A depression over Northwest Bay of Bengal has triggered heavy rainfall across Odisha. The meteorological department has issued an orange warning for 8 districts including Bargarh and Sambalpur for the next 3 hours, and a yellow alert for 7 other districts. The state has recorded 22% more than normal rainfall between June 1 and June 6, with Sonepur receiving the highest rainfall. The system is currently active over South Jharkhand and North Interior Odisha. https://otvkhabar.in/weather/heavy-rain-alert-western-odisha-likely-to-witness-intense-showers-today-12140717

The EPFO has initiated the process of crediting 8.25% interest to PF accounts for the financial year 2025-26. Millions of employees will see increased balances in their accounts. Users can check their status via the official EPFO website, UMANG app, missed call service, or SMS. Interest is being updated in phases across different accounts. https://www.dharitri.com/epfo-interest-update-8-crore-pf-accounts-will-now-receive-8-25-interest-know-how-to-check-pf-balance/

A tragic road accident occurred late Monday night on Kajala road under Kendrapara Sadar police station limits. An unidentified young man died after losing balance while riding toward the National Highway. His bike reportedly fell on top of him after he skidded off the road. Local police led by Inspector Padmalaya Pradhan reached the spot, recovered the body, and sent it to the District Headquarters Hospital. An investigation into the matter is ongoing. https://www.dharitri.com/youth-dies-in-road-accident-in-kendrapara/

Two people, including a shopkeeper named Uday Kiran and a woman, were seriously injured after being attacked with sharp weapons by miscreants in the Laxmisagar area of Bhubaneswar late at night. The victims were rushed to Capital Hospital in critical condition. While the exact motive remains unknown, police suspect past enmity and have launched an investigation into the incident. https://odishasambad.in/2-injured-in-sword-attack-near-laxmi-sagar-area-in-bhubaneswar/

The daily horoscope for all zodiac signs provides insights into career, finance, and family life. Aries should be careful with finances, while Leo may see unexpected financial gains. Gemini and Mithuna focus on family and religious trips. Cancer benefits from stock market investments, and Libra enjoys mental peace. Scorpions may see business changes, and Aquarius needs to be wary of respect issues. Pisces and Sagittarius face mixed results with potential gains from enemies or political praise. Remedies for each sign are also suggested. https://argusnews.in/horoscope/today-horoscope-odia-ajira-rashifala-july-2026

The post-mortem report of Cuttack Chauliaganj Police Station IIC Beauty Mohanty reveals that she died of suffocation. Her body was found hanging in her official quarters on Saturday morning. While the family finds it hard to believe it was suicide, the police have recovered important details from her call records. A high-level team including an SP and Additional DCP is investigating the case to determine the exact cause of death. https://www.dharitri.com/postmortem-report-of-chauliaganj-police-station-iic-has-arrived/

A political controversy erupted in Lucknow during a BJP roadshow for National President Nitin Naveen. A video went viral showing an artist dressed as Lord Hanuman dancing with a BJP flag. Opposition parties and a lawyer from the Punjab and Haryana High Court have filed a police complaint, alleging that the use of religious symbols for political promotion hurts Hindu sentiments. The complainant has demanded an FIR under Section 299 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 against the organizers and the artist. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/national-international/hanuman-costume-at-bjp-roadshow-sparks-political-controversy/3262289

A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is causing heavy rainfall across Odisha. The IMD has issued an orange warning for 8 districts including Sambalpur and Sundargarh for the next 24 hours. A yellow alert has also been issued for 7 other districts. Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea until September 7th due to rough conditions. Possible waterlogging and crop damage are expected in affected areas. https://argusnews.in/weather-calamities/fresh-rainfall-likely-over-odisha

Sunita Nayak, a government school teacher from Berhampur, Odisha, has gained national and international recognition for her environmental and social work. Since 2021, she has been providing free education to slum children and promoting environmental protection through tree plantation and beach cleaning. She notably used over 5,500 plastic bottle caps to create 'Sattwik Wing' and 'Divine Wall', earning spots in the National and International Book of Records. Additionally, she funds menstrual hygiene awareness programs and sanitary pad distribution from her own salary. https://sambad.in/punascha-pruthibi/environmental-warrior-sunitas-journey-12140411

A family in Dalimbapur village under Paralakhemundi police station in Gajapati district has been facing social boycott for over a year. The family was allegedly ostracized after failing to pay a fine imposed by village heads. They are being denied access to public tube wells, temple entry, and essential supplies from local shops. Despite reporting the matter to the police, the family claims they are being threatened further and have now approached the district administration seeking protection and justice. https://sambad.in/district/gajapati/gajapati-family-alleges-social-boycott-harassment-in-dalimbapur-village-12140613