Internal rift within the Punjab Congress intensified as a faction supporting former CM Charanjit Singh Channi traveled to Delhi to meet the party high command, opposing State President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring. Leaders like Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa and Pargat Singh were part of this group, while key figures like Raja Warring and Pratap Singh Bajwa were notably absent. Although the meeting is being seen as a show of strength by the Channi camp, the state Congress unit clarified it was a preparatory session for the 2027 Assembly elections. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/tensions-intensify-in-congress-ahead-of-punjab-elections-12139857

Following allegations of misappropriation of temple funds, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust General Secretary Champat Rai and member Anil Mishra have resigned. The trust has accepted their resignations and appointed Krishna Mohan as the interim General Secretary. A crucial 3-hour meeting was held at the Ram Janmabhoomi complex. Reports suggest Bajrang Bagra, a CA and former NALCO chief, might become the next permanent General Secretary. https://www.dharitri.com/krishna-mohan-has-been-given-the-responsibility-of-gurudev-know-who-he-is/

Television actress Shilpa Shinde has entered the reality show 'Lock Upp 2' as the season's first wildcard contestant. Her entry has already sparked tensions with housemates like Shivangi Joshi and Akanksha Chamola. Before entering, Shinde issued a bold warning to the current contestants about their dominance in the house. Amidst ongoing food-related disputes among participants, the show's broadcasting schedule has been extended to six days a week (Saturday to Thursday at 8 PM) due to high audience demand. Additionally, Shrestha Iyer has become the first contestant to be evicted from the show. https://otvkhabar.in/entertainment/bollywood/shilpa-shinde-enters-lock-upp-2-as-the-first-wildcard-bringing-drama-and-intense-competition-12138017

PM Narendra Modi received a grand welcome in Jakarta, Indonesia, during his three-nation tour. A viral video shows Indonesian Air Force fighter jets escorting PM Modi's plane as it entered their airspace. During the July 6-8 visit, PM Modi will hold talks with President Prabowo Subianto to strengthen strategic partnerships, focusing on food security, defense, and digital payments via UPI-QRIS linkage. https://www.dharitri.com/suddenly-an-indonesian-air-force-fighter-jet-circled-around-prime-minister-modis-plane-and-then-watch-video/

Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas has led to a rise in the water level of the Hirakud Reservoir. Authorities have announced that the first floodwaters of the year will be released on July 9th. An alert has been issued to 12 districts along the Mahanadi river basin. Currently, the water level stands at 603.89 feet with an inflow of over 93,000 cusecs. Meanwhile, torrential rain in Sambalpur has caused waterlogging in low-lying areas, forcing 268 people into relief camps. https://odishasambad.in/sambalpur-lashed-by-heavy-rain-hirakud-gate-to-open-on-july-9th/

The East Coast Railway has cancelled 8 MEMU trains in the Khurda Road Division due to infrastructure development and modernization work between Malatipatpur and Puri stations. Affected routes include Khurda Road-Puri, Cuttack-Puri, Bhadrak-Cuttack, and Cuttack-Paradeep. Passengers are advised to check the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) for the latest updates before traveling. https://www.dharitri.com/8-memu-trains-cancelled-in-kali-khurda-road-division-find-out-why/

A viral video showing youths hacking e-rickshaws using a simple smartphone app has sparked cybersecurity concerns in India. The vulnerability lies in the Battery Management System (BMS) which lacks password protection, allowing remote control via Bluetooth. Experts warn this could affect larger electric vehicles, leading to accidents. The central government has initiated steps to tighten digital security for EVs to address these loopholes. https://odishasambad.in/viral-video-of-e-rickshaw-hack-sparks-concern-over-cyber-security-and-police-response/

The BCCI has announced the Indian T20I squad for the upcoming 3-match series against Zimbabwe. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as the captain, while Tilak Varma will serve as the vice-captain. Notable changes include the exclusion of wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson and the return of finisher Rinku Singh. Young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi received his maiden national call-up. Ishan Kishan and Prabhsimran Singh have been included as wicketkeepers in the 15-member squad. https://otvkhabar.in/sports/india-squad-for-zimbabwe-tour-sanju-samson-dropped-12139707

Tragic landslides triggered by heavy rains in Pune district have claimed three lives and left several others trapped under debris. The incident occurred in Patan village, Maval tehsil, where parts of a hill collapsed onto houses. This natural disaster significantly impacted the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, depositing nearly 100 tons of debris and halting traffic. NDRF teams are currently conducting rescue operations. CM Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that while one lane has reopened after clearing 70% of the debris, efforts are ongoing to restore full connectivity soon. https://argusnews.in/national/pune-landslide-three-dead-mumbai-pune-expressway-traffic-jam

A 50-foot stretch of the Genguti river embankment in Bhadrak's Dhamnagar block has collapsed following four days of continuous heavy rain. The breach occurred near Rameshwarpur Maliksahi, causing panic among locals as this spot has suffered over 15 collapses in the last decade. Residents have alleged poor construction quality by the Water Resources Department, claiming that the unfinished concrete wall and stone packing were insufficient to withstand the pressure. The project remained incomplete due to the early onset of monsoon rains. https://sambad.in/state/50-foot-breach-hits-genguti-river-embankment-in-bhadrak-after-continuous-rain-12139739