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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 .

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 .

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

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 New

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve wars and conflicts, saying there is no solution on the battlefield as he addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Speaking at the summit in the presence of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Pakistan Prime [] The post PM Modi at SCO Summit: No solution on battlefield, calls for united fight against terrorism appeared first on Pragativadi

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

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 Lat

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 En

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 .

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, has announced his retirement from international football, closing a glorious chapter in Argentinas sporting history. The decision came just two days after Argentinas defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, a loss that left millions of fans heartbroken. [] The post Lionel Messi Retires from International Football After World Cup Defeat and Fathers Death appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in En

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 Praga

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 appeare

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 Break

A 7-year-old girl who vanished from Kataka Railway Station on Saturday afternoon has been safely identified and reunited after a swift, multi-agency operation by Bhubaneswar-Kataka Commissionerate Police. The accused, who tried to disappear by changing clothes and shaving his beard and moustache, was arrested at Balikuda Railway Station. On 29 August 2026 at about 2:30 [] The post Kataka Police Rescue 7-Year-Old Girl; Kidnapper Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

A controversy has erupted in Malkangiri districts Mathili office of the Women and Child Development Department, after allegations surfaced that an Anganwadi worker was humiliated and asked to apologise by folding her hands during a training programme. According to reports, Anganwadi worker Radhamani Nayak from Kaliaguda sector attended a training session on August29. When health [] The post Malkangiri Anganwadi Worker Alleges Humiliation, Probe Demanded appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

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 Odi

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 P

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 Lates

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 For

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 Septem

Indias food regulator has moved against two of the countrys best-known spice names after laboratory tests found their compounded hing well below the legal standard. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) today issued a Prohibition of Sale order covering compounded hing, or compounded asafoetida, made by M/s Everest Food Products Private Limited [] The post FSSAI Halts Sale of Compounded Hing From Everest and LG After Quality Tests Fail appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

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

In a significant step towards strengthening Odishas irrigation infrastructure, a high-level review meeting on the overall progress of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)-assisted Rengali Irrigation Project Phase II was held today under the chairmanship of Shubha Sharma, Principal Secretary, Water Resources Department. The meeting conducted a detailed assessment of the projects physical and [] The post JICA-Assisted Rengali Irrigation Project Phase-II Undergoes Progress Review appe

What could have turned into a major tragedy was averted by sheer luck on Sunday afternoon when a passenger bus lost control and overturned near the Tangi Tollgate. The bus named Shri Ganesh, travelling from Jajpur to Bhubaneswar with around 45 passengers on board, skidded off the road and toppled onto its side just before [] The post Narrow Escape Near Tangi Tollgate: Speeding Bus Overturns, Several Injured, Driver Flees appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking Ne

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, accompanied by MP Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo and Nivritti Lakshyaraj Mewar, visited the International Rice Research Institutes regional centre (ISARC) in Varanasi on August 20, underscoring Odishas commitment to agricultural innovation and sustainable ricebased agrifood systems. During the visit, Singh Deo toured ISARCs advanced research facilities including [] The post Dy CM KV Singh Deo Highlights AgriInnovation During ISARC Visit appeared f

Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati inaugurated the First International Official Language Annual ConferenceOdisha 2026 on Friday, stressing that Hindi must evolve with time and connect with the aspirations of the younger generation. He underlined the importance of transforming Hindi into a language of modern knowledge, technology, and innovation, ensuring its relevance for future generations [] The post Odisha Guv Stresses Need to Make Hindi a Language of Modern Knowledge and Technology app

Former Madhya Pradesh police officer Vivek Singh Chouhan is set to receive the Presidents Medal for Gallantry for his role in a 2003 anti-dacoit operation, after the Centre informed the Supreme Court that the award has received presidential approval. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta on Friday [] The post Former Cop To Get Presidents Gallantry Medal After 23-year Wait; Centre Tells SC appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Englis

Odisha Vigilance on Thursday intercepted and arrested Muralidhar Urmal, OAS, Tahasildar-cum-Sub-Registrar of Lathikata in Sundaragada district, after recovering suspected ill-gotten cash of Rs 5 lakh from his possession. He was produced before the Special Judge, Vigilance, Sundaragada, on Friday. A case (Rourkela Vigilance PS Case No. 9 dated 20.08.2026) has been registered against him under [] The post Odisha Vigilance Arrests Lathikata Tahasildar in Interception Case appeared first on Pragativ

Indian sugar prices have surged around 10% over the past month, reaching record levels as supplies tighten and demand picks up ahead of the festive season. The sharp rise has also put sugar stocks back in the spotlight, with investors betting that stronger sugar realisations could improve the profitability of mills. Shares of companies including [] The post Sugar Stocks Rally as Prices Hit Record Highs: Is Indias Sugar Supply Getting Too Tight? appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

The Odisha Home Department on Friday issued a notification transferring and posting six Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to new positions across the state. According to Notification No. 30518/IPS dated August 21, 2026, the following officers have been transferred with immediate effect: Himansu Kumar Lal, IPS (RR-2003) Presently IG of Police, Northern Range, Sambalpur, has [] The post Odisha Issues Transfer Orders for Six IPS Officers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Legendary Odia playback singer Pranab Patnaik was accorded a Guard of Honour at his Bhubaneswar residence on Friday, as the state paid its final respects to one of its most iconic voices. Patnaik, who passed away at the age of 88, was remembered as an immortal talent whose melodious voice enriched Odia music for over [] The post Legendary Odia Singer Pranab Patnaik Accorded Guard of Honour appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia has called for fans to boycott the upcoming India-Brazil friendly in Kolkata, questioning the reported 50-70 crore expenditure on a single 90-minute match. India are scheduled to face five-time world champions Brazil at Kolkatas Salt Lake Stadium on October 3. While the high-profile fixture has generated considerable excitement among football [] The post Bhaichung Bhutia Urges Fans To Boycott India-Brazil Match, Questions Rs 70 Crore Spend appeared first on

Insidious: Out of the Further review: The latest chapter in the horror franchise relies more on atmosphere, sound design and psychological tension than an endless barrage of jump scares. Amelia Eve leads the film as Gemma, a mother whose connection to The Further puts her and her daughter in danger. The Insidious franchise returns with [] The post Insidious: Out of the Further Review: Atmospheric Horror Delivers Chills Without Overdoing Jump Scares appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N

In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing row over alleged police brutality against student protesters, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi staged a sit-in (dharna) outside the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) office at the Parliament Street Police Station in New Delhi on Friday. Gandhi was accompanied by 19-year-old student Sahil Lochab [] The post Rahul Gandhi Sits on Dharna Outside Delhi Police Station over Pellet Gun Row appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Hirakud Dam authorities closed four more sluice gates on Friday. Following the closure, a total of 11 sluice gates will remain open 7 on the left and 4 on the right. As per the latest update, the present outflow from the reservoir is 2,07,141 cusecs, while the present spillway discharge is 1,73,613 cusecs. [] The post Four More Gates of Hirakud Dam Closed; Water Level Falls, Outflow at 2.07 Lakh Cusecs appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Friday said the fifth instalment of the flagship Subhadra Yojana will be distributed on August 28, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Rakhi Purnima, at Nayagada. Participating in a preparation review meeting organised in this connection, the Deputy Chief Minister discussed all readiness measures for the smooth release [] The post Subhadra Yojana 5th Instalment to Be Distributed on August 28 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

On the eve of World Entrepreneurs Day 2026, the Research and Entrepreneurship Park (REP) of IIT Bhubaneswar hosted an inspiring interaction with Madan Mohan Mohanka, Chairman of Tega Industries Limited, focusing on perseverance, risktaking, and purpose in entrepreneurship. Welcoming Mohanka, Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar, Director, IIT Bhubaneswar, emphasised the Institutes vision of nurturing students as future [] The post IIT Bhubaneswar Celebrates World Entrepreneurs Day with Industry Insights app

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday attended the birth centenary celebrations of Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati at Gurujang near Talcher in Anugola district and announced that the village would be developed as a Heritage Village while Gurujang Panchayat would be made a Model Panchayat. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister described Swami Laxmanananda as [] The post Odisha CM Declares Gurujang Heritage Village and Model Panchayat at Swami Laxmananandas Birth Centenary appeare

Food Safety officials seized and destroyed 100 kg of loose paneer (chenna) in Bhubaneswars Unit4 area after it failed preliminary adulteration tests. Officials confirmed that 12 paneer samples from local outlets were found suspicious during spot testing and have been sent for further examination. The raids are part of intensified enforcement drives across the twin [] The post Food Safety Raids Seize 100 Kg Loose Paneer in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

The flood situation in Odisha remains under continuous monitoring, with relief, rescue, and restoration operations ongoing across affected districts. According to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC), floods have impacted 13,44,698 people in seven districts Baleshwar, Mayurbhanj, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendujhar, Kendrapada, and Sundaragada. The deluge has affected 76 blocks, 505 gram panchayats, 1,703 villages, [] The post Odisha Floods: 13 Lakh Affected, 4.87 Lakh Evacuated to Relief Shelter

The Odisha Vigilance Department has unearthed more assets belonging to Muralidhar Urmal, TahasildarcumSub Registrar of Lathikata, raising the total cash seizure to Rs 10.74 lakh. On Thursday, Vigilance officials intercepted Urmal near Rajabasa Chhak in Lathikata, recovering Rs 5 lakh in cash from his possession. As he failed to explain the source, the amount along [] The post Odisha Vigilance Seizes Rs 10.74 Lakh Cash, Assets from Lathikata Tahasildar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odish

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has cancelled the United States leg of his ongoing two-nation visit after the Centre denied political clearance for his proposed trip. Reddy, who is currently in the United Kingdom, is expected to return to Hyderabad from London on Sunday. His US itinerary was focused largely on exploring partnerships with leading [] The post Revanth Reddy Cancels US Visit After Centre Denies Political Clearance appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for heavy rain in three districts of Odisha Mayurbhanj, Kendujhar, and Sundaragada as wet weather continues to grip the state. Officials said several parts of these districts are likely to witness intense rainfall, while 11 districts including Ganjam, Gajapati, Nayagada, Khordha, Puri, and [] The post Thunderstorm, Gusty Winds Likely in Coastal and Northern Odisha in Next 5 Days appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Eminent Odia playback singer Pranab Patnaik passed away on Friday at the age of 88, breathing his last at his residence in Bhubaneswar. Patnaik was a popular name in the Odia music industry, having lent his voice to numerous hit songs that remain cherished by audiences across generations. His contribution to Odia music made him [] The post Veteran Odia Singer Pranab Patnaik Passes Away at 88 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Days after the violent clashes at Master Canteen Square, Online Auto Association President Dinabandhu Nayak has broken his silence, issuing a public apology through a 14minute video message. In the video, Nayak expressed deep regret over the incident, saying he was deeply saddened by the inconvenience and disruption caused to the public. He offered an [] The post Online Auto Association President Apologises for Master Canteen Violence appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

The Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) has inaugurated its Centre of Excellence on Artificial Intelligence, marking a major stride in advancing AIdriven learning and innovation. Held on August19, the event brought together over 400 participants, including students, faculty, and industry experts, under the vision Learn. Build. Deploy. Innovate. Advisory board members Neeraj Gehani (Dunnhumby), [] The post BIMTECH Inaugurates Centre of Excellence on AI, Fostering Innovation and Lea

Authorities in Bhadrak and Jajpur districts have ordered the closure of 518 schools today amid worsening flood conditions. The Bhadrak Collector suspended academic and nonacademic activities in 205 schools across four blocks Bhadrak, Tihidi, Dhamnagar and Chandbali. Additionally, 265 Anganwadi Centres in the district will remain closed. Officials cited incessant rainfall, waterlogging, and ongoing [] The post Odisha Floods Disrupt Education: 518 Schools Shut in Two Districts appeared first on P

The Hirakud Dam authorities closed two sluice gates on Friday morning following a falling trend in the reservoir level. As per the 9 AM update, the water level stood at 621.50 feet, showing a downward trend. Currently, 15 gates remain operational 10 on the left spillway and 5 on the right. Officials reported an [] The post Two Gates of Hirakud Dam Closed as Water Level Falls appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odishas floodhit districts are witnessing not just displacement and hunger, but also shocking incidents where families have struggled to perform the last rites of their loved ones. In Jajpurs Chintasahi village under Bari panchayat, the body of 60yearold Hrushikesh Mallik remained on the rooftop of his submerged house for nearly 18 hours. Rising waters from [] The post Floods and Feuds Leave Odisha Families Unable to Perform Last Rites appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Englis