Prime Minister Narendra Modi has indicated that a special session of Parliament may be called in August to pass the Delimitation Bill and the Women's Reservation Bill. Sources suggest that the NDA government has the support of around 366 MPs for the Delimitation Bill. While no official announcement has been made regarding the special session, the PM assured NDA MPs that constituency interests would be protected. Meanwhile, the DMK has reportedly set three conditions for supporting the bill. https://odishasambad.in/pm-modi-signals-delimitation-push-says-nda-has-the-numbers-special-session-may-be-called/

Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi is attending the third day of the 13th BRICS Education Ministers' meeting. The discussions focus on key priorities including early childhood care, skill development, research, innovation, and mutual recognition of qualifications. Representatives from member nations including Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and others are participating to strengthen cooperation under the BRICS Education Track. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/brics-education-ministers-meet-union-minister-pralhad-joshi-to-join-key-discussions-today-12238088

Farmers in Bargarh are worried about the upcoming Kharif paddy procurement as a large amount of rice remains uncollected from rice mills. The Bargarh MP raised this issue in the Lok Sabha, highlighting that if the stored rice isn't cleared from millers' warehouses soon, the next procurement season could face severe disruptions. Data shows that only 24% of custom-milled rice from the recent season has been lifted, leaving over 4 lakh tonnes of rice pending, which poses a threat to the farmers' ability to sell their next harvest. https://www.dharitri.com/concerns-over-paddy-sales-from-now-on-bargarh-mp-raises-question/

The historic Shri Tripolia Mahadev Temple in Alwar, Rajasthan, is drawing crowds during the holy month of Shravan for its miraculous Narmadeshwar Shivling, which reportedly changes color three times a day. For over 300 years, two eternal flames, symbolizing Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, have been burning continuously at the temple. Devotees from Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh visit to witness these divine wonders and offer ghee to the eternal flames upon the fulfillment of their wishes. The temple complex also houses various other deities, making it a significant religious hub. https://sambad.in/special/tripolia-mahadev-temple-alwar-shivling-color-change-eternal-flame-12230160

On National Handloom Day, the plight of Odisha's weavers remains concerning despite the high demand for handloom products. Approximately 1.92 lakh people depend on this sector, yet many struggle to earn even 1,000 rupees daily after 8-10 hours of labor. Issues like the shortage of raw materials (especially Tussar silk), rising costs, low wages, and the influx of fake machine prints are forcing weavers away from their traditional profession. Although several products like Sambalpuri and Khandua have GI tags, weavers and experts demand government intervention, including the establishment of spinning mills, natural dye factories, insurance revival, and a monitoring committee to protect authentic GI products. https://sambad.in/metro/today-is-national-handloom-day-12237593

The article discusses a family issue featured on OTV's 'Ashara Aloka' program, where a wife grows suspicious when her husband fails to return home at night. It explores the themes of trust and doubt within marital relationships in modern society. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/wifes-suspicion-if-husband-doesnt-come-at-night-otvshorts-asharaaloka-12229040

A rogue monkey has sparked terror in a village in Bhadrak district, Odisha, injuring 12 people over the last four days. The sudden attacks have left villagers frightened to step out of their homes. The injured individuals have been admitted to the hospital for treatment. Local authorities are being urged to capture the animal to restore safety in the area. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/12-injured-in-4-days-mad-monkey-killed-in-village-otvshorts-monkey-attack-bhadrak-12232131

Odisha Vigilance has arrested a former Junior Engineer, a Municipal Engineer, and a private contractor in connection with a corruption case involving the misappropriation of ₹55.69 lakh. The case pertains to the Patnaik Tank renovation project in Paralakhemundi between 2019 and 2022. Investigation revealed that the officials manipulated measurement books and approved substandard work to release payments. A case has been registered by Berhampur Vigilance under the PC (Amendment) Act and various sections of the IPC. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/odisha-vigilance-arrests-ex-je-municipal-engineer-and-contractor-in-fraud-case/3283307

In Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva's third eye is a symbol of divine power, knowledge, and destruction. According to the Shiva Purana, when Lord Shiva was in deep meditation following Sati's death, the demon Tarakasura caused havoc. To defeat him, Kamadeva was sent to break Shiva's meditation. Angered by the interruption, Shiva opened his third eye, which emitted fire and reduced Kamadeva to ashes. Spiritually, the third eye represents the destruction of ego and ignorance, seeing beyond the physical world into spiritual truth. https://sambad.in/special/lord-shiva-third-eye-story-why-when-it-opened-spiritual-significance-12234060