The Puthiya Rani Temple, also known as Hemanta Kumari Devi Temple, located near Market Chhak on Puri's Grand Road, was built in 1912 by Queen Hemanta Kumari Devi of the Puthiya royal family from Bangladesh's Rajshahi district. Dedicated to Radha and Krishna, the temple stands as a testament to the Queen's devotion to Lord Jagannath. The Queen was known for her philanthropy, supporting orphans and widows and establishing educational hostels. The article highlights how various royal families across India built temples in Puri due to their deep spiritual connection with the Holy City. https://odia.news18.com/news/puri/this-temple-built-by-a-bangladeshi-queen-stands-at-badadanda-know-the-history-lpd-local18-405950.html

The government has made a major announcement for farmers, providing financial assistance of 22,500 rupees per hectare. This move aims to support agricultural activities and improve the financial stability of the farming community. The incentive is expected to benefit a large number of farmers under the official scheme. https://odia.news18.com/videos/odisha/mohan-majhi-announces-special-relief-package-odisha-flood-lpd-405966.html

During the 4th day of the first Test between India and Sri Lanka in Galle, KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal displayed a heartwarming moment of 'bromance'. After Padikkal encouraged Rahul to take a successful DRS review against an LBW decision, an elated Rahul hugged and kissed Padikkal on the field. The duo, who represent Karnataka in domestic cricket, shared a 50-run partnership during India's second innings. Although Rahul was eventually dismissed for 35 runs, the video of their celebration has gone viral on social media. https://argusnews.in/sports/kl-rahul-hugs-kisses-devdutt-padikkal-galle-test-bromance-viral

A lawyer in Varanasi was allegedly assaulted and robbed by a sweet shop owner and his associates after he asked them to heat up cold samosas. The victim, Shivshankar Singh, claimed the attackers snatched his gold chain and cash. After the police initially failed to act, Singh approached the court. Following the court's direction, the Chaubeypur police have registered a case against five individuals and started an investigation. https://argusnews.in/national/varanasi-samosa-dispute-case-against-five-people

Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) has launched its flagship national scholarship exam, ANTHE 2026. Students from classes 5 to 12 are eligible to participate. The exam offers up to 100% scholarship and a total cash prize pool of Rs 2.5 crore. Online exams will be held from October 27 to November 1, 2026, while offline exams are scheduled for October 11, 25, and November 1. This initiative aims to help students assess their academic potential and prepare for national-level competitive exams like NEET and JEE. https://prajuktiodisha.com/aakash-educational-services-announces-anthe-2026-scholarship-details

The Vaishali Express was delayed by 38 minutes at Gorakhpur railway station on Monday due to a peculiar protest by the train guard. Guard Ramashish Das refused to proceed as there was no chair available in his cabin. While the previous guard traveled by sitting on a toolbox, Das had a trolley bag and insisted on a proper seat for his duty till Barauni. After persuasion by railway officials and a memo to the station superintendent, the train moved following an assurance that seating would be arranged at the next station. https://argusnews.in/national/vaishali-express-delayed-38-minutes-gorakhpur-guard-chair-issue

The Chief Minister has made a major announcement regarding the flood situation in the state. Key instructions have been issued to expedite relief and rescue operations in affected districts. The focus is on protecting lives and property, alongside the implementation of post-flood assistance and restoration measures. https://odia.news18.com/videos/videos/compensation-details-for-crop-damage-and-dbt-seed-assistance-sps-405949.html

Gajapati police seized over 7 quintals of ganja hidden in the forest near Atapada village in Mohana block. Following a tip-off, police raided the location and recovered 28 bags of cannabis valued at approximately 70 lakh rupees. The smugglers managed to flee the spot. An investigation is underway to identify those involved in the smuggling racket. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/huge-amount-of-marijuana-seized-from-forest/article-38171

An 8-foot-long python entered a house in Mirigini village, Balasore district, causing panic. The snake reportedly ate two chickens and seven eggs before being spotted by the residents. Snake helpline members rescued the python and handed it over to forest officials, who later released it into the Kuldiha forest. Authorities have warned locals to remain alert as floods are driving snakes out of nearby forests into residential areas. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/python-slithers-into-house-eats-two-chickens-before-being-rescued-12392319

Indian batter Rishabh Pant created history by becoming the fastest player to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket, achieving the feat in just 89 innings. During the fourth day of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka, he reached this milestone by hitting a six off Lahiru Kumara. Pant is now the fourth batter globally and the first Indian male cricketer to enter the 100-sixes club, joining legends like Ben Stokes, Brendon McCullum, and Adam Gilchrist. He scored a quick 66 off 69 balls in the match. https://otvkhabar.in/sports/rishabh-pant-makes-history-becomes-fastest-batter-to-reach-100-test-sixes-12392353