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The Indian Navy is preparing to formally induct Nipun, the second Diving Support Vessel of the Nistar-class, on 31 August 2026 at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. The commissioning will mark a significant enhancement of the Navys specialised deep-sea diving and underwater support capabilities. Designed and built entirely in India by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), [] The post Indian Navy to Commission Second Indigenous Diving Support Vessel Nipun on Aug 31 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of missile technologies developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to Indian defence companies for domestic production. The Ministry of Defence said the initiative will bridge the gap between development and largescale industrial production, ensuring a smooth transition of missile systems into manufacturing while adhering [] The post Rajnath Singh Approves DRDO Missile Tech Transfer to Indian Defence Industry app

The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on four India-based companies and several Indian nationals accused of facilitating trade in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. The action by the US State Department comes a day after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Operation Economic Outcast, a broader campaign aimed at cutting off Irans sources of revenue [] The post US sanctions Four Indian Firms Over Iran oil Trade Under Operation Economic Outcast appeared first on Pragativad

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit India next month for the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi, marking his first trip to the country in nearly seven years if the visit goes ahead. People familiar with the matter told Hindustan Times that Xi is expected to arrive with a large delegation for the [] The post Xi Jinping May Visit India for BRICS Summit 2026, First Trip in 7 Years appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Journalism excellence takes centre stage once again as the prestigious Indian Journalism Award and Odisha Journalism Award for 2026 have been announced. The awards will be presented on the evening of September 6, 2026, at the auditorium of the India International Centre in New Delhi by the Pallibani Mission. Every year, Delhi-based Pallibani Mission [] The post Six Media Luminaries to Be Honoured at Indian and Odisha Journalism Awards 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in E

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday announced a major reshuffle of its national office-bearers, seven months after Nitin Nabin took charge as the partys national president. The new team includes 12 women and reflects the BJPs emphasis on social representation, with leaders from different castes and tribal communities finding positions in the organisation. Several [] The post BJP Announces Major National Team Reshuffle Under Nitin Nabin; Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav Make Comebacks appeared fir

In a decisive move to prioritise passenger health, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today ordered sweeping corrective measures after a full-day high-level review of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on drinking water quality in Indian Railways. The review, attended by the Chairman & CEO of the Railway Board and other senior officials, has [] The post Indian Railways Orders 20,000 Tank to Tap Filtration Systems for Safe Drinking Water After CAG Report appeared first on Praga

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the crises India faced over the past decade, including the Covid-19 pandemic, wars and concerns over shortages of essential supplies, saying the country was able to withstand them because of sustained preparation. Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, Modi said the Covid-19 [] The post From Covid to wars: PM Modi says India stood strong amid crises and shortage rumours appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odis

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Vaibhav Sooryavanshis selection for the national team but questioned whether the teenager was introduced to international cricket earlier than necessary due to growing public and social media pressure. The 15-year-old batter made his T20I debut during Indias series against England and featured in three matches, scoring 14, 13 [] The post R Ashwin Questions Team Indias Handling of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Warns Against Social Media Pressure in Sele

India is observing a one-day national mourning on Monday, July 13, to honour Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Amir of Qatar, who passed away at the age of 74 on Sunday. As a mark of respect, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that the National Flag will be flown at half-mast [] The post India Observes One-Day National Mourning for Qatars Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a powerful display of sportsmanship that transcended rivalry, the Indian womens cricket team formed a guard of honour for Englands Tammy Beaumont as the veteran opener brought her 17-year international career to a close during the historic first-ever womens Test match at Lords on Sunday. Beaumont, 35, walked off the famous turf to warm [] The post Tammy Beaumont Bids Emotional Farewell: Indian Womens Team Honors England Star with Guard of Honour at Lords appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest