The Supreme Court has criticized the DMK for its petition seeking to restrict Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay from visiting victims' families and making public statements regarding the Karur stampede case. The court observed that it cannot control an elected CM's movements or statements and refused to let the court be used as a political platform. Following the court's stern remarks, the DMK withdrew its petition. The stampede, which occurred during a TVK event in September 2025, resulted in 41 deaths and is currently under CBI investigation. https://sambad.in/politics/supreme-courts-stern-reprimand-to-dmk-12143086

A tragic road accident in Madhya Pradesh's Maihar district claimed the lives of five family members when their SUV rammed into a stationary truck late Monday night. The family was returning from a birthday party when the high-speed collision occurred near Rigra village on the national highway. One person remains in critical condition. Police suspect overspeeding as the primary cause and are investigating if the truck had proper safety signals while parked on the roadside. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/madhya-pradesh-maihar-suv-crashes-into-parked-truck-five-killed-12143260

NATO member countries are preparing to announce major defense contracts worth billions of dollars to strengthen military capabilities. This move aims to show commitment to increasing defense spending, aligning with Donald Trump's long-standing demands. The contracts will cover air defense systems, missiles, drones, and fighter jets. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized that increasing defense production and coordination is essential due to the changing global security situation following the Ukraine war. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/nato-prepares-to-show-military-might-to-trump-12143211

Road Romeos in Bhubaneswar are increasingly harassing lone women and minors on the streets. Masked youths on motorcycles without number plates are reportedly making obscene gestures and misbehaving, with a recent incident reported near CRP Square. Despite CCTV footage and complaints filed at Nayapalli and Saheed Nagar police stations, the Commissionerate Police have yet to apprehend the culprits. Under Section 74 of the BNS, such non-bailable offenses carry a prison sentence of 1 to 5 years, raising concerns about the 'Safe City' claims. https://argusnews.in/crime/bhubaneswar-safe-city-questioned-after-road-romeo-cases

Telangana ACB arrested DSP S. Bhima Reddy for possessing disproportionate assets worth over ₹300 crore. During raids at 15 locations, officials seized 2kg gold, 20kg silver, and cash. A key piece of evidence was the DSP's personal handwritten diary where he had meticulously listed all his assets and investments before going on a pilgrimage. He was arrested following raids that began on July 2nd. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/telangana-dsp-arrested-in-disproportionate-assets-case-12143224

The State Transport Authority (STA) of Odisha has issued a new circular to reduce road accidents. According to the directive, vehicles operating without fitness, insurance, or permits will be seized instead of just being fined. Strict action will be taken against habitual offenders. Following this order, a bus traveling from Cuttack to Berhampur was recently seized in Bhubaneswar due to a lack of fitness documents. Officials who fail to enforce these rules also face disciplinary action. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/government-takes-tough-stand-to-curb-road-accidents-sta-orders-vehicle-seizures-12143283

Tension erupted at Rama Devi Women's University in Bhubaneswar after 12 outsiders forcefully entered the campus. The incident followed a dispute between two students over poster sticking. In protest, students locked all university gates. To control the situation, 3 platoons of police force have been deployed, and the Vice-Chancellor has demanded strict action against the trespassers. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/3-platoons-of-police-deployed-after-rd-university-student-dispute/3262733

RC Plasto Tanks and Pipes Private Limited has launched an innovative self-cleaning water tank. This modern technology uses water flow to automatically remove dirt and debris settled at the bottom, solving the common problem of manual tank cleaning. The tank features UV stabilized protection to guard against harmful rays and comes with a 10-year warranty, ensuring better water quality and hygiene for households. https://sambad.in/business/plasto-self-cleaning-water-tank-launch-uv-protection-10-year-warranty-12143245

Heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of Nuapada district has led to a massive influx of fish into local nets. Due to the high supply, fish are being sold at a very low price of just 50 rupees per kilogram, attracting large crowds of happy customers. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/heavy-fish-fell-in-the-net-due-to-the-rain-at-the-upper-end-12143184

Locals in the Balugaon area of Khordha district are in a state of panic after spotting a leopard-like animal. The creature, which resembles a big cat, was later identified as a Fishing Cat. Despite the clarification, the visual similarity to a leopard has caused significant fear among the residents. Forest officials are monitoring the situation to ensure public safety. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/scared-locals-pass-fishing-cats-like-tigers-in-the-sand-12143173