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

A five-day capacity building training program for Odisha Information Service (OIS) officers was successfully concluded at IIMC, New Delhi. Held from June 29 to July 3, the program saw participation from 19 officers across various departments. The training focused on modern media management, strategic PR, digital communication, and the use of Artificial Intelligence in media. Former PIB DG Jaydeep Bhatnagar attended the valedictory session, emphasizing effective communication for public service. This initiative aims to strengthen the state's public relations framework to support the 'Vikasit Odisha 2036' vision. https://prajuktiodisha.com/ois-officers-media-communication-training-iimc-new-delhi

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

Vedanta Aluminium's coal mines have strengthened healthcare services in remote areas of Odisha through their Mobile Health Unit (MHU) program. This initiative has reached over 50,000 beneficiaries, including 4,000 children, across 16 villages in Sundargarh and Jharsuguda districts. In the past three years, the program has conducted over 3,500 free medical camps and 1,100 health awareness sessions. The units focus on early diagnosis, providing free consultations and medicines for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, as well as maternal and child health. This effort is part of Vedanta's broader community development initiative reaching over 2 lakh people across 26 villages. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/coal-mine-mobile-health-unit-benefits-over-50k-people/3262063