Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) has launched the Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) 2026. Registration is open for students from Class 5 to 12. Online exams will be held from Oct 27 to Nov 1, while offline exams are scheduled for Oct 11, 25, and Nov 1. Students can win up to 100% scholarship and cash awards worth Rs 2.5 crore. The launch event in Bhubaneswar highlighted the past success of ANTHE students in NEET UG and JEE Advanced exams. https://sambad.in/education/aakash-anthe-2026-launched-online-exam-october-27-registration-12393209

Severe flooding has hit Kendrapara, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar districts in Odisha as Baitarani, Kharasrota, and Brahmani rivers experience a second wave of floods. In Kendrapara alone, over 1.48 lakh people are affected across 6 blocks. Residents are facing shortages of food and drinking water, alongside fears of crocodiles and snakes. The district administration has deployed relief centers and medical teams. Meanwhile, in Anandapur, the Baitarani river flows above the danger level, and railway tracks in Baripada are undergoing emergency repairs due to heavy rain damage. https://argusnews.in/odisha/odisha-flood-kendrapara-mayurbhanj-keonjhar-second-flood-baitarani-kharsrota-brahmani

A major robbery occurred in Astaranga market, Puri, where miscreants looted mobile phones and accessories worth over 1 crore INR along with 1.5 lakh INR cash from a shop. The burglars damaged CCTV cameras to hide evidence. The local traders association expressed strong resentment against police negligence and demanded immediate action. https://odishasambad.in/puri-shoplifting-spree-mobile-outlet-loses-crore-value-inventory-and-cash-in-daring-robbery/

A political row has erupted between Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju over police action during a student protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. Rahul Gandhi accused the police of using pellet guns and spiked batons on peaceful students, leading to serious injuries. He demanded an apology from the PM. Conversely, Kiren Rijiju defended Delhi Police, stating no serious injuries occurred and that the police prevented miscreants disguised as students from marching to Parliament. The two leaders continue to trade allegations over the severity of the incident. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/national-international/rahul-gandhi-questions-police-action-on-students-rijiju-defends-delhi-police/3290608

India is on the verge of victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle. Chasing a target of 372 runs, Sri Lanka ended Day 4 at 84/4. India needs just 6 more wickets on the final day to win. Devdutt Padikkal's 167 and Rishabh Pant's quick 66 helped India set a massive target, while spinner Manav Suthar dominated with the ball. https://odishasambad.in/sri-lanka-requires-another-288-runs/

A heart-wrenching image from a flood-affected area shows a displaced person seeking shelter inside an ATM booth. As floods ravage the region, people are forced to find unconventional places to stay, highlighting the dire situation and helplessness of those affected by the natural calamity. https://odia.news18.com/videos/odisha/a-heartbreaking-scene-of-human-suffering-has-emerged-from-the-flood-affected-areas-along-the-swollen-brahmani-river-in-odisha-lpd-406019.html

Akanksha Ray, originally from Bihar, shared her experience of moving from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, revealing she spent nearly 4 lakh rupees to set up her new life. In an Instagram video, she detailed expenses including 1.2 lakh for a security deposit, 37,000 for monthly rent, and significant costs for furniture, kitchenware, and a new TV. Despite negotiating to save 60,000 rupees and avoiding brokerage through Facebook groups, her total expenditure to turn a vacant 2BHK into a home reached approximately 3.56 lakh rupees. https://argusnews.in/viral-stories/hyderabad-to-bengaluru-shift-cost-4-lakh-corporate-lifestyle-revealed

The Supreme Court has ordered the formation of a high-powered panel to investigate violence and police high-handedness during student protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Led by the CJI, the 3-judge bench directed the panel, which includes former judges and CBI/DGP chiefs, to probe allegations of sexual harassment and online abuse of female protesters. SG Mehta clarified that while an SIT will investigate 2,873 individuals with serious criminal records (murder, rape, etc.), other peaceful protesters will not face investigation. The court will issue further orders after the panel submits its report. https://odishasambad.in/jantar-mantar-protest-supreme-court-committee-cji-surya-kant-student-fir-future-delhi-police/

Under Indian Income Tax rules, certain incomes are exempt from tax. These include agricultural income, gifts from close relatives, inheritance, and scholarships for education. Additionally, gratuity and leave encashment for government employees, and interests from schemes like PPF and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana are tax-free. Withdrawing PF after 5 years of continuous service and life insurance maturity proceeds under Section 10(10D) are also exempt. Understanding these 10 tax-free sources can help individuals save significant money legally. https://odia.news18.com/news/trending/10-tax-free-income-sources-in-india-income-tax-exemption-rules-know-the-details-here-lpd-406013.html

Bollywood star Sunny Deol recently opened up about his financial struggles and a debt of nearly ₹56 crore. During a podcast, he shared that his Juhu bungalow was on the verge of being auctioned due to unpaid loans taken for his film 'Ghayal Once Again'. However, he successfully cleared the debt by selling his property. Following the massive success of 'Gaddar 2', Deol's career is back on track with major upcoming projects like 'Lahore 1947' and 'Ramayana: Part 1', where he will play Lord Hanuman. https://odishasambad.in/gaddar-2-actor-opens-up-about-hard-days-as-family-property-faces-%E2%82%B955-crore-foreclosure/