A political row has erupted between Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju over police action during a student protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. Rahul Gandhi accused the police of using pellet guns and spiked batons on peaceful students, leading to serious injuries. He demanded an apology from the PM. Conversely, Kiren Rijiju defended Delhi Police, stating no serious injuries occurred and that the police prevented miscreants disguised as students from marching to Parliament. The two leaders continue to trade allegations over the severity of the incident. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/national-international/rahul-gandhi-questions-police-action-on-students-rijiju-defends-delhi-police/3290608

India is on the verge of victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle. Chasing a target of 372 runs, Sri Lanka ended Day 4 at 84/4. India needs just 6 more wickets on the final day to win. Devdutt Padikkal's 167 and Rishabh Pant's quick 66 helped India set a massive target, while spinner Manav Suthar dominated with the ball. https://odishasambad.in/sri-lanka-requires-another-288-runs/

A heart-wrenching image from a flood-affected area shows a displaced person seeking shelter inside an ATM booth. As floods ravage the region, people are forced to find unconventional places to stay, highlighting the dire situation and helplessness of those affected by the natural calamity. https://odia.news18.com/videos/odisha/a-heartbreaking-scene-of-human-suffering-has-emerged-from-the-flood-affected-areas-along-the-swollen-brahmani-river-in-odisha-lpd-406019.html

Akanksha Ray, originally from Bihar, shared her experience of moving from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, revealing she spent nearly 4 lakh rupees to set up her new life. In an Instagram video, she detailed expenses including 1.2 lakh for a security deposit, 37,000 for monthly rent, and significant costs for furniture, kitchenware, and a new TV. Despite negotiating to save 60,000 rupees and avoiding brokerage through Facebook groups, her total expenditure to turn a vacant 2BHK into a home reached approximately 3.56 lakh rupees. https://argusnews.in/viral-stories/hyderabad-to-bengaluru-shift-cost-4-lakh-corporate-lifestyle-revealed

The Supreme Court has ordered the formation of a high-powered panel to investigate violence and police high-handedness during student protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Led by the CJI, the 3-judge bench directed the panel, which includes former judges and CBI/DGP chiefs, to probe allegations of sexual harassment and online abuse of female protesters. SG Mehta clarified that while an SIT will investigate 2,873 individuals with serious criminal records (murder, rape, etc.), other peaceful protesters will not face investigation. The court will issue further orders after the panel submits its report. https://odishasambad.in/jantar-mantar-protest-supreme-court-committee-cji-surya-kant-student-fir-future-delhi-police/

Under Indian Income Tax rules, certain incomes are exempt from tax. These include agricultural income, gifts from close relatives, inheritance, and scholarships for education. Additionally, gratuity and leave encashment for government employees, and interests from schemes like PPF and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana are tax-free. Withdrawing PF after 5 years of continuous service and life insurance maturity proceeds under Section 10(10D) are also exempt. Understanding these 10 tax-free sources can help individuals save significant money legally. https://odia.news18.com/news/trending/10-tax-free-income-sources-in-india-income-tax-exemption-rules-know-the-details-here-lpd-406013.html

Bollywood star Sunny Deol recently opened up about his financial struggles and a debt of nearly ₹56 crore. During a podcast, he shared that his Juhu bungalow was on the verge of being auctioned due to unpaid loans taken for his film 'Ghayal Once Again'. However, he successfully cleared the debt by selling his property. Following the massive success of 'Gaddar 2', Deol's career is back on track with major upcoming projects like 'Lahore 1947' and 'Ramayana: Part 1', where he will play Lord Hanuman. https://odishasambad.in/gaddar-2-actor-opens-up-about-hard-days-as-family-property-faces-%E2%82%B955-crore-foreclosure/

The central government has announced the National Sports Awards for this year. 17 athletes, including high jumper Tejaswin Shankar and badminton player Gayatri Gopichand, will receive the Arjuna Award. Five coaches have been selected for the Dronacharya Award. Notably, no cricketers were included in the Arjuna Award list this year, and no athlete was selected for the country's highest sporting honor, the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/national-sports-awards-announced-17-athletes-selected-for-prestigious-arjuna-awards-12393182

A former contractual teacher in Balasore, Odisha, attacked a female teacher's family members with a sharp weapon after she rejected his one-sided love proposal. The accused, Prithviraj Kar, had previously lost his job due to misconduct toward the teacher. Out of revenge, he entered her house and critically injured her father, brother, and uncle. The victims are currently undergoing treatment at Balasore District Headquarters Hospital. Police have detained the accused for further investigation. https://argusnews.in/odisha/one-sided-love-turns-tragic-man-attacks-teacher-after-rejection

A severe flood in the Baitarani River has devastated the Dasarathpur block in Jajpur district. Over 1.07 lakh people across 19 panchayats and 65 revenue villages are affected. High water levels on National Highway 20 and local roads have cut off communication. Hundreds of houses have been damaged, and approximately 6,291 hectares of agricultural land have been submerged for a month, leading to extensive crop loss. Relief and rescue operations are currently underway by the local administration. https://sambad.in/state/second-flood-in-baitarani-over-107-lakh-people-affected-across-19-panchayats-in-jajpurs-dasarathpur-12393191