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Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has reiterated that caste-based reservations will remain in place until social inequality is eradicated, aligning with B.R. Ambedkars vision of affirmative action. Addressing Gen Z and Gen Alpha youth at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, Bhagwat emphasised that the system was designed to foster social unity, not [] The post RSS Chief Reaffirms Reservation Policy, Urges Voluntary Relinquishment by Uplifted Groups appeared first on Pragat

India fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has officially confirmed his relationship with actor and model Samreen Kaur, ending months of speculation surrounding their rumoured romance. The cricketer shared two affectionate photographs with Samreen on Instagram, captioning the post simply, My Person. The heartfelt announcement marks the first time Arshdeep has publicly acknowledged their relationship. The post [] The post Arshdeep Singh makes relationship with Samreen Kaur Instagram official appeared first

Trouble mounted for Nayagarh MLA Arun Kumar Sahoo after the Supreme Court dismissed his plea challenging the Orissa High Courts order to proceed with a poll petition against his 2024 Assembly election victory. The apex court directed the Orissa High Court to complete the hearing within six months. The petition was filed by BJP candidate [] The post Supreme Court Dismisses Arun Sahoo Plea, Orders Poll Petition Hearing in Six Months appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

Kendriya Vidyalaya IIT Bhubaneswar proudly hosted the Cluster-Level Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) Programme of the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Bhubaneswar Region, with great zeal, enthusiasm, and patriotic spirit. The vibrant event saw enthusiastic participation from students representing 11 Kendriya Vidyalayas across the cluster. The programme beautifully showcased the rich cultural heritage of Punjab and Haryana, [] The post KV IIT Bhubaneswar Hosts Cluster-Level EBSB Programme Showcasin

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has summoned Ukraines Ambassador to India, Dr. Oleksandr Polishchuk, following an attack on a merchant vessel carrying Indian crew members at Ukraines Port of Odesa. The diplomatic move comes after MV AGN Ragnar, which had four Indian crew members on board, was struck while docked at the strategically important [] The post India summons Ukrainian ambassador after merchant vessel with Indian crew attacked at Odesa port appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

The Bombay High Court has permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to initiate a civil defamation suit against major social media platforms, including Meta, Google, X (formerly Twitter), and others over allegedly defamatory posts and AI-generated deepfake content linking him and his family to profits from Indias E20 ethanol-blended fuel programme. According to legal reports, Gadkari [] The post Bombay High Court allows Nitin Gadkari to file defamation suit against Meta, Google, X over E20-related

The holy month of Sawan (Shravan) is considered one of the most sacred periods for the worship of Lord Shiva. Devotees across India observe Sawan Somwar Vrat on every Monday of the month, seeking blessings for good health, inner peace, family harmony, prosperity, and spiritual growth. In 2026, the month of Sawan begins on July [] The post Sawan Somwar Vrat 2026: Dates, Rituals, Dos and Donts for Lord Shiva Devotees appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Days after calling off its nationwide protest over alleged examination irregularities, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has urged the Central government to fulfil the assurances it says were given before the movement was suspended. The organisation expressed concern over reports that several protesters have been detained or arrested in different parts of the country despite [] The post CJP Demands Immediate Release of Detained Protesters, Seeks Withdrawal of FIRs After Calling Off Nationwide Agit

Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik has demanded the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond, citing widespread errors in textbooks used by children across Odisha. Patnaik stressed that Gond should set an example by stepping down, similar to Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhans precedent in the past. Patnaik remarked, Childrens textbooks in Odisha contain [] The post Naveen Patnaik Demands Resignation of Minister Nityananda Gond Over Textbook Errors appeared first on Prag

The Supreme Court on Monday underscored that the right to peaceful and lawful protest is protected under the Constitution, observing that the mere existence of a public demonstration cannot justify a police lathi-charge. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana made the observations while hearing [] The post Supreme Court Says Peaceful Protests Are Constitutionally Protected, Questions Police Action During Jantar Mantar Demonstrat

The annual Niladri Bije ritual marks the grand conclusion of the world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri. More than a ceremonial return of Lord Jagannath to the Shree Jagannath Temple, Niladri Bije symbolises love, reconciliation, respect, and the importance of relationships through one of Odishas most cherished spiritual traditions. Observed after the deities return from the [] The post Niladri Bije 2026: The Sacred Story Behind Lord Jagannath, Goddess Lakshmi and the Rasagola Tradition appeared first

A political storm has erupted in Odisha following the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday over the NEET paper leak controversy. Both the Congress and Biju Janata Dal have intensified their demand for the immediate resignation of state School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond, citing widespread errors in textbooks and the [] The post Gen-Z Wave Hits Odisha Politics Congress Ready to Fund Youth Protest, BJP Says Look at Your Own Feet appeared first on

In the sacred land of Puri, where the chariot of Lord Jagannath rolls every year carrying the faith of millions, a new form of storytelling is about to unfold an animated feature film titled *Mahaprabhu Jagannath*. Scheduled for national and international release, the movie aims to introduce children across the world to the timeless [] The post Curtain Must Wait Ensure Mahaprabhu Jagannaths Story Stays True to Tradition appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

The vibrant streets of Puri, Odisha, are alive with profound devotion as the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra begins on July 16, 2026. Known globally as the Festival of Chariots, this grand celebration brings together millions of people from all walks of life, uniting them in a spectacular display of faith, community spirit, and shared cultural [] The post Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026: Puri Welcomes Millions for the Iconic Festival of Chariots appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Englis