A heart-wrenching scene has emerged from Bhadrak, Odisha, where a woman affected by floods is forced to live under a polythene sheet with her ailing daughter. Struggling without proper food or shelter, the family is facing severe hardships due to the flood's aftermath. The situation highlights the dire conditions of displaced residents who are battling hunger and sickness under makeshift shelters. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/picture-of-flood-disaster-a-woman-is-starving-with-her-sick-daughter-in-the-sand-12392509

The Supreme Court has cleared the release of Odisha's first animated feature film, 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath'. After facing legal hurdles and controversies regarding the depiction of the deity in animated form, the film is now set for a Pan-India release on August 28, 2026, through Cinepolis. The movie aims to instill cultural values in the younger generation through a fictional story. https://odishasambad.in/odishas-animated-film-mahaprabhu-jagannath-locked-for-august-28-release/

Police and DVF personnel seized 7 quintals of ganja packed in 28 bags during a raid in a forest near Atapada village in Gajapati district, Odisha. The estimated market value of the seized contraband is over 70 lakh rupees. An investigation is currently underway to identify the individuals involved in this illegal trade. https://otvkhabar.in/crime/police-seize-28-sacks-filled-with-ganja-from-forest-area-12392445

A crocodile sighting in the Gobari River near Kendrapara town has sparked panic among residents. The crocodile was spotted behind Bhaskar Cinema, likely washed upstream by floodwaters. Local authorities and the municipality have issued a high alert, warning residents of Kendrapara town, Kapaleswar, and Gulunagar panchayats to stay away from the river. The incident marks the first time a crocodile has been seen so close to the main town area, and social media photos of the reptile have gone viral. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/crocodile-spotted-in-kendrapara-town-administration-warns-people-against-going-near-river-12392567

UP CM Yogi Adityanath has announced a hike in daily duty allowance for Provincial Armed Constabulary (PRD) volunteers from Rs 500 to Rs 600. Additionally, a cashless medical insurance scheme up to Rs 5 lakh has been launched for over 31,000 volunteers and their families. The CM also laid the foundation for a Rs 23 crore multi-storey barrack in Lucknow, noting that the PRD budget has surged from Rs 23 crore to Rs 543 crore since 2017. https://argusnews.in/national/prd-jawans-yogi-government-600-duty-allowance-5-lakh-free-medical-treatment

India has set a challenging target of 372 runs for Sri Lanka in the first Test match at Galle. Despite a strong first innings, the Indian team was bowled out for 193 in their second innings, with Rishabh Pant top-scoring with 66 runs. Sri Lankan bowler Asitha Fernando claimed four wickets. Sri Lanka now needs a significant performance to chase down the target on the final stages of the match. https://www.dharitri.com/india-set-huge-target-for-victory-sri-lanka-needs-miracle/

Tyohar Sweets in Jaipur has introduced a special 'Swarna Shringar' Ghevar for the Teej festival, priced at ₹21,000 per piece (₹51,000 per kg). The luxury sweet is decorated with 24-carat edible gold foil, Iranian saffron, and premium dry fruits like pistachios, cashews, and almonds. Each piece weighs between 380-400 grams. Shop owner Anjali Jain reported that two pieces were sold on the first day, and there is growing demand from customers outside Jaipur. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/sweets-decorated-with-gold/article-38177

In Rajkanika, Kendrapara district, flood victims are facing a severe drinking water crisis. Due to the lack of clean water supply, residents have been forced to drink contaminated floodwater to survive. The local population has expressed frustration over the lack of government intervention and assistance during this crisis. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/because-there-is-no-water-we-have-grown-up-drinking-flood-water-12392474

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay apologized in the state assembly after Forest Minister RB Ranjith addressed former CM M. Karunanidhi without using respectful titles. The DMK MLAs protested the remark, leading to a heated argument. CM Vijay intervened, admitted the mistake on behalf of his minister, and offered an apology with folded hands to calm the situation. https://argusnews.in/national/vijay-apologises-tamil-nadu-assembly-karunanidhi-name

A 6-year-old Pug named Ginny Lu won the 2026 'World's Ugliest Dog' contest held at the Sonoma County Fair in California. Ginny, known for her large eyes and protruding tongue, received a trophy and a $5,000 prize. The competition aims to celebrate the unique traits of dogs and encourage people to adopt animals from rescue centers, a tradition that has continued for 50 years. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/the-ugliest-dog/article-38175