Pragativadi

Pragativadi is a daily newspaper in the Odia language that comes out of Bhubaneswar, India. It ranks among the most widely read newspapers in Odisha. Established in 1985 by Pradyumna Bal, it is now edited by Samahit Bal. In addition to its print edition, Pragativadi has a news website and offers an online version of its newspapers that can be accessed for free by internet users.

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Over 50 Feared Trapped as Bus Overturns in Odisha's Malkangiri

5 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

A passenger bus returning from Hyderabad met with a major accident in the Bijaghati ghat area of Malkangiri district, Odisha, early Monday morning. The bus reportedly lost control at a sharp turn and overturned, trapping over 50 passengers inside. According to sources, the bus was descending a ghat road when the driver apparently lost balance on a curve, leading to the accident.
India Mulls Tariff Retaliation After US Rejects WTO Notice Over Steel and Aluminium Duties

5 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

India is considering retaliatory tariff measures after the United States formally rejected its WTO notice opposing steep duties on steel and aluminium imports. Washington claimed its tariff hikes were not “safeguard measures” and therefore not subject to WTO dispute resolution, officials familiar with the matter confirmed on Sunday.
Colorado Terror Attack: 6 Injured as Suspect Uses Molotov Cocktails, Flamethrower at Pro-Israel Rally

5 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

At least six people were injured in a targeted terror attack during a pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado, on Sunday. The attacker, identified as Mohamed Sabry Soliman (45), allegedly shouted “End Zionists,” “Palestine is free,” and “They are killers” before throwing Molotov cocktails and using a makeshift flamethrower on the crowd. The incident occurred near 13th and Pearl Street during a weekly event called “Run for Their Lives”, organized in solidarity with Israeli victims.
Shreyas Iyer Creates IPL History, Tipped to Lead India in Multiple Formats After Taking PBKS to 2025 Final

5 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer has made IPL history by becoming the first captain to lead three different franchises to the final of the Indian Premier League. After earlier stints with Delhi Capitals (2020) and Kolkata Knight Riders (2024), Iyer has now taken PBKS to their second IPL final, where they will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday.
IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Thunderstorms, Hot and Humid Conditions in Several Odisha Districts

6 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms and hot, humid conditions across various parts of Odisha over the next five days.
Odisha CM Announces Rs 3 Hike Per Litre For OMFED Milk Producers

6 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday announced a Rs 3 per litre hike for milk producers affiliated with OMFED (Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation), marking the state-level celebrations of World Milk Day 2025. The event was held at Lok Seva Bhawan, hosted by the Department of Fisheries and Animal Resources Development. To support farmers further, the Chief Minister declared an accidental death assistance of Rs 1 lakh for OMFED-affiliated dairy farmers.
Sheikh Hasina Charged with Crimes Against Humanity as Bangladesh Tribunal Opens Trial

6 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been formally charged with crimes against humanity, marking a dramatic turn in the country’s political landscape less than a year after her ouster during a violent mass uprising.
Hafiz Saeed’s Jamaat-ud-Dawa Claims Credit for Sheikh Hasina’s Ouster in Bangladesh

6 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

Senior leaders of Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD), the banned Pakistani terror outfit linked to 26/11 mastermind Hafiz Saeed, have publicly claimed responsibility for orchestrating last year’s mass protests in Bangladesh that led to the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024. Saifullah Kasuri, a senior JuD leader, declared during a rally in Rahim Yar Khan, “On May 10, we took revenge for 1971,” referring to the Bangladesh Liberation War.
Operation Sindoor: India Penetrated 300 km Inside Pakistan, Confirms CDS Anil Chauhan

6 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has revealed that Indian forces penetrated as deep as 300 km into Pakistan’s territory during Operation Sindoor, marking one of the boldest military actions in recent Indo-Pak history. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Gen Chauhan emphasized India’s ability to conduct deep, precise conventional strikes without crossing into nuclear escalation territory.
Odisha’s 'Jari Mausi' Kamala Maharana Passes Away at 66

6 days ago | pragativadi.com | Ananya Pattnaik

Kamala Maharana, fondly known across India as ‘Jari Mausi’, passed away on Saturday night at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. She was 66. The national icon from Kendrapara, Odisha, had suffered a severe back injury after a fall at home a few days ago. Despite medical efforts, her condition worsened and she succumbed during treatment.