A massive 27 kg Catla fish (Bhakuara) was caught by local fishermen at the Indravati reservoir in Kalahandi district. Following heavy rains over the last two days, new water inflow has led to the capture of large fish in the area. A huge crowd gathered to witness the giant fish on Monday. Indravati reservoir is well-known in the state not only for irrigation and power generation but also for its significant fish production. https://www.dharitri.com/27-kg-of-bhakur-found-from-indravati-reservoir/

A violent clash between two rival inmate groups in a prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka, has resulted in the deaths of 25 people and left over a hundred injured. The conflict reportedly began over disputes regarding drug trafficking within the facility. Inmates allegedly seized firearms from the prison armory to carry out attacks. Authorities have deployed Special Task Forces and riot police to control the situation, and an official investigation has been launched. https://www.dharitri.com/clash-between-two-rival-groups-in-jail-25-dead/

The Delhi government has implemented a new Electric Vehicle (EV) policy effective from July 1, which will remain active until March 31, 2030. According to this policy, the registration of petrol two-wheelers will be banned in Delhi starting April 1, 2028. To encourage the shift, the government is offering subsidies on EV purchases: up to ₹30,000 in the first year, ₹20,000 in the second, and ₹10,000 in the third year, depending on the battery capacity (kWh). A dedicated portal has been launched for subsidy claims, applicable only to vehicles registered in Delhi. https://sambad.in/web-story/delhi-new-ev-policy-electric-bike-scooter-subsidy-petrol-two-wheelers-ban-12137738

Three hotels and banquet halls in Bargarh city were sealed by the State Pollution Control Board for violating environmental regulations. The Sambalpur regional office took this action after the establishments failed to provide satisfactory explanations for operating without proper permits and causing pollution. The administrative crackdown followed a prior notice issued on the 25th of last month. https://www.dharitri.com/pollution-control-act-violation-3-hotels-welfare-mandap-sealed/

Congress leaders and workers were arrested in Puri for waving black flags at Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during his visit for the Rath Yatra coordination meeting. The protest was led by Ramachandra Sahoo and other leaders, highlighting issues like textbook distribution delays, problems in Jagannath temple darshan, frequent power cuts, and poor healthcare facilities in the district. They also criticized the government for allowing ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatra activities. Following the arrests, a district Congress team visited the reserve police line to meet the detained members. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=207391

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi's extradition to India is now imminent as he lost his final legal battle in the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). He has been in London's Wandsworth prison since March 2019 following allegations of money laundering and fraud involving Punjab National Bank. With all legal options exhausted, the UK government will proceed with administrative formalities to handover Modi to Indian authorities (CBI and ED). https://www.dharitri.com/paving-the-way-for-silent-modis-return-to-india-last-legal-battle-lost/

A 29-year-old youth named Raghunath Deep was arrested and sent to jail for a murderous attack on Hemant Badhei in Badadunguriguda village under Rishida outpost. The accused allegedly attacked the victim with a cold drink glass bottle following a verbal spat, causing serious injuries to his face and forehead. Police registered a case under relevant sections of the BNS and forwarded the accused to court. After his bail plea was rejected, he was sent to judicial custody in M. Rampur jail. https://www.dharitri.com/youth-attack-case-accused-sent-to-jail/

A 74-year-old man named Sunam Sahu died after drowning in a pond in Pendurabadi village under Digapahandi block of Ganjam district. The incident occurred while he was bathing in the evening. Firefighters recovered his body after a long search operation. He was declared dead at the local health center, and police have sent the body for post-mortem to Berhampur. https://www.dharitri.com/sunam-went-to-bathe-in-the-pond-suddenly-something-happened/

A public grievance redressal camp was organized by the Bolagarh block administration at Daleisahi Panchayat in Khordha district. Inaugurated by Additional BDO Dr. Ratikant Mishra, the event saw participation from various departments like Agriculture, Health, and Revenue. Out of 57 registered complaints, 24 were resolved on the spot, and officials promised to address the remaining 33 soon. The initiative aims to bring administrative services closer to rural citizens. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=207377