Two rescued Chinese crew members of sunken Panama-flagged vessel brought to Odishas Paradip
The MV Ocean Winner had sailed with iron ore from Paradip for China on August 20. There were 24 crew members on board, comprising 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals and one Bangladeshi national
Two Pilots Killed as Training Aircraft Crashes in Kanpur
A twinengine fourseater training aircraft belonging to Garg Aviation crashed near Nattha Khera Ganga Barrage in Kanpur on Thursday morning, killing both the instructor and trainee pilot on the spot. The victims were identified as Sachin Bhatia, an experienced instructor pilot from Gujarat with over 3,000 flying hours, and Abhishek Pujari, a trainee pilot from [] The post Two Pilots Killed as Training Aircraft Crashes in Kanpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Newborn Baby Girl Found Under Bush Near Puri CHC
A newborn baby girl was rescued after being abandoned under a bush near the main road in front of Charichhak Community Health Centre in Puri. According to reports, a woman from the Kakatpur area, belonging to a minority community, had given birth at the health centre the previous day. On the evening of the same [] The post Newborn Baby Girl Found Under Bush Near Puri CHC appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India Needs to Expand Olympic Footprint to Boost Medal Tally, Says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for a broader approach to Indias Olympic ambitions, saying the country needs to participate in more sporting disciplines if it wants to significantly improve its medal tally. Speaking virtually to athletes, students and volunteers during the Khelo India Dialogue, Modi reiterated a point from his Independence Day address [] The post India Needs to Expand Olympic Footprint to Boost Medal Tally, Says PM Modi appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Football Team Safe in Pokhara, Three Friends from Puri Return from Flood
Amid devastating flash floods in Nepal, Odias stranded in the neighbouring country have been traced safe, bringing relief to families back home. A 13member football team from Bhubaneswar, including players, a coach and accompanying members, had travelled to Pokhara for a match when floods struck Nepal. Their phones were unreachable for hours, raising concern among [] The post Odisha Football Team Safe in Pokhara, Three Friends from Puri Return from FloodHit Nepal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Stay vigilant: Hindu group urges NYC Mayor Mamdani to ensure safety at Bhagwat event
The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) has issued a security advisory ahead of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwats scheduled address at Madison Square Garden in New York on August 29, urging the city administration to ensure the safety and civil rights of all attendees. In its advisory, the US-based Hindu advocacy and educational organisation [] The post Stay vigilant: Hindu group urges NYC Mayor Mamdani to ensure safety at Bhagwat event appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Suspended BJP Leader Prakash Paswan Arrested in Bihar in Raurkela Circuit House Case
Suspended youth BJP leader Prakash Paswan was arrested in Bihar on Wednesday evening, 11 days after going into hiding following the seizure of firearms and live ammunition from the governmentrun Raurkela Circuit House. Police suspect Paswan to be the alleged mastermind behind providing shelter to armed criminals at the Circuit House. On August 15, two [] The post Suspended BJP Leader Prakash Paswan Arrested in Bihar in Raurkela Circuit House Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odia Couple Missing in Nepal Flash Flood, Govt Seeks MEA Help
An Odia couple from Khordha district has gone missing in Nepal following a massive flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River. According to the Odisha Government, Sandeep Mohapatra and Siddharthi Kumari Sahu, who have been living in Australia since 2018, travelled to Nepal on August 22. Their mobile phones have remained switched off since the [] The post Odia Couple Missing in Nepal Flash Flood, Govt Seeks MEA Help appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Two Odisha Tourists Missing After Nepal Flash Floods
The missing persons have been identified as Sandeep Mahapatra and his wife, Sidharthi Kumari Sahu
Bhubaneswar Police Trains 200 New Sub-Inspectors in Night Blocking Operations
The Commissionerate Police in Bhubaneswar has provided specialised night-blockingtraining to nearly 200 newly inducted sub-inspectors who have successfully completed their probation. The training equips officers with practical skills in night patrolling, vehicle checks, drunk-driving detection using breath analysers, and crime prevention measures. Officials emphasised that the initiative is crucial to curb nighttime offences, including illegal [] The post Bhubaneswar Police Trains 200 New Sub-Inspectors in Night Blocking Operations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Who Owns the Mountains?
BMC Raids Jagamara Sweet Stall in Bhubaneswar, Seizes Adulterated Food
The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Food Safety Team conducted a surprise raid on a sweet stall in Jagamara on Wednesday, uncovering adulterated and stale food items. During the inspection, officials examined chhena-based products and various sweets, discovering substandard and contaminated food. The items were destroyed on the spot, and a fine was imposed on the [] The post BMC Raids Jagamara Sweet Stall in Bhubaneswar, Seizes Adulterated Food appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
The Odisha government has declined to accept the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena had submitted his resignation in July citing personal reasons. Meena clarified that his decision was taken after discussions with family and friends, stressing that there was no external [] The post Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenas Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meene
The Odisha government has declined to accept the resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena had submitted his resignation in July citing personal reasons. Meena clarified that his decision was taken after discussions with family and friends, stressing that there was no external [] The post Odisha Govt Rejects Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meenes Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
IMD forecasts widespread rain, thunderstorms across India till September 1
IMD forecasts widespread rainfall across several states till September 1, with heavy rain likely in parts of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and the Northeast
1 Kashmir-tested antibiotic among 199 samples flagged in CDSCOs July alert
Srinagar, Aug 26:A Cefpodoxime dispersible tablet sample tested through DTL, Dalgate Srinagar has failed description test, and is listed among the 199 flagged samples found Not of Standard Quality by Central Drugs Standards Control Organisation (CDSCO). The country-wide alert includes medicines, cosmetics and medical devices found NSQ or misbranded. One product, Diabetes All Powder has been declared spurious. The spurious drug sample tested at Chattrapati Sambhajinagar Lab in Maharashtra raises serious concerns about a formulation that was being sold for life-threatening disease diabetes. The CDSCO has a robust network of laboratories across states and UTs for ensuing quality healthcare formulations, disposables, devices and other items in healthcare. The batch of Cefpodoxime Dispersible Tablets Nexopod-100DT is an antibiotic sample reported by the Drug Testing Laboratory (DTL), Dalgate, Srinagar. It has been included among 199 drug, cosmetic and medical-device samples flagged by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) in its July 2026 State Drug Alert. The antibiotic sample was recorded as failing the Description test. The product Cefpodoxime Dispersible Tablets Nexopod -100DT, with batch number BL-033E25 is the NSQ sample listed. Its manufacturing date is listed as May-2025, while the expiry is Apr-2027. The manufacturer has been identified as Austin Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Antibiotics remain among the medicines routinely used across clinics and hospitals. The CDSCO's July alert covers a broad range of pharmaceutical and healthcare products, including antibiotics, antidiabetics, antihypertensives, analgesics, gastrointestinal medicines, cardiovascular drugs, corticosteroids, antiepileptics, vitamin and mineral preparations, including injections. It also lists medical devices and cosmetic products. The 199 samples have been flagged under different categories of quality and compliance failures, involving parameters such as assay, dissolution, disintegration, identification, description, pH, sterility, uniformity of weight, content of active ingredients and compliance with label claims. Many products have been classified as misbranded. The July list contains several other antibiotic formulations including Cefixime Dispersible Tablets IP. Many formulations of Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP, a commonly prescribed antibiotic combination have failed quality tests. A Levofloxacin Tablets IP 500 mgandCefpodoximeProxetil-Clavulanic Acid have also been listed as NSQ. Pantoprazole Tablets IP, manufactured by Finecure Pharmaceuticals, is among the products listed, alongside Methotrexate Tablets IP 7.5 mg manufactured by Macmillon Pharmaceuticals, Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP manufactured by Cureza Healthcare, Pregabalin Capsules IP 300 mg manufactured by Divine Medicare, Itraconazole 100 mg manufactured by MK Healthcare. The July alert also includes Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP. Failures extend to injections and topical medicines. Shockingly, Oxytocin Injection IP 5 IU/ml. The July 2026 State Drug Alert reflects quality-control findings reported by laboratories across multiple jurisdictions, including Punjab, Rajasthan, Odisha, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Chandigarh.
MMDR Amendment Act row: INDIA bloc announces Assembly gherao on Sept 29
Bhubaneswar, Aug 27 (IANS) Mounting their protest against the recently passed Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act-2026, (MMDR Act-2026), the INDIA bloc leaders in the state has announced a massive gherao of the Odisha Assembly on September 29. The decision was finalised during a joint meeting of the Opposition alliance held at Congress []
Flood disrupts PG spot admission plans, govt extends deadline till Sept 5
HC orders registration of Utkal Khadi Mandal land deed
Spl package likely to end 40-yr Golabandha relocation lockjam
Twin cities faithfuls celebrate Prophets birth anniversary
Raksha Bandhan Gift: Women To Ride AMA Buses Free Across Seven Odisha Cities
The fare-free facility will be available throughout the day in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Rourkela, Sambalpur, Berhampur and Kendujhar. CRUT expects nearly one lakh women commuters to benefit from the initiative.
Maoist dump unearthed in Malkangiri
Heavy rain in N Odisha till Sept 1: IMD
Odisha Chief Secretary pushes Deras Seafood Park towards full-scale, export-ready operations
Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Wednesday inspected the Deras Seafood Park and told officials and exporters that the cluster must move from partial occupancy to a fully operational marine food processing and value-addition hub. Investment, production and exports, she said, have to be tightened together if the park is to serve the States Blue [] The post Odisha Chief Secretary pushes Deras Seafood Park towards full-scale, export-ready operations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Ex-Padampur MLA Satya Bhusan Sahu dies at 74
Flash Floods Devastate Nepal: Hundreds of Indians Missing, Odisha Sets Up 24
A devastating flash flood tore through parts of Nepal on Wednesday, leaving chaos and uncertainty in its wake. Early reports indicate that hundreds of Indians remain unaccounted for in the affected regions, prompting swift action from Indian authorities. The Government of Odisha has moved quickly to support its citizens. A dedicated 247 Control Room has [] The post Flash Floods Devastate Nepal: Hundreds of Indians Missing, Odisha Sets Up 247 Help Desk appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Vigilance Arrests Former Principal for Embezzling
Bhubaneswar, August 26: Odisha Vigilance arrested the former principal of Dutikasahu College in the Rengali block of Sambalpur district on Wednesday. He is accused of embezzling 73.44 lakhs from government funds. The accused, Basant Kumar Naik, is currently serving as a Political Science lecturer at the same institution. According to the Vigilance Department, the alleged ... Read more Odisha Vigilance Arrests Former Principal for Embezzling 73.44 Lakhs
The Central Government is keeping a close watch on the unfolding crisis in Nepal after a sudden flash floodpossibly triggered by a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF)sent water levels surging in the Trishuli river near the Nepal-China border. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday evening spoke directly with the Chief Ministers of Bihar and [] The post Amit Shah Speaks to Bihar & UP CMs as Nepal Flash Floods Threaten Indian Borders appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha raises R&R assistance, but land losers seek fairer compensation
Revised assistance covers relocation, housing, farmland and maintenance until March 2028, but affected families say increases fail to reflect land values and livelihood loss
Conviction in theft case in 18 days
BJP to launch statewide seva campaign from Sept 17
Giant rakhis take shape for Puri temple deities
BJD Attacks BJP Over MMDR Amendment Act: Claims Odisha Losing Rs 12,000 Cr Yearly Mining Revenue
The Biju Janata Dal today launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led state and central governments, alleging that the party which rose to power in Odisha on the slogan of Odia Asmita is now systematically stripping the state of its mineral rights and revenue. At a press conference held at Sankha Bhawan, former minister and [] The post BJD Attacks BJP Over MMDR Amendment Act: Claims Odisha Losing Rs 12,000 Cr Yearly Mining Revenue appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
JSW Group puts Odisha battery plant on hold over LFP technology constraints
The JSW Group had signed a MoU with Odisha in February 2024 to establish an integrated electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facility in the state, with a proposed investment of 40,000 crore.
CRUT Rolls Out Free Ama Bus Travel for Women on Raksha Bandhan Across 7 Odisha Cities
In a heartwarming move timed perfectly with the festival of Raksha Bandhan, the Comprehensive Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has announced free travel for all women passengers on Ama Bus services on 27 August 2026. Following the direction of the Honble Chief Minister and under the guidance of Housing & Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra [] The post CRUT Rolls Out Free Ama Bus Travel for Women on Raksha Bandhan Across 7 Odisha Cities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Centre initiates process for privatisation of city airport
Bait bomb meant for wild boar kills bull near Chandaka sanctuary
Spl childrens rakhis report brisk sales
Man trampled to death by elephant in Keonjhar
Tourist bus rams into 2 cars on NH-16 in Balasore, 4 hurt
Sky Opens for Malkangiri: Direct Flights to Bhubaneswar Take Off Sept 3
Residents of Odishas remote border district of Malkangiri are set to witness a long-awaited milestone. Direct commercial flights connecting Malkangiri to the state capital Bhubaneswar will officially begin on 3 September, marking a historic leap in regional connectivity. For years, people from this far-flung district have dreamed of easier access to Bhubaneswar. That dream is [] The post Sky Opens for Malkangiri: Direct Flights to Bhubaneswar Take Off Sept 3 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Homeless man found murdered in Puri
Bali Yatra returns to historic upper ground after row
Track Upgrade Alert: Key Trains Cancelled
Commuters travelling between Cuttack, Bhadrak and beyond, take note. East Coast Railway is gearing up for a crucial safety-related modernisation project that will temporarily reshape train services over the coming days. In a bid to commission the third line on the KenduapadaBhadrakKataka section under the Khordha Road Division, railway authorities will carry out essential works [] The post Track Upgrade Alert: Key Trains Cancelled & Short-Terminated on Kataka-Bhadrak Route appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kondha girls NEET success faces a hurdle -- Rs 7L college fees
Farmers face huge losses as flood damages paddy crops
JPC chairperson Aparajita Sarangi calls for wider talks on disqualification bill
Minor Killed in Stabbing Over Card Game Dispute in Balangir
A shocking incident has been reported from Roath village under Agalpur police limits, where a 14yearold boy was killed by another minor following a quarrel during a card game. The deceased has been identified as Sahil Patel, son of Ramesh Patel of Roath village. According to reports, Sahil and his friends, including Kunal Bariha, were [] The post Minor Killed in Stabbing Over Card Game Dispute in Balangir appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Man Arrested for Killing Father
A shocking incident of domestic violence escalating into murder has been reported from Lalapada under Mahulchapal village, Bamara block, Sambalpur district. According to police, Anthony Kisan (35) allegedly attacked his fatherinlaw Kalo Kachhap (58) with a sharp weapon late Tuesday night, killing him on the spot. The incident followed a quarrel between Anthony and his [] The post Man Arrested for Killing FatherinLaw in Sambalpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Security Forces Unearth Maoist Dump In Malkangiri Forests
Country-made guns, tiffin bombs, cable mines and IEDs recovered along Odisha-Chhattisgarh border
Sukesh Chandrasekhar Convicted for Impersonating Supreme Court Judge
A Delhi court has convicted Sukesh Chandrasekhar for impersonating a Supreme Court judge and attempting to pressure a judicial officer to grant him bail. Chief Judicial Magistrate Harshita Mishra of the Tis Hazari Courts found Chandrasekhar guilty under IPC Sections 170, 189 and 507, relating to impersonation of a public servant, threatening a public servant, [] The post Sukesh Chandrasekhar Convicted for Impersonating Supreme Court Judge appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
OAV Titia Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Warden, Assistant Cook and More Posts
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Titia (OAV Titia) Recruitment 2026 for 5 posts of Support Staff for Boys' Hostel. Candidates with B.A. / B.Sc, 12th Can Apply Offline. The last date to apply offline is 12-09-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through OAV Titia official website.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday spoke to Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah and assured Indias full support as devastating flash floods struck Nepal, leaving at least eight people dead and 105 Indians reportedly missing. Modi expressed condolences over the loss of lives and said India stands in solidarity with the people of Nepal during [] The post Nepal Floods: PM Modi speaks to Balen Shah, assures all possible assistance as 8 dead, 105 Indians missing appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
OAV Sarifpur Assistant Cook Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sarifpur (OAV Sarifpur) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Assistant Cook post. The application process will be conducted offline up to 09 September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, puri.odisha.gov.in.
Kataka Bali Yatra 2026 to Be Held Nov
The historic Bali Yatra will be celebrated in Kataka from November24 to December1, 2026, Collector Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde announced today. The district administration has proposed to the state government to host the annual fair at both the upper and lower grounds of the Bali Yatra venue, pending final approval. Plans include expanded parking facilities to [] The post Kataka Bali Yatra 2026 to Be Held Nov24Dec1 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Showcases Chemicals Potential at Delhi CEO Roundtable
Odisha showcased its investment potential in chemicals, petrochemicals and allied sectors at the Global CEO Roundtable on Indias Chemicals Sector: Charting the Path to USD1 Trillion by 2040, held at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital. The event was convened by the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals and Invest India, chaired by Union Minister JP [] The post Odisha Showcases Chemicals Potential at Delhi CEO Roundtable appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Yashs much-awaited action drama Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has opened to mixed-to-negative critical response, with the film facing criticism for its lengthy runtime, excessive violence and lack of a compelling narrative. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film stars Yash in dual roles alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth. [] The post Toxic Movie Review: Yashs Action Drama Fails to Deliver a Compelling Story! appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
The body of a ClassVIII student was recovered from a drain behind Gumuda Government High School under Borigumma block in Koraput district on Wednesday, three days after he went missing from the school hostel. The deceased, identified as Gurunath of MaradaMaliguda village under Haradagudapanchayat, was staying in the hostel managed by the ST&SCDevelopment Department. His [] The post Missing ClassVIII Student Found Dead in Drain Behind Koraput School appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India opens conventional missile production to private sector, targets 1500-km strike range
India is expanding private-sector participation in conventional missile manufacturing, with the government now looking at domestic production of systems capable of striking targets at ranges of up to 1,500 km. The move follows Defence Minister Rajnath Singhs decision to allow Indian private companies to manufacture conventional missiles using technologies developed by the Defence Research and [] The post India opens conventional missile production to private sector, targets 1500-km strike range appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nepal Floods: 105 Indians Missing After Flash Flood Near Tibet Border
A massive flash flood triggered by heavy rains near the NepalChina border has left at least nine people dead and over 105 Indians missing, according to reports from Reuters and the Nepal Tourism Board. The floodwaters, originating from the Tibetan side of the BhoteKoshi River, swept through Nuwakot and Dhading districts, washing away homes, roads, [] The post Nepal Floods: 105 Indians Missing After Flash Flood Near Tibet Border appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Man in Delhi court custody for ex-girlfriend's murder in US
A Delhi court has taken into custody Arjun Sharma, a man wanted in connection with the alleged murder of his former girlfriend, Nikitha Godishala, in the United States. Sharma was arrested on non-bailable warrants as part of an extradition request under the India-US Extradition Treaty.
INDIA bloc protests MMDR Bill in Odisha, BJP hits back
The INDIA bloc intensified its opposition to the MMDR Amendment Bill in Odisha with a torchlight protest in Bhubaneswar, accusing the BJP of weakening the states control over mineral resources
Kendujhar Ex-Junior Clerk Gets 2-Yr RI in Corruption Case
The Special Judge, Vigilance, Kendujhar, today convicted Sangram Pattnaik, ExJunior Clerk of Padmapur CHC, Kendujhar, presently serving as Senior Clerk at Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar, in a corruption case. Pattnaik was chargesheeted by Odisha Vigilance under Section 13(2) read with 13(1)(c)(d) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, along with IPC Sections 409, 477A, 435, and [] The post Kendujhar Ex-Junior Clerk Gets 2-Yr RI in Corruption Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Deputy Collector Sourabh Kumar Bisi Appointed Komna Tehsildar
Deputy Collector Sourabh Kumar Bisi has been assigned the responsibility of Tehsildar, Komna, following administrative orders issued today. He will formally assume charge of the Tehsil office. The appointment comes at a crucial time, as allegations of irregularities and forgery in land transactions have recently surfaced in Komna. The new Tehsildars primary responsibilities will include [] The post Deputy Collector Sourabh Kumar Bisi Appointed Komna Tehsildar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Raids under way to trace Odisha police ex-Inspector-in-Charge Sujit Kumar Das accused in rape case
Second Lunar Eclipse of 2026 on August
The second lunar eclipse of 2026 will occur on August28, but it will not be visible from India, including Odisha. Astronomers explain that a lunar eclipse happens when the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the lunar surface. This phenomenon can only occur on a full moon night. [] The post Second Lunar Eclipse of 2026 on August28; Not Visible in India appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Hirakud Discharges Water Through 16 Gates, All Rivers Flowing Below Danger Mark
The Water Resources Department has confirmed that Odisha is not facing any flood situation at present, with all major rivers flowing below danger levels. Chief Engineer Dilip Raut told reporters that the Baitarani, Brahmani, and Salandi rivers are flowing below warning levels, easing concerns of flooding. He assured that there is no threat of flood [] The post Hirakud Discharges Water Through 16 Gates, All Rivers Flowing Below Danger Mark appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Iranian Assassination Plot Targeted Israeli PM
YairNetanyahu, son of Israeli Prime Minister BenjaminNetanyahu, was reportedly the target of an Iranian assassination plot while staying in South Florida, prompting Israeli authorities to instruct him to leave the United States immediately. According to reports from Newsmax and TheJerusalemPost, Israeli intelligence learned of the plot in December last year, discovering that Iranian operatives were [] The post Iranian Assassination Plot Targeted Israeli PMs Son YairNetanyahu in Florida appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha: Cow vigilantes force couple to kneel, chant Jai Shri Ram
Bhubaneswar: A Muslim couple in Odishas capital, Bhubaneswar, was forced to kneel and chant Jai Shri Ram and Jai Gau Mata after a group of self-proclaimed cow vigilantes alleged they were carrying beef. Although the incident took place on August 19, its video surfaced on social media on August 23. The couple was harassed and 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 .
No Shortage of Relief Material, Assures SRC as Odisha Flood Response Continues
Floods triggered by incessant rainfall have impacted more than 13.5 lakh people across 10 districts of Odisha since August13, even as the overall situation remains under control. Authorities are keeping Kendrapada, Bhadrak, and Jajpur under close watch due to rising river levels and breaches. According to the Special Relief Commissioners (SRC) latest report, 91 blocks, [] The post No Shortage of Relief Material, Assures SRC as Odisha Flood Response Continues appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Puri Shankaracharya Demands Ban on Animated Film Depicting Lord Jagannath
A major controversy has erupted over an upcoming animated film on LordJagannath, with Shankaracharya of Puris GovardhanPeeth calling for a total ban on its release and broadcast. In a detailed letter to GajapatiMaharajaDibyasinghaDeb, the Shankaracharya expressed grave concern that the film destroys the tradition, culture, and philosophy (tattwa) of ShreeJagannath. He alleged that the deity [] The post Puri Shankaracharya Demands Ban on Animated Film Depicting Lord Jagannath appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha boy, 14, fights off wild boar in canal; rescued after fierce struggle
Odisha boy fights off wild boar in canal rescued after fierce struggle
Odisha Revenue Dept Orders Strict Vigil on Land Registration After Nuapada Fraud
The Odisha government has directed all district administrations to maintain strict vigilance and transparency in land registration processes across the state. The move follows a major forgery case reported from Nuapada district. In a communication to Collectors, Additional Chief Secretary DrArabindaKumarPadhee of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department emphasised the need for technologydriven systems to [] The post Odisha Revenue Dept Orders Strict Vigil on Land Registration After Nuapada Fraud appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Murder Accused Escapes from Sundaragada Hospital, Police Launch Search
A murder accused lodged in Sundaragada Jail escaped from the District Headquarters Hospital while undergoing treatment today, sparking a massive search operation. The accused, identified as Tekchand Behera, had been admitted to the surgery ward on Tuesday after developing health complications. He was brought from jail for medical care. Preliminary reports suggest Behera slipped away [] The post Murder Accused Escapes from Sundaragada Hospital, Police Launch Search appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Lifeboat Found, 22 Crew Still Missing After Cargo Ship Sinks in Bay of Bengal
Four days after the Panamaflagged cargo vessel MV Ocean Winner sank in the Bay of Bengal, search teams have located a lifeboat bearing the ships name, but there is still no trace of the vessel or its 22 missing crew members. The lifeboat was found during a joint operation by the Indian Coast Guards Maritime [] The post Lifeboat Found, 22 Crew Still Missing After Cargo Ship Sinks in Bay of Bengal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
20 Rebel TMC MPs Get Lok Sabha Notices Over Disqualification Plea
The Lok Sabha Secretariat has issued notices to 20 rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs over petitions filed by party leader Abhishek Banerjee seeking their disqualification under the anti-defection law. The MPs have been asked to submit their comments within seven days of receiving the notices. The development comes amid an ongoing legal and political dispute [] The post 20 Rebel TMC MPs Get Lok Sabha Notices Over Disqualification Plea appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Ganja Worth Rs 1 Cr Seized in Malkangiri
Kalimela police seized 1,025 kilograms of ganja valued at more than Rs 1.02 crore during a patrol near MV73 village under Kangurukonda panchayat. The contraband was reportedly stockpiled for smuggling into neighbouring states including Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. Police sources said traffickers fled the spot after receiving advance information about the [] The post Ganja Worth Rs 1 Cr Seized in Malkangiri appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
15 Newborns Killed in Devastating Blaze at Islamabad
At least 15 newborns were killed after a devastating fire broke out in the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital in Islamabad early Wednesday morning. The blaze erupted in the gynaecology wards nursery, reportedly triggered by an airconditioner compressor explosion around 6:45AM. Rescue officials told GeoNews that only one infant survived, while 14 were [] The post 15 Newborns Killed in Devastating Blaze at Islamabads PIMS Hospital appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nuapada Land Fraud Row: Two Revenue Officials Suspended as Probe Intensifies
The alleged fraudulent sale and registration of 4.40 acres of land in Chandopala mouza under Komna tehsil has taken a serious turn, with two revenue officials now facing suspension. After Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) Ramanath Mishra was suspended earlier, the Odisha government has now suspended Komna Tahsildar and ex-officio Sub-Registrar Sarveshwar Jala in connection with [] The post Nuapada Land Fraud Row: Two Revenue Officials Suspended as Probe Intensifies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha fire service rolls out Agni Saathi virtual guide
Nurse Found Hanging Inside Rented House in Sundaragada
A 23yearold woman was found hanging inside her rented house in the ShriRamNagar area in Sundaragada district. The deceased, identified as SushmitaTirkey of Subdega locality, was working as a nurse at ShantiLataHospital. Preliminary information suggests she may have taken her own life by hanging herself with a scarf. Town police reached the spot soon after [] The post Nurse Found Hanging Inside Rented House in Sundaragada appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Roger Federer Gets the Arthur Ashe Farewell He Never Had as New York Welcomes Tennis Icon Back
Roger Federer received the farewell moment he never had as a professional tennis player when the US Opens Arthur Ashe Stadium lit up in his honour during Fan Week on Wednesday. Six years after his last appearance at the venue, the Swiss tennis legend returned for a pair of exhibition matches before being celebrated with [] The post Roger Federer Gets the Arthur Ashe Farewell He Never Had as New York Welcomes Tennis Icon Back appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Nuapada Imposes Heavy Vehicle Restrictions During Peak Hours
The Nuapada district administration has enforced a strict No Entry rule for heavy goods vehicles on National Highway-353 and Biju Expressway. The restriction, effective daily from 7 AM to 1 PM and again from 3 PM to 7 PM, aims to ensure smooth passage for schoolchildren and commuters in Khariar Road, Nuapada, and Khariar NAC [] The post Nuapada Imposes Heavy Vehicle Restrictions During Peak Hours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Toxic Movie Review and Release: Yash Film Opens to Massive Response
Yash has finally returned to the big screen after a four-year gap with Toxic, his first release since the blockbuster KGF franchise. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the action drama has opened across India in Kannada, English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. The film, which also stars Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Rukmini Vasanth and Huma Qureshi, [] The post Toxic Movie Review and Release: Yash Film Opens to Massive Response appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has voiced his opposition to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwats planned address at Madison Square Garden, saying the organisations vision of India conflicts with his understanding of the country as a pluralistic and secular society. Bhagwat is scheduled to address around 5,000 members of the Indian diaspora [] The post Mamdani Opposes Mohan Bhagwats NYC Event, Says RSS Vision Clashes With Pluralist India appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Komna Tehsildar Suspended Over Alleged Irregularities in Rs 68 Lakh Land Deal
The Odisha government has suspended Komna Tehsildar-cum-Ex-Officio Sub-Registrar Sarbeswar Jala with immediate effect following allegations of irregularities in a land transaction in Nuapada district. The Revenue and Disaster Management Department issued the suspension order on August 25. The action was taken under Rule 12(1)(a) of the Odisha Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1962, [] The post Komna Tehsildar Suspended Over Alleged Irregularities in Rs 68 Lakh Land Deal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
India has announced its senior mens and womens rugby sevens squads for the opening round of the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2026, which will be held in Suzhou, China, on August 29 and 30. The two-round continental competition features 24 leading mens and womens national teams from across Asia. After the opening round in [] The post India Names Senior Mens And Womens Rugby Teams For Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Reliance explores aluminium entry as Adani lines up $11.5 billion bet: Report
Reliance Industries is reportedly considering a foray into aluminium production. This potential venture could harmoniously align its upcoming coal gasification initiatives with metal manufacturing processes. The company has already acquired tender documents for a substantial bauxite block in Odisha. Meanwhile, it is progressing on a coal gasification project in Andhra Pradesh, paving the way for a cohesive link between these operations.
Cost of being parentless: Odisha rights panel orders probe into wrong parents names in certificates
A parentless student finds difficulties in his academic journey and life as different imaginary parents names were recorded by child care institutes (orphanages). The mismatch deprives him of government assistance
