Internal tension has surfaced within the BCCI regarding Rohit Sharma's participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup and team transition. Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar's absence from a crucial review meeting has upset top officials, raising questions about the committee's coordination. While Rohit is keen on playing the 2027 World Cup, his age (nearly 40 by then) and fitness remain concerns. BCCI Secretary Debajit Saikia clarified that no final decision has been taken yet, but the rift between the selection committee and the board over the future roadmap of senior players like Rohit and Virat is evident. https://odia.news18.com/photogallery/sport/ajit-agarkar-is-in-the-news-rohit-sharma-has-been-granted-reprieve-know-the-details-here-lpd-409590.html

The article explains the legal and financial implications of a joint home loan after a divorce. It highlights that a legal separation does not automatically terminate the loan responsibility. Banks hold both partners liable for EMI payments regardless of court orders unless the loan is restructured or refinanced. Failure to pay affects both individuals' credit scores. If the property is sold, the proceeds are first used to settle the bank loan, and the remainder is divided based on ownership documents. https://odia.news18.com/news/trending/home-loan-who-pays-for-the-emis-after-separation-know-the-rule-here-ssd-ws-l-409567.html

Senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and former Mayor of Cuttack, Soumendra Ghosh, passed away at the age of 64. He was undergoing treatment at Cuttack SCB Medical College and Hospital for the last five days due to illness. Several political figures including current Cuttack Mayor Subhash Singh and MP Debasish Samantaray paid their last respects at his residence. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/biju-janata-dal-senior-leader-somendra-ghosh-passes-away/article-38483

Tamil Nadu CM and actor Joseph Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, won hearts during his visit to Mettur in Salem. He stopped his convoy to meet an elderly farm worker named Chellam who was waiting to see him. Upon learning she hadn't eaten while waiting for him, Vijay gifted her his expensive Christian Dior sunglasses, valued between ₹40,000 to ₹46,000. The heartwarming video of their interaction has gone viral on social media. https://argusnews.in/national/vijay-stops-car-for-elderly-woman-gives-expensive-glasses-viral

A Hoolock Gibbon briefly escaped its enclosure at Nandan Kanan Zoo in Bhubaneswar, causing a stir among visitors. The animal climbed a large tree within the zoo premises after escaping. Upon being informed by tourists, the zoo's tranquilizing team arrived at the spot. Seeing the rescue team, the gibbon voluntarily retreated back into its enclosure safely, and no untoward incident was reported. https://www.dharitri.com/hulk-gibbon-escapes-from-a-hole/

A teacher named Hanuram Nayak died in a road accident near Kiang in Mathili block of Malkangiri district. The accident occurred when an ambulance hit him while he was on his way to Bijapadar for BLO duty. Although locals rushed him to the Mathili Sub-divisional Hospital, doctors declared him brought dead. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/teacher-dies-after-being-hit-by-ambulance-on-way-to-work-12492190

Hatibari police foiled a major robbery attempt and arrested three gang members identified as Bolo Khalekho, Ajay Kujur, and Sanatan Sahu. The police seized a Scorpio vehicle, knives, iron rods, and chili powder from them. The gang was previously involved in stealing copper wires from a limestone mine and transformers. While three were caught during the midnight raid near Purunapani, others managed to escape. https://sambad.in/crime/hatibari-police-foils-robbery-plan-three-arrested-weapons-seized-12488964

A significant 5-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Mayurbhanj Biological Research (MBR) and Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo (MSCB) University. This partnership aims to bridge the gap between academic research and field-level biodiversity conservation in Similipal. The collaboration will focus on wildlife protection, climate change, sustainable agriculture, and traditional knowledge preservation. It will also provide students with opportunities for internships, research projects, and training in GIS and remote sensing. https://sambad.in/district/mayurbhanj/mayurbhanj-biological-research-mscb-university-shimilipal-conservation-mou-12493309

General darshan at the Puri Jagannath Temple will be closed for 5 hours tomorrow due to the 'Krishna Janma' rituals. According to the Temple Administration, darshan will be restricted from 7 PM to 12 AM on Bhadrapada Krishna Ashtami. The rituals will commence after the Sandhya Dhupa offerings. Devotees are advised to plan their visits accordingly. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/puri-srimandira-darshan-to-remain-closed-for-5-hours-tomorrow/3297490