Bahuda Yatra marks the return journey of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra from Gundicha Temple to Shri Mandir. Rituals like Pahandi start at 12 PM, and chariot pulling is scheduled for 4 PM. A special tradition includes the deities being offered 'Poda Pitha' at the Mausi Maa Temple. Despite an IMD yellow alert for rain in Puri, over 6 lakh devotees are expected. The administration has made extensive arrangements for security, traffic, and emergency services. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/ratha-yatra/bahuda-yatra-2026-lord-jagannath-begins-return-journey-to-srimandir/3274100

A recent survey by Utkal University reveals a severe malnutrition and anemia crisis in Odisha's remote tribal areas. Over 53% of PVTG women and 37% of men suffer from anemia, while 50.74% of tribal girls face stunting, with the Hill Khadia tribe reaching a staggering 82.76%. Despite government schemes, 59% of deliveries still occur at home due to poor healthcare access, highlighting a critical public health emergency. https://odishasambad.in/nutrition-crisis-deepens-in-odisha-53-percent-tribal-women-anaemic-study-reveals/

A protest march by the CJP (Cockroach Janata Party) towards the Parliament in New Delhi turned violent on Monday. Clashes erupted as protesters tried to break security barricades, leading police to use tear gas, lathi charge, and deploy riot control vehicles. Several people were injured, and security was tightened at Jantar Mantar and Rail Bhavan. As a precaution, five metro stations were temporarily closed, and the South Entrance of the Parliament was shut for vehicles. Protesters also alleged mobile and internet services were jammed during the protest. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/tear-gas--lathicharge--scuffles--chaos-as-cjp-protesters-march-on-parliament/article-37635

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as the new Education Minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation due to the NEET controversy. President Droupadi Murmu accepted Pradhan's resignation on the advice of PM Narendra Modi and assigned the additional charge of the Ministry of Education to Joshi. Pralhad Joshi, an MP from Dharwad, Karnataka, currently serves as the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New and Renewable Energy. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/pralhad-joshi-appointed-education-minister-after-dharmendra-pradhan-quits/article-37764

Today is the world-famous Suna Besha of Lord Jagannath and his siblings on the chariots in Puri. The deities will be adorned with gold ornaments starting from 5:00 PM today, and devotees can witness this royal attire until 11:00 PM. Meanwhile, a tragic incident occurred during the Bahuda Yatra where a 57-year-old devotee from Cuttack died due to a suspected stampede in the crowd. The district administration has ordered all liquor shops in Puri to remain closed today for the occasion. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/today-is-suna-besha--you-will-have-darshan-at-shraddhalu-from-5-pm/article-37740

The Bahuda Pahandi rituals for Lord Jagannath's return journey in Puri have been completed. Following the traditional sequence, Lord Sudarshan, Lord Balabhadra, Goddess Subhadra, and finally Lord Jagannath were escorted to their respective chariots. Devotees are now eagerly waiting for the pulling of the chariots. On the way back to the main temple, the deities will stop at the Mausi Maa Temple to partake in the traditional Poda Pitha. All rituals were conducted timely to ensure a smooth Bahuda Jatra. https://sambad.in/rathajatra/pahandi-over-12193510

The Bahuda Jatra festival was celebrated with great devotion at the Jagannath Temple in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, organized by the Maharashtra Odia Kalyan Sangha (MOWA). The rituals included Pahandi of the deities, Chhera Pahanra by Dr. Bhagaban Panda, and the pulling of the chariot by thousands of devotees. The event featured cultural programs and bhajans by singer Sricharan Mohanty. The celebrations will continue until Niladri Bije on July 27. Additionally, the article mentions the passing of centenarian freedom fighter Bimbadhar Muduli. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/navi-mumbai-jagannath-bahuda-yatra-kharghar-12195502

Delhi Police used Facial Recognition System (FRS) at Jantar Mantar during student protests to identify over 2,500 individuals with criminal backgrounds. Installed after July 20 violence, the FRS matched faces against police databases to spot wanted criminals and 'Bad Characters' among protesters. Police have registered 15 FIRs and heightened security with barricades and riot control units. Meanwhile, discussions regarding the NEET paper leak continue between the government and student representatives. https://odishasambad.in/police-identify-2500-people-with-criminal-records-at-jantar-mantar-protest-through-facial-recognition-cameras/

The Director General of Police (DGP) of Tripura, Anurag Dhankhar, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at the Agartala Police Headquarters. A 1994 batch IPS officer, Dhankhar had taken charge as the police chief in May 2025. Senior officials have reached the spot and launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of death. The incident has sent shockwaves through the state's administrative and law enforcement circles. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/national-international/tripura-dgp-anurag-dhankar-found-dead-at-police-headquarters-agartala/3271521