After completing the nine-day Rath Yatra, the deities will return to the Ratna Vedi of the Shri Jagannath Temple today in the Niladri Bije ritual. A detailed schedule has been set by the temple administration, with Pahandi rituals starting at 4 PM. A unique tradition involves Lord Jagannath offering Rasagola to Goddess Mahalakshmi to appease her anger before entering the temple. This event marks the conclusion of the world-famous Rath Yatra, and devotees will be able to receive Nilachala Abadha from Tuesday. https://www.dharitri.com/today-is-the-niladribije-of-darubigraha-the-lord-will-offer-rasgola-to-pay-mahalakshmi/

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, built at a cost of Rs 5,000 crore. The airport, equipped with AI and biometric technology, initially aims to serve 6 million passengers annually. During his visit, the PM also launched and laid foundations for various projects worth Rs 18,000 crore, including a semiconductor project in Visakhapatnam, renewable energy zones in Kurnool, and several highway developments. Over 13,500 tribal women and students welcomed him with traditional Dhimsa dance. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/pm-modi-inaugurates-bhogapuram-international-airport-andhra-projects-12218092

On the occasion of Sambalpuri Day, Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, CM Mohan Charan Majhi, Naveen Patnaik, and Dharmendra Pradhan extended their greetings. The day marks the birth anniversary of Guru Satyanarayan Bahidar. Leaders emphasized preserving Sambalpuri language, culture, and handloom traditions. Additionally, the Amarnath Yatra has been temporarily suspended due to heavy rainfall. https://sambad.in/state/today-is-sambalpuri-day-odisha-governor-and-chief-minister-extend-greetings-12218014

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and other leaders extended their greetings on the occasion of Sambalpuri Din. They paid tribute to Guru Satya Narayan Bahidar and highlighted how Sambalpuri language, culture, and handloom have created a unique identity for Odisha worldwide. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/odisha-leaders-extend-greetings-on-sambalpuri-day-celebrating-language-culture-and-guru-bahidars-legacy-12219172

A migrant worker from Chhattisgarh was killed and another from Uttar Pradesh was injured in a terrorist shooting at a brick kiln in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, West Bengal's Special Task Force (STF) arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) operative named Hamid Mondal from Purba Bardhaman district. Mondal, an associate of Pulwama mastermind Sajjad Bhat, was allegedly tracking information about the Chief Minister. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/terrorist-attack-in-jammukashmir-12216949

Heavy rains and floods from Budhabalanga and Jalaka rivers have devastated paddy crops in Balasore district. Around 11,000 hectares of farmland in the Sadar block have been submerged, leading to severe damage to paddy saplings. As floodwaters recede, farmers face a massive shortage of seeds for replanting. Local farmers have reported that seed prices have skyrocketed in the market, adding to their financial burden. Affected farmers are now seeking government intervention and support to restart their agricultural activities. https://sambad.in/state/floodwaters-are-receding-farmers-are-crying-in-hidmundu-12219928

A heartbreaking video has emerged showing a father battling terminal cancer giving life lessons and family responsibilities to his young son, Mantra, from his hospital bed. The father calls his son a 'hero' and asks him to take care of his mother and two sisters after he is gone. Though the young boy is too small to understand the complexities of life, he promises his tearful father to look after the family. This emotional final conversation between the dying father and his innocent son has left netizens in tears. https://argusnews.in/national/little-boy-cries-after-fathers-final-promise

An unidentified woman aged around 60 jumped into the Kuakhai River from the bridge in Bhubaneswar on Saturday evening. Witnesses saw her leaving her bag and slippers before jumping into the flooded river. Fire services from Mancheswar and Pahala reached the spot and conducted a search operation for over an hour. Due to the high water current and darkness, the search was halted around 9:30 PM. The Mancheswar police have seized her belongings but found no ID. A specialized striking force and ODRAF teams are expected to resume the search operation on Sunday morning. https://sambad.in/state/woman-jumps-into-kuakhai-river-from-bridge-search-operation-suspended-12216947

Nisha Maharana aspires to become a lawyer with the primary goal of fighting for women's rights and justice. She aims to support women facing legal challenges and social issues through her professional career, reflecting a strong commitment to female empowerment and social change. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/nishas-dream-is-to-become-a-lawyer-and-fight-for-women-otvshorts-nishamaharana-dreamjob-12216741

Achyuta Samanta, founder of KIIT and KISS, has been conferred with an honorary doctorate by Maharaja Ganga Singh University (MGSU), Bikaner. The honor was presented by Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde at a special convocation in Jaipur's Raj Bhavan. This marks the 75th honorary doctorate for Dr. Samanta, recognized for his extraordinary contribution to society through education. National Commission for Women Chairperson Vijaya Kishor Rahatkar was also honored. Samanta dedicated this award to his late mother, Nilimarani. https://odishasambad.in/75th-honorary-doctorate-of-achyuta-samanta-conferred-by-maharaja-ganga-singh-university/