Former US President Donald Trump sparked a fresh controversy by sharing a meme of Italian PM Giorgia Meloni on Truth Social ahead of the NATO summit. The post featured a photo from a previous G7 summit with a caption suggesting a 'restraining order' was needed. Trump claimed Meloni repeatedly requested photos with him and recalled past tensions regarding Italy's refusal to let the US use its runways during a conflict. This post has gone viral as both leaders are expected to meet at the upcoming summit in Turkey. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/trump-shares-controversial-meme-on-giorgia-meloni-ahead-of-nato-summit-12137921

The Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has delivered a landmark judgment regarding reproductive rights, stating that a woman cannot be forced to continue a pregnancy against her will. The court ruled that a woman's consent is paramount and her husband's permission is not required for an abortion within the legal timeframe. Granting permission to a 13-week pregnant woman, the court emphasized that a woman's dignity, mental health, and personal liberty are constitutionally protected rights under the MTP Act of 1971. https://argusnews.in/national/high-court-allows-abortion-without-husband-consent-landmark-womens-rights-verdict

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a high-level review meeting in Puri to assess the preparations for the upcoming Rath Yatra. He directed officials to ensure a seamless and flaw-free execution of the festival, prioritizing devotee safety and convenience. Key issues like infrastructure, traffic management, and emergency services were discussed with Deputy CMs and senior officials. The CM emphasized teamwork and coordination among departments and servitors to uphold the state's spiritual tradition. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/odisha-cm-mohan-majhi-review-ratha-yatra-preparation-in-puri/3261689

Protests are intensifying in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) against the Pakistani government. Sardar Aman Khan, leader of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), has appealed to India for humanitarian aid including food and medicine. Due to an economic blockade imposed by Pakistan, the region is facing severe shortages. Protesters are demanding the opening of the Line of Control (LoC) and have stated that people might seek asylum in India if conditions worsen. Viral videos show residents chanting slogans for Indian assistance and expressing a desire for independence from Pakistan's control. https://argusnews.in/international/jaac-protest-in-pakistan-occupied-kashmir-seeks-india-help

A 14-year-old girl was seriously injured after accidentally falling from the roof of a three-story building in Koraput. She got stuck on the second floor during the fall. After local attempts failed, a 10-member fire brigade team rescued her safely. She is currently undergoing treatment at a local hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. https://www.dharitri.com/14-year-old-girl-falls-from-three-story-building/

The Odisha School and Mass Education Department has issued new guidelines for students from Class 3 to 8. Instead of two exams per year, students will now undergo four assessments annually, including formative and summative evaluations. Two exams will be held between April and September, and the remaining two between October and March. This rule applies to all government and government-aided schools with immediate effect. https://www.dharitri.com/students-will-take-four-exams-a-year/

A 17-year-old boy named Mohammad Asif Ahmed drowned in the Koel River at Hamirpur Ghat in Rourkela while fishing with friends. His body was recovered after a two-hour search by fire services. Separately, all schools in Nuapada district have been ordered to remain closed due to heavy rainfall. https://sambad.in/district/sundargarh/rourkela-teen-drowns-in-koel-river-while-fishing-at-hamirpur-ghat-12137945

Due to a Red Warning for heavy rainfall issued by the IMD, the Nuapada District Collector Madhusudan Dash has ordered the closure of all government and private schools in the district today to ensure student safety. District authorities are monitoring the weather situation closely and have advised citizens to remain alert. https://sambad.in/district/nuapada/nuapada-red-warning-heavy-rainfall-schools-closed-july-6-2026-12137943

Water supply will be temporarily disrupted in several parts of Delhi, including South, East, and Lutyens' Delhi, on July 6 and 7 due to essential pipeline maintenance and infrastructure upgrades by the Delhi Jal Board. The work involves connecting the Greater Kailash main line to a new pipeline as part of the Taimoor Nagar-Maharani Bagh drain expansion project. Residents are advised to store sufficient water in advance. Areas like Haus Khas, Vasant Kunj, and RK Puram will be affected. https://argusnews.in/national/delhi-water-supply-disruption-july-6-7-affected-areas

Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev has expressed concern over the deteriorating health of former Pakistan Prime Minister and cricketer Imran Khan, who is currently imprisoned in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail. Reports suggest that Imran has lost nearly 85% of his vision in his right eye due to lack of medical care. Kapil Dev stated that regardless of the legal matters, Imran Khan was a great cricketer and leader, and should be provided with proper medical treatment on humanitarian grounds. https://sambad.in/sports/kapil-dev-supports-imran-khan-demands-proper-medical-treatment-in-jail-12137843