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/

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

On National Handloom Day, weavers in Subarnapur district of Odisha highlight their struggles as they remain deprived of government benefits. Despite the worldwide fame of Sambalpuri and Sonepuri sarees, around 13,112 weavers face issues like lack of identity cards and absence of a stable market. Due to the lack of direct marketing facilities, weavers are forced to sell their handloom products to middlemen at low prices. Weavers and intellectuals have called for stronger government intervention and better market infrastructure. https://www.dharitri.com/today-is-national-handloom-day-real-weavers-are-missing-out-on-government-schemes/

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

Indonesian Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology, Brian Yuliarto, visited IIT Bhubaneswar to strengthen educational and scientific ties between India and Indonesia. The visit focused on collaboration in semiconductors, innovation, and research. IIT Director Professor Shripad Karmalkar highlighted the institute's initiatives in industry-academia partnership and student mental health. The Minister praised the advanced semiconductor laboratories, and discussions were held regarding future joint research programs between IIT Bhubaneswar and leading Indonesian institutions. https://prajuktiodisha.com/indonesian-education-minister-visits-iit-bhubaneswar-semiconductor-research-partnership

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