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In a significant move to establish a strong, sustainable, and self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem in Odisha, Electronics and Information Technology Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling on Tuesday visited the CG Semi Semiconductor Facility Centre in Sanand, Gujarat. The Minister closely examined the facilitys infrastructure, operational processes, and best practices. He held detailed discussions with CG Semis leadership [] The post Odisha Eyes Semiconductor Superpower Status: Minister Tours Gujarats Cut

In a much-needed boost to the overburdened Odisha judiciary, the Supreme Court Collegium on Monday approved the appointment of four senior advocates as judges of the High Court of Orissa. The Collegium, in its meeting held on 18 August 2026, cleared the names of: Sasmita Tripathy Aditya Narayan Das Rajjeet Roy Gautam Misra All four [] The post Supreme Court Collegium Clears Four New Judges for Orissa High Court appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

What began as a protest has quickly turned into a full-blown transport crisis. For the second consecutive day, popular online cab services Ola, Uber, and Rapido remain completely offline across the Odisha capital, leaving thousands of passengers scrambling for alternatives. At Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar Railway Station, and major bus stands, harried travellers are [] The post Offline Cab Fares Skyrocket as Ola, Uber & Rapido Stay Off Roads in Bhubaneswar for Day 2 appeared f

At a time when the world often celebrates celebrity and fame, an award-winning restaurant in Southeast London chose to celebrate something far more powerfulcourage, resilience and the indomitable spirit of India. Chillika Restaurant, recently crowned the English Curry Awards 2026 Best of London Restaurant and recognised among the highly recommended restaurants in the London [] The post Chillika Restaurant in London Honours Indias DifferentlyAbled Cricket Heroes appeared first on Pragativadi I L

In a decisive move that underscores Indias push for self-reliance in clean energy, Saatvik Solar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Odisha to establish a 3.6 GW solar cell manufacturing facility at Gopalpur in Ganjam district. The agreement, inked with the Industrial Promotion and Investment Corporation of Odisha Limited (IPICOL), marks [] The post Saatvik Solar Inks MoU with Odisha for 3.6 GW Phase-II Solar Cell Plant as Phase-I Nears Commissioning appeared first on

Odishas Deputy Chief Minister and Tourism Minister, Pravati Parida, today laid the foundation stone for a special project aimed at the integrated tourism development of the heritage village of Raghurajpur. Speaking on the occasion, Dy CM Parida said, Raghurajpur is the heart of Odishas art and culture. This project will mark the beginning of a [] The post Dy CM Pravati Parida Lays Foundation Stone for Raghurajpur Tourism Project appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Bre

In a high-level review meeting at Lokaseva Bhawan on Monday, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi issued firm directions to permanently solve the growing traffic woes of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack while transforming the twin cities into cleaner, greener, and more organised urban centres. The Chief Minister conducted a detailed review of the Traffic Decongestion Plan, stressing [] The post CM Majhi Charts Roadmap for Traffic-Free, Beautiful Twin Cities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) must evolve from mere legal compliance into a powerful engine of inclusive growth, Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati said on Tuesday while addressing the Bridge Bharat Summit 2026. Speaking as chief guest at the national seminar titled Corporate Social Responsibility: Visible Problems and Challenges, organised by the states Public Enterprises [] The post Odisha Governor Calls on Corporates to Make CSR More Impactful at Bridge Bharat Summit 2026 appea

Two students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) of Odisha have brought laurels to the state by successfully participating in the prestigious ISRO YUVIKA 2026 (YUva VIgyani KAryakram), a national-level programme organised by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The YUVIKA programme is aimed at nurturing scientific curiosity among school students and providing them with [] The post Two Odisha EMRS Students Excel at ISRO YUVIKA 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odish

Odisha Vigilance officials today apprehended Madhusmita Mohanty, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) of Sadar, Baleshwar, and in-charge CDPO of Baleshwar Municipality, while she allegedly accepted a bribe of Rs 5,000. Mohanty had recently assumed additional charge of the Baleshwar Municipality CDPO office after the previous officers superannuation. The complainant, a vehicle owner who has provided [] The post Baleshwar Sadar CDPO Caught Taking Rs 5K Bribe, Vigilance Begins DA Search appeare

The Pakistani Army has criticised a recently released documentary on Operation Sindoor, describing it as a highly dramatised and one-sided portrayal of the military operation carried out by India in May 2025. The response came after Discoverys Declassified: Operation Sindoor premiered on August 15, Indias Independence Day. The docuseries features senior Indian security and military [] The post Pakistan Army Slams Operation Sindoor Docuseries as Highly Dramatised, India Yet to Respond appeared fi

With online cab services like Ola, Uber, and Rapido remaining suspended for the second consecutive day, the Comprehensive Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has launched the Ama Bus Shuttle Service to ease commuter woes across the capital. The service connects Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar Railway Station, and Baramunda (BSABT) Bus Stand, ensuring passengers can travel [] The post Ama Bus Shuttle Service Steps In as Online Cab Strike Hits Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi I

A 29yearold youth from Chhattisgarh, identified as Madhab Gopinath Nayak of Kutela village, was detained on Monday night after climbing onto the Anla Bedha of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, breaching the security cordon. The incident occurred around 9pm and immediately sparked concerns over temple security. Police and servitors managed to bring the youth down [] The post Chhattisgarh Youth Climbs Jagannath Temple; Puri SP Confirms Mental Health Issues appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

In a swift afternoon operation on 17 August, Jagatsinghpur Sadar police raided a rented house in the Purohitpur area that was allegedly being used for run sex racket. The raid led to the rescue of two young women and the arrest of the alleged operator, along with three customers. According to police, the illicit activity [] The post Police Bust Sex Racket in Jagatsinghpur | 2 Women Rescued, 3 Held appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Ranchi witnessed a dramatic turn of events as the Jharkhand government announced the cancellation of the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level (JSSC-CGL) examination following days of intense student protests. Chief Minister Hemant Soren declared that the Crime Investigation Department (CID) will investigate all examinations conducted by TSR Data Processing Private Limited (TDPL) since [] The post Jharkhand Cancels JSSC-CGL Exam, CID to Probe TDPL Tests Since 2014 appeared

A dramatic incident at the Puri Jagannath Temple has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of its security arrangements. A young man identified as Madhab Gopinath Nayak, reportedly from Chhattisgarh, scaled the temple structure and reached the upper portion, leaving devotees and officials stunned. Visuals of Nayak perched high on the temple quickly circulated, prompting [] The post Youth Scales Jagannath Temple Spire in Puri, Sparks Security Concerns appeared first on Pragativadi I La

Many state finance secretaries inherit crumbling public finances. Most states experience extreme fiscal stressan inadequacy of resources to cover routine operational costs, let alone crucial investments in education, healthcare, agriculture, and rural infrastructure. Typical symptoms of near-insolvency include a high debt-to-GDP ratio, expanding year-on-year revenue deficits, and unsustainable borrowings that deepen the crisis. When states [] The post Lessons in Fiscal Turnaround: A Blueprint fo

Odisha is rapidly transforming into one of the countrys leading centres for skill development, driven by the visionary guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the focused leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. This strong assertion came from Odishas Minister for Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain, while addressing the regional [] The post Odisha Emerging as Indias Premier Skilling Hub: Minister Highlights Vision at Kaushal Manthan appeared

East Coast Railway has announced the cancellation of both directions of the popular Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Express on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. Train No. 22840 BhubaneswarRourkela Intercity Express will remain cancelled on 18 August 2026. In the return direction, Train No. 22839 RourkelaBhubaneswar Intercity Express will also remain cancelled on the same day. The decision has [] The post Rourkela-Bhubaneswar Intercity Expresses Cancelled on Aug 18 Due to Link Train Delay appeared first on

Odisha Vigilance has arrested Sanoj Kumar Mishra, the former Secretary of Tusura Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) Ltd. under Gudvela Block in Balangir district, for misappropriating 42.31 lakh in government paddy funds during KMS 2014-15. He was produced before the Court of Special Judge, Vigilance, Balangir. The arrest stems from a detailed probe into systemic [] The post Odisha Vigilance Nabs Former Tusura PACS Secretary in Rs 42.31 Lakh Paddy Funds Scam appeared first on Pragat

A tragic accident at Barabakhara waterfall in Debrigarh sanctuary claimed the life of Hitesh Pradhan, a youth from Gobindpur village, after he slipped and fell on Monday. The incident has reignited concerns over tourist safety at waterfalls in Baragada district, where repeated accidents have been reported due to slippery paths, deep waters, and lack of [] The post Tourist Dies After Fall from Baragada Waterfall appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha is set to solidify its status as a global sports powerhouse as the iconic Kalinga Stadium hosts the landmark World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet on August 22, 2026. Organized by the Odisha Sports and Youth Services Department, in collaboration with the Athletics Federation of India and under the aegis of World Athletics, this [] The post Odisha to Host World Athletics Continental Tour Silver Meet on Aug 22 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking N

The Department of Water Resources, Government of Odisha, organised a one-day workshop on Smart Irrigation and Demand-Driven Water Management Technologies, Innovations & Pathways to Scale at the Convention Centre, Lok Seva Bhawan, focusing on making the States irrigation systems more efficient, responsive and farmer-centric. Organised in collaboration with JICA and Nippon Koei, the workshop [] The post Odisha Hosts Global Dialogue on Demand-Driven Water Management appeared first on Pragativadi I

The Odisha Police football team has emerged as champions of the FAO Football League, organised by the Football Association of Odisha (FAO) and the State Sports Department. In the final held on August 16 at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, Odisha Police defeated Young Utkal Club 51, showcasing remarkable skill and teamwork. Purushottam Kerketta scored two goals, [] The post Odisha Police Crowned FAO Football League Champions, Felicitated by DGP appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engl

Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida today inaugurated a fiveday training programme for the second batch of newly joined Child Welfare Committee (CWC) members at the State Institute for Women and Children (SIWC) Campus in Bhubaneswar. A total of 58 members from 27 districts will undergo training under the programme. Addressing the gathering, Parida reaffirmed the [] The post Dy CM Pravati Parida Inaugurates Training for Child Welfare Committee Members in Bhubaneswar appeared first on Pragativadi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday conducted an extensive survey of floodaffected areas in various blocks of Jajpur district, travelling by boat to assess the damage and interact with local residents. Accompanied by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari, Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, BJP State President Manmohan Samal, MPs and MLAs, [] The post CM Majhi Visits FloodHit Areas in Jajpur, Reviews Relief Distribution appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

Swedish pole vault sensation Mondo Duplantis delivered another recordbreaking performance at the European Athletics Championships, clearing 6.15 metres to set a new championship record and secure his fourth consecutive European title. The 27yearold world record holder first equalled the previous mark of 6.10m before soaring past it with ease. His victory continued a remarkable streak, [] The post Mondo Duplantis Breaks European Championship Record With 6.15m Vault appeared first on Pragativadi I

Odisha Police has extended financial assistance of Rs 6.55 lakh to the family of late Home Guard Pradeep Kumar Martha, who passed away on April 24, 2026, while undergoing treatment at Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar. The amount, contributed by IPS officers of Odisha, was handed over to Marthas wife Urmila Martha by DG (AntiNaxal Operations) Sanjeeb [] The post Odisha Police Grants Rs 6.55 Lakh Aid and Job Relief to Late Home Guards Family appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

Odisha has secured two prominent positions in the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) revamped national organisational team announced by party president Nitin Nabin on Monday. Senior Odisha leader Baijayant Panda will continue as the BJPs national vice president, while Sambit Patra, the partys Lok Sabha MP from Puri, has been assigned the responsibility of North-East Coordinator. [] The post Two Odisha Leaders in Nitin Nabins BJP Team; Baijayant Panda Retained, Sambit Patra Gets Northeast Charge appea

Odisha Vigilance on Monday arrested Dr Satyajit Behera, Assistant Surgeon at Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar, while he was allegedly accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe from an NGO functionary. The NGO had been engaged by the hospital to assist unknown and destitute patients arriving at the casualty ward. The functionary had been requesting Dr Behera since June [] The post Capital Hospital Doctor Arrested by Odisha Vigilance for Rs 30K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I

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

The Odisha Milita Shikshak Sangathan staged a mass dharna at Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar on Monday, pressing a fourpoint charter of demands that includes withdrawal of the decision to reappoint retired guest teachers and filling thousands of vacant posts. Despite heavy rain, teachers from across the state gathered in the capital, demanding immediate recruitment of [] The post Odisha Teachers Protest in Bhubaneswar with FourPoint Demand appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English

Telugu actor Allu Arjun faced criticism on social media after sharing an Independence Day post featuring an illustration of the Indian Tricolour that appeared without the Ashoka Chakra. The actor subsequently deleted the post. The graphic showed the Tricolour flying over the Red Fort and carried the message HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY. Allu Arjuns logo was [] The post Allu Arjun Deletes Independence Day Post After Backlash Over Missing Ashoka Chakra appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News

Tom Hollands latest Spider-Man adventure has reportedly entered one of Hollywoods most exclusive box-office clubs. Crossing the $2 billion mark at the worldwide box office is a rare achievement, reserved for some of the biggest blockbusters in cinema history. Now, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has reportedly joined that elite group. Starring Tom Holland, the superhero [] The post Spider-Man: Brand New Day Joins $2 Billion Club; Here Are 7 Films That Did It Before appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev has warned the Narendra Modi government over alleged irregularities in education and recruitment examinations, saying public agitation could intensify if the issues are not addressed. Speaking to reporters at Patanjali Yogpeeth on Indias 80th Independence Day, Ramdev said students were raising concerns over a range of issues, including inadequate facilities in [] The post Baba Ramdev Warns Centre Over Scams, Says He May Protest Again appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest O

An Instagram account named Dimagi Naxal Party surfaced recently and attracted more than 1.6 lakh followers within a day, only to disappear shortly afterwards. The sudden rise and disappearance of the account has sparked curiosity over who operated the handle and why it was taken down or became unavailable. According to information visible on Instagram, [] The post Dimagi Naxal Party Instagram Account Vanishes After Gaining 1.6 Lakh Followers in a Day appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha

Over onecrorewomen enrolled under Odishas SubhadraYojana will receive their next instalment of financial assistance on August28,RakshaBandhan, DeputyChiefMinister PravatiParida announced on Monday. The statelevel disbursal event will be held in Nayagarh, marking the fifth instalment under the flagship womenfocused welfare scheme. Parida said that applications verified and recommended by district administrations by August28 will be included [] The post Subhadra Yojana 5th Instalment Disbursal on

Odisha continues to battle a moderate flood situation, with Brahmani and Baitarani rivers remaining swollen. According to EngineerinChief Dillip Kumar Rout, waterlogging is expected to persist for another 45 days, even as rainfall has reduced in some districts. In Jajpur and Bhadrak, river levels are gradually receding, but floodwaters will take several days to drain. [] The post Moderate Flood Situation in Odisha: Brahmani and Baitarani Rivers Overflow, 5 Lakh People Affected appeared first on

The kidnapping case of Balangir businessman Narendra Sahu alias Gunda has taken a dramatic turn with police arresting SubInspector Sneha Manjari Sahu and journalist Sanjay Jena in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. Police sources revealed that Sneha Manjari Sahu, sister of prime accused Kshitij Sahu, and journalist Sanjay Jena played crucial roles in the abduction, with investigators [] The post Balangir Businessman Abduction: SI and Journalist Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in

Indias transition to E20 petrol has sparked a fresh debate over whether owners of older vehicles should continue to have access to E10 fuel. Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran has suggested bringing back E10 petrol as an option for older vehicles, arguing that millions of two-wheelers on Indian roads were designed to run on [] The post E10 for older vehicles? CEA backs separate petrol option as E20 debate intensifies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaki

Police have arrested Lokesh Sahu in connection with the death of Mamata Majhi, an attendant at Dharambandha PHC, and sent him to custody. The arrest was confirmed by the Nuapada SDPO, who stated that the investigation is proceeding under relevant sections of the law. A case had earlier been registered at Dharambandha police station under [] The post Nuapada Lady Attendant Death: Male Friend Arrested appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Supreme Court on Monday granted relief to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a case involving allegations of disproportionate assets, directing the Allahabad High Court to defer further proceedings for the time being. The top court also instructed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) not to submit any report before [] The post Rahul Gandhi Gets SC Relief in Disproportionate Assets Case, Allahabad HC Told To Defer Proceedings appeared first on Pragativad

A serious safety lapse was reported in Nandahandi block of Nabarangpur district when an ambulances front wheel detached midroad after its bearing broke. The vehicle, returning from Nishinandi Panchayats Bania area, came to a sudden halt in the middle of the road, narrowly avoiding a major accident. Witnesses said the incident could have led to [] The post Ambulance wheel detaches in Nabarangpur, Sparks Safety Concerns appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News

Authorities at the Hirakud Dam opened five additional sluice gates on Monday, bringing the total number of open gates to seven five on the left spillway and two on the right. Earlier, two gates had already been opened to release excess floodwater. According to the daily reservoir update at 8:00 am, the water level [] The post Hirakud Dam Opens Seven Gates as Reservoir Level Rises to 619 ft appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

The Odisha Online Drivers United Forum has announced a 12hour statewide bandh on Monday, demanding stricter regulation of online taxi companies and fair treatment for drivers. The protest, supported by 21 organisations, is expected to hit services hard in Kataka, Bhubaneswar, and other districts. The forum has urged the government to either ban online aggregators [] The post Odisha Online Cab Drivers Call 12Hour Bandh Over Fare Disputes appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli

BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla has urged the party to accept his resignation from the organisation after his earlier resignation letter was rejected. Poonawalla had offered to step down from all party positions and give up his primary membership of the BJP on July 30. The party, however, asked him to reconsider his decision. In a [] The post Shehzad Poonawalla urges BJP to accept resignation, cites financial and personal reasons appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Brea

At least seven people were killed and several others injured in a stampede-like incident at Ashokdham Temple in Lakhisarai, Bihar, on Monday morning after a sudden surge in the number of devotees. Lakhisarai SDPO Shivam Kumar confirmed the death toll, while emergency rescue operations were launched soon after the incident. Crowd surge triggers tragedy at [] The post Bihar Temple Stampede: 7 killed, Several Injured After Massive Crowd Surge at Ashokdham Temple appeared first on Pragativadi I Late

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is scheduled to visit flood-affected areas of Bhadrak and Jajpur on Monday to assess the situation on the ground and review ongoing relief operations. The visit comes amid significant flood-related damage in several parts of the two districts. The Chief Minister is expected to interact with officials, review the [] The post Odisha Floods: CM Majhi to visit Bhadrak, Jajpur to assess ground situation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Eng

In a swift anti-corruption strike, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday arrested a Senior Section Engineer from the South Central Railways Chief Signal & Telecommunications Engineer (CSTE) Projects office in Vijayawada, along with a private individual, while the official was allegedly accepting a 15 lakh bribe. The agency registered the case on 16 [] The post CBI Nabs Railway Engineer Red-Handed in Rs 15 Lakh Bribe Trap Over Inflated Bonus Claim appeared first on Pragativadi I Lat

In a heartbreaking development for wildlife enthusiasts, an eight-month-old royal Bengal tiger cub has died at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The young tiger, which had been hand-reared after being separated from its mother, succumbed on Sunday after a brief period of illness. With this loss, the zoos tiger population has fallen to 26. [] The post 8-Month-Old Tiger Cub Dies at Nandankanan Zoo; Population Drops to 26 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in Engli