A terrorist attack on a police post in Balochistan's Ziarat district has resulted in the deaths of nine police personnel, including two senior officers. The incident occurred in the Mangi Phase-3 area near the Mangi Dam. Five other officers are reported missing. Following the attack, a heavy exchange of fire broke out between security forces and the terrorists. Additional forces have been deployed in the area, and a search operation is currently underway to locate the missing personnel and neutralise the attackers. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/9-police-personnel-killed-in-militant-attack-in-southwestern-pakistan/article-37404

All three host nations—the USA, Mexico, and Canada—have been eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 after losing their Round of 16 matches. Belgium defeated the USA 4-1, Morocco beat Canada 3-0, and England overcame Mexico 3-2 to advance to the quarterfinals. Other teams reaching the quarters include France, Norway, Spain, and Argentina. This tournament is the first to be hosted by three nations jointly and features 49 teams. Historically, only six host nations have won the World Cup title. https://odishasambad.in/all-three-world-cup-co-hosts-eliminated-from-tournament/

A giant saltwater crocodile was spotted floating in the Brahmani river near Patrapur bridge in Pattamundai, Kendrapara district. The sighting has caused widespread panic among local residents who depend on the river for their daily needs. People gathered in large numbers to witness the reptile, which reportedly appears frequently in the area. Locals have urged the forest department to take immediate action to ensure their safety. https://www.dharitri.com/iant-crocodile-is-floating-in-the-ali-brahmani-river/

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has appointed new heads for major police organizations. IPS officer Amit Garg (1993 batch, AP cadre) has been appointed as the Director of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) until October 2027. Alok Kumar Mittal (1993 batch, Haryana cadre) is the new Director General of BPR&D, serving until June 2029. Additionally, Sujit Pandey (1994 batch, UP cadre) has been appointed as the Director of the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA) until July 2028. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/senior-ips-officer-amit-garg-named-ncrb-chief/article-37405

The carcass of a leopard was found hanging from a tree near Jarada Chhak in Ganjam district, Odisha. Local residents spotted the animal near a stone crusher at the foothills and informed the Kabisuryanagar police and Polasara forest department. Authorities have seized the body and initiated an investigation. Forest officials stated that the exact cause of death—whether it was poaching or an accident in a snare—will be revealed after the post-mortem report. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/dead-body-of-a-cholera-tiger-on-a-tree/article-37403

The 2026 FIFA World Cup marked the end of an era as Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo exited the tournament without winning the trophy. Brazil lost to Norway, leading to Neymar's retirement from international football, while Portugal's defeat against Spain shattered Ronaldo's lifelong dream. The article highlights five legendary footballers—Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Johan Cruyff, Ferenc Puskás, and Eusébio—who achieved massive success at the club level and set numerous records but could never clinch the FIFA World Cup title during their illustrious careers. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/sports/ronaldo-after-neymar-5-great-football-player-who-could-not-won-the-world-cup-trophy/3262489

A unique love story featured on OTV's 'News Fuse' shows a person climbing a tower to perform an engagement ceremony. The incident has gone viral on social media, sparking humor and roasts among netizens due to the extreme nature of this romantic gesture. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/news-fuse-reels-what-a-father-in-love-otv-newsfuse-odishatv-otvshorts-12141469

Researchers at Sambalpur University in Odisha have developed a 'Polyherbal Anti-Cancer Formulation' using five medicinal plants from the Gandhamardan hills. The formulation has shown 100% success in animal trials, where tumors in mice were completely cured within 35 days without side effects like chemotherapy. Research started in 2019 based on traditional healers' advice. Following the successful animal trials, preparations are now underway for human clinical trials to further evaluate its safety and efficacy. https://otvkhabar.in/health/odisha-researchers-develop-herbal-anti-cancer-formula-human-trials-planned-12141424

VVS Laxman is set to take over as the head coach for the Indian cricket team's tour of Zimbabwe starting July 23, in place of Gautam Gambhir. Due to a busy schedule involving the Asian Games and the West Indies tour, BCCI is likely to appoint Laxman along with Sunil Joshi and Hrishikesh Kanitkar. India will play a 3-match T20 series in Zimbabwe. https://odishasambad.in/vvs-laxman-to-coach-india-on-zimbabwe/

The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition filed by the DMK against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay regarding his visit to compensate victims of a stampede in Karur that killed 41 people. The court advised the DMK not to turn the courtroom into a political battlefield, stating that political disputes should be settled outside. The Chief Minister plans to provide ₹10 lakh and government jobs to the victims' families. The investigation into the incident, which occurred during a TVK rally, has been transferred from state police to the CBI. https://www.dharitri.com/supreme-court-dismisses-dmks-plea-against-chief-minister-vijay/