A 57-year-old senior lawyer, Pritiranjan Patra, passed away after falling ill while arguing a domestic violence case in a Daringbadi court in Kandhamal district. Despite his worsening health, he requested the judge's permission for treatment and asked his colleague to proceed with the case. He was rushed to the community health center but was declared dead upon arrival. https://www.dharitri.com/lawyer-falls-ill-while-fighting-a-case-in-court/

Airtel has introduced its cheapest data-only recharge plan priced at just 22 rupees. This plan offers 1GB of high-speed internet data with a validity of one day. It does not include any calling or SMS benefits, making it an ideal choice for users who need a small amount of data for a short period at a low cost. https://odia.news18.com/photogallery/tech/airtel-cheapest-recharge-plan-just-rupees-22-this-amazing-plan-comes-with-high-speed-data-lpd-404540.html

The body of Tuna Behera, a migrant worker from Ganjam district who died after falling from a train in Tamil Nadu, reached his native village Bhismagiri. The district administration provided an ex-gratia of Rs 30,000 from the Red Cross fund to the bereaved family. As the deceased was the sole breadwinner and the family is homeless, local leaders have demanded their rehabilitation under government housing schemes. https://www.dharitri.com/dead-body-of-migrant-worker-reaches-native-village-red-cross-provides-financial-assistance/

The dispute at Ravenshaw University between the Teachers' Association and Cuttack Sadar MLA Prakash Chandra Sethi remains unresolved after four days. Wardens and Deputy Wardens of 13 hostels have collectively resigned demanding an unconditional apology from the MLA for alleged misbehavior. Conversely, the MLA has petitioned the Speaker and Governor, claiming he was insulted. Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj has reportedly discussed the matter with the Chief Minister as concerns grow over the academic environment. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/ravenshaw-university-dispute-continues-as-wardens-demand-mla-apology-after-four-days-without-resolution-12237055

The 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign was organized by the Ganjam Notified Area Council (NAC), inaugurated by Chhatrapur MLA Krushna Chandra Nayak. The event featured a grand procession starting from the Kalyan Mandap, with participation from NCC cadets and students of various schools and colleges. The MLA himself joined the rally holding the national flag. The city echoed with patriotic slogans as the campaign aimed to encourage citizens to hoist the tricolor at their homes. https://www.dharitri.com/har-har-triranga-ghar-ghar-triranga-was-launched-by-the-mla/

Veteran Bollywood actor Govinda was recently spotted at Mumbai airport with his upcoming film 'Rupa' co-star Komal Rani Swarnakar, sparking dating rumors. In response, Govinda's wife Sunita expressed her frustration, calling the situation 'Vinash Kale Viprit Buddhi' (perverted intellect at the time of downfall) and stating she no longer wishes to answer questions regarding her husband. Govinda is currently busy promoting 'Rupa', where newcomer Komal Rani plays the lead role alongside him. https://www.dharitri.com/opposite-intelligence-in-times-of-destruction-why-did-sunita-ahuja-say-this/

India set a new record in biodiversity in 2025 by discovering 709 new animal species, surpassing the previous record of 683 in 2024. According to the Zoological Survey of India, 483 of these are entirely new to science, while 226 were recorded in India for the first time. Key discoveries include a long-tailed bat in Uttarakhand, a non-venomous snake named after Steve Irwin in Great Nicobar, and colorful lizards in Arunachal Pradesh. India now accounts for 5.3% of the world's recorded faunal diversity with a total of 1,05,953 species, maintaining its status as one of the 17 mega-diverse countries. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/biological-wonder/article-38083

Farmers in Hatadihi block staged a road blockade near Ishala after rainwater failed to drain properly from the Badarampas distributary canal. Due to a breach in the canal, rainwater from several villages has flooded farmlands in Tukuna, Ishala, and surrounding areas. Despite repeated complaints to the administration, no action was taken, leading to the protest as agricultural activities have come to a standstill due to waterlogging. https://sambad.in/district/keonjhar/farmers-blocked-road-12252793

India is set to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15. The article highlights the key differences between Independence Day and Republic Day. On Independence Day, the Prime Minister hoists the national flag at Red Fort by pulling it up from the bottom. On Republic Day, the President unfurls the flag at Kartavya Path which is already tied at the top. While Independence Day marks the end of British rule, Republic Day celebrates the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. https://sambad.in/special/do-you-know-the-main-difference-between-independence-day-and-republic-day-12253932

The Supreme Court has mandated that all States and Union Territories must register an FIR immediately whenever a person is reported missing, regardless of age or gender. Clarifying its May 22 order, the bench led by Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and R. Mahadevan expressed surprise that some states interpreted 'person' to mean only children. The court warned of contempt proceedings against Chief Secretaries and DGPs of non-compliant states. Emphasizing the 'golden hours' after a person goes missing, the court directed police not to wait 24 hours before starting an investigation. It also ordered the full activation of Anti-Human Trafficking Units within four weeks. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/immediate-fir-must-be-registered-for-every-missing-person-irrespective-of-age-or-gender-supreme-court-warns-states-12251226