31 Aug 2026 12:45 pm

Schools Shut in Baragada Amid Heavy Rain Alert

All schools in Odishas Baragada district will remain closed today in view of the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall and the issuance of a red warning. The District Education Office issued an order directing that all schools across the district suspend classes for the day. The precautionary measure was [] The post Schools Shut in Baragada Amid Heavy Rain Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:42 pm

Stray Kids

Stray Kids member Lee Know has extended support to families affected by the devastating floods in Nepal, donating 100 million won (around US$72,600 or approximately 64 lakh) through World Vision. The K-pop star made the donation on August 28 and requested that the funds be used for immediate relief as well as livelihood assistance for [] The post Stray Kids Lee Know Steps Up For Nepal Flood Victims With 100 Million Won Donation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:39 pm

Nepal Floods: Death Toll Crosses 900, New Alert Issued

Nepal has sounded a new flood alert as the combined death toll from last weeks catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet crossed 900, with more than 5,000 people still missing. Authorities in Kathmandu said water levels in the Bhotekoshi River are rising dangerously, raising fears of another flash flood. Rescue crews are racing against time [] The post Nepal Floods: Death Toll Crosses 900, New Alert Issued appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:34 pm

Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Hold First Mecca Pact Meet: 10 Things To Know

Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are set to hold their first ministerial-level meeting of a newly formed regional defence grouping in Istanbul on Monday, following the signing of a landmark defence agreement in Mecca earlier this month. The meeting comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and is expected to bring together senior [] The post Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Hold First Mecca Pact Meet: 10 Things To Know appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Odisha T20 League CM Trophy Returns With Six Teams And 17 Matches At Cuttack

Odisha T20 League CM Trophy: Odisha cricket enthusiasts can look forward to an engaging tournament as the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy makes a comeback. Six franchises will compete for the title at the historic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack from September 20 to 29. The tournament, titled the CM Trophy to symbolise the dedication and backing of Honble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi for the growth and promotion of cricket and sports in Odisha, will serve as a significant platform for the states rising cricketers to display their talent on a larger stage. The six teams participating are Cuttack Panthers, Bhubaneswar Tigers, Rourkela Steelers, Keonjhar Miners, Puri Titans, and Sambalpur Warriors. The player draft is scheduled for September 6, before the start of the 17-match tournament. For Odishas young cricketers, the league will offer an opportunity to play competitive T20 cricket under lights at one of the states most iconic venues, Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. With seasoned players, coaches, and franchise support, the tournament is likely to provide young athletes with important match experience and serve as a stepping stone in their careers. The trophy was revealed in the presence of Odisha Cricket Association's Office Bearers, officially launching the tournament's second edition. Attendees included Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, President of OCA; Prabhat Bhol, Joint Secretary; Bikash Pradhan, Treasurer; and Pratap Chandra Pradhan, an Apex Council Member. The previous edition saw Cuttack Panthers emerge as champions, and the six teams will now look to build on that competition and challenge for the trophy in the new season. Speaking about the tournament, Odisha Cricket Association President Pankaj Lochan Mohanty said, The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy is an important step towards strengthening the cricketing ecosystem in the state. Our focus is not only on organising a competitive tournament but also on creating a platform where young players can perform, learn and grow. We want Odishas talented cricketers to get the exposure they need to take their careers forward. The league will prioritise increasing visibility for Odishas players. By hosting matches at Barabati Stadium and broadcasting them to a broader audience, young athletes will have a better chance to attract scouts and team attention beyond Odisha. The league is expected to allow Odishas players to perform before a much larger audience, potentially attracting the attention of IPL franchises. The league will provide Odishas players with an opportunity like no other to showcase their talent at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Over 10 days and across 17 matches, they will get the chance to perform on a big stage, he added. The league will prioritise increasing visibility for Odishas players. By hosting matches at Barabati Stadium and broadcasting them to a broader audience, young athletes will have a better chance to attract scouts and team attention beyond Odisha. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The 17-match tournament is set to take place at the Barabati Stadium from September 20 to 29, including an exhibition womens match on the final day. The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy, featuring six franchises, 17 competitive matches, and a talented pool of young cricketers eager to shine, aims to be more than just a domestic T20 event. It serves as a platform for Odishas emerging players to aspire bigger, excel under pressure, and begin their journey toward top-tier opportunities in cricket. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 31 Aug 2026 11:50 am

Came As Aggressors, But Still Thrive: Mohan Bhagwat Praises Indias Asylum Tradition In Canada

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has highlighted Indias long-standing tradition of offering refuge to people fleeing persecution, saying the country has welcomed communities from different faiths and allowed them to preserve their identities. Speaking at the Hindu Vishwa Bandhu Embrace the World in Friendship event in Canada, Bhagwat said Indias approach to diversity was rooted [] The post Came As Aggressors, But Still Thrive: Mohan Bhagwat Praises Indias Asylum Tradition In Canada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 11:38 am

Odisha D.El.Ed Result 2026 Out - Check SAMS CT Scorecard Onine @ scert.odisha.gov.in

Odisha D.El.Ed Result 2026 declared on 30 Aug on scert.samsodisha.gov.in. Check SAMS CT scorecard download steps, cut-off marks status, merit list update, and counselling process.

FreeJobAlert 31 Aug 2026 11:36 am

Tamim Iqbal says India series still on, admits Bangladesh

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal has said the proposed white-ball series against India has not been cancelled, revealing that the BCB and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are still discussing possible dates for the tour. The development comes amid strained relations between the two neighbouring countries and uncertainty surrounding the [] The post Tamim Iqbal says India series still on, admits Bangladesh should have definitely played T20 World Cup appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 11:16 am

16-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Gang-Raped Inside Sleeper Bus In Greater Noida; Driver, Conductor Arrested

A 16-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by the driver and conductor of a sleeper bus in Greater Noida earlier this month, police said on Monday. The two accused have been arrested and the bus has been seized for forensic examination. According to police, the alleged incident took place near Pari Chowk on August 4. [] The post 16-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Gang-Raped Inside Sleeper Bus In Greater Noida; Driver, Conductor Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 10:58 am

Delhi remains cloudy; red alert in Chhattisgarh and Odisha for heavy rain

Delhi is likely to see partly cloudy skies and a maximum temperature of 36 degrees Celsius, while heavy to very heavy rain is forecast in several states across the country

Business Standard 31 Aug 2026 10:52 am

Odisha Cadre IPS Shefeen Ahamed K Loses Fight with Cancer in Thiruvananthapuram

Shefeen Ahamed K, a 2003-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre and Inspector General of Police in the Crime Branch, died on Monday while undergoing treatment for cancer at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram. He was 50. A native of Kerala and an engineering graduate from the College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET), Ahamed had been [] The post Odisha Cadre IPS Shefeen Ahamed K Loses Fight with Cancer in Thiruvananthapuram appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 10:33 am

Odisha IPS Officer Shefeen Ahamed K Dies During Treatment; CM Majhi Expresses Condolences

Shefeen Ahamed K, IPS, a 2003batch Odishacadre officer serving as Inspector General of Police, CIDCB, Odisha, passed away today while undergoing treatment at a private hospital. The news of his untimely demise has cast a pall of gloom over the Odisha Police fraternity. Known for his dedication and professional integrity, Shefeen Ahamed K held several [] The post Odisha IPS Officer Shefeen Ahamed K Dies During Treatment; CM Majhi Expresses Condolences appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 10:29 am

IMD Heavy Rain Alert: Heavy rains are expected in these states, IMD issues major alert

IMD Heavy Rain Alert: Rainfall is expected to intensify in many parts of the country on August 31st. The Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rainfall in West Bengal and Jharkhand. A red alert has been issued for Odisha and Chhattisgarh, predicting torrential rain, thunderstorms, and lightning. IMD Heavy Rain Alert: On the last day of [] The post IMD Heavy Rain Alert: Heavy rains are expected in these states, IMD issues major alert first appeared on informalnewz .

informalnewz 31 Aug 2026 9:00 am

Kendujhar District Labour Officer arrested by Odisha Vigilance in bribery case

Kendujhar District Labour Officer arrested by Odisha Vigilance in bribery case Kendujhar: The Odisha Vigilance Department has apprehended Akash Bisoi, Odisha Labour Service serving as the District Labour Officer (DLO) at Kendujhar, while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 from an electrical contractor in connection with the issuance of a labour licence for the [] The post Kendujhar District Labour Officer arrested by Odisha Vigilance in bribery case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 31 Aug 2026 7:50 am

CBI Arrests Fugitive in Odishas

Bhubaneswar, August 31: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully apprehended a fugitive accused of embezzling over 17 crore from depositors in Odishas chit fund scam. The arrest took place on Sunday, as confirmed by an official from the agency. Debabrata Dutta, the former owner of DNB Food Processing Private Limited, was captured in ... Read more CBI Arrests Fugitive in Odishas 17 Crore Chit Fund Scam

Morningstar 31 Aug 2026 3:24 am

17.22 Crore Chit-Fund Scam: Accused Arrested in Siliguri, Headed to Bhubaneswar Court

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Debabrata Dutta, a key accused who had been on the run for years in a major chit-fund fraud case. Dutta, then proprietor of M/s DNB Food Processing Pvt. Ltd., is alleged to have conspired with others to collect money from unsuspecting depositors and misappropriate 17,22,39,453. The agency registered [] The post 17.22 Crore Chit-Fund Scam: Accused Arrested in Siliguri, Headed to Bhubaneswar Court appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:14 am

Scrub typhus cases in Odisha; Medical team sent

A medical team has been dispatched to Pallahara block in Angul district. This action follows the detection of scrub typhus cases in Sanbagdhari village. Rapid kit tests indicated 29 positive results for the infectious bacterial disease. A medical team conducted door-to-door surveys to identify more suspected cases.

The Economic Times 31 Aug 2026 12:12 am

Ekamra Project Stalls as Deadlines Pass and Digging Turns Old Town into a Maze

The citys most watched heritage revival the Ekamra project around Lingaraj Temple has ground to a halt. Open pits, unfinished stretches and blocked lanes have left residents, shopkeepers and devotees exhausted, even as ministers, the local MLA and senior officials keep issuing the same instructions. Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan had told the media [] The post Ekamra Project Stalls as Deadlines Pass and Digging Turns Old Town into a Maze appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 31 Aug 2026 12:07 am

Ex-minister Damburudhar Majhi dies at 86

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:51 pm

ASI, associate held for bribery in Sundargarh

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:51 pm

Babysitter held for robbing houses where she worked

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:50 pm

2 dead, 2 injured in Keonjhar bike accident

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:50 pm

Keonjhar police investigate minor girl's childbirth case

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:49 pm

Suspected Chinese weather balloon seized in Rourkela

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:48 pm

Joint parl panel feels theres need to revise MLAs pay: Govt

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:47 pm

Help pours in for teen seeking admission to SCB

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:47 pm

Hopes dim for Odia couple missing in deluge

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:46 pm

Constitution under 1 roof

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:45 pm

Party Will Probe Jual Oram

Odishas political temperature rose again on Saturday after state BJP president Manmohan Samal said the party is fully aware of Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Orams charges against some party colleagues and will examine both his comments and his written complaint at the organisational level. Samals intervention came after Oram, the six-time Sundargarh MP, alleged [] The post Party Will Probe Jual Orams Complaint Internally, Says Odisha BJP Chief Manmohan Samal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 11:43 pm

Rajput grandeur meets local craftsmanship at Quilla Madhupur

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:41 pm

Debrigarh local community cheers as PM Modi praises Odisha woman

Bhubaneswar, Aug 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modis mention of Maithili Bhue from Odishas Debrigarh in his monthly Mann Ki Baat programme on Sunday, in recognition of her work in forest conservation and efforts to empower local women through eco-tourism, has brought cheer among members of the local community and employees of Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. []

bhaskarlive 30 Aug 2026 11:34 pm

At 176, Bridge to Nowhere Fights Monumental Neglect

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:13 pm

Labour officer caught taking bribe

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 11:04 pm

Odisha Receives Rs 59.02 Lakh ABS Funds from NBA for Biodiversity Conservation

Odisha has emerged as one of the biggest state-level beneficiaries of the latest Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) disbursement by the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA). The state has received 59,01,641 about 59.02 lakh ranking fourth among all States and Union Territories in a nationwide release of 5.68 crore. The money comes from commercial utilisation [] The post Odisha Receives Rs 59.02 Lakh ABS Funds from NBA for Biodiversity Conservation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 10:06 pm

Odisha Faces 2 Days of Very Heavy Rain as Low Pressure Strengthens; Baragada Under Red Alert

A well-marked low-pressure area that formed Sunday morning is set to dump very heavy rain across Odisha for the next two days, the Regional Meteorological Centre said, issuing a red warning for Baragada and advising fishermen to stay off the sea. Regional Met Centre Director Manoroma Mohanty said the system evolved from a cyclonic circulation [] The post Odisha Faces 2 Days of Very Heavy Rain as Low Pressure Strengthens; Baragada Under Red Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 9:56 pm

XIM Bhubaneswar Hosts 8th Business Excellence Summit 2026 on Resilient Businesses

Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB) wrapped the eighth Business Excellence Summit (BES) 2026 with a clear brief for students and industry alike: resilience is no longer a crisis slogan. It is a design principle. The two-day summit, themed Building Resilient Businesses Navigating Risk to Shape A Sustainable Future, brought faculty, alumni, students and [] The post XIM Bhubaneswar Hosts 8th Business Excellence Summit 2026 on Resilient Businesses appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 9:46 pm

Trains Turn Smuggling Corridor: 85+ kg Ganja Seized in 5 Days at Bhubaneswar Railway Station

Indias railways, built to move people and goods, are now a preferred corridor for ganja traffickers. In just five days, officers at Bhubaneswar railway station have seized more than 85 kilograms of cannabis and arrested four people, exposing an inter-state network that is swapping crowded highways for packed trains. The latest raid came after a [] The post Trains Turn Smuggling Corridor: 85+ kg Ganja Seized in 5 Days at Bhubaneswar Railway Station appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 9:35 pm

Minister Harichandan Reviews Quality Education Drive in Chilika High Schools

Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan on Sunday chaired a review meeting at the conference hall of Chilika Block to strengthen quality education in all high schools of the Chilika Assembly constituency. The meeting focused on improving academic standards and ensuring a 100 percent pass rate among students. Officials and school heads discussed classroom [] The post Minister Harichandan Reviews Quality Education Drive in Chilika High Schools appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

Where Mahanadi whispers Odishas maritime legacy

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 9:27 pm

Repeated Fires Ravage Unit

The capitals largest wholesale and retail hub, Unit-1 Market locally called 1 Number Haat looks less like a planned marketplace and more like a tinderbox waiting for the next short circuit. On Saturday, August 22, two shops one grocery store and one puja-samagri outlet were reduced to ash in the early [] The post Repeated Fires Ravage Unit1 Market, Fix Eludes Authorities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 9:24 pm

Kendujhar District Labour Officer Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 20K Bribe

A senior labour official in Keonjhar was trapped by Odisha Vigilance on Sunday evening after allegedly demanding and accepting 20,000 from an electrical contractor to issue a labour licence a document the contractor needed only to put workers on a power utility job. Akash Bisoi, OLS-1, District Labour Officer (DLO), Kendujhar, was apprehended while [] The post Kendujhar District Labour Officer Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 20K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 9:08 pm

35 tonnes of fertiliser seized

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Man attacked, killed by elephant

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 8:53 pm

Health dept steps up scrub typhus surveillance in Angul

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 8:52 pm

Fresh flood fears grip Balasore as Subarnarekha rises

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 8:50 pm

Keonjhar man held for killing wife over dinner dispute

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Angul Scrub Typhus Update: Rapid Tests Not Confirmed, 9 ELISA Results Negative

Reports of scrub typhus in Anugola have stirred worry in recent days. The Health Department now says the picture is more cautious than the first headlines suggested and that panic is not warranted. According to the Directorate of Public Health, the earliest positive cases were flagged by rapid kit tests. Those kits are screening [] The post Angul Scrub Typhus Update: Rapid Tests Not Confirmed, 9 ELISA Results Negative appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 8:27 pm

HC backs Odisha ban on tobacco-laced food products

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 8:09 pm

UK-based Odia family missing in Nepal floods

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 7:46 pm

Odisha To Deduct Court-Ordered Maintenance From Salaries Of Erring Govt Employees

Move follows repeated complaints before CM Majhi; DDOs to transfer deducted amounts directly to beneficiaries bank accounts: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 30 Aug 2026 7:41 pm

Odisha govt employees: Salary may be deducted for unpaid alimony, maintenance; what order means for your money

Odisha govt employees who default on court-ordered alimony or maintenance payments may now have the amount deducted directly from their salaries. The payment will be transferred to beneficiaries, with cases integrated into the states HRMS for automated compliance.

Livemint 30 Aug 2026 7:23 pm

Odisha Poshan Mission: Mission-Mode Nutrition Drive, 18 Districts

Odisha will implement the Mukhyamantri Sampurna Pushti Yojana in mission mode through the Odisha Poshan Mission (OPM), with a sharper focus on maternal and child nutrition, digital monitoring and a large-scale upgrade of Anganwadi centres. The decision emerged from a high-level review chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg at the conference hall of Lok Seva [] The post Odisha Poshan Mission: Mission-Mode Nutrition Drive, 18 Districts & Anganwadi Upgrade appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 6:52 pm

Ruchika Singh Returns In Viral Video Weeks After PM Modi Abuse Row:

Ruchika Singh, who came into the national spotlight following allegations of abusive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother at a protest in Delhi, has resurfaced in a new video circulating widely on social media. The latest clip has drawn renewed attention to the controversy, particularly because of the stark contrast between [] The post Ruchika Singh Returns In Viral Video Weeks After PM Modi Abuse Row: I Wont Back Down appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 6:48 pm

Parliament Joint Committee visits Bhubaneswar to review Odisha MLA salaries and pensions

A Parliamentary Joint Committee on salaries and allowances arrived in Bhubaneswar on Sunday for a close look at what sitting and former members of the Odisha Legislative Assembly receive and how that package compares with Parliament and other states. The committee first met Speaker Surama Padhy. It later held separate discussions with Parliamentary Affairs [] The post Parliament Joint Committee visits Bhubaneswar to review Odisha MLA salaries and pensions appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 6:40 pm

Rodent menace returns to Jagannath Temple in Puri

The Times of India 30 Aug 2026 6:08 pm

Nepal Floods Death Toll Rises to 768, Over 2500 Missing

Nepal remained on high alert Sunday as water levels in the Bhotekoshi River rose again, raising fears of fresh flooding just days after a devastating flash flood tore through central districts. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) confirmed that the death toll from the August26 disaster has climbed to 768, while more [] The post Nepal Floods Death Toll Rises to 768, Over 2500 Missing appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 5:38 pm

Do You Feel You Are A Lord? Bombay HC Pulls Up Tukaram Mundhe-Led FDA

The Bombay High Court on Saturday strongly criticised the Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), led by commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, over what it described as an overly hasty approach in two separate enforcement matters. The court questioned the regulators actions while hearing cases involving five restaurants operating on the premises of the Mumbai Cricket Association [] The post Do You Feel You Are A Lord? Bombay HC Pulls Up Tukaram Mundhe-Led FDA appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 5:34 pm

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Calls for Unity in Diversity, Urges Diaspora to Honour

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat delivered a powerful message of unity and inclusivity at the Universal Oneness Celebration in Madison Square Garden, addressing over 6,000 members of the IndianAmerican community and interfaith leaders. Bhagwat underscored that unity in diversity is in Bharats DNA, urging the diaspora to celebrate, respect, and accept diversity while [] The post RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Calls for Unity in Diversity, Urges Diaspora to Honour Karmabhoomi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 5:26 pm

Dharmendra Pradhan Writes to Vaishnaw for C-DAC Hub at GMU Sambalpur, Expansion of STPI

Lok Sabha MP Dharmendra Pradhan has urged Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to establish a regional centre of the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) at Gangadhar Meher University (GMU) in Sambalpur and expand the existing Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) facility in the city. In his letter, Pradhan said a CDAC centre [] The post Dharmendra Pradhan Writes to Vaishnaw for C-DAC Hub at GMU Sambalpur, Expansion of STPI appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 5:04 pm

Mojtaba Khamenei Urges Muslim Countries to Recognize

Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called on Muslim countries in the region to unite against the United States and Israel, urging governments to identify and confront what he described as their real enemy. Khamenei issued the written message on Sunday as Shia Muslims marked the birthday of Prophet Mohammed. His remarks came six months [] The post Mojtaba Khamenei Urges Muslim Countries to Recognize True Enemy and Unite Against US, Israel appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 4:57 pm

SIR: Odisha BJP

Bhubaneswar: Mass deletion of Muslim voters continues nationwide, with Odisha being the latest Bharatiya Janata Party-led state to employ its party agents to illegally file deletion requests. The Reporters Collective on Sunday, August 30, reported that in the Bhadrak assembly constituency, BJPs booth-level agents have been filing en masse, requesting the district administration to review 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 .

The Siasat Daily 30 Aug 2026 4:46 pm

Why Sonam Wangchuk Isn

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has said that the founders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) may have political ambitions, while making it clear that he sees nothing wrong with young people entering politics. Speaking in a podcast with Prakhar Gupta, Wangchuk said he had closely assessed CJP founders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka during [] The post Why Sonam Wangchuk Isnt Worried About CJP Founders Political Ambitions appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Woman Allegedly Abducts 12-Year-Old Son in Sambalpur

A shocking incident has surfaced in the Jujumura police station area of Sambalpur district where a mother allegedly abducted her 12yearold son, sparking confusion over whether it was a case of kidnapping or a family dispute. According to reports, the boy, son of former village head Sabat Pradhan, was playing outside his house in Dangapal [] The post Woman Allegedly Abducts 12-Year-Old Son in Sambalpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 4:02 pm

Maithili Bhue from Odisha Gains Recognition in Mann Ki Baat for Eco-Tourism Efforts

Mumbai, August 30: Maithili Bhue, a resident of Debrigarh in Sambalpur district, Odisha, expressed her joy and gratitude after Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned her work during his monthly radio program, Mann Ki Baat. She is recognized for promoting eco-tourism and empowering local women. In the 137th episode of Mann Ki Baat, aired on Sunday, ... Read more Maithili Bhue from Odisha Gains Recognition in Mann Ki Baat for Eco-Tourism Efforts

Morningstar 30 Aug 2026 3:50 pm

Domestic Help Nabbed for House Thefts in Bhubaneswar, Gold and Silver Ornaments Recovered

Chandrasekharpur Police have cracked two house-theft cases in Housing Board Colony and Kanan Vihar PhaseI, recovering a large haul of stolen gold and silver ornaments, valuables, and cash. Following complaints from residents, a special team led by SI J. Kerketta and ASI S. B. Sahoo launched an investigation. Suspicion fell on Priyanka Raul, a woman [] The post Domestic Help Nabbed for House Thefts in Bhubaneswar, Gold and Silver Ornaments Recovered appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 30 Aug 2026 3:45 pm