BJD names candidates for three segments, drops two sitting MLAs
BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik on Saturday declared the names of candidates for the three Assembly seats of Bhogarai, Khurda and Begunia. With this, the BJD has so far nominated candidates for 144 of the total 147 Assembly seats in the state. The remaining three constituencies are Korei, Khandapada and Nilagiri. Sitting MLA from Begunia Rajendra Sahoo will contest from Khurda while Pradeep Kumar Sahoo, who had quit Congress and joined BJD two-and-half years back, will be the party candidate from Begunia. Party spokesperson Goutam Buddha Das has got the nomination from Bhograi. The party dropped two senior sitting MLAs - Ananta Das from Bhogarai and Jyotirindra Nath Mitra from Khurda. Senior vice president of the party and district planning committee chairman of Balasore, Das was the minister of state for Higher Education and Industries during 2017-19 in the fourth term of the BJD government. The party left many surprised by changing the candidates in the two key Assembly constituencies in Khurda district. While Rajendra had won from Khurda as an Independent candidate in 2009 and on BJD ticket in 2014, he replaced Prasanta Kumar Jagadev in Begunia in 2019 and emerged victorious. Jagadev was then fielded from Chilika.
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Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Several Leaders, Workers From Naveen Patnaik's Party Join BJP In Odisha
Several leaders and workers of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) joined the BJP in the presence of Union Minister and BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Sambalpur, Dharmendra Pradhan.
Lok Sabha polls: Several leaders, workers of BJD join BJP in Odisha
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OPCC Recommends Sofia Firdous for Cuttack-Barabati Assembly Seat
Cuttack: Sofia Firdous, daughter of the incumbent Cuttack-Barbati MLA Md. Moquim, is set to join politics. The Pradesh Congress Committee has recommended her name as a candidate for the MLA position. The proposal has been sent to the All India Congress Committee (AICC). Ajoy Kumar, Congress Odisha In-charge, stated that the AICC will make a [] The post OPCC Recommends Sofia Firdous for Cuttack-Barabati Assembly Seat appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
BJD Supremo Naveen To File Nomination For Hinjili On April 30
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik will submit his nomination papers on the 30th of April. He is scheduled to file his candidature for the Hinjili Assembly seat in Chhatrapur. Before this, Naveen will offer prayers at Tara Tarini Temple. According to the schedule, on April 30th i.e. Tuesday, the Chief Minister will [] The post BJD Supremo Naveen To File Nomination For Hinjili On April 30 appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
LSG vs RR, IPL 2024: Samson, Jurel hand Rajasthan comfortable 7-wicket win over Lucknow
Solid half-centuries from captain Sanju Samson (71* off 33) and Dhruv Jurel (52* off 34) coupled with some excellent Powerplay and slog-overs bowling helped Rajasthan Royals pull off their fourth win in a row as they beat Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets in Match 44 of the TATA IPL 2024 at the Bharat Ratna [] The post LSG vs RR, IPL 2024: Samson, Jurel hand Rajasthan comfortable 7-wicket win over Lucknow appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Woman, Her Son Killed in Lightning Strike in Odishas Kendrapara
Kendrapara: In a tragic incident, a woman and her son died due to a lightning strike on Saturday. The incident happened in Janhimula village of Khamol panchayat under the Derabis block of Kendrapara district. The deceased persons have been identified as Sashirekha Barik (55) and Rabindra Barik (25), a ward member, of Janhimula village. As [] The post Woman, Her Son Killed in Lightning Strike in Odishas Kendrapara appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Odisha: Heatwave continues in Odisha, Angul records 44.7 degrees Celsius
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Man Gets Life Imprisonment in Double Murder Case
Bhubaneswar: Chandrasekharpur double murder accused Bijaya Ketana Sethi has been convicted by the Sessions Judge, Khordhaon Saturday and sentenced to life imprisonment. Bijaya, who was working as a mechanic in CTTC, Bhubaneswar, was accused of murdering his wife, Gayatri Sethi, and sister-in-law Saraswati Sethi. The victims bodies were discovered in Bijayas rented residence in the [] The post Man Gets Life Imprisonment in Double Murder Case appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Tripura Ex-CM meets Odisha BJP leaders to bolster party's electoral prospects
Tripura Ex-CM meets Odisha BJP leaders to bolster party's electoral prospects Former Tripura chief minister Biplab Kumar Deb held a closed-door meeting with Odisha BJP leaders here on Saturday and discussed strategies to increase the vote share of the saffron camp in the upcoming Lok Sabha and assembly elections in the eastern state, party sources said. The discussion was held two days after Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during a meeting with party leaders, had reportedly mentioned that the BJP's vote share soared from 2-3 per cent in Tripura and it managed to come to power there. Sources said Deb was invited by the Odisha BJP to sharpen its strategies before the polls and guide it to achieve the goal. Deb, the Rajya Sabha MP, is expected to stay in Odisha for a month till the end of the elections in the state, they said. Shah had also said that the BJPs vote share in Odisha in the 2019 assembly elections was 32 per cent and 38 per cent in the Lok Sabha polls. ''Therefore, an increase in BJP's vote share is possible and the party can form the government in the state,'' Shah said in the meeting. The Odisha BJP is also contemplating consulting Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma while making its strategies for the elections, a senior party leader said. Assam was another state where the BJP improved its vote share and formed the government. If required, we will consult chief ministers of other BJP-ruled states and strategists to achieve the goal in Odisha, the party leader said. Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, one of the BJPs star campaigners, is scheduled to participate in a roadshow for party nominee Pradip Purohit from the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency on Sunday. Sai will join the roadshow in the Jharsuguda assembly segment.
BJD Declares 3 More Seats for Assembly Polls in Odisha, 2 Sitting MLAs Tickets Axed
Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday evening announced its eighth list of Assembly candidates. In the eighth list, the party announced candidates for 3 seats Bhograi, Begunia, and Khurda. Below is BJD's 8th list of Assembly candidates: Bhograi: Goutam Buddha Das Begunia: Pradeep Kumar Sahu Khordha: Rajendra Kumar Sahu In the eighth phase, the ruling party has axed tickets of two sitting MLAs Bhograi MLA Ananta Das and Khurda MLA Jyotindranath Mitra. Ananta Das had been lobbying for a ticket for his son, as he was ailing. However, he has been replaced with Goutam Buddha Das this time. Khurda MLA Jyotindranath Mitra was replaced by Rajendra Kumar Sahu. The BJD has so far declared candidates for 144 seats. It is yet to announce candidates for Khandapada, Nilagiri and Korei seats where infighting is reportedly been acute over ticket aspirations.
Odisha Assembly Polls: BJP Names 8 More Candidates Including 4 Turncoats
These turncoats are Seemarani Nayak (Hindol), Arindam Roy (Salipur), Geetanjali Sethi (Kendrapara), and Prasant Jagdev (Khurda)
BJD Drops Two Sitting MLAs In 8th List For Odisha Assembly Polls
Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president, Naveen Patnaik Saturday announced candidates for three Assembly seats in the eighth list, denying party tickets to two sitting BJD MLAs. BJDs 8th list for Odisha assembly polls featured the candidature of Gautam Buddha Das from Bhograi, Pradeep Sahu from Begunia and Rajendra Kumar Sahu from Khurda. With this [] The post BJD Drops Two Sitting MLAs In 8th List For Odisha Assembly Polls appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Traces of cancer-causing chemical detected in 527 products associated with India
New Delhi: Food safety authorities in the European Union have found traces of ethylene oxide, a cancer-causing chemical, in 527 products linked to India between September 2020 and April 2024. This revelation has prompted bans on Indian products in regions like Hong Kong and Singapore due to their carcinogenic properties. Despite routine discoveries of ethylene []
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Odisha: BJP releases 8 more names for Odisha Assembly elections; 4 BJD turncoats get tickets
Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday released the list of candidates for eight more assembly constituencies of Odisha. This list contains names of four persons who recently quit the ruling Biju Janata Dal and joined the saffron party. While the party fielded Prasanta Kumar Jagadev for the Khurdha seat, Ollywood actor Arindam Roy was named party candidate for the Salipur seat. The saffron has so far declared 140 names for assembly polls. It is expected to announce the remaining seven names in a day or two, party sources said. The six candidates include Fakir Mohan Naik (Telkoi), Murali Manohar Sharma (Champua), Rabindra Andia (Basta), Banikalyan Mohanty (Basudevpur). Seemarani Nayak (Hindol), Geetanjali Sethi (Kendrapara). On being nominated from the Khurda assembly seat, Prasanta Kumar Jagadev expressed his happiness and gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha Aparajita Sarangi. The fight for Khurda seat will be one-sided because the ruling party is like a fan without electricity. The BJP will come out victorious. The day when Prasanta Jagadev joined the BJP, the BJDs fortress in Khurda caved in. I will go to the people with Prime Minister Narendra Modis clarion call of Viksit Bharat and Viksit Odisha, Amit Shahs Is Baar Odisha Main BJP Sarkar; and Bhubaneswar MP candidate, Aparajita Sarangis Lok Niti and Lok Seva, Jagadev said. elkoi Assembly candidate, Fakir Mohan Naik said, Even though the BJD has been ruling for the last 25 years, the development seems to have detoured Telkoi. It is lagging behind in road communication, education and health sectors. This is why people have decided to bring in a change. And this change will start from Telkoi and there will be a double-engine government in Odisha. Similarly, Geetanjali Sethi, who has been nominated for the Kendrapara Assembly seat, said the fight is not going to be intense as her opponents in the ring have already been rejected by the people in the past. It will be a clean sweep for us. People will join in the wave of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP to ensure a double-engine government in Odisha. Though my opponents are experienced politicians, people will reject them as they are looking forward to a new face, Sethi said. Salipur has been the fortress of BJD. But this time, the fortress would be pulled down. People will do it. I cant do it alone. I will go to each and every voter of Salipur, listen to them and then only I will decide my future course of action. I am assuring them that I will be with them whenever they want me, said actor-turned-politician Arindam Roy, BJPs Salipur Assembly candidate.
Yemens Houthis Attack India-Bound Oil Ship in Red Sea
The Iran-aligned Houthis claimed to have attacked a British crude oil ship, Andromeda Star with missiles, which was heading to India in the Red Sea on Saturday. They also claimed to have shot down an American MQ9 unmanned aerial vehicle in Saada governorate. The Houthis have warned that they will continue to carry out more [] The post Yemens Houthis Attack India-Bound Oil Ship in Red Sea appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
KL Rahul, Deepak Hooda fifties take Lucknow Super Giants to 196/5 against Rajasthan Royals
Lucknow: KL Rahul (76) dug deep with Deepak Hooda (50) as Lucknow Super Giants managed a competitive 196/5 against Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League clash here Saturday. Rahul and Hooda gave LSG a solid footing with a 62-ball 115-run stand for the third wicket after early blows, but the failure of others meant []
Odisha Scorches Under Heatwave, Bhubaneswar Records 44.6 Degrees Celsius
Odisha Scorches Under Heatwave, Bhubaneswar Records 44.6 Degrees Celsius The scorching heatwave gripping Odisha has severely disrupted daily life, with temperatures soaring to alarming levels. The industrial town of Angul recorded a blistering 44.7 degrees Celsius, while Bhubaneswar, the state capital, sweltered at 44.6 degrees Celsius, marking the highest temperature this summer, weather officials said. According to the evening bulletin by the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar, a staggering 14 places in the state witnessed temperatures soaring above 43 degrees Celsius on Saturday. Severe heatwave prevailed over in districts like Khurda, Mayurbhanj, Jajpur, and Dhenkanal, while the districts of Jagatsinghpur, Cuttack, Angul, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Balasore, Nuapada, Nayagah and Deogarh faced heatwaves, IMD said. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red warning (be alert) in 10 out of the state's 30 districts. Bhubaneswar was followed by Baripada with 44.2 degree Celsius , while Boudh, Dhenkanal and Bhawanipatna recorded 43.7 degree Celsius. Similarly, Nuapada and Jharsuguda registered a maximum temperature of 43.6 degrees, while Jajpur, Talcher and Nayagarh sizzled at 43.5 degree Celsius. IMD's weather scientist Umashankar Dash said Bhubaneswar crossed the 44-degree mark for the first time this season. He advised people to stay indoors between 11 am and 3 pm due to the prevailing hot and humid conditions. The unbearable heat wave compelled residents to stay indoors, leading to deserted roads in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack between 10 am and 4 pm. In its mid-day bulletin, the Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar forecast further temperature rise in the next 24 hours due to dry air and high solar insolation. The weather office issued a red warning for the districts of Mayurbhanj, Jajpur, Keonjhar, Angul, Dhenkanal, Boudh, Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Khurda and Cuttack and forecast that heatwave to severe heatwave condition. It also issued orange warning and said heatwave condition is likely to prevail in the districts of Deogarh, Sambalpur, Sonepur, Balangir, Nuapada, Kalahandi, Kandhamal, Nayagarh, Rayagada, Bhadrak, Balasore, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapada, Malkangiri, Ganjam and Gajapati.
Deadly Car Crash Kills Three Indian Women in US
Three Indian women were killed in a deadly crash in the US state of South Carolina near Greenville County. Their overspeeding car veered out of control before jumping at least 20 feet in the air and crashing into trees, media reports said. According to the police report, the three women identified as Rekhaben Patel, Sangitaben [] The post Deadly Car Crash Kills Three Indian Women in US appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Odisha Turns Into Boiling Cauldron As 33 Cities Record Above 40C, Angul Sizzles At 44.7C
Bhubaneswar: Severe heatwave conditions prevailed across the state on Saturday as 33 cities in Odisha recorded maximum day temperature of 40C or above. Of the 33 stations recording above 40C, the mercury soared above 43C at 14 places. According to the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre, Angul was the hottest city in the state today with 44.7C [] The post Odisha Turns Into Boiling Cauldron As 33 Cities Record Above 40C, Angul Sizzles At 44.7C appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Should we fear inheritance tax? Hard truths and the Chidambaram-Jaitley dalliance with it
Inheritance tax is suddenly among the hottest topics this election season. It was first introduced in 1953, but ground into dust nearly four decades ago in 1985. But thanks to the now raging row over it, inheritance tax -- variously called as estate duty, or succession duty, or death tax -- seems to have escaped the undertaker's notice with both Congress and BJP accusing each other of reviving it from the boneyard. Given all the fuss around the inheritance tax, what's surprising is that it didn't actually deliver a hunk of meat. As against the government's estimate of Rs 4 crore collections during the first year of its rollout in 1954-55, revised collections stood at an unspeakable Rs 1.26 crore. And by the time it was scrapped in 1985, estate duty collections turned in just Rs 20 crore, which critics will conclude as crumbs from the rich man's table. Moreover, the tax faced public opposition due to its steep rates, starting from 7.5% for properties valued at Rs 1 lakh and reaching up to 85% for properties valued over Rs 20 lakh. Bowing to criticism and considering that the cost exceeded tax collections, the Rajiv Gandhi government eventually abolished it. Interestingly, both the UPA and NDA governments wanted to take a second bite at the cherry and have sounded off the idea and the need to reintroduce inheritance tax in the past decade and a half. If P Chidambaram, as Home Minister and Finance Minister, spoke in favour of the death tax between 2011 and 2013, Arun Jaitely carried the torch for it through 2017-2018. RIP Arun Jaitley: The man who guided Modi through the corridors of power However, the pitchmen on both sides are now disowning the very idea they once proposed as if it's some junk in the trunk. In fact, none of the party manifestos make even a mention of the infamous inheritance tax. Perhaps, they all fear getting bad rap from voters, who are smart enough to know that some or other trap lies in wait. For, not all promises in the manifestos are fulfilled. Likewise, what's never mentioned during electioneering may sooner or later find its way into taxpayers' wallets. So at this point, the death tax's greatest political value is in being the bad guy and the intensity with which each party abandons the proposal will gain that much voter goodwill goes the belief. What's the fuss about? It all started with comments from Sam Pitroda , Chairman, Indian Overseas Congress, who advocated a US-style inheritance tax policy in India. Citing the US inheritance tax policy, he said, Probably 45% of a US citizen's wealth can be transferred to his children, 55% is grabbed by the government. That's an interesting law. Reacting to Pitroda's remarks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi charged head-first, alleging that Congress would impose such a tax if voted to power. Criticizing Modi's allegations of Congress redistributing citizens' wealth among Muslims, Pitroda said his party would frame a policy through which the wealth distribution would be better. Strangely, Pitroda's suggestions were vehemently dismissed by his party itself led by none other than Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, followed by general secretary Jairam Ramesh who clarified, I would like to categorically state that Congress has no plan on the inheritance tax. Pitroda is a very distinguished professional and has expressed his views in the American context, which has no relevance for us. He does not speak on behalf of the Congress. Further, Ramesh said it was Rajiv Gandhi who abolished Estate Duty in 1985 and alleged that it was the Modi government that has wanted to impose the tax, citing various instances from 2014, 2017, and 2018 when then Finance Minister Arun Jaitley talked about it. But the Prime Minister maintained that it was Rajiv Gandhi who abolished the inheritance tax in 1985, not because of taxpayer interest, but to prevent the government from grabbing family wealth. Addressing a rally in Madhya Pradesh's Morena last week, he said, Listen with your ears wide open about the sins that the Congress has committed. I want to put forth an interesting fact. When sister Indira Gandhi passed away, there was a law under which half the portion of the wealth used to go to the government. There was a talk then that Indiraji willed her wealth in her son Rajiv Gandhi's name. To save the money going to the government, then PM Rajiv Gandhi abolished the inheritance tax. What's a death tax? As Modi quipped, it's a ' zindagi ke saath bhi, zindagi ke baadh bhi ', levy on individuals. The tax is imposed on the total value of assets left behind by a deceased person, and the heirs were required to pay a certain percentage of the value as tax to the government. These assets included movable and immovable property owned by the deceased in India and outside, which were passed on to a successor, if the person died in India. If not, estate duty was levied only on immovable property in India and all movable properties. Immovable properties outside India were not taxed. The Act was later amended in 1960 to exclude properties in Odisha, West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir and further in 1968, 1982 and 1984 to include amendments made by other Finance laws. Separately, India also previously had a wealth tax and a gift tax, which were done away with in 2015 and 1998, respectively. Governments believe that both inheritance and gift tax are progressive, i.e., the greater the amount inherited, the higher the tax rate. But unlike other countries, in India, as per the Income Tax Act of 1961, no tax is levied on the inherited assets, whether movable or immovable, irrespective of whether the transfer of assets happen through a will or by succession. However, tax will be levied if the new owner decides to sell the property. In case of movable assets like mutual funds, gold, shares, etc., the new owner is not liable to pay any tax until they decided to sell. In contrast, most European, American and African nations levy inheritance tax, and according to PwC, depending on the country, the rate of tax varies at a maximum of 60%. While France imposes 60% tax, Germany has a 50% tax rate, and UK at 40%. Likewise, Asian countries too levy the tax with Japan imposing 55%, South Korea 50%, and Taiwan 20%. Two heterosexual Irish men marry to avoid inheritance tax India also tried its hand at what's called a Gift Tax passed in 1958, imposing a duty on any gift, including movable or immovable property transferred from one person to another without considering its monetary in a given financial year. All taxable gifts were imposed a 30% duty, but this was scrapped in 1998. It was reintroduced in 2004 and any cash gifts above Rs 50,000 and any gifts in kind like immovable property above Rs 50,000 in value are taxable. Exceptions include donations, inheritance and gift money received during weddings. Besides inheritance tax and gift tax, India also imposed a separate wealth tax. Rolled out in 1957, the government levied a 1% duty on individual earnings of over Rs 30 lakh in a financial year. Besides, tax was imposed on all assets of Indian citizens and only Indian assets of non-residential Indians. These include gold, silver and platinum ornaments, transport vehicles like private aircrafts, ships, and cars, property apart from one's residential home and any cash above Rs 50,000 with some exceptions. This wealth tax too was abolished in 2015 due to high execution costs. Who's for and against inheritance tax? In 2011, then Home Minister P Chidambaram batted for higher taxes on luxury products and re-imposing inheritance tax. Again in 2013, prior to the Union Budget, he said, Non-debt revenue should be increased; therefore, the rich must be prepared to pay more tax. At another event in 2013, he called for a debate on the need for inheritance tax and questioned the accumulation of wealth by a few individuals. Yet, Jairam Ramesh claimed that the Congress has no plan whatsoever to introduce an inheritance tax. He took to social media platform X to assert his views: Fact one: Jayant Sinha, then Minister of State for Finance, publicly stated that he wanted to introduce Inheritance Tax in 2014. Fact two: In 2017, reports emerged that the Modi Sarkar was going to re-introduce inheritance tax. Fact three: In 2018, the Finance Minister Arun Jaitley praised Inheritance Taxes for spurring large endowments to hospitals, universities in the West. Fact four: News reports emerged that Modi Sarkar would introduce an Inheritance Tax in Union Budget 2019. Over to you Prime Minister Modi -- what is your party's stance on this issue? Based on news reports in 2017, Jaitley seems to have toyed with the idea of taxing inherited wealth on any property or cash above Rs 50,000 received or inherited by a person as an income from other sources. Later in 2018, he claimed that inheritance tax was the reason for large endowments to hospitals, universities, and other institutions in the West. Though there was no official word, speculation was rife about the potential reintroduction of the inheritance tax during Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharamans first Budget in 2019. Five years later, Sitharaman has, following the Prime Minister's lead this election season, emphasized that the country's progress in the last ten years will go to zero if inheritance tax was implemented. Although there are several papers on the topic, there's no consensus in the literature about whether inheritances increase or decrease wealth inequality. Notably, as securities lawyer Sandeep Parekh wrote on X, There's no one country in the past 100 years, which has distributed wealth and yet survived, leave alone becoming prosperous. Pushing inheritance is a guaranteed means of exporting your wealth creators, or at least the wealth creation out of the nation. The debate can wait till we are a rich nation. Rs 700 per vote: Inside India's record-breaking election!
Odisha braces for Super Sunday clash between JP Nadda and Rahul Gandhi
Bhubaneswar : Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president JP Nadda and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will on Sunday hit the campaign trail in Odisha, to add further impetus to their respective party workers and cadres. According to state BJP spokesperson Golak Nayak, Nadda will arrive in the state in the evening and address a public rally at Ambapua near Berhampur town in Ganjam district. Besides, he will have an exhaustive interaction with the partys workers hailing from three Lok Sabha constituencies Berhampur, Koraput and Nabarangpur, all South Odisha. The BJP is fast catching up with the voters in Odisha by spreading the message of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to build a Vikshit Bharat by 2047. And, there is tremendous enthusiasm among the voters to be a part of our partys mission to bring our own government in Odisha. JP Nadda ji will guide us on how to accomplish our goal, said Nayak. The BJP has fielded Pradip Panigrahi for Berhampur Lok Sabha seat. For the Koraput and Nabarangpur seats, it has landed Kaliram Majhi and Balabhadra Majhi respectively. Rahul Gandhi, on the other hand, will kick-start his campaign in Odisha from Salipur in coastal Cuttack district. Before addressing the public rally, the Congress leader will visit the birthplace of Madhusudan Das, a legal luminary who played a crucial role in the formation of Odisha as a separate state, and pay homage to him. We are eagerly waiting for our leader Rahul Gandhis arrival. He knows Odisha quite well. All of us know that he has special affinity with the tribals of our state. His speech at the Salipur public rally will surely instill spirits and enthusiasm in our workers and leaders, as well, senior Congress leader Biswa Mohan Mohanty said. The Congress, which ruled the state for over four decades, is seriously struggling to put up a good show in electoral exercises. It has got only nine members in the 147-member Odisha Legislative Assembly. Of the 21 Lok Sabha seats in the state, it won only one in 2019. Sriram Dash, a senior political analyst, said, Odisha will witness a Super Sunday clash tomorrow. While the BJP has made its stand clear to take on the BJD, it will be interesting how Rahul Gandhi articulates his partys mission, especially with regard to Odisha.
DC vs MI, IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals Beat Mumbai Indians By 10 Runs
A blockbuster batting effort, led by Jake Fraser-McGurk (84 off 27), helped Delhi Capitals notch their second-consecutive win as they beat Mumbai Indians by 10 runs in another tightly-contested high-scoring match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Fraser-McGurk set the tone with a fearless knock after being asked to bat first. Shai Hope (41 [] The post DC vs MI, IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals Beat Mumbai Indians By 10 Runs appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Mohun Bagan aim to overcome deficit with home advantage, reignite treble ambitions
Mohun Bagan aim to overcome deficit with home advantage, reignite treble ambitions A one-goal deficit is what Mohun Bagan will have to overturn against Odisha FC to continue their dream of becoming the first team to win both the League Winners Shield and the ISL title in their return leg semifinal here on Sunday. They will be backed by a crowd of 60,000-plus at the Salt Lake Stadium as the Antonio Lopez Habas-coached side will make a return to the same venue two weeks after they defeated Mumbai City FC in the ISL final round to win their maiden Shield. It was Mohun Bagan's second triumph this season that began with victory in the Durand Cup and was followed by East Bengal's Super Cup and Mohammedan Sporting's I-League triumph, making it four titles by the city's Big Three this season. That the ISL summit clash on May 4 will be at the Salt Lake Stadium, if Mohun Bagan make the final, will be an added incentive for the Mariners. The home side would be desperate to overcome the first hurdle. The match will go to extra time if Mohun Bagan get a one-goal advantage in regulation time. The Subhasish Bose-led side, who will miss key marksman Armando Sadiku up front because of a suspension, will have to bring out their A-game into play. ''This will be like a final for us, and we will play like champions,'' Manvir Singh, who scored the solitary goal against Odisha in the first leg semis, said in the pre-match interaction here. ''We are just confident. I believe in myself and in my team and will do whatever coach says. We are champions and that's our motivation. We have an opportunity to win our third trophy this season, and we won't let go this opportunity go to waste.'' In the opposition ranks will be Bagan's former star player Roy Krishna, the 36-year-old Fijian forward who knows the conditions here, having spent three seasons. With 13 goals to his name, Roy Krishna has been Odisha's leading striker this season. The veteran was all over the pitch, controlling the game against Mohun Bagan in the first leg semi-finals. It remains to be seen how Habas counters Roy Krishna. ''Roy is massive for Odisha. Two accidental moves and we lost the match. This is football. ''I don't have anytime for changing the formation in 2-3 days. But we have this option of changing the formation during the match,'' said the tactician from Spain. He said the loss was an aberration for the Mariners who may have been complacent after winning the coveted Shield. ''When you lose one match, you have to analyse the match and rectify. I feel that may be the team did not give their 100 per cent. ''For me the first priority was to win the League Shield and once we did that it's normal to feel relaxed. But it's now or never and we have to go out there and compete 100 per cent tomorrow,'' he said. Having secured a narrow 2-1 lead in the first leg at their fortress, the Kalinga Warriors will be without their key defender Carlos Delgado, red-carded in the previous game. His absence will provide Mohun Bagan a perfect opportunity. Their win against the Mariners in the first leg semifinal was their first in the ISL and second overall, having beaten them 5-2 in the AFC Cup earlier this season. Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera exuded confidence and highlighted their impressive unbeaten home run. ''I think to be unbeaten all of the season in the stadium is amazing. I think the players did an amazing job,'' Lobera said. While acknowledging the upcoming challenge, the coach remained focused on reaching the final. ''Big game against a big team, in a very good stadium, a difficult place to play but we did it in AFC Cup also,'' he said. ''The team shows the character we need to show for the big games and I am excited about this game. I am confident because my players always have shown everyone they are ready for a big game. ''I am in a positive mentality and I think we can get a very good result and reach the final.'' Lobera further said the pressure would be on Mohun Bagan to win the trophy at home. ''When you are playing in front of a lot of people with a stadium like this full, it means you are playing for something important,'' he said. ''They are feeling more pressure than us because it's compulsory for some teams to win a trophy,'' he said. ''But we are in a very good position, a long way to arrive here in this position. We need to enjoy the moment and we need to try to make our people happy because they deserve this.''
Heatwave Grips Odisha: Bhubaneswar Hits Season's High at 44.6C
Odisha reels as temperatures soar, IMD issues red alert for Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, warns of continued heatwave
Odisha: BJD announces candidates for three more Assembly seats, drops two MLAs
Bhubaneswar: BJD Saturday announced candidates for three more Assembly segments in Odisha, dropping two incumbent MLAs. Chief Minister and BJD President Naveen Patnaik nominated Begunia MLA Rajendra Kumar Sahoo from the Khurda Assembly seat which is now represented by Jyotirindra Nath Mitra. The party also fielded debutant Goutam Buddha Das from the Bhograi Assembly segment, []
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Rajasthan Royals opt to field against Lucknow Super Giants
Lucknow: Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson won the toss and decided to field against Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League match here Saturday. Both LSG and RR have retained the same playing XIs from their respective previous matches. Placed at the top of the table with 14 points in bag, RR will look []
Arrests Made in Delhi for Marijuana Sales, Ex-Serviceman Involved
Arrests Made in Delhi for Marijuana Sales, Ex-Serviceman Involved The Delhi police has arrested three people, including an ex-serviceman and a minor for allegedly selling marijuana here, officials said on Saturday. The accused were identified as Sujit Kumar Shah, Kamlesh Kumar and a minor, police said. Kamlesh is an ex-serviceman and was working as a guest faculty in various colleges in Uttar Pradesh after completing his PhD, police said. ''Information was received regarding a gang involved in the illegal trafficking of marijuana in the Delhi and NCR area. It was revealed that a huge quantity of marijuana was transported in an auto from New Delhi Railway Station to Jahangirpuri. Following this, a trap was laid and they were arrested,'' Deputy Commissioner of Police (crime) Satish Kumar said. Sujit, an auto-driver told the police that he had gone to collect the consignment from the Railway station with his brother-in-law Virendra, the DCP said. ''Virender gave Rs 50,000 to Kamlesh, to collect the consignment and left the place after directing them to come to Jahangirpuri. A trap was laid near Mukundpur on Friday night and Sujit along with Kamlesh and a juvenile were arrested,'' DCP said. Kamlesh, the kingpin of the illegal trade would carry the consignment from Odisha via train and deliver it to a man in Mukherjee Nagar and Maurice Nagar in Delhi, he said. Police team have recovered 50 kilograms of marijuana and an auto rickshaw used for transportation, he said. A case was registered and efforts are being made to arrest other associates as well, he added.
Lok Sabha polls | A feisty electoral battle on the anvil in Odisha CMs home district
In Berhampur, both the BJP and BJD candidates have switched loyalties and are fighting against their former parties; BJD hopes to hold on to Patnaik bastion while BJP is counting on Mr. Modis popularity
1,500 Sikhs join BJP ahead of Lok Sabha polls in Delhi, Punjab
New Delhi: In a significant development, 1,500 members from the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee, along with Singh Sabha and other Sikh organisations, joined BJP Saturday, just weeks ahead of Lok Sabha elections in Delhi and Punjab. At a grand ceremony held at the partys central office in New Delhi, BJPs National General Secretary Tarun []
Trailer of Danish Javed directed film Pyar Ke Do Naam is out now
Reliance Entertainment presents, produced by Vijay Goel and Danish Javeds film is set to release in cinemas on 3rd May. The trailer of Pyar Ke Do Naam is the first movie to be filmed on the campus of Aligarh Muslim University In the realm of Bollywood cinema, love has been defined time and again through [] The post Trailer of Danish Javed directed film Pyar Ke Do Naam is out now appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
OSSC CGL Admit Card 2023 Released for Group-B & C Specialist Posts: Download CV Call Letter Now
Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of candidates for Combined Graduate Level vacancies. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for these positions. Below are the details regarding important dates, eligibility criteria, and the application process.
BJD Names Three More Candidates In 8th List For Odisha Assembly Elections
Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Saturday announced the candidates for three more assembly seats in Odisha for the ensuing elections. TheBJDs 8th list for Odisha assembly polls came soon after BJP named candidates for 8 assembly seats in Odisha. As per the announcement, the ruling party has fielded Gautam Buddha Das fromBhograi assembly [] The post BJD Names Three More Candidates In 8th List For Odisha Assembly Elections appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Odisha Assembly polls: BJP names eight more candidates including four turncoats
Bhubaneswar: BJP Saturday announced the names of eight more candidates for the Assembly polls in Odisha, with four of them being former members of the ruling BJD who switched allegiance to the saffron party recently. These turncoats are Seemarani Nayak (Hindol), Arindam Roy (Salipur), Gitanjali Sethi (Kendrapara) and Prasant Jagdev (Khurda). Jagdev, formerly a BJD []
Mamata Banerjee Injured after Falling Inside Helicopter
Kolkata:West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sustained injuries after falling inside a helicopter while boarding it for Lok Sabha election campaigning on Saturday. Reports say, she reportedly suffered a minor injury. Later, she continued with her onward travel to Asansol. The West Bengal CM slipped and fell while taking a seat after boarding her helicopter [] The post Mamata Banerjee Injured after Falling Inside Helicopter appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
BJP releases fourth list of candidates for Odisha Assembly elections
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday released its fourth list of candidates for the Odisha Assembly elections. On the eight-member list are Murali Manohar Sharma, Arindam Roy and Dr Fakir Mohan Naik, among others. The latest list from the saffron party features two SC candidates and one ST candidate.
BJP Names Candidates for Eight Assembly Seats in Odisha
Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday announced candidates for eight more Assembly seats in Odisha for the upcoming elections. Here is the List of BJP candidates: Telkoi (ST): Dr.Fakir Mohan Nayak Champua: Murali Manohar Sharma Basta: Rabindra Andia Basudevpur: Banikalyan Mohanty Hindol (SC): Seemarani Nayak Salepur: Arindam Roy Kendrapara (SC): Geetanjali Sethy Khurda: [] The post BJP Names Candidates for Eight Assembly Seats in Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Delhi Capitals post 257/4 against Mumbai Indians
New Delhi: Delhi Capitals posted a massive score of 257/4 against Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League match here Saturday. Sent into bat, young Jake Fraser-McGurk started smashing the ball around from the get go and propelled DC to 92 for no loss in the powerplay. Fraser-McGurk blazed away to a 25-ball 84 before []
Dubai: Iran Saturday said the mostly Indian crew of a Portuguese-flagged ship that was seized by Iranian forces in its maritime territory two weeks ago is being granted consular access, raising hopes for their early release and extradition. Irans paramilitary Revolutionary Guard April 13 seized the Israeli-affiliated, Portuguese-flagged MSC Aries, a container ship, manned by []
Kolkata: Buoyed by his teams come-from-behind win in the first leg, Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera is bullish as they prepare to defend their lead against Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the second leg of the first semifinal of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here Sunday. []
China launches first of eight Hangor-class submarine built for Pakistan
Islamabad/Beijing: China has launched the first of the eight Hangor-class submarines to be built for its all-weather ally Pakistan to provide it with state-of-the-art warships, adding a new dimension to their growing bilateral military cooperation. The launch ceremony, held at Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Groups (WSIG) Shuangliu Base Friday, was attended by Pakistan Navy chief Admiral []
Ramayana First Look: Ranbir Kapoor As Shri Ram, Sai Pallavi As Maa Sita
Nitesh Tiwaris much-awaited magnum opus, Ramayana hits headlines once again. Although the mythological epic is yet to be officially announced, Ramayana manages to grab attention now and then. Amid much anticipation, Ranbir Kapoor & Sai Pallavis first look as Ram-Sita got leaked on social media. Ramayana Cast, Plot Deets & More Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, [] The post Ramayana First Look: Ranbir Kapoor As Shri Ram, Sai Pallavi As Maa Sita appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Heatwave sweeps Odisha, Bhubaneswar records 44.6 degree Celsius
Bhubaneswar: With heatwave sweeping across Odisha, the mercury touched 44.6 degree Celsius in the state capital Saturday, the highest during this summer. Bhubaneswar day temperature touched 44.6 degree Celsius during the day at 2.30 pm, weather scientist Umashaknar Dash told reporters in Bhubaneswar. He said the temperature in Bhubaneswar crossed 44 degree Celsius for the []
Severe Heatwave In West Bengal, Odisha, Weather Office Issues Red Alert
The Indian Metrological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that it has issued a red alert for Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal due to severe heatwave conditions in this part.
Top 10 Mystery Movies of All Time
Popular genres like crime, thriller, and mystery are still just as relevant as ever. Mystery movies are especially having a renaissance, with massively popular recent entries in the genre proving renewed interest in the familiar formula. (10) Chinatown (1974): A renowned neo-noir mystery film, director Roman PolanskisChinatownis a genre-defining timeless masterpiece that follows private detective [] The post Top 10 Mystery Movies of All Time appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Temperature In Bhubaneswar Reaches 44.6C, Red Alert Issued For Twin City
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswars temperature reached 44.6C, making it the hottest place in Odisha by 2:30 pm, informed the MeT. Reports further said that a red alert has been issued for the twin city. The Meteorological Center here in Bhubaneswar has warned of severe heatwave in Odisha for five days that is till May 4. The [] The post Temperature In Bhubaneswar Reaches 44.6C, Red Alert Issued For Twin City appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Indian cyber agency finds multiple bugs in Cisco products
New Delhi: The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) which comes under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, has issued an advisory over three serious vulnerabilities in networking giant Cisco products that could allow hackers to gain access, infiltrate into computer systems and steal data. The vulnerabilities reported in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) []
Kalinga Literary Festival Relaunches Monthly Community Literary Event KLF Corner
Bhubaneswar: Kalinga Literary Festival, in collaboration with Oxford Bookstore Bhubaneswar, proudly unveiled the rejuvenation of its monthly community literary event with an electrifying book launch of Novoneel Chakrabortys latest masterpiece, The Heartbreak Club, published by Westland Books. The event, held at Oxford Bookstore Bhubaneswar, saw an enthusiastic gathering of literary enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the opportunity [] The post Kalinga Literary Festival Relaunches Monthly Community Literary Event KLF Corner appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Britney Spears, her father Jamie settle legal dispute over conservatorship
Los Angeles: Pop icon Britney Spears and her father, Jamie Spears, will no longer be pursuing the legal battle over her conservatorship. The two have settled the dispute over legal fees after the first filing in December 2021. More than two years after the conservatorship that had given the singers father control of her life []
IAS Officer Aravind Agrawal Gets Additional Charge As Secy To Odisha Governor
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Government has appointed IAS Officer Aravind Agrawal to take additional responsibility as the Secretary to Governor Raghubar Das. As per the office order issued by General Administration & Public Grievance Department, the 2007-batch IAS Officer Aravind Agrawal, who is currently serving as the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of Higher Education Department with additional charge of [] The post IAS Officer Aravind Agrawal Gets Additional Charge As Secy To Odisha Governor appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
ED acted in most highhanded manner in excise policy case, Kejriwal tells Supreme Court
New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Saturday told the Supreme Court that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has acted in a most highhanded manner in a money-laundering case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam. In a rejoinder to the EDs reply affidavit filed on his petition challenging his arrest in the case, Kejriwal said []
Kalahandi: Ex-Sarapanch Gets 1-Yr RI For Taking Rs 15K Bribe
Kalahandi: A vigilance court in Bhawanipatna convicted the former Sarpanch of Ardi panchayat in Kalahandi district for demanding and accepting a bribe. The accused has been identified as Phulmati Majhi, Ex-Sarapanch of Adri Panchayat, Th. Rampur Block in Kalahandi district. Majhi was charge-sheeted by Odisha Vigilance in a case vide Spl. Judge, Vigilance, Bhawanipatna TR [] The post Kalahandi: Ex-Sarapanch Gets 1-Yr RI For Taking Rs 15K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Moscow renews attacks on Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones at southern Russia
Kyiv: Russia launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine overnight, in attacks that appeared to target the countrys energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia said its air defence systems had intercepted more than 60 Ukrainian drones over the southern Krasnodar region. Ukraines air force said Saturday that Russia had launched 34 missiles against Ukraine overnight, of which []
Mamata Banerjee loses balance while boarding helicopter
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee lost her balance and fell while boarding a helicopter in Durgapur in Paschim Bardhaman district Saturday afternoon. She was on the way to Kulti for an election rally when the incident happened. The CM fell inside the helicopter after losing her balance while she was trying to sit. []
Nayagarh Residents Khadya Seva Rath to Seva Ambulance: A Journey of Compassion and Service
Nayagarh: In a heartwarming tale of resilience and compassion, a resident of Nayagarh, Bibhuti Bhusan Patnaik has been serving the community for the past four years through his Sai Prasad Khadya Seva Rath, providing free food to the needy in front of temples and ashrams. This noble initiative began as a way for him [] The post Nayagarh Residents Khadya Seva Rath to Seva Ambulance: A Journey of Compassion and Service appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
A local Singaporean tea stall vendor, heaps praise on Yamis performance in Article 370!
Yami Gautams latest cinematic endeavour, Article 370, has transcended its national impact to resonate globally, showcasing the power of storytelling to bridge cultural gaps and ignite meaningful discussions. Yamis presence and extraordinary performance added commercial viability to the film, and it was a major hit at the ticket window. After a successful theatrical run, Yamis [] The post A local Singaporean tea stall vendor, heaps praise on Yamis performance in Article 370! appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Severe heatwave in gangetic West Bengal and Odisha; red alert issued: IMD
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Southern India's Water Storage Falls to 17% of Reservoir Capacity
The Central Water Commission (CWC) recently released a bulletin regarding reservoir storage levels across various regions of India, revealing that the southern region, which includes Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu, is facing a significant reduction in water storage compared to historical averages. The southern region's 42 reservoirs, monitored by the CWC, have a total live storage capacity of 53.334 billion cubic meters (BCM), but the available live storage is currently only 8.865 BCM, representing just 17% of their total capacity. This figure is much lower than the storage levels from the same period last year (29%) and the ten-year average (23%), indicating worsening water scarcity and potential challenges for irrigation, drinking water supply, and hydroelectric power generation in these states. Meanwhile, the eastern region, comprising states like Assam, Odisha, and West Bengal, has shown improvement in water storage levels compared to last year and the ten-year average. In this region, 23 monitored reservoirs with a total live storage capacity of 20.430 BCM currently hold 7.889 BCM of water, representing 39% of their total capacity. Other regions are also facing challenges. The western region, consisting of Gujarat and Maharashtra, reports storage levels of 11.771 BCM, which is 31.7% of the total capacity of the 49 monitored reservoirs. This is notably lower than the storage levels of the previous year (38%) and the ten-year average (32.1%). Similarly, the northern and central regions also show declines in water storage levels compared to historical averages. Award of 30-Year Management Contract for Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to Indian-Russian Joint Venture NTA Ends NEET UG 2024 Correction Session Today NIA Arrests Key Figure in Violent Attack on Indian High Commission in London
Tajinderpal Singh Toor Highlights Shift In Indian Athletes Attitude Ahead Of Paris Olympics
Bengaluru:Some of Indias finest athletes congregated at yet another edition of the Beyond the Finish Line, a panel discussion held on Friday, the 26th of April, ahead of the 16th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, scheduled to take place on Sunday, 28th April 2024. Present at the occasion was 27-time IBSF world champion, [] The post Tajinderpal Singh Toor Highlights Shift In Indian Athletes Attitude Ahead Of Paris Olympics appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Let us tell you that in view of the scorching heat and heat wave, summer vacation has been announced from April in government and private schools of many states of the country like Maharashtra, Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh and Bihar. The timing of classes has changed. School Holiday: There is relief news for school students. [] The post School Holiday: Relief news for students! Now schools will remain closed for so many days, changes in timings of many schools also first appeared on informalnewz .
Neither Double, Nor Single, Only Naveen Babus Engine In Odisha: Pandian in Nuapada
Nuapada: Senior BJD leader and 5T Chairman Kartik Pandian continued his election campaigning by visiting and addressing public meetings in Nuapada district. The Biju Janata Dal is seeking votes for its candidates to take development forward by making people accountable for development. Pandians campaign has roused thousands of people to the rally. The major [] The post Neither Double, Nor Single, Only Naveen Babus Engine In Odisha: Pandian in Nuapada appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Archery WC: Jyothi grabs hat-trick of gold medals as India sweep compound team events
Shanghai: Asian Games champion Jyothi Surekha Vennams incredible presence of mind helped her bag a stunning hat-trick of gold medals as she spearheaded Indias dominance at the ongoing Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Shanghai Saturday. The world No. 3 Jyothi fought past tournament top seed Andrea Becerra of Mexico in a tight shoot-off finish []
Miffed At Being Denied Ticket, Mohan Hembram Quits Congress
Bhubaneswar: Mohan Hembram resigned from primary membership of Congress after the party replaces him, after giving ticket, with a new candidate for Keonjhar Lok Sabha seat. The decision of AICC has embarrassed us. Why did the party give me ticket if I was not competent enough? I will move court if I am not returned [] The post Miffed At Being Denied Ticket, Mohan Hembram Quits Congress appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
IMD issues red alert for several Odisha districts over severe heat wave conditions
Mannara Chopra, a popular Indian actress continues the Chopra legacy. After Priyanka Chopra, Mannara has recently been awarded as one of the Most Influential Young Indians by GQ magazine. The award recognizes the contribution of young Indians who have made a significant impact in their respective fields. Mannaras sister, Priyanka Chopra, has congratulated her on [] The post Mannara Chopra Gets Shoutout From Sister Priyanka Chopra On Being Awarded One Of The Most Influential Young Indians appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Man gets death sentence for 2019 Nayagarh killings
Death sentence awarded in Nayagarh district for killing two and causing the death of a 7-month-old foetus. Termed a 'rarest of rare' case due to fear, havoc, and brutal murder. Victims include Sethi, Pradhan, pregnant woman. Court orders compensation.
TPSODL Enhances Power Infrastructure In Berhampur City
Berhampur: TPSODL (TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited) has taken significant steps towards ensuring a better and more reliable power supply in Berhampur city. The initiative involves the installation of new distribution transformers across key areas of the city, aimed at elevating the standard of power provision for residents and businesses alike. TPSODL has successfully installed [] The post TPSODL Enhances Power Infrastructure In Berhampur City appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Hanuman Chalisa Significance, Benefits & Meaning
The Hanuman Chalisa is a collection of verses dedicated to Lord Hanuman, who is considered a symbol of devotion, strength, and loyalty in Hindu mythology. This 40-verse (Chalisa) composition, attributed to Tulsidas, one of the most revered poets in Indian history, dates back to the 16th century. The Hanuman Chalisa has been written in Awadhi [] The post Hanuman Chalisa Significance, Benefits & Meaning appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
OJEE 2024 Admit Card released at ojee.nic.in, direct link to download
The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) for the year 2024 is fast approaching, and candidates eagerly await the release of their admit cards. Recently, the OJEE authorities have made a significant announcement by releasing the admit cards for the upcoming examination. Applicants can access their admit cards conveniently by visiting the official website, ojee.nic.in. The website provides a direct link for candidates to download their admit cards hassle-free.
Odisha: Three killed in Angul as motorcycle collides with truck
Angul: Three persons were killed as their motorcycle collided with a truck in Odishas Angul district Saturday morning, police said. The accident happened on NH-55 in the Panchamahala area of the district, they said. All three persons died on the spot. They were identified as Krupa Dehury (48), Rajendra Pradhan (21) and Subrat Pradhan (17). []
BJP eying anti-incumbency, Modi wave in Odisha to defeat BJD: Tomar
Bhubaneswar: The BJP will benefit from the anti-incumbency against the Biju Janata Dal government, which is in power for an unbroken 24 years in Odisha and a strong Modi wave to dethrone Naveen Patnaik from the helm of the state, claimed senior saffron party leader Vijaypal Singh Tomar. In an interview with PTI, Tomar said, []
Top 10 Health Benefits of Watermelon
Watermelon is an abundant source of many useful nutrients including lycopene, vitamin C, vitamin A, and beta-carotene, and it offers several health benefits. 1. Helps in hydration About 100 g or 1 cup of watermelon provides 91.4 g of water; thus, consuming it is a very effective way to increase your daily water consumption. Moreover, [] The post Top 10 Health Benefits of Watermelon appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
