World Lion Day is observed every year on August 10 to raise awareness about the protection and conservation of lions. Initiated in 2013, the day highlights the declining population of African and Asiatic lions due to climate change, illegal hunting, and habitat loss. Currently, fewer than 25,000 lions remain globally. In India, the Gujarat forest department has launched special projects for the conservation of Asiatic lions in the Gir sanctuary to maintain ecological balance. https://www.dharitri.com/world-lion-day-awareness-is-essential-for-protection/

Three people were injured when a passenger bus rammed into an Ertiga car from behind on National Highway 326 in Rayagada district. The incident occurred near Mukundpur in Kolnara block while the car was heading towards Similiguda and the bus towards Machkund. While the seven occupants of the car escaped narrowly, three bus passengers sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital by locals. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. https://sambad.in/district/rayagada/bus-hits-atiga-car-from-behind-rayagada-3-injured-12240810

A physical altercation occurred between Indian Army personnel and Uttarakhand Police in Mana village near the Indo-China border. The dispute erupted during vehicle checking for the Kanwar Yatra when police stopped the vehicle of a Major from the Assam Regiment. Following a heated argument, the Army personnel allegedly assaulted police staff. An FIR has been registered against the Major and 10 other soldiers. Chamoli SP has reported the incident to high-ranking army officials for further action. https://argusnews.in/national/uttarakhand-mana-indian-army-police-clash-china-border

The article lists 8 natural foods to improve eyesight. Eggs and oranges provide antioxidants and Vitamin C. Green leafy vegetables like spinach reduce cataract risk. Nuts, seeds, and fatty fish (tuna/salmon) offer Omega-3 for retina health. Sweet potatoes and carrots are rich in Vitamin A, aiding night vision. Dark chocolate improves blood flow to the eyes, providing nourishment. https://sambad.in/web-story/foods-that-improve-eyesight-naturally-12247303

Ishak Lima of Gajapati district has been bedridden for 17 years. His son Nikadim left his studies in class 10 to take full-time care of his father. Despite being 75% disabled, Ishak is unable to access several government schemes due to the lack of an Aadhaar card. Financial constraints have halted his medical treatment, and despite repeated attempts, the administrative issues regarding his Aadhaar remain unresolved. https://sambad.in/district/gajapati/nikadim-father-care-story-gajapati-odisha-aadhaar-issue-12243701

An 8-foot-long python was rescued from a farmland near the Tel River in Bahadurpadar village, Kalahandi district. A farmer named Makaranda Majhi and his wife spotted the snake while working in their field and alerted the Forest Department. A wildlife rescue team from Bhawanipatna arrived and safely captured the python. After the rescue, following orders from forest officials, the snake was released back into the Bajragarh forest. Hundreds of villagers gathered to witness the rescue operation. https://www.dharitri.com/8-foot-long-python-rescued-while-working-in-the-field/

Iran has released a video of its Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to debunk rumors circulating in Israeli media about his deteriorating health. Reports from Israeli Channel 14 and The Jerusalem Post had claimed Khamenei was in critical condition and hospitalized. To counter these claims, Iran's Mehr News Agency shared footage showing the leader active, though the exact date of the recording remains unconfirmed. Iranian authorities maintain that the Supreme Leader is healthy and continues to oversee key national decisions. https://odishasambad.in/mojtaba-khamenei-health-rumours-iran-releases-new-video/

A private Volvo bus traveling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru collided with a truck in Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh, causing both vehicles to plunge off a bridge. At least 40 passengers were injured, with 10 in critical condition. Police used machinery to rescue trapped passengers and the driver. The injured are receiving treatment at government hospitals in Pamidi and Anantapur. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/anantapur-andhra-pradesh-bus-truck-accident-40-injured-bridge-12244953

Amidst the nationwide NEET-UG paper leak controversy and recruitment scams, the Central Government has appointed senior IAS officer Deepti Gaur Mukherjee as the new Secretary of the Department of Higher Education. A 1993 batch IAS officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre, she has over 30 years of experience in various state and central departments. She previously served as the Secretary in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and CEO of the National Health Authority. Her appointment is seen as a strategic move to address the current challenges in the education system. https://www.dharitri.com/senior-ias-officer-deepti-gaur-mukharjee-appointed-as-new-higher-education-secretary/

Today marks the birth anniversary of Kanhu Charan Mohanty, one of Odisha's most popular novelists. Born in 1906 in Cuttack, he wrote over 50 novels in a career spanning six decades. His works like 'Ha Anna', 'Shasti', and 'Kaa' focused on social issues, women's struggles, and psychological analysis, some of which were adapted into successful Odia films. He passed away on April 6, 1994. https://sambad.in/special/today-is-the-birthday-of-kahnucharan-mohanty-12248955