After the Niladri Bije ritual, Lord Jagannath has returned to the Ratna Singhasan. Following a 12-day break during the Rath Yatra, the preparation of Mahaprasad (Abadha) resumed in the temple kitchen on Tuesday. Devotees gathered in large numbers at Anand Bazar to partake in the Nilachal Abadha. Various items like rice, dal, and different curries were prepared after the necessary rituals like Rosha Homa and Surya Puja. The temple atmosphere is filled with devotion as normal rituals and daily offerings have recommenced. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=208641

A school teacher in Dhenkanal district narrow escaped after his electric bike caught fire while he was riding it. The incident occurred in Parjang area when Girish Chandra Matia Mishra was returning home after dropping his wife at school. Locals helped extinguish the fire, but the bike, purchased for 1.85 lakh rupees, was severely damaged. Additionally, the Ramchandi temple has been submerged due to heavy floods. https://sambad.in/district/dhenkanal/the-moving-vehicle-suddenly-caught-fire-12207957

Heavy rains triggered by a deep depression over North Odisha have led to the closure of schools and Anganwadi centers in 9 districts, including Sambalpur, Bargarh, and Balasore. The IMD has issued red alerts for 4 districts and orange alerts for 13 others. Flooding is reported in several areas as river levels rise. The state health department has reviewed preparations, ensuring the supply of essential medicines and emergency services in affected regions. Rainfall is expected to continue until September 3rd. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/heavy-rain-likely-in-western-odisha--schools-to-remain-closed-in-9-districts/article-37811

The Odisha government has stated that the flood situation caused by heavy rains is gradually coming under control. The concerned minister informed that specialized teams like ODRAF, NDRF, and Fire Services are actively rescuing people from low-lying areas. Relief camps have been set up with essential supplies including food, water, and medicine. District collectors have been put on high alert to deal with any further rain or low-pressure situations, with 24-hour control rooms operational to monitor the crisis. https://odishasambad.in/flood-situation-under-control-rescue-and-evacuation-intensified-odisha-minister/

Decomposed bodies of a 40-year-old woman, Phulamani Hembram, and her 13-year-old disabled daughter, Sakara Murmu, were recovered in Divyasinghpur village, Mayurbhanj district. While the mother's body was found in a decomposed state inside their house, the daughter's body was floating in a nearby canal. Police suspect the mother died five days ago and the disabled daughter drowned in the canal while searching for food. Although locals suspect murder due to land disputes, police have registered a case of unnatural death and are awaiting the post-mortem report. https://sambad.in/crime/mother-and-differently-abled-daughter-found-dead-in-mayurbhanj-mystery-surrounds-tragic-incident-12206471

During the Monsoon Session of Parliament, BJP MP Kangana Ranaut condemned the use of abusive language against PM Narendra Modi and his late mother during the NEET paper leak protests at Jantar Mantar. She questioned the identity of such protesters asking 'what kind of students are these'. Meanwhile, the protests ended as the government accepted demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Ranaut also supported the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, aimed at curbing paper leaks. https://odishasambad.in/kangana-ranaut-on-cjp-protest-75-year-old-prime-minister-was-targeted-filthy-abuse-hurled-at-his-late-mother-what-kind-of-students-are-these/

Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas has triggered flood fears in Odisha's Jajpur district. The Baitarani river's water level is nearing the danger mark at Akhuapada. Consequently, the district administration ordered the closure of all schools from 2 PM today to ensure student safety. Several villages across Jajpur, Binjharpur, and Dasarathpur blocks are at risk of inundation as water levels in both Baitarani and Kharsrota rivers continue to rise. https://sambad.in/district/jajpur/flood-in-odisha-baitarani-river-rises-major-flood-threat-in-jajpur-12205785

The CBI has filed a massive 20,000-page chargesheet against 13 accused in the NEET-UG paper leak case at Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court. The document includes testimonies from 360 witnesses and 422 documents. Among those charged are three subject experts from NTA and several mediators. Forensic and cyber investigations confirmed the paper leak after raids at 92 locations across multiple states. The court has granted the CBI three additional days to scan and submit supplementary documents, scheduling the next hearing for August 3. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/fast-track-court-takes-cbis-chargesheet-on-record-in-neet-paper-leak-case-12208233

Delhi Police investigation into the July 20 Parliament march violence reveals that 989 habitual offenders were involved. Commissioner Anurag Kumar reported to the Home Ministry that notorious criminals with records of murder and robbery participated in the unrest. Using CCTV and Facial Recognition System (FRS), the police identified these suspects and formed 20 teams to arrest them. The protest, initially permitted only for Jantar Mantar, turned violent when rioters broke barricades and attacked police. https://odishasambad.in/delhi-parliament-violence-989-criminals-identified-20-teams-formed/