Heavy rainfall lasting only two hours has led to severe flood-like conditions and waterlogging in Titlagarh, Odisha. Streets are submerged and daily life has been disrupted as rainwater entered low-lying areas, causing significant inconvenience to the residents. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/flooding-in-2-hours-of-rain-otvshorts-rain-waterlogging-titlagarh-12136194

In a strange incident in Gargarabahala village, Redhakhol, Sambalpur, a thief returned stolen gold ornaments and cash just hours after the theft. The incident, which occurred during the day and saw items returned by the same evening, has become a topic of discussion due to the thief's unexpected change of heart. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/show-humanity-thief-loot-odisha-crime-otv-otvshorts-humanity-12137981

In a major FIFA World Cup upset, Norway defeated five-time champions Brazil 2-1 to reach the quarter-finals for the first time. Erling Haaland scored two goals (79', 90') to stun Brazil, while Neymar's late goal wasn't enough to save his team. With 7 goals in the tournament, Haaland is now a joint-top scorer alongside Messi and Mbappe. The article also highlights Haaland's past connection with India, where he played against the Indian U-17 team in 2016. Norway will now face England in the quarter-finals. https://sambad.in/sports/haland-magic-norway-in-quater-12140005

Cristiano Ronaldo's FIFA World Cup journey ended in tears as Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup pre-quarterfinals. The 41-year-old legendary footballer played his final World Cup match, where Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal for Spain during injury time. Despite multiple scoring opportunities, Ronaldo couldn't find the net against Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simon. Portugal set a new World Cup record with six consecutive clean sheets before conceding this goal. Ronaldo retires from the World Cup with 11 goals and an international record of 146 goals. https://argusnews.in/sports/ronaldo-world-cup-farewell-portugal-dream-ends-vs-spain

Cristiano Ronaldo's dream of winning the FIFA World Cup has come to an end after Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup match. The 41-year-old legendary footballer, who had announced this would be his last World Cup, was seen in tears at the Dallas stadium as Portugal was eliminated. Despite winning numerous major titles in his career, the World Champion title remains elusive for him, leaving millions of fans heartbroken. https://odishasambad.in/ronaldos-world-cup-career-ends-with-a-whimper-as-spains-subs-win-it-late/

A powerful bomb exploded during a political rally organized by the National Citizens Party (NCP) in Savar, near Dhaka, Bangladesh. The rally was held to mark the second anniversary of student protests against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The explosion occurred while a female leader was addressing the crowd, leading to panic and a stampede. At least three people were injured and hospitalized. Police have cordoned off the area and are investigating the type of explosive used and those responsible for the attack. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/bangladesh-ncp-rally-blast-sheikh-hasina-protest-savar-12140692

Continuous heavy rainfall has submerged hundreds of acres of vegetable crops in the Baramba area of Cuttack district. Farmers in regions like Bangerisinga and Gopinathpur are facing massive losses as crops including okra, maize, and cauliflower remain underwater. Due to knee-deep water and the fear of snakes, farmers are unable to enter their fields. While affected farmers are demanding government compensation and a damage assessment, the local Tehsildar has declined to comment on the situation. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/hundreds-of-acres-of-crops-submerged-farmers-demand-immediate-government-aid-12140790

The BCCI has clarified the reason behind Sanju Samson's absence from the Indian squad for the Zimbabwe T20 series. A senior official stated that Samson has been rested to manage his workload, as he is a key member of the upcoming Asian Games squad in September. The selection committee aims to give opportunities to younger players during the Zimbabwe series while keeping senior players like Samson fresh for major upcoming tournaments. https://www.dharitri.com/bcci-senior-official-reveals-reason-sanju-samson-dropped-team-india-zimbabwe-t20i-series-report/

Severe storms and heavy rains in China's Hubei province have claimed at least 8 lives. Wind speeds reaching 149 km/h caused massive infrastructure damage across several cities. Authorities have issued red alerts for further heavy rainfall up to 260mm and potential landslides in provinces like Jiangsu and Shandong. Additionally, Super Typhoon Bavi is approaching Taiwan with speeds of 180 km/h after affecting Guam and other islands. The extreme weather is expected to cause significant agricultural losses to corn and vegetable crops. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/china-hubei-storm-deaths-super-typhoon-bavi-taiwan-alert-12140754

Heavy rains triggered by a low-pressure system are battering Odisha, with the Meteorological Centre issuing Orange and Yellow alerts for 15 districts. Two breaches in the Kani River in Jajpur have flooded agricultural lands. Communication between Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj is cut off as floodwaters flow over the Tel River bridge. The administration remains on high alert due to potential urban flooding and crop damage. https://argusnews.in/weather-calamities/odisha-heavy-rain-alert-next-24-hours-weather-warning