A new low-pressure area is likely to form over the Northwest Bay of Bengal by tomorrow. Under its influence, Odisha is expected to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall between August 12 and 15. The IMD has issued alerts for 16 districts regarding lightning and showers for today. Fishermen have been advised not to venture into the sea until August 14 as wind speeds may reach up to 55 kmph. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/another-low-pressure-area-tomorrow----heavy-to-very-heavy-rain-likely-from-12th-to-15th/article-38067

The Indian government has halted the plan to blend ethanol with diesel due to safety concerns. Tests conducted by oil marketing companies and R&D centers revealed that adding ethanol significantly lowers the 'flash point' of diesel, increasing fire risks during storage, transport, and handling. Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi, informed the Rajya Sabha about this decision. While there are concerns regarding a potential rise in diesel prices, the government clarified that prices depend on various factors like international crude rates and taxes. https://www.dharitri.com/government-scraps-ethanol-blending-in-diesel-as-omc-tests-reveal-flash-point-concerns-will-diesel-become-costlier-now/

The helicopter carrying West Bengal Opposition Leader Suvendu Adhikari made an emergency landing in Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur, due to bad weather. Adhikari was traveling from Dum Dum to Keshpur to attend a ceremony honoring freedom fighter Khudiram Bose. Following the precautionary landing in an open field, he continued his journey to the destination by road. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/suvendu-adhikaris-helicopter-makes-emergency-landing-in-bengals-kolaghat-due-to-inclement-weather-12250371

A viral AI-generated deepfake video claiming Prime Minister Narendra Modi is offering one year of free mobile recharge to women for Independence Day has been debunked by PIB Fact Check. The government clarified that no such scheme exists and urged citizens to stay alert against such fake videos and misleading social media posts. https://www.dharitri.com/women-will-get-free-mobile-recharge-for-a-year-finally-the-modi-government-has-given-a-clean-bill-of-health/

NDA and Opposition MPs clashed outside Parliament over the Jharkhand student protests. BJP MPs confronted Priyanka Gandhi, questioning why Rahul Gandhi hasn't visited Jharkhand yet. Priyanka responded that Rahul has already met with the students. Prominent leaders like Kangana Ranaut, Anurag Thakur, Akhilesh Yadav, and Jaya Bachchan were present during the protest. The opposition demanded a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding protests at Jantar Mantar. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/why-didn-t-rahul-gandhi-go-to-jharkhand--bjp-mp-asked/article-38071

The trailer launch of Yash's upcoming film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups' in Bengaluru has sparked a massive online debate. Fans are comparing Yash's gritty, bare-bodied gangster look to Ranbir Kapoor's character in the 2023 blockbuster 'Animal'. While some social media users label it a copy, others defend Yash's unique style. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film features Yash in a dual role (Raya and Rumi) alongside a star-studded cast including Nayanthara and Kiara Advani, focusing on themes of family conflict and violence. https://otvkhabar.in/entertainment/yashs-toxic-trailer-sparks-animal-comparisons-as-fans-debate-his-intense-new-gangster-look-and-performance-12247768

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is searching for a new head coach following Stephen Fleming's resignation. CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirmed that the selection will involve consultations with MS Dhoni and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. While there are rumors about Hardik Pandya joining the team, the CEO clarified no official discussion has occurred yet. The new coach is likely to be a foreign expert, with Brendon McCullum being a top contender for the role. https://argusnews.in/sports/csk-next-head-coach-update-stephen-fleming-replacement

According to the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) report, India's unemployment rate stood at 5.5% in the April-June quarter of the current financial year. Comparing the world's top five economies, Japan has the lowest unemployment rate at 2.5%, followed by the USA (4.1%) and China (5.0%). India ranks fourth, while Germany stands at fifth with 6.4%. Despite a slight improvement in the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) to 51.4%, new job creation in India remains relatively stagnant. https://www.dharitri.com/india-unemployment-rate-labour-force-data-government-survey-2026-unemployment-rates-in-world-five-largest-economies-know/

New petrol and diesel prices were released today, August 11. In Bhubaneswar, prices dropped by 12 paise, with petrol at ₹108.85 and diesel at ₹100.56 per liter. While major metros like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai remained stable, international conflicts in the Middle East and crude oil supply issues are impacting overall prices. Daily rates are updated at 6 AM, and customers can check city-specific prices via SMS or OMCs' websites. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/trending/petrol-diesel-price-on-11-august-2026-petrol-price-per-litter/3286280

The US government has sold two seized oil tankers from Venezuela as scrap. The tankers, named 'Era' and 'Lilio', were previously involved in transporting sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran. These vessels were purchased by Dubai-based Global Marketing Systems (GMS) and are set to be dismantled at a shipyard in India. The seizure followed US military action in Venezuela and court approval was obtained for the sale of these vessels, which had frequently changed names to avoid detection. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/us-sells-seized-venezuela-oil-tankers-scrap-india-ship-breaking-yard-12249431