A car accident occurred near Sarangipalli on the Bhanjanagar-Aska main road in Ganjam district. A businessman from Phulbani, Bibhuti Panda, and his family were returning from a feast in Berhampur when their car lost balance and hit a roadside tree. Four people, including the driver, were injured. They were initially treated at Bhanjanagar Medical and later shifted to Berhampur Medical College for further treatment. Gangpur police are investigating the incident. https://www.dharitri.com/they-were-returning-from-a-party-their-car-crashed-into-a-tree-and-then-it-happened/

For the upcoming Rath Yatra 2026, mobile hospitals will be stationed on the National Highway (NH) to provide immediate medical assistance to devotees traveling to Puri. This initiative aims to handle emergencies and ensure health services are accessible during the massive gathering. The mobile units will be equipped with medical staff and essential supplies to cater to pilgrims on the go. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/mobile-hospital-to-be-in-nh-on-the-go-rathyatra2026-mobilehospital-puri-otv-otvshorts-12139158

Masked thieves broke into the Lalique Museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, northeastern France, and stole 20 pieces of crystal jewelry worth approximately 4 million euros (around 40 crore INR). Despite high security and alarms, the burglars escaped before the police arrived. The museum, dedicated to the work of René Lalique, has been temporarily closed following the incident, and an investigation is currently underway to apprehend the suspects. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/thieves-stole-jewelry-worth-40-crore-from-a-french-museum-12139142

In the sensational Kalyansinghpur mob violence case in Rayagada district, a Test Identification (TI) parade was held at Bissam Cuttack sub-jail. Under the supervision of a First Class Judicial Magistrate, the victim identified 24 accused individuals. The case dates back to June 16, when a mob of over 500 people assaulted and stripped a young woman and man over child-kidnapping rumors. Declared a 'Red Flag' case, the investigation is being monitored by the Crime Branch and NIA, following significant national outrage. https://sambad.in/state/kalyansinghpur-mob-violence-case-ti-parade-conducted-for-24-accused-in-bisam-cuttack-sub-jail-12139225

Continuous rainfall has caused waterlogging of up to two feet at Banjipadar Primary School in Karlamunda block. While administration officials and the fire brigade arrived to drain the water using pumps, neighboring landowners refused to allow the water to flow into their fields. As a result, students are forced to study in a single under-construction classroom. The Tehsildar has promised to identify government land for a new drainage system soon. https://sambad.in/state/floodwater-inundates-banjipadar-primary-school-in-kalahandi-drainage-challenge-disrupts-classes-12139116

According to a World Bank report, Odisha has witnessed a significant economic transformation over the past three decades, with its per capita income now 75% higher than Uttar Pradesh. While India remains in the 'lower-middle income' category, five states including Delhi, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu have entered the 'upper-middle income' bracket. Delhi leads with a per capita income of $6,217. The report highlights growing economic disparity among Indian states, noting that Bihar remains the poorest while states like Karnataka and Telangana have surpassed the incomes of countries like Indonesia and Vietnam. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/odisha-emerges-as-indias-fast-rising-economy-on-world-bank-income-benchmark-12139171

Iran has expressed gratitude to India for sending a high-level delegation to attend the funeral of its late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei. The Iranian Embassy highlighted that this gesture reflects the deep historical and cultural ties between the two nations. The Indian delegation included the Governor of Bihar, the Minister of State for External Affairs, political leaders like Salman Khurshid and Mehbooba Mufti, as well as religious heads from various faiths. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/iran-thanked-india-for-attending-khameneis-funeral-12139155

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the new Puri-Koraput Express. The train connects coastal Odisha with southern and western parts via Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur, and Rayagada. Additionally, the Berhampur-Surat Amrit Bharat Express will now run daily instead of thrice a week. The central government is investing 97,000 crore rupees to strengthen Odisha's railway network, including the redevelopment of 50 stations. https://odishasambad.in/new-train-runs-from-puri-to-koraput-ahead-of-world-famous-rath-yatra/

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the Puri-Koraput Express from Puri station. The train connects coastal Odisha to Western and Southern regions via Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur, and Balangir. Additionally, over 300 special trains have been announced for the Rath Yatra festival, and the Berhampur-Surat Amrit Bharat Express has also commenced its service. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/cm-mohan-charan-majhi-and-railway-minister-flag-off-puri-koraput-express/3261880

In Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi, an open 'switch valve chamber' of the Basudha water supply project caused two consecutive accidents for the same car. The car fell into open chambers at Kalampur Chhak and later near Panchayat Chhak as the structures were not relocated during road expansion. Local residents rescued the vehicle and the driver escaped unhurt. Despite repeated complaints and media reports, lack of coordination between departments has left these hazardous pits uncovered, posing a constant threat to commuters and livestock. https://www.dharitri.com/car-falls-into-ditch-at-two-different-places-in-thuamul-rampur/