A police constable named Kishore Pati (50), working at Kumbhikota outpost in Rayagada district, died in a tragic road accident. The incident occurred near Penekam village under Ramanaguda block when his motorcycle collided head-on with an auto-rickshaw while he was returning home after duty. He was rushed to Gunupur Sub-Divisional Hospital by locals, where doctors declared him dead. A pall of gloom has descended on the police department and the local area following the loss of the dedicated officer. https://www.dharitri.com/rayagada-police-constable-dies-in-road-accident-mourning-prevails/

The management committee of Badarampas Service Co-operative Society in Keonjhar's Hatadihi block has been suspended by the DRCS due to multiple irregularities. Charges include preventing farmers from registering for paddy sales, failing to submit audit reports, and lack of budget approval. A senior official from the Anandpur ARCS office has been assigned to oversee society operations. https://www.dharitri.com/managing-committee-of-badarampas-service-cooperative-society-suspended/

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) organized a massive 'Sikhya Bachao Andolan' in Balangir protesting against serious errors in school textbooks from Class 1 to 8. Led by MLA Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo, thousands of supporters staged a demonstration in front of the Collector's office. The BJD alleged a 380-crore corruption in textbook printing and demanded a CBI inquiry along with the resignation of the Mass Education Minister. They argued that these errors threaten the future of students and the heritage of Odisha. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=210191

A young man was spotted clinging to a palm tree to save his life amidst heavy floodwaters in Odisha. The incident highlights the severity of the flood situation as the individual struggled against the strong currents. The video of this survival attempt has gone viral, showcasing the harrowing conditions faced by locals. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/young-otvshorts-flood-in-talagach-sahara-12393558

A mild earthquake was felt in three blocks of Laxmipur area in Odisha's Koraput district on Tuesday around 8:30 PM. Panicked residents rushed out of their homes as tremors were felt. According to preliminary reports, there have been no casualties or property damage. The exact epicenter and magnitude are yet to be confirmed by experts, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation while asking locals to remain alert. https://odia.news18.com/news/odisha/mild-earthquake-in-laxmipur-of-koraput-distroct-in-odisha-people-are-scared-dkp-ws-l-406035.html

NALCO has inaugurated a 50 kg per day capacity pilot plant for processing fly ash to recover rare earth elements at its Research and Technology Centre in Bhubaneswar. Developed in collaboration with CSIR-IMMT, the plant aims to extract valuable materials like alumina, silicates, quartz, and scandium. Additionally, a foundation stone was laid for a Red Mud evaluation plant to recover ferro-titanium and metallic iron. These rare earth elements are crucial for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and defense sectors. https://sambad.in/business/nalco-pilot-plant-recover-rare-earth-elements-from-fly-ash-12393459

A total of 46 cadres of the banned KCP-Taibanganaba outfit, including its chief Haobijam Dilip, surrendered before the Manipur government in Imphal. During the 'Home Coming' ceremony, they handed over 20 weapons, 216 rounds of ammunition, and explosives. Chief Minister Yumman Khemchand Singh welcomed them, stating that violence cannot bring peace. Under the rehabilitation policy, each cadre will receive a one-time fixed deposit of 4 lakh rupees and a monthly stipend of 6,000 rupees for 36 months. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/manipur-46-kcp-taibanganaba-cadres-surrender-20-weapons-216-rounds-12393569

India has initiated in-absentia trial proceedings against 26/11 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed and five other Pakistani terrorists. Mumbai Police informed Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam that the trial will proceed under Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The accused, including Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi and Sajid Mir, are currently in Pakistan. This significant legal move comes 18 years after the 2008 attacks that claimed over 160 lives, aiming to ensure legal accountability for the perpetrators even in their absence. https://otvkhabar.in/national/india-begins-legal-proceedings-against-hafiz-saeed-over-2611-mumbai-attacks-12393584

Maoist leader Azad, alias Dona Keshav Rao, has been released from jail after more than 15 years as an undertrial prisoner. He had surrendered in 2011 and faced 49 cases across Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, including the high-profile Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati murder case. Following a Supreme Court directive, a special court in Paralakhemundi conducted expedited hearings and acquitted him of all charges due to a lack of strong evidence. His lawyer expressed concerns over the long period of detention without trial. https://www.dharitri.com/maoist-leader-azad-alias-dana-kesaba-rao-acquitted/

Deputy CM and Tourism Minister Pravati Parida laid the foundation stone for a 23 crore integrated tourism development project in Raghurajpur, Odisha. The project aims to upgrade village infrastructure, support local artists, and promote Pattachitra and Gotipua dance globally. The goal is to transform this heritage village into a world-class cultural destination. The event was attended by local leaders and officials, following a recent visit by the President of Singapore to the village. https://sambad.in/state/23-crore-integrated-tourism-development-project-launched-in-odishas-heritage-village-raghurajpur-12393484