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In a disturbing case from Brahmapur, Odisha, police have arrested four people in connection with the alleged rape of a Plus-Two college student and the subsequent theft of gold jewellery from her home. According to police, the main accused, Rajesh Kumar Panigrahi (26), also known as Rani Panda, of Laxmi Nagars 6th lane, had developed [] The post Four Arrested in Berhampur for Alleged Rape of College Student and Gold Robbery appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

Air connectivity from Bhubaneswar is steadily shrinking. Biju Patnaik International Airport, once linked by direct flights to more than 30 Indian cities, has seen its network reduced to just 19 destinations in the current summer schedule. Adding to the concern, the airports only international service has also been discontinued. Since July 18, all international flight [] The post Bhubaneswar Airport Loses Its Only International Flight Connectivity Hits New Low appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

In a significant push towards inclusive rural growth, Odishas Minister for Panchayati Raj, Drinking Water and Rural Development, Rabi Narayan Naik, held high-level talks with Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, in the national capital on Tuesday. The meeting, attended by Sambalpur MP and former Union Education Minister [] The post Odisha Set for First Phase of PMAY Houses in Sept After Speedy Verification appeared first on Pragativadi I

In a distressing incident that has drawn attention to delayed grievance redressal, a young man from Ganjam district consumed pesticide and attempted suicide outside the District Collectors office on Tuesday after receiving no resolution to his long-pending land-related complaint. Jagabandhu Pradhan, a resident of Gaidasingi village near Buguda, had approached the Revenue Inspector earlier over [] The post Man Attempts Suicide Outside Ganjam Collectors Office Over Land Row appeared first on Praga

World Elephant Day is being observed today, August 12, to raise awareness about elephant conservation and the need to protect these majestic animals. Elephants are known not only for their enormous size but also for their intelligence, strong social bonds and complex emotional behaviour. At Nandankanan Zoological Park near Bhubaneswar, four female elephants Basanti, [] The post World Elephant Day: Nandankanans Asha and Lisa Become the Newest Darlings of the Zoo appeared first on Pragativadi I L

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Monday launched a sharp attack on Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, accusing him of deliberately misleading the people of Odisha with blatant lies about the prolonged delay in appointing a new Lokayukta. Addressing a press conference at Sankha Bhawan, party spokesperson Dr. Lenin Mohanty tore into the [] The post BJD Slams Revenue Minister: Blatant Lies Over Delayed Lokayukta Appointment in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha Ne

In a significant step towards embedding quality and reliability into Odishas governance, industry, and daily life, the 3rd meeting of the State Level Committee (SLC) on Standardization was held today at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairpersonship of Chief Secretary Anu Garg. Senior officials, including the Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Principal Secretaries of key departments, [] The post Odisha and BIS Join Hands to Build a Stronger Quality Ecosystem appeared first on P

The ICMR-National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), Bhubaneswar, hosted the ICMR-SHINE (Science & Health Innovation for the Nextgen Explorers) Initiative 2026 on Tuesday, bringing together around 400 students from Classes 9 to 12 from schools in Bhubaneswar and adjoining areas. The day-long programme was organised as part of the nationwide SHINE initiative being conducted across [] The post ICMR-NIHR Bhubaneswar Hosts SHINE 2026 to Inspire Young Scientists appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday reviewed the Finance Departments performance at Lok Seva Bhawan and called for sharper efficiency in revenue collection alongside a further acceleration in both programme and capital expenditure. Presenting detailed figures, officials reported that total revenue receipts up to July of the current financial year stood at 61,593 [] The post Odisha Revenue Up 7.3%, Capex Soars 20% as CM Majhi Demands More Efficiency appeared first on Pragativadi I

Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday met Odishas Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra to discuss measures to strengthen paddy procurement, foodgrain management and the Public Distribution System (PDS) in the state. The meeting focused on improving paddy procurement, storage infrastructure, smooth evacuation and delivery [] The post Centre, Odisha Join Hands to Strengthen Paddy Procurement, Foodgrain Management and

The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), in coordination with the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC), on Tuesday successfully completed a major demolition drive near Kanyashram under Chandrasekharpur Mouza as part of its ongoing efforts to clear government land of unauthorised occupation and facilitate planned urban development. During the enforcement operation, a total of 330 transit houses were [] The post BDA, BMC Raze 330 Transit Houses in Kanyashram Drive appeared first on Pragativ

In a significant crackdown on financial irregularities in cooperative institutions, Odisha Vigilance on Tuesday arrested Sarat Kumar Nayak, former Secretary of the Anandpur Service Co-operative Society (SCS), also known as PACS Banki in Kataka district. The accused is alleged to have misappropriated a total of 21,28,058 belonging to the society and, by extension, the government [] The post Vigilance Arrests Ex-Secy of Anandapur PACS for Pocketing Rs 21.28 Lakh appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, has laid out an integrated roadmap for Odisha that brings together Govt of Indias Rare Earth Corridor proposal , the States rich marine and coastal resources, biotechnology ecosystem, [] The post Odisha to Anchor Indias Rare Earth & Marine Biotechnology Future appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Odisha Housing & Urban Development Department Additional Chief Secretary, Usha Padhee, IAS, chaired a review meeting on the functioning of CRUT at Kharavela Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. ACS Padhee directed officials to take concerted and time-bound measures to further improve the quality, safety, and reliability of Ama Bus services. MD, CRUT, Md. Sadique Alam, Additional Secretary-cum-GM; Sahadev [] The post CRUT Under Spotlight: Safety & Service Drive Public Trust appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

A seven-member Odisha Legislative Assembly standing committee is visiting Telangana and Tamil Nadu to study educational practices and institutional models that could help strengthen and reform the states technical education sector. The Departmental Standing Committee-7, headed by chairman Sudhir Ranjan Pattjoshi, began its study tour on August 6. The delegation includes MLAs Tusharkanti Behera, Tankadhar [] The post Odisha MLAs Visit Telangana, Tamil Nadu To Study Technical Education Reforms app

The pilot-in-command of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that experienced a sudden drop in altitude last week has tested positive for marijuana, according to people familiar with the developments. The AI2379 flight experienced a sudden loss of around 300 feet in altitude on August 4, leaving 13 passengers and four crew members injured. The aircraft [] The post Air India Phuket-Delhi flight: Pilot tests positive for marijuana after 300-foot altitude drop appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odi

The Orissa High Court has allowed the no-confidence proceedings against Tikiri Sarpanch Chameli Ojha of Mahakalapada block in Odishas Kendrapara district to proceed as scheduled. The court was hearing a petition filed by Chameli challenging the no-confidence motion brought against her. While allowing the election process to continue, the High Court directed that the result [] The post Orissa High Court allows no-confidence motion against Chameli Ojha to proceed appeared first on Pragativadi I La

The Supreme Court has agreed to urgently hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Odisha governments process of appointing the next Director General of Police (DGP). The petition, argued by Senior Advocate P. Chidambaram before a Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, alleges that the state government attempted to bypass the [] The post Supreme Court to Urgently Hear PIL on Odisha DGP Appointment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has announced that general darshan at the Puri Jagannath Temple will remain suspended for five hours on Wednesday, August12, to facilitate the observance of Chitalagi Amavasya rituals. According to temple officials, the Chitalagi Niti of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra will be performed on the ShravanaKrushnaAmabasyatithi. After [] The post Darshan at Puri Jagannath Temple Suspended for 5 Hours Tomorrow appeared first on Pragati

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture & Farmers Empowerment and Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Tuesday issued a stern warning to fertiliser dealers, cautioning them against supplying agricultural inputs for illegal ganja cultivation. Speaking to reporters, Singh Deo said fertilisers are meant to support farmers in legitimate agricultural practices, not to aid the [] The post Odisha Deputy CM Warns Fertiliser Dealers Over Ganja Cultivation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

Bengal cricketer and IPL player Abhishek Porel was arrested on Tuesday in connection with a case of rape, assault, and criminal intimidation filed by a medical student from Karnataka. According to police, Porel was taken into custody from Emami City under Dum Dum police station limits and later produced before the Chinsurah Court after undergoing [] The post IPL Cricketer Abhishek Porel Arrested Over Rape Allegations appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the autobiography of former President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, titled Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, on August 12, 2026, at 9:30 AM at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. The release marks a significant occasion celebrating the life and contributions of one of Indias most [] The post PM Modi to Release Ram Nath Kovinds Autobiography on August 12 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

From the hills of Pottangi in Koraput, a young girls dream has risen higher than the horizon she once saw. Alisha Rani Pangi, daughter of Balaram Pangi, has been appointed as a Junior Engineer in the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha, posted under the RWS&S Division in Malkangiri. Her journey from a [] The post From Tribal Hills to Govt Service, Alisha Pangis Success Story Inspires Youths Across Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

West Singhbhum district has been declared Naxalfree after four Maoists, including Rs 10lakh rewardee Saluka Kayem, surrendered before senior police and CRPF officials under Operation NavjeevanIII. At a press briefing in Chaibasa, DIG Anuranjan Kispotta announced that the surrender marked a historic milestone in Jharkhands security history. The Maoists handed over sophisticated weapons and ammunition, [] The post Four Maoists, Including Rs 10Lakh Rewardee, Lay Down Arms in Jharkhand appeared firs

Syrian court has sentenced former president Bashar alAssad to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the countrys 14year conflict that claimed nearly half a million lives. The verdict also handed death sentences to Maher alAssad, Bashars younger brother and former military leader, and Atef Najib, Assads maternal cousin and [] The post Syria Court Sentences Bashar alAssad to Death for War Crimes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday gave her assent to the Vande Mataram Bill, a landmark move that grants the National Song the same legal protection as the National Anthem, Jana Gana Mana. The legislation, passed by Parliament last month, amends the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, ensuring that any insult or obstruction [] The post President Murmu Gives Assent to Vande Mataram Bill appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Supreme Court on Tuesday resumed hearing the Uddhav Thackeray factions challenge to the Election Commission of Indias decision recognising the Eknath Shindeled faction as the real Shiv Sena and allotting it the partys name and bow and arrow symbol. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. [] The post SC Resumes Hearing on Uddhav Thackeray Factions Challenge to ECIs Recognition of Shinde-led Shiv Sena appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest

The Odisha State Crime Branch Cyber Crime Police Station has arrested Rinku @ Suvendra Rout in connection with a Facebook Marketplace fraud case, marking a major breakthrough in tackling online scams. The accused allegedly cheated a prospective buyer by posing as a recovery agent dealing in financedefaulted vehicles. He induced the complainant to purchase a [] The post Facebook Marketplace Fraudster Arrested by Odisha Crime Branch appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I B

Public transport services under the Mukhyamantri Bus Seva have come to a halt across seven blocks of Kendujhar district after drivers launched a strike on Tuesday, protesting against the delay in payment of their salaries. The striking drivers stopped operating buses and staged demonstrations in front of their respective block offices. They alleged that salaries [] The post Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Grounded in 7 Kendujhar Blocks as Drivers Strike Over Unpaid Salaries appeared first on Pragativadi I

Odisha will soon have a new Lokayukta, Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announced on Tuesday, confirming that the appointment process has already begun. Pujari said a meeting regarding the appointment has been held and the financial procedures related to the post have also started. He expressed confidence that the process would be completed soon. Explaining the [] The post Odisha Govt Asserts Lokayukta Appointment Process Underway, Counters Opposition Criticism appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

An eviction drive in Niladri Vihar turned tense on Tuesday as residents strongly opposed the demolition of transit houses. The operation was jointly carried out by the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) and the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) to clear encroachments. The eviction is being conducted in phases across Niladri Vihar Phases1,2, and3, where nearly 890 [] The post Niladri Vihar Eviction Drive Sparks Protest in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News i

Odisha has witnessed heavy rainfall in the past 24 hours, with Kujang in Jagatsinghpur district recording the highest rainfall at 13 cm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange and yellow warnings across several districts as a lowpressure system forms over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas. According to the IMD, rainfall [] The post Odisha Braces for Heavy Rainfall; IMD Issues Orange and Yellow Alerts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

In a significant judgment under the new BharatiyaNyayaSanhita (BNS), the SambalpurJMFCCourt has convicted GauriShankarDash(32) in a cyberfraud mule account case, sentencing him to twoyears rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 20,000 fine. The court found Dash guilty under Sections317(2) and 112(2) of the BNS. Both sentences will run concurrently, and failure to pay the fine will [] The post Sambalpur Court Convicts Mule Account Holder in CyberFraud Case, Sentences 2-Years Jail appeared first on Pragat

The BhubaneswarKataka Commissionerate Police has announced a detailed traffic advisory ahead of the StateLevel IndependenceDay Parade2026, outlining restrictions and diversions on MahatmaGandhiMarg and nearby roads during rehearsals and the main celebration. According to the notification, restrictions will be enforced on August11and12(2:30PM6PM), August13(8:30AM11:30AM), and August15(from6AMuntil completion of the parade). The measures aim to ensure smooth movement [] The post Traffic Advisory I

Actor Prakash Raj has condemned the use of tear gas and lathi charge against student protesters in Ranchi, who were marching towards the Jharkhand Assembly demanding action over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. The actor reacted after police used force to disperse JPSC-JSSC aspirants during the Vidhan Sabha Gherao march on Monday, August 10. What [] The post Prakash Raj Condemns Tear Gas, Lathi Charge on Jharkhand Students: This Brutality Will Not Work Anymore appeared first o

Julian Alvarez has reportedly made his desire to leave Atletico Madrid increasingly clear, with Barcelona still pushing to sign the Argentine striker in the ongoing transfer window. Atletico, however, remain firm on their decision to retain the 27-year-old and have reportedly rejected multiple approaches for the forward. Alvarez determined to join Barcelona According to Mundo [] The post Julian Alvarez Tells Atletico Madrid Count Me Out as Barcelona Transfer Push Intensifies: Report appeared fir

Vehicle owners in Odisha could face strict action for driving without valid insurance as the state Transport Department intensifies its enforcement drive. Authorities may seize uninsured vehicles and initiate proceedings to cancel their registration certificates (RCs) in cases of serious or repeated violations. The Transport Department is set to strengthen checks at toll gates using [] The post Odisha Vehicle Owners Alert: Uninsured Vehicles Face Seizure, RC Cancellation Amid Strict Crackdown ap

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of three senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers as Joint Directors in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). According to an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Shri Akhilesh Kumar Singh, IPS (MH:2008), has been appointed as Joint Director, [] The post ACC Approves Appointment of Three IPS Officers as CBI Joint Directors appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 132 people and injuring around 570, according to the latest reports. Rescue operations remain underway as emergency teams search collapsed buildings for survivors. The earthquake caused widespread destruction across western Colombia, with more than 1,500 homes affected and 61 buildings completely collapsed. Cali, [] The post Colombia Earthquake: Death Toll Rises to 132, Over 570 Injured After 7.4-Magnitude Qu

Odisha is likely to witness another spell of rainfall as a fresh low-pressure area is expected to form over the north-west Bay of Bengal on Wednesday, August 12. The system is likely to develop under the influence of an upper-air cyclonic circulation that has formed over the north-west Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas. The [] The post Odisha Weather: More rain likely as fresh low-pressure area may form over Bay of Bengal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

As the nation prepares to celebrate the 79th Independence Day, Odisha is set for a grand and coordinated display of patriotism. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will hoist the National Flag and take the salute at the state-level parade in the capital city of Bhubaneswar on 15 August 2026. In a clear signal of inclusive [] The post CM Majhi to Lead Flag Hoisting in Bhubaneswar; Dy CMs & Ministers Fan Out Across 15 Districts appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking

For decades, film promotion followed a familiar script: teaser, trailer, music launch, television appearances, city tours, interviews and a final media blitz before opening weekend. The formula was built around one central idea: visibility plus star power would bring audiences to theatres. That formula is changing. Today, a films promotional campaign often begins long before [] The post Creators Spark Frenzy Before the First Ticket Sells appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

A massive earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale struck Colombia on Tuesday morning, shaking the nation and sending shockwaves across its borders. The quake, which hit at 7:34 am local time, was centered near San Jose del Palmar in the Choco department at a depth of 107 kilometers. As per reports, there are more [] The post Colombia Quake Kills Over 70, Tremors Felt in Venezuela appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Farah Khan has responded to social media users who accused her of being biased towards Shreya Kalra during Lock Upp season 2. Shreya emerged as the winner of the Netflix reality show last week after beating Shivangi Joshi in the finale. Farah Khan and Riteish Deshmukh presented her with the winners trophy and the 1 [] The post Farah Khan Responds to Biased Host Trolls After Shreya Kalra Wins Lock Upp 2 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha State Warehousing Corporation (OSWC) today handed over a dividend of Rs 2,88,37,913 to the state government for the financial year 202324. The cheque was presented to Cooperation, Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts Minister Pradeep Bal Samanta in the presence of CommissionercumSecretary Rajesh Prabhakar Patil and OSWC Managing Director Mihir Prasad Mohanty. For FY202324, OSWC [] The post Odisha State Warehousing Corporation Pays Rs 2.88 Crore Dividend to Govt for FY 202324 appeared f

Indian boxer Narender Berwal left Prime Minister Narendra Modi laughing after recalling a memorable exchange with a Pakistani opponent from the 2015 World Military Games. Berwal shared the story during a felicitation ceremony at the Prime Ministers residence following his silver-medal performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Recalling the 2015 bout, Berwal said he had [] The post PM Modi Laughs as Boxer Narender Berwal Recalls Pakistan Opponents I Hate the Name Narendra Remark appeared first

A shocking murder has rocked Khmaramunda village, six kilometres from Balangir town, where Geetanjali Sadhangi (45) was found dead in her home. Police suspect she was killed by a blunt force injury to the head, with deep wounds visible on her body. A scientific team accompanied by sniffer dogs reached the spot to begin the [] The post Woman Murdered in Balangir: Five Detained, Land Dispute Suspected appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The CID arrested former JPSC Chairperson L Khiangte on Monday amid the ongoing JPSCJSSC protests in Ranchi, intensifying the agitation over alleged recruitment exam irregularities. Khiangte, questioned four times since July28, was taken into custody as part of the CIDs probe into the recruitment scam. So far, 19 people have been arrested in connection with [] The post Former JPSC Chairperson L Khiangte Arrested by CID Amid Ranchi Protests appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

In a shocking display of superstition, a youth from Pakelpada, Bamara in Sambalpur district bit the hood of a cobra after recalling a local gunias advice that biting back prevents venom from spreading. The incident occurred when Dharamsingh Khadia accidentally stepped on the snake while heading to his field. Startled by the cobras raised hood, [] The post Sambalpur Youth Bites Cobra in Superstition; Snake Dies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

In a significant development for Odisha Police, Sanjeeb Panda, IPS, and Yeshwant Kumar Jethwa, IPS, have been promoted to the grade of Director General of Police (DGP). The promotion proposal was formally approved by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, marking a key step in strengthening the states police leadership. Both officers are among the most [] The post Odisha CM Approves Promotion of Sanjeeb Panda and Yeshwant Jethwa to DGP Grade appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl