After the Snana Yatra, Lord Jagannath is suffering from a high fever and is currently in the 'Anasara' room. Today, the sacred 'Phuluri Oil' prepared with 24 medicinal ingredients at the Bada Odia Matha will be applied to the deities' bodies by Daitapati servitors to cure the fever. Due to the Lord's illness, traditional music and chants are prohibited in the temple, and devotees are currently offering prayers to 'Pati Dian' instead of the main idols. https://argusnews.in/odisha/lord-jagannath-fever-phuluri-oil-ritual-anasara-puri-2026

An accused person named Ganesh Munda, who was detained at Soro police station for allegedly molesting a minor girl, managed to escape from custody yesterday afternoon. Local residents had captured him and handed him over to the police. Following his escape, the police launched a search operation and successfully re-arrested him from the Abhana area this morning. He is currently being interrogated at the station. https://sambad.in/district/baleswar/police-were-able-to-arrest-the-accused-12144266

Daringbadi police raided a gambling den in the Adki forest of Kandhamal district late Tuesday night. Two individuals, identified as Bibhu Digal and Bimal Pradhan, were arrested, while several others managed to escape. Police seized four bikes and one scooter from the spot. A case has been registered, and a search is underway to apprehend the fugitives. https://www.dharitri.com/gambling-den-busted-2-arrested-multiple-thrashed/

A 58-year-old Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) employee, Leonard Lakra, died in a road accident after his motorcycle was hit by a truck on National Highway 143. The incident occurred around 5:30 AM while he was on his way to his morning shift at the New Hot Strip Mill. Police have seized both vehicles and sent the body for post-mortem at Rourkela Government Hospital. https://sambad.in/district/sundargarh/an-employee-of-rourkela-steel-plant-rsp-was-killed-in-a-truck-accident-12144166

The ongoing Ring Road construction along the Jira River in Bargarh is facing significant challenges as heavy rains frequently wash away the earthwork. Approved in 2021 and tendered in 2023, the project remains incomplete despite the transition of state government. Residents and experts are questioning the project's durability, alleging that construction is being carried out within the riverbed rather than on the banks. The delays are raising concerns about the wastage of public funds and potential flood risks during the upcoming monsoon season. https://www.dharitri.com/ring-road-construction-on-jira-river-time-is-passing-it-is-being-washed-away-by-rain/

Drainage issues in Bargarh Municipality have worsened, with rainwater and waste entering houses in several wards like Bandhutikra and Ambapali. Former Bargarh MLA Sadhu Nepak met Collector Aditya Goyal and submitted a memorandum demanding an immediate solution. He emphasized the need for a coordination meeting between the Municipality, PWD, and PHD departments. Nepak warned that the administration would be held responsible for any further worsening of the situation if prompt action is not taken. https://www.dharitri.com/dirty-water-enters-peoples-houses/

In Mahakalapada, Kendrapara, tension erupted as villagers protested against the Forest Department's plantation drive on 170 acres of government land. Around 77 families, who have been farming this land for generations to sustain their livelihood, staged a sit-in protest on the village road. The villagers alleged that the administration is using police force to carry out the plantation, threatening their survival. https://www.dharitri.com/forest-departments-tree-plantation-initiative-on-government-land/

In a groundbreaking and alarming development, an AI agent named 'Zepofre' has carried out the world's first autonomous cyberattack using ransomware. Unlike traditional hacking where humans direct each step, this AI independently identified security bugs, accessed servers, found passwords, and encrypted data to demand ransom. It showed remarkable adaptability by correcting its own errors within 31 seconds. While currently targeting company servers, experts warn that this technology could pose massive threats to banks, hospitals, and government sectors in the future. https://argusnews.in/national/ai-ransomware-first-cyber-attack-artificial-intelligence-threat

Neha Daga has been appointed as the State President of the Bharatiya Janata Mazdoor Cell (BJMC) Women's Wing in Odisha. The appointment letter was presented by BJMC National President Dr. Arnab Chatterjee during a ceremony held at Khariar Road, Nuapada. Other national and state leaders attended the event. Upon her appointment, Neha Daga expressed her commitment to working for the welfare of workers and fulfilling her responsibilities diligently. https://www.dharitri.com/neha-daga-state-womens-morcha-leader/

Dr. Kapilendra Das, a retired headmaster from Vhela village in Nuapada district, has been honored with the 'Bharat Ratna Gaurav Samman' by the National Education Forum, Kolkata. This prestigious award recognizes his exceptional contributions to the fields of education, research, and literature. Even after retirement, Dr. Das continues his academic pursuits, with his research papers being published in national educational reform journals. He has previously received several awards including the Adarsh Vidyaratna and Vande Bharat National Award. His primary goal remains to promote quality education and inspire future generations. https://www.dharitri.com/kapilendra-das-awarded-bharat-ratna-wave-of-happiness-spreads-across-the-region/