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Thousands of postgraduate aspirants across Odisha now have a short but crucial window to challenge their provisional marks in the Common PG Entrance Test (CPET)-2026. The Higher Education Department has opened the gates for online objections, ensuring every deserving candidate gets a fair shot at admission to coveted PG and teacher education programmes. The provisional [] The post CPET-2026 Aspirants Alert! Submit Objections to Provisional Marks Last Date July 13 appeared first on Pragativadi I

In a firm stand to protect the sanctity of one of Hinduisms most revered festivals, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration has strongly opposed the proposed Adinia Rath Yatra scheduled for July 10 in Rajasthans Sikar district. Puri District Collector and Srimandir Deputy Chief Administrator Dibyajyoti Parida has written an official letter to Sikar District Collector [] The post SJTA Urges Rajasthan Admn to Stop Untimely Rath Yatra on July 10 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Police in Gariaband district, Chhattisgarh, seized one quintal and two kilograms of ganja during a special operation near Jhoriabahara village. Acting on intelligence, Mainpur police set up a checkpoint along the OdishaChhattisgarh border. Officers intercepted a luxury white car and discovered the massive consignment hidden inside. Police arrested Aryan Malviya and Abhishek Mehaskar, both residents [] The post Police Seize One Quintal Ganja Near OdishaChhattisgarh Border, Two Held appeared first

FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina has strongly defended the integrity of World Cup match officials after Egypt accused referee Francois Letexier of favouring Argentina during their controversial Round of 16 clash. The remarks come after the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) reportedly lodged an official complaint with FIFA, questioning several refereeing decisions in Argentinas dramatic 3-2 [] The post FIFA Refereeing Chief Rejects Bias Claims After Argentina-Egypt VAR Controversy at Wor

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly celebrated his 54th birthday with one of the biggest honours of his illustrious cricket career after being inducted into the International Cricket Council Hall of Fame. Sharing the news on social media, Ganguly expressed his gratitude to the ICC and its chairman, Jay Shah, for recognising his contribution to world [] The post Sourav Ganguly Inducted into ICC Hall of Fame on 54th Birthday, Thanks Jay Shah for Prestigious Honour appeared first on Pragativadi I L

In a significant development for diabetes care, Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has launched Awiqli, a once-weekly basal insulin injection for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus in India. With the launch, India becomes the seventh country globally to introduce the therapy. Awiqli is designed to replace the need for a daily [] The post India Launches Once-Weekly Insulin Injection Awiqli for Adults With Diabetes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

Police in Jaipur uncovered a shocking murder conspiracy involving 24-year-old Ayushi Sharma, who allegedly hired contract killers to eliminate her mother, Neeraj Sharma, for a government job and family property. Investigators revealed that Ayushi grew enraged after Neeraj accepted a compassionate government appointment following her husbands death, instead of allowing her daughter to take the [] The post Jaipur Woman Hires Contract Killers to Murder Mother for Govt Job appeared first on Pragativ

Odisha Vigilance arrested Rabindra Kumar Nayak, Forest Ranger of Kendrapada Forest Range, for possessing disproportionate assets far beyond his known sources of income. He will be produced before the Court of Special Judge, Vigilance, Cuttack today. During extensive searches, Vigilance teams uncovered assets including two buildingsone a palatial four-storeyed structure covering 7038 sq ft, six [] The post Odisha Vigilance Arrests Kendrapada Forest Ranger in DA Case appeared first on Pragativadi

Authorities opened floodgates of Hirakud Dam in Sambalpur today, releasing the seasons first floodwater through Gate No. 7 under the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida. Officials confirmed that four gates discharged water, with three on the left side and one on the right side. The release marked the beginning of flood management operations [] The post Hirakud Dam Opens Gates, Releases First Floodwater appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

India and Australia have taken a major step towards deepening their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announcing a series of agreements covering uranium supply, defence cooperation, maritime security, trade, energy and critical technologies. The announcements were made after the Third Australia-India Annual Summit, where both leaders [] The post PM Modi, Albanese Seal Uranium Supply Pact, Defence Deals to Strengt

Odishas Transport Commissioner has directed all Regional Transport Officers to launch strict enforcement against vehicles repeatedly detected without valid Fitness Certificates at toll plazas across the state. The directive, issued on July 6, 2026, follows alarming data from the e-Detection portal showing 43,696 challan records for vehicles operating without valid certificates between April and June [] The post Odisha Transport Commissioner Orders Crackdown on Vehicles Without Fitness Certificat

Puri Police detained a youth from Kolkata for flying a drone over the Shree Jagannath Temple early Thursday morning, reinforcing strict security measures around the sacred site. At around 5:30 a.m., temple security teams spotted a drone hovering near the temple premises. Acting immediately, a special police team formed under the direction of Puri SP [] The post Kolkata Youth Detained for Illegal Drone Flight Over Shree Mandir appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan arrived at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar on Thursday for a one-day visit to Odisha. During his visit, he will participate in several official programmes across the state. A key highlight of the visit is the launch of the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission Document at the Odisha University of [] The post Vice President CP Radhakrishnan Arrives in Bhubaneswar for One-Day Odisha Visit appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

ISKCON rejected Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Debs appeal on Ratha Yatra dates, declaring the discussion closed and refusing alignment with traditional Odia customs. On July 7, 2026, ISKCON Chairman Madhusevita Dasa sent a firm reply to the Gajapati Maharaj. He categorically dismissed the request and ended the exchange with a final statement: There is no more [] The post ISKCON Rejects Gajapati Maharajas Plea on Ratha Yatra Dates appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Br

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain, thunderstorm and lightning alerts for several districts in Odisha as the southwest monsoon continues to remain active over the state. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar, weather conditions are expected to remain favourable for rainfall and thunderstorm activity across several regions until July 12. Thunderstorm Alert [] The post IMD Forecasts Rain, Thunderstorms and Lightning in Several Odisha Districts Till Jul

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has expressed surprise at Shreyas Iyers blunt assessment of Indias batting after another T20I defeat to England, saying it is unusual for a captain to criticise his own batting unit so publicly. Indias recent struggles have intensified pressure on Iyer, who is still searching for his first victory since taking [] The post Dinesh Karthik Questions Shreyas Iyers Harsh Criticism of Indias Batting After England Defeat appeared first on Pragativadi I La

France head coach Didier Deschamps has dismissed concerns over FIFAs decision to appoint an all-Argentine officiating team for his sides 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco. Ahead of the blockbuster clash, Deschamps said Frances focus remains firmly on the opposition rather than the match officials. Our Opponent Is Morocco, Not the Referee Speaking before [] The post Deschamps Unfazed by FIFAs All-Argentine Referee Panel for France vs Morocco appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

In a significant step towards deeper coordination between neighbouring states, Odishas Minister for Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare, Krushna Chandra Patra, is on a two-day official visit to Kolkata. This afternoon, Minister Patra held detailed discussions with his West Bengal counterpart, Ashok Kirtania, at the Food Bhawan in Kolkata. The meeting focused on protecting the [] The post Odisha Food Supplies Ministers Kolkata Visit Strengthens Inter-State Ties with West Bengal appeared first on P

In a decisive step to manage massive crowds and prioritise devotee safety, the Odisha government has slashed the number of cordon passes for the upcoming Rath Yatra by half compared to last year. Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan made the announcement, stating that the decision was taken on the direct instructions of Chief Minister Mohan Majhi. [] The post Odisha Halves Cordon Passes for Rath Yatra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a move that could finally bring long-awaited relief and job security to thousands of contractual and ad-hoc employees across Odisha, the state government has constituted a powerful high-level committee to examine the policy framework and legal position governing their regularisation. The General Administration & Public Grievance Department issued the official order on July 6, [] The post Odisha Forms High-Level Panel to Examine Regularisation of Contractual and Ad-Hoc Employees appeared first

The Odisha government is all set to roll out the much-awaited Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, popularly known as the PESA Act, with the key proposal expected to come up for approval in the crucial Cabinet meeting scheduled for July 15. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will chair the high-level meeting, which is also [] The post Odisha Gears Up to Implement Landmark PESA Act: Proposal to Be Tabled in July 15 Cabinet Meeting appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

In a bold and transformative step that promises to reshape the future of education in Odisha, the state government has launched the Gyanodaya Shikshya Ru Samruddhi initiative. This landmark welfare scheme will provide free education from Kindergarten (KG) to Postgraduate (PG) levels in eligible government and aided institutions across the state. The move, approved [] The post Odisha Launches Gyanodaya Shikshya Ru Samruddhi: Free KG to PG Education, Admission Fees Waived from 2026-27 appeared f

With road accidents claiming precious lives every day due to speeding, helmet violations, traffic rule breaches, and drunk driving, the Odisha government is taking decisive steps to make the states roads safer. In a significant move, Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan chaired the first preparatory meeting today in Bhubaneswar for an upcoming two-day [] The post Odisha Prepares for Two-Day Road Safety Workshop to Reduce Accidents appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha Ne

In a high-stakes meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan today, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Mukesh Mahaling sent a clear message Odisha will no longer tolerate substandard nursing education or any compromise on student safety. Chairing the crucial review meeting, the Minister stressed that building a world-class nursing education system demands uncompromising adherence to [] The post Odisha Health Minister Orders Strict Inspections of Private Nursing Colleges appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

Law, Works and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan has issued a clear directive to officials complete all ongoing road, building, and bridge projects within the stipulated time frame to accelerate Odishas development. Chairing a high-level review meeting on project expenditure and progress at the Convention Centre of Lokseva Bhavan here today, the Minister expressed concern [] The post Prithviraj Harichandan Reviews Works Department Projects, Pushes for Quality & Timely Completion appeared f

In a decisive move to transform primary education across Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has instructed all District Collectors to complete land identification for the first phase of 2,200 Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary Schools by March 2027. Chairing a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan, the Chief Minister described the project as a [] The post Odisha CM Directs Land for 2,200 Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary Schools by March 2027 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

Members of the Odia community, through Odisha Forum, Delhi, have submitted a memorandum today to the Honble President of India seeking intervention to preserve the sanctity, scriptural authenticity, and traditional integrity of the sacred Ratha Yatra of Lord Jagannatha. The memorandum states that the Puri Ratha Yatra, one of the worlds oldest and most revered [] The post Odisha Forum, Delhi Meets President of India to Protect Sanctity of Lord Jagannathas Ratha Yatra appeared first on Pragativadi

In a major push to deliver swift justice to victims of cyber financial frauds, the Odisha Police today launched the innovative e-Zero FIR system. The new digital mechanism promises quicker complaint registration, faster investigations, and a higher chance of recovering cheated money. Director General of Police (DGP) Shri Yogesh Bahadur Khurania inaugurated the system at [] The post Odisha Police Launches e-Zero FIR System for Cyber Financial Fraud Cases appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

In a farmer-friendly move ahead of the upcoming Kharif season, the Cooperation Department of the Government of Odisha has notified the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) for 2026. The scheme will provide comprehensive protection to farmers against crop losses caused by drought, dry spells, floods, inundation, cyclones, hailstorms, landslides, and lightning. [] The post Odisha Farmers Get Free Crop Insurance Under PMFBY Kharif 2026 I Enroll by July 31 for 5-Acre Covera

In a moment that perfectly captures the magic of sport, the official Wimbledon account united two of the greatest athletes of all time with a single, powerful post on Wednesday. Novak Djokovic Lionel Messi. 39 years old. Winning 3-2 on the grandest of stages. Greatness. The timing couldnt have been more poetic. On Tuesday, July [] The post Timeless Brilliance: Djokovic and Messi Prove Age Is Irrelevant with Parallel Masterpieces appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

Floods in Guangxi, China destroyed a snake breeding farm in Dengwei village, releasing nearly 900 snakes, including venomous cobras, into surrounding communities. Rescue teams armed with nets and stun guns rushed to the area, warning residents not to attempt captures themselves. At least one villager was hospitalised after a snakebite. The mass escape followed torrential [] The post Floods in China Free 900 Snakes, Rescue Teams Deployed appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

In Kalahandi districts Madanpur SSD School, serious allegations have surfaced against Headmaster Shantanu Meher. Reports claim that he made obscene gestures toward the schools matron in front of students and used abusive language against a female staff member in another video that has now gone viral. The videos, which allegedly show caste-based remarks and inappropriate [] The post Kalahandi School Headmaster Accused of Obscene Acts, Videos Viral appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha New

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested another suspect in connection with the Sundarpada bomb blast case registered at the Airfield Police Station in Bhubaneswar. Officials identified the accused as Rohan Ranjan Routray, a resident of Patia, Bhubaneswar. He was taken into custody from Uttar Pradesh. Earlier, an NIA team visited the blast site in Azad [] The post Sundarpada Bomb Blast: NIA Arrests One More Suspect appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds across several districts of Odisha over the next five days. Officials issued Yellow Warnings urging residents to stay alert. On July 9, Sundargarh, Angul, Keonjhar, and Mayurbhanj districts will likely experience thunderstorms with gusty winds reaching 3040 kmph. On July 10, the warning [] The post Odisha Braces for Lightning and Gusty Winds till July 13 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha N