The mother of Prabhas Mondal, the prime accused in the Baruipur rape and murder case, has refused to claim his body after he was killed in a police encounter. She stated that her son deserved the punishment for his heinous crime. The encounter occurred during a crime scene reconstruction when Mondal allegedly tried to snatch a weapon and fire at the police. The case involved the brutal rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl whose body was found in a pond on July 5. https://www.dharitri.com/he-deserved-it-mother-refuses-to-accept-body-of-baruipur-rape-murder-accused/

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who replaced Sanju Samson, has struggled in his first two matches during India's tour of England. Scoring only 14 and 13 runs respectively, his performance has sparked debate about his place in the playing XI. Under Shreyas Iyer's captaincy, Team India faced a crushing 125-run defeat in the third T20 after being bowled out for just 76 runs while chasing England's 201. Despite the failures, management seems keen on giving the youngster more chances. https://www.dharitri.com/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-failed-in-two-consecutive-matches-will-vaibhav-suryavanshi-leave-the-team/

The 2027 Asia Cup is scheduled to be held in Bangladesh from June 18 to July 4. The tournament will return to the One Day International (ODI) format, with matches set to take place across venues in Mirpur, Chittagong, and Sylhet. This will be the first major tournament under the leadership of new BCB President Tamim Iqbal. Additionally, security assurances have been discussed regarding Team India's potential visit to the country. https://argusnews.in/sports/asia-cup-2027-date-format-and-full-information

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has challenged critics of E20 petrol, asking for a single example of a car damaged by its use. He dismissed negative claims as 'paid campaigns' and highlighted that E20 ethanol-blended petrol helps reduce crude oil imports and boost farmers' income. Gadkari noted that ethanol production from maize has significantly increased earnings for farmers in UP and Bihar. The government also clarified that no decision has been made yet regarding the introduction of E25 petrol. https://odishasambad.in/name-one-car-damaged-by-ethanol-fuel-nitin-gadkari-dares-e20-critics/

A bizarre incident occurred in Bhadrak where a car owner received a traffic fine for a motorcycle violation. The Nayagarh RTO issued a 5,000 INR challan against Kshitis Samanta Behera's car number, alleging mobile phone usage while riding a bike. The car was reportedly in Bhadrak when the violation was recorded in Nayagarh. This highlights negligence in the transport department's enforcement system. Simultaneously, the State Transport Authority (STA) has intensified fitness checks across Odisha, issuing thousands of challans and ordering the seizure of vehicles for repeated safety violations. https://argusnews.in/odisha/car-owner-receives-bike-echallan-transport-department-error

Odisha Labor Minister Ganesh Ram Khuntia has issued a stern warning against illegal labor contractors involved in migrant labor trafficking. He stated that brokers operating without registration or trafficking minors will face arrest. The Labor Department is identifying such brokers and has instructed Sarpanchs and Panchayat officials to maintain records of outbound workers via a special form. BDOs will be responsible for collecting and monitoring this data to curb exploitation. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/dadan-dalal-will-be-arrested---minister/article-37429

In a major success for security forces in South Kashmir's Shopian district, a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in a multi-day encounter. The joint operation involving the Indian Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and CRPF began in the Chanapora area based on specific intelligence. After nearly four to five days of tracking through dense forests and orchards, the forces cordoned off the escape routes and neutralized the terrorist. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the site, and search operations continue to ensure no other militants are hiding in the vicinity. https://otvkhabar.in/crime/lashkar-terrorist-who-was-trapped-in-jk-for-four-days-killed-in-encounter-12144786

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has accused the United States of violating bilateral agreements amid rising regional tensions. He criticized Washington's military threats and oil sanctions, stating that the era of bullying and extortion is over. Ghalibaf emphasized that Tehran will not back down under military or economic pressure and condemned the ongoing violations in the region, including actions in Lebanon and interference in the Strait of Hormuz. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/ghalibaf-alleges-major-violation-of-the-us-agreement-12144630

In a tragic road accident near the private bus stand in Bargarh, a 14-year-old student named Ronak was killed after being hit by a private passenger bus. The victim was an 8th-grade student at the local Hindi High School and was on his way to school on his bicycle when the incident occurred. The accident has caused tension in the Subhash Nagar locality where he resided. https://www.dharitri.com/ronak-was-on-his-way-to-school-hit-by-a-bus-and-then/

The Manchineel tree, known as the 'Tree of Death,' is considered one of the most dangerous plants in the world. Found in the Caribbean, Florida, and Central America, every part of this tree—from its sap and leaves to its apple-like fruit—is toxic. Standing under it during rain can cause skin blistering due to poisonous runoff. Eating its fruit or inhaling smoke from its burning wood can lead to severe health complications, including respiratory issues and temporary blindness. https://www.dharitri.com/standing-under-this-tree-during-the-rain-can-lead-to-death/