After the Snana Yatra, Lord Jagannath is suffering from a high fever and is currently in the 'Anasara' room. Today, the sacred 'Phuluri Oil' prepared with 24 medicinal ingredients at the Bada Odia Matha will be applied to the deities' bodies by Daitapati servitors to cure the fever. Due to the Lord's illness, traditional music and chants are prohibited in the temple, and devotees are currently offering prayers to 'Pati Dian' instead of the main idols. https://argusnews.in/odisha/lord-jagannath-fever-phuluri-oil-ritual-anasara-puri-2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested another suspect, Rohan Ranjan Routray, from Uttar Pradesh in connection with the Azad Nagar bomb blast case in Bhubaneswar. The explosion occurred in January 2026 on the terrace of a rented house in Sundarpada, leading to the death of the main accused and his mother. Rohan, a resident of the Patia area in Bhubaneswar, is suspected of supplying the explosives. The NIA has been investigating the case since April 6 and is currently interrogating the detainee. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/another-person-arrested-in-azadnagar-bomb-blast-case/article-37430

India suffered its worst-ever T20I defeat by run margin, losing to England by 125 runs in Nottingham. Chasing 202, the Shreyas Iyer-led side was bundled out for just 76 runs in 11.4 overs. This marks India's fourth consecutive loss under Iyer's captaincy, following a 0-2 series loss to Ireland. Only 4 Indian batters reached double digits as the team narrowly avoided their lowest-ever T20 score of 74. https://otvkhabar.in/sports/india-suffers-biggest-defeat-in-t20i-history-loses-to-england-by-125-runs-12144872

The mother of Prabhas Mondal, the prime accused in the Baruipur rape and murder case, has refused to claim his body after he was killed in a police encounter. She stated that her son deserved the punishment for his heinous crime. The encounter occurred during a crime scene reconstruction when Mondal allegedly tried to snatch a weapon and fire at the police. The case involved the brutal rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl whose body was found in a pond on July 5. https://www.dharitri.com/he-deserved-it-mother-refuses-to-accept-body-of-baruipur-rape-murder-accused/

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who replaced Sanju Samson, has struggled in his first two matches during India's tour of England. Scoring only 14 and 13 runs respectively, his performance has sparked debate about his place in the playing XI. Under Shreyas Iyer's captaincy, Team India faced a crushing 125-run defeat in the third T20 after being bowled out for just 76 runs while chasing England's 201. Despite the failures, management seems keen on giving the youngster more chances. https://www.dharitri.com/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-failed-in-two-consecutive-matches-will-vaibhav-suryavanshi-leave-the-team/

The 2027 Asia Cup is scheduled to be held in Bangladesh from June 18 to July 4. The tournament will return to the One Day International (ODI) format, with matches set to take place across venues in Mirpur, Chittagong, and Sylhet. This will be the first major tournament under the leadership of new BCB President Tamim Iqbal. Additionally, security assurances have been discussed regarding Team India's potential visit to the country. https://argusnews.in/sports/asia-cup-2027-date-format-and-full-information

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has challenged critics of E20 petrol, asking for a single example of a car damaged by its use. He dismissed negative claims as 'paid campaigns' and highlighted that E20 ethanol-blended petrol helps reduce crude oil imports and boost farmers' income. Gadkari noted that ethanol production from maize has significantly increased earnings for farmers in UP and Bihar. The government also clarified that no decision has been made yet regarding the introduction of E25 petrol. https://odishasambad.in/name-one-car-damaged-by-ethanol-fuel-nitin-gadkari-dares-e20-critics/

A bizarre incident occurred in Bhadrak where a car owner received a traffic fine for a motorcycle violation. The Nayagarh RTO issued a 5,000 INR challan against Kshitis Samanta Behera's car number, alleging mobile phone usage while riding a bike. The car was reportedly in Bhadrak when the violation was recorded in Nayagarh. This highlights negligence in the transport department's enforcement system. Simultaneously, the State Transport Authority (STA) has intensified fitness checks across Odisha, issuing thousands of challans and ordering the seizure of vehicles for repeated safety violations. https://argusnews.in/odisha/car-owner-receives-bike-echallan-transport-department-error

Odisha Labor Minister Ganesh Ram Khuntia has issued a stern warning against illegal labor contractors involved in migrant labor trafficking. He stated that brokers operating without registration or trafficking minors will face arrest. The Labor Department is identifying such brokers and has instructed Sarpanchs and Panchayat officials to maintain records of outbound workers via a special form. BDOs will be responsible for collecting and monitoring this data to curb exploitation. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/dadan-dalal-will-be-arrested---minister/article-37429

In a major success for security forces in South Kashmir's Shopian district, a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist was killed in a multi-day encounter. The joint operation involving the Indian Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and CRPF began in the Chanapora area based on specific intelligence. After nearly four to five days of tracking through dense forests and orchards, the forces cordoned off the escape routes and neutralized the terrorist. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the site, and search operations continue to ensure no other militants are hiding in the vicinity. https://otvkhabar.in/crime/lashkar-terrorist-who-was-trapped-in-jk-for-four-days-killed-in-encounter-12144786