NTPC studying 2 Odisha sites for 3,200 MW nuclear plant: Govt
Odishas plans to enter the nuclear energy sector gathered momentum on Tuesday with NTPC conducting feasibility studies at two sites in Deogarh and Nabarangpur districts for a proposed 3,200 MW nuclear power plant, even as the state government stressed that public safety and environmental safeguards would remain the overriding considerations before any final approval.
Odisha Flood Situation Under Control; Relief
The flood situation in Odisha remains under control, with relief, rescue, response and restoration measures continuing across affected areas. While conditions have improved in several districts, fresh heavy rainfall in Mayurbhanj has caused localised impacts, prompting continued vigilance by the State Government and district administrations. In Jajpur district, Dasarathpur block remains affected, with 62 villages [] The post Odisha Flood Situation Under Control; Relief & Response Continue appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
NHRC Orders Probe into Lachhanti Majhi
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has intervened in the case of 30yearold tribal woman Lachhanti Majhis death at the Nuapada District Headquarters Hospital, directing the Collector and CDMO to submit an Action Taken Report within two weeks. The intervention follows a complaint filed on August31 by Human Rights Front India president Manoj Jena, alleging [] The post NHRC Orders Probe into Lachhanti Majhis Death in Nuapada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
CJP withdraws September 5 India Gate march after Centre
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has withdrawn its call for a September 5 march from India Gate to Delhi Police Headquarters after the Centre gave assurances before the Supreme Court regarding its pending commitments. CJP spokesperson and co-convener Saurav Das told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that the organisation had decided to withdraw the protest [] The post CJP withdraws September 5 India Gate march after Centres assurances in Supreme Court appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
SCU Seizes 305 Grams Brown Sugar in Bhubaneswar, One Held
The Special Crime Unit (SCU) of BhubaneswarKataka Police Commissionerate seized 305grams of brown sugar and arrested one accused during a targeted operation near BhotapadaVillage under MancheswarPoliceStation limits. The arrested individual has been identified as SkKefajudin@KalaBabu(55), son of SekhHemarudin, a resident of Rajpurvillage,Jaleswar,Baleshwardistrict. Police recovered 300grams of brown sugar, an OPPOA6x5Gmobile phone, and Rs 520incash from [] The post SCU Seizes 305 Grams Brown Sugar in Bhubaneswar, One Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Extends Deadline for Bidesh Sikhyabruti Scholarship Applications to Sep 18
The Government of Odishas Higher Education Department has extended the last date for submission of online applications for the BideshSikhyabrutiScheme from September1toSeptember18,2026. The scheme, launched to empower ScheduledCaste (SC) and ScheduledTribe (ST) students aspiring to pursue Postgraduate and Ph.D. courses in the top200QSranked foreign universities, offers financial assistance to eligible candidates. Students from SC/ST categories [] The post Odisha Extends Deadline for Bidesh Sikhyabruti Scholarship Applications to Sep 18 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Gopabandhu Health Insurance to Stay Independent of Ayushman Bharat
The Odisha government has clarified that the Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana will not be merged with the Ayushman Bharat scheme. The scheme, which provides medical coverage for journalists, will continue as a separate initiative. Officials confirmed that journalists already enrolled will remain covered under the existing framework. Those wishing to join afresh may apply [] The post Gopabandhu Health Insurance to Stay Independent of Ayushman Bharat appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nepal Flash Floods: Death Toll Crosses 1K, Thousands Missing
The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and China has surged past 1,000, with 987 deaths reported in Nepal and 16 in China. Authorities said 3,916 people remain missing, including 583 foreigners, while 11,814 individuals have been rescued so far. The disaster was triggered on August26 when a glacial collapse in the [] The post Nepal Flash Floods: Death Toll Crosses 1K, Thousands Missing appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Hirakud Dam Closes Two More Gates
Authorities at the Hirakud Dam closed two more sluice gates on Tuesday, reducing the number of operational gates to just two one on the left and one on the right. Earlier in the morning, four gates were open (three on the left and one on the right), but fresh orders were issued to shut [] The post Hirakud Dam Closes Two More Gates appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BDA Celebrates 44th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar
The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) celebrated its 44th Foundation Day at Jaydev Bhavan today, highlighting its journey of transforming the capital city through planned urban development. The event was graced by Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Minister of Housing & Urban Development and Chairman of BDA, as the Chief Guest. The programme showcased BDAs contributions to [] The post BDA Celebrates 44th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Modi, Xi, Putin, Shehbaz Sharif share stage at SCO Summit in Bishkek
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif were seen together at the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on Tuesday. The four leaders appeared in the same frame as heads of state gathered for the summits official group photograph at the [] The post Modi, Xi, Putin, Shehbaz Sharif share stage at SCO Summit in Bishkek appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Ama Bus Conductors Stage Protest in Bhubaneswar over Unpaid Wages and Long Working Hours
Bus services across the capital came to a halt today after conductors of the AmaBusService launched a protest at the AmaBusDepot, alleging exploitation, nonpayment of wages, and excessive duty hours. The agitation, which began early in the morning, disrupted operations on nearly 50 city routes, leaving thousands of commuters stranded. Protesters claimed they have not [] The post Ama Bus Conductors Stage Protest in Bhubaneswar over Unpaid Wages and Long Working Hours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Delegation to Visit UAE to Boost Foreign Investment
A highlevel Odisha delegation will visit the UnitedArabEmirates (UAE) from September8to11 as part of the state governments renewed push to attract global investors and strengthen foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows. IndustriesMinister SampadChandraSwain announced that ChiefMinisterMohanCharanMajhi will lead the delegation during a fourday visit to Dubai, where he will participate in a series of investorfocused programmes. [] The post Odisha Delegation to Visit UAE to Boost Foreign Investment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Announces Rs 560 Crore Package For 28 New Urban Local Bodies
Water Levels Rise Again in Odisha Rivers; Water Resources Dept on High Alert
Water levels in several rivers across north Odisha have started rising again following two days of intense rainfall under the influence of a low-pressure system, putting the Water Resources Department on alert once more. Brahmani, Baitarani, Budhabalanga and Subarnarekha showed an upward trend, though officials said there is no immediate threat of a major flood. [] The post Water Levels Rise Again in Odisha Rivers; Water Resources Dept on High Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
PM Modi urges Indians to avoid unnecessary foreign travel, overseas weddings and gold purchases
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday urged Indians to avoid unnecessary foreign travel, overseas weddings and gold purchases as he renewed his call for greater emphasis on swadeshi and self-reliance. Speaking in a selfie-style video message, Modi congratulated the country after India recorded 7.8% economic growth in the first quarter of financial year 2026-27. He [] The post PM Modi urges Indians to avoid unnecessary foreign travel, overseas weddings and gold purchases appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Engineer Survives Nepal Floods, Wife And Daughter Missing
Engineer escaped death after being sent to tunnel site minutes before floodwaters engulfed project area
Odisha Rain Alert: State records 25% excess rainfall; IMD warns of more rain in September
Odisha has recorded 25 per cent excess rainfall during the ongoing southwest monsoon season, receiving 1,154.3 mm of rain as of August 31, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The state has already achieved its normal seasonal rainfall quota nearly a month ahead of schedule. However, rainfall activity is likely to continue through September, [] The post Odisha Rain Alert: State records 25% excess rainfall; IMD warns of more rain in September appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha SC, ST students to pay no admission fee in govt medical, engineering colleges
Odisha SC ST students to pay no admission fee in govt medical engineering colleges
Rain Continues To Batter Odisha; Red Warning For 2 Districts, Orange Alert in 6 Districts
Heavy rain continued to lash several parts of Odisha on Tuesday as a well-marked low-pressure area remained active over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining areas of north coastal Odisha and the northwest Bay of Bengal. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the system persisted over the same region at 5:30 am on September 1 [] The post Rain Continues To Batter Odisha; Red Warning For 2 Districts, Orange Alert in 6 Districts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Badshah and Isha Rikhi Confirm Divorce Months After Secret Wedding:
Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi have confirmed their divorce, months after reports and wedding pictures of their private ceremony surfaced online. The couple announced their separation through identical statements shared on Instagram on August 31. They said the decision was mutual and urged fans and the media to respect their privacy while refraining [] The post Badshah and Isha Rikhi Confirm Divorce Months After Secret Wedding: Respect Our Privacy appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
No admission fees for SC, ST students in Odisha govt medical, engg colleges
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has said students belonging to ST and SC communities will not have to deposit any fee at the time of admission in government medical and engineering colleges. Majhi issued the direction on Monday after learning that many meritorious Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students face financial difficulties during admissions even after cracking tough entrance exams, an official release said. To solve this problem, CM Majhi has directed that students belonging to ST and SC communities will not have to pay any fees at the time of admission, and for a period of six months after admission, it said. A guideline in this regard will be issued by the state government soon, the release added.
No Admission Fee For SC, ST Students In Odisha Government Medical, Engineering Colleges
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi issued the direction after learning that many meritorious Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students face financial difficulties during admissions even after cracking tough entrance exams.
Odisha to complete phase 1 house-listing census by September 14
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Nandankanan zoo seeks CZA approval to bring 4 cheetahs from South Africa
Jagannath Temple installs ACs in Nata Mandap to ease darshan
Kin hope for miracle as UK-based Odia family remain missing in Nepal
Teen found hanging, upset after request for Rs 300 denied
Missing girl rescued, abductor held
Dhenkanal joins grain ATM network
The Rs 2-crore story is a lie: BJP MP after arrest of ex-ministers son
Four days after police lifted him from his Nuasahi home in Nayapalli, the son of a former Odisha transport minister is in custody, and a Rajya Sabha MP has now put a price, a date and a political sting on the dispute. Ajit Kumar Sahu, son of former BJD minister and three-time Parjang MLA Nrusingha [] The post The Rs 2-crore story is a lie: BJP MP after arrest of ex-ministers son appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
North Odisha rivers rise again, no fresh flood threat yet
No fresh flood threat in north Odisha, though rivers on rise : asserts engineer-in-chief, water resources dept
The monsoon has already given Odisha more than it usually receives in four months. The clouds, however, are not done with the north. By August 31, the state had recorded 1,154.3 mm of southwest monsoon rainfall against a JuneSeptember normal of 1,150.2 mm. The seasonal quota was filled a full month early. IMD Director General [] The post South dries, North soaks: IMDs split forecast for Odisha in September appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM to Attend National Water Conference in Delhi on Sept 1
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will leave for New Delhi on Tuesday evening to take part in a high-stakes national conference on water security a gathering the Centre has framed as a Team India exercise toward a water-secure nation and Viksit Bharat 2047. The first departmental conference of the Union Ministry of Jal [] The post Odisha CM to Attend National Water Conference in Delhi on Sept 12 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Orissa HC grants bail to ex-MLA, criticises cop lapses
The 16th day of counting and weighing at Srimandirs Ratna Bhandar ended on Monday after a long, tightly supervised session that ran from 11:30 a.m. after the morning dhupa until 6:55 p.m. The team worked for 7 hours and 25 minutes. Chief Administrator Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee said the sacred Jhoba Kanthi, the [] The post One Ornament, One Hour: Puris Sacred Treasury Count Enters Day 16 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
11 of 12 samples test negative for scrub typhus, 1 turns out reactive
Govt eases financial burden on SC-ST medical, engineering aspirants
Odisha: 20 People Die In India Every Day Waiting For Organs
Odisha hospital observes Angadan Mahotsav to promote organ donation: Reports
Andhra Pradesh: Coal-Loaded Goods Train Derails, Delays 14 Passenger Trains
The freight train was carrying coal from Odisha to an APGenco terminal power station: Reports
Missing Odisha Man Returns Home Alive A Month After Family Cremated Body
Police informed Sanatans family about the recovery after the body had been sent for post-mortem examination: Reports
Man sentenced 20 yrs RI for raping 12 year old
Nasha Mukt Abhiyan reaches 300 Odisha government schools across Central Range
The Nasha Mukt Abhiyan has reached around 300 government schools across seven districts under Odishas Central Range, with authorities intensifying efforts to raise awareness among students about the dangers of drug and substance abuse. As part of the campaign, Dr Satyajit Naik, IPS, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Central Range, Cuttack, participated in an anti-drug [] The post Nasha Mukt Abhiyan reaches 300 Odisha government schools across Central Range appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Cong MP Ulaka urges PM to safeguard Odishas mining tax rights
Man held for rape of 15-year-old on marriage promise
Odisha RTE Paradarshi: 501 students allotted seats in additional online lottery round
The Odisha School and Mass Education Department conducted an additional round of online student allotment through the RTE Paradarshi Portal for the academic year 2026-27 on Monday, August 31. The additional centralised admission process was conducted to give greater emphasis to children belonging to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Disadvantaged Group (DG) under Rule [] The post Odisha RTE Paradarshi: 501 students allotted seats in additional online lottery round appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
More coaches in long-distance trains to handle festive season rush
OSDMA to sign MoUs with UNDP, CivicDataLab for disaster risk management
The Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) will sign two key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and CivicDataLab on September 2, 2026, to strengthen disaster risk assessment, data management, digital infrastructure and data-driven decision-making in the state. The proposed partnerships are aimed at building a more data-driven, coordinated and [] The post OSDMA to sign MoUs with UNDP, CivicDataLab for disaster risk management appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
First eco-friendly small animal crematorium opens doors
Odisha cadre IPS officer Shefeen Ahamed K. dies
He was serving as Inspector General of Police, CID Crime Branch and Cybercrime, Odisha
PM Modi urges Putin to move from
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday delivered a fresh message of peace during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. As the Russia-Ukraine war continues into its fifth year, Modi said the world must move away from prolonged conflict and work towards [] The post PM Modi urges Putin to move from endless war to peace amid Russia-Ukraine conflict appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
NCW First Shakti Summit in Bhubaneswar: 25 States Join Odisha for Women
Bhubaneswar is set to host a rare national gathering of womens welfare leadership this week, as the National Commission for Women and the Government of Odisha open the first Shakti Summit State WCD Leadership Conclave from 1 to 3 September 2026. The inaugural ceremony will be led by Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, [] The post NCW First Shakti Summit in Bhubaneswar: 25 States Join Odisha for Womens Safety Conclave appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
NSHIPOL gets in-principle nod for 24,700 cr Odisha shipbuilding cluster
The proposed Kendrapara cluster will have shipyards with a combined capacity of around 1.2 million gross tonnes a year and an integrated heavy industries ecosystem
OSEPA directs schools to hold SA-I assessments in Sept
Odisha Defers Medical and Engineering Fees for Poor SC/ST Students by 6 Months
For many Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students who crack Odishas toughest professional entrance tests, the hardest part has not been the exam. It has been the cash counter. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has now directed that poor meritorious students from the SC and ST communities need not deposit tuition or other fees at [] The post Odisha Defers Medical and Engineering Fees for Poor SC/ST Students by 6 Months appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
How Naveen Patnaik's mines law pushback puts Odisha's BJP MPs in a spot
How Naveen Patnaiks mines law pushback puts Odishas BJP MPs in a spot
Odisha Police Condoles Demise of IGP Shefeen Ahamed K, Holds Memorial Meet in Bhubaneswar
A hush settled over Police Bhawan on Monday afternoon as Odisha Police gathered to remember one of its own. Senior IPS officer Shefeen Ahamed K, Inspector General of Police (Crime Branch), died untimely, leaving the force and the state IPS Association in deep mourning. Ahamed, a 2003-batch officer of the Odisha cadre, was 50. Born [] The post Odisha Police Condoles Demise of IGP Shefeen Ahamed K, Holds Memorial Meet in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Orissa HC backs Odisha tobacco curbs, rejects manufacturers' challenge
The Orissa High Court rejected challenges by chewing-tobacco manufacturers but clarified that the state notification does not impose a blanket ban on all tobacco products
620 bottles of codeine cough syrup seized in Sambalpur, 2 held
HC finds Biju Patnaik Park unsafe, poorly maintained
India rejects Indus Waters Treaty award, calls Court of Arbitration
India on Monday rejected the latest pronouncement by the World Bank-backed Court of Arbitration (CoA) concerning the Indus Waters Treaty, calling the body illegally constituted and asserting that its decisions have no bearing on Indias actions. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the court was constituted in violation of the treaty and that India [] The post India rejects Indus Waters Treaty award, calls Court of Arbitration illegally constituted appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jharsuguda DHH Doctor Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case
The Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of Dr Debendranath Nayak, Former Senior Surgery Specialist at District Headquarters Hospital (DHH), Jharsuguda. Dr Nayak, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section 13(2) r/w 13(1)(d)/7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for demanding and accepting a bribe from a complainant to conduct a hydrocele [] The post Jharsuguda DHH Doctor Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Zydus today announced positive topline results from its completed EVIDENCES-X Phase II(b), prospective, multicentre, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of Saroglitazar Magnesium in patients with Metabolic dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and fibrosis. The liver biopsy-driven EVIDENCES-X study enrolled 189 subjects who were randomized in a 1:1:1 ratio to receive Saroglitazar [] The post Zydus Announces Positive Topline Results from Completed EVIDENCES-X Phase II(b) Clinical Trial of Saroglitazar Mg in MASH appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Vigilance Convicts Former Sambalpur ARI in Bribery Case
The Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of Durga Prasad Sahu, Former Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) of Lapanga RI Circle under Rengali Tahasil, Sambalpur district. Sahu, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section 13(2) r/w 13(1)(d)/7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 for demanding and accepting a bribe from an applicant in [] The post Odisha Vigilance Convicts Former Sambalpur ARI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Several Dead, Dozens Injured in Kaushambi Firecracker Factory Explosion in UP
As many as seven people are feared dead and around 24 injured after a massive explosion ripped through a firecracker factory in Mahmoodpur under Pipri police station limits of Uttar Pradeshs Kaushambi district. The blast caused widespread damage, with three houses reportedly catching fire. Rescue teams rushed to the scene, and several injured victims were [] The post Several Dead, Dozens Injured in Kaushambi Firecracker Factory Explosion in UP appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha CM Inaugurates 593 Urban Projects Worth Rs 323 Crore on Local Self-Government Day
Odisha marked State-Level Local Self-Government Day with a large public programme at OUAT Krishi Siksha Sadan, where Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated and laid the foundation for 593 urban development projects across 62 cities and towns. Of the 593 works, 423 projects worth about 102 crore were dedicated to the public, while foundation stones [] The post Odisha CM Inaugurates 593 Urban Projects Worth Rs 323 Crore on Local Self-Government Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces Notifications for All Six Pillars of Semicon 2.0
Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Railways and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, today announced the issuance of notifications for all six pillars of the Semicon 2.0 Scheme, marking a decisive step in Indias semiconductor journey. The scheme, designed to strengthen Indias semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem, builds on the success of the first [] The post Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces Notifications for All Six Pillars of Semicon 2.0 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The Odisha government has ordered automatic salary deductions for state employees who fail to pay court-mandated alimony or maintenance to estranged wives and children. The amount will be transferred directly to beneficiaries, with cases to be tracked through the states HRMS system.
Star Air Launches 24 Weekly Flights to Odisha, Direct Hyderabad
Bhubaneswar is about to sit closer to Hyderabad on the aviation map. Star Air, the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, will introduce 24 new weekly flights to Odisha from 4 September 2026, including a direct HyderabadBhubaneswar service and the return of flights between Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda. The expansion is aimed at travellers who [] The post Star Air Launches 24 Weekly Flights to Odisha, Direct HyderabadBhubaneswar from 4 Sept appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Waters Fall, Watch Continues: Odisha
After days of swollen rivers and waterlogged villages, Odishas flood map is shrinking. Officials say the overall situation is under control. Relief, rescue and restoration have not been stood down. The sharpest remaining picture is in Jajpur. Dasarathpur block is still affected: 19 gram panchayats, 62 villages. Twenty-two relief camps are open for 8,983 people. [] The post Waters Fall, Watch Continues: Odishas Flood Response Shifts From Rescue to Restoration appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek on Monday, using a sideline conversation at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit to send a clear message: India wants stronger ties with Tehran, but it also wants the guns to fall silent and the sea lanes to stay open. The talks, confirmed by the [] The post Modi Invites Irans President to Indias BRICS Summit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
JK Cong urges CM to intervene for hike in stipend of medical interns
Jammu, Aug 31: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hameed Karra on Monday urged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to intervene in the ongoing protest by medical interns and ensure an early and meaningful enhancement in their stipend. Jammu and Kashmir has probably emerged as the lowest-paying region for MBBS and BDS interns among the states and Union Territories listed in a comparative chart circulated by protesting medical interns, with a monthly stipend of just Rs 12,300, prompting them to launch an indefinite strike on Monday demanding its immediate revision to Rs 30,000. In a letter addressed to the chief minister, Karra said the demand of the protesting medical interns was genuine and deserved sympathetic and immediate consideration. Medical interns constitute an essential part of the healthcare delivery system and shoulder significant responsibilities in hospitals while undergoing their compulsory internship, he said. These young doctors routinely work long and demanding hours, including 36-hour shifts, attending to patients and performing their duties with dedication and commitment, Karra said. He pointed out that the stipend being provided to medical interns in Jammu and Kashmir was considerably lower than that offered in several other parts of the country. When interns elsewhere are being provided better financial support for comparable responsibilities and working hours, the demand of our medical interns for a reasonable enhancement in stipend merits serious consideration, he said. Karra urged Omar to direct the authorities concerned to engage with the protesting interns, listen to their grievances and work towards an early and satisfactory resolution of the issue. The Congress leader said positive government intervention at this stage would not only address a legitimate concern of the medical fraternity but also boost the morale of young doctors who contribute significantly to the functioning of hospitals and healthcare institutions. He hoped the government would prioritise the matter and take necessary steps for a meaningful hike in the stipend of medical interns in Jammu and Kashmir, in line with their responsibilities and the prevailing stipends in other parts of the country. The interns said their stipend had remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite repeated representations and protests, while the cost of living and stipends offered to interns in several other states had increased substantially. According to the comparative figures displayed by the interns, Odisha tops the list with a monthly stipend of Rs 44,319, followed by West Bengal at Rs 43,099 and Assam at Rs 35,000. Karnataka pays Rs 30,000, while Kerala offers Rs 27,300 and Delhi and Meghalaya Rs 26,300 each. The stipend in Telangana is listed at Rs 25,900, while Arunachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh offer Rs 25,000 each. Tamil Nadu's stipend is shown at around Rs 25,000, followed by Haryana at Rs 24,310 and Andhra Pradesh at around Rs 21,840. Gujarat, Bihar, Goa and Himachal Pradesh are listed at around Rs 20,000 a month, while Puducherry offers Rs 18,000.
Two Kerala Women Killed in US, Friend Arrested
In a shocking incident, two Malayali women living in California were killed in separate but connected events on August28, with their common friend arrested in connection with the deaths. The victims have been identified as Anjana Hari (35), a native of Thrissur, and Ann Mary Mathew (40), from Thiruvananthapuram. Their friend Anila (32), originally from [] The post Two Kerala Women Killed in US, Friend Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Congress vs TVK in Tamil Nadu Assembly? Seat shift fuels rift over
The Congress and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government in Tamil Nadu is facing fresh speculation of a rift after Congress Legislature Party leader and MLA Tharahai Cuthbert was shifted to the front row of the Opposition benches in the state Assembly. Cuthbert was previously seated alongside TVK MLAs. Her change of seat on Monday came [] The post Congress vs TVK in Tamil Nadu Assembly? Seat shift fuels rift over Vijay as PM pitch appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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 .
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
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 .
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 .
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 .
Boudhagada Former Soil Conservation Officer Convicted in DA Case
OdishaVigilance secured the conviction of KartikeswarSahu, Former SoilConservationOfficer, Purunakatak,Boudhagada, in a disproportionate assets (DA) case. Sahu, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section13(2)readwith13(1)(e) of the PreventionofCorruptionAct,1988 for possessing assets beyond his known sources of income. The SpecialJudge,Vigilance,Phulbani, sentenced him to oneyear of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000. Following the [] The post Boudhagada Former Soil Conservation Officer Convicted in DA Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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.
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 .
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
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 .
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 .
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 .
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.
Puri's Jagannath Temple sets traps to catch rats destroying sibling deities' sacred attire
