A valuable gold bracelet worth lakhs of rupees was returned to its rightful owner in Kantabanji, Bolangir district, thanks to the honesty of a local resident named Anil Agarwal and the prompt action of the police. Mukesh Agarwal had lost the bracelet during a wedding in April. Anil found it on the road and handed it over to the police. After verifying the bills and ownership documents, the police officially returned the ornament to Mukesh on July 6, 2026. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=207464

The Emar Mutt in Puri is home to a mysterious secret tunnel that reportedly connects the mutt to the Jagannath Temple and the sea. Historically significant, the mutt gained international fame in 2011 when 522 silver bricks were discovered in its secret chamber. Experts suggest that mahants used this tunnel to travel to the temple. The name 'Emar' originated during British rule from the words 'Mannatha' and 'Ramanuja'. Despite various studies, the complete mystery of the tunnel remains unsolved. https://sambad.in/rathajatra/the-secret-tunnel-of-emar-matha-12143709

Ahead of the Puri Rath Yatra, the Odisha Crime Branch has issued a high alert regarding cyber criminals targeting tourists through fake hotel booking websites. Over 238 'ghost' websites have been blocked so far. A special team led by IG Sarthak Sarangi will scan 1,200 hotels in Puri from July 10 to 25 to verify authentic websites and contact details. Many fraudulent sites are hosted internationally in countries like Romania and Brazil, making it difficult to track owners. Tourists are advised to check for SSL certificates and verify contact numbers before making online payments. https://sambad.in/state/alert-in-puri-for-rath-yatra-12143689

The Gujarat High Court has upheld the death sentence for 38 convicts in the 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case. The court also maintained the life imprisonment of 11 others. The 2008 terror attack involved 21 explosions within 70 minutes, resulting in 56 deaths and over 200 injuries. The court categorized the act as a heinous terrorist conspiracy by the Indian Mujahideen aimed at challenging national security. This ruling confirms the 2022 special court verdict, marking a significant moment in India's judicial history. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/ahmedabad-serial-blasts-case-12143704

The OTV report highlights concerns over errors in school textbooks provided by the Odisha government. In a public forum titled Janamanch, participants criticized the authorities, suggesting that children should receive proper educational books rather than religious texts like Laxmi Purana. The discussion focused on the impact of department negligence on student education and called for immediate reforms and quality assurance in the school curriculum. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/give-children-books-not-lakshmi-purana-otvshorts-odishagovt-schoolbooks-mistakes-12143793

During the 'Paribesh Panchayat' organized by Sambad in Pallahara, MLA Ashok Kumar Mohanty emphasized that tree plantation should be transformed into a mass movement rather than just a formal festival. The event, held at the foothills of Giriswar Temple, focused on environmental protection, climate change, and the urgent need for collective action to save the planet for future generations. Sub-Collector Ravindra Kumar Patel and other dignitaries discussed issues like global warming and pollution, urging citizens to take responsibility for local forests and greenery. https://sambad.in/punascha-pruthibi/environmental-panchayat-in-pallahara-constituency-12143683

CSIR-IMMT has launched a month-long external technical training program for 54 Graduate Engineer Trainees (GETs) of Hindalco Industries Ltd in Bhubaneswar. Running from July 6 to July 31, 2026, the program covers metallurgy, mechanical, environmental, and chemical engineering. It includes theoretical lessons, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. The inauguration featured Prof. Chandi Prasad Nanda, VC of Utkal University, as the chief guest, and Dr. Ramanuj Narayan, Director of CSIR-IMMT, who emphasized the importance of regular training for personal and national growth. The program aims to provide productive learning and professional development through expert-led sessions. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=207419

Senior police officer Manoj Mishra has taken charge as the new Commandant of the 6th Battalion of Odisha Police in Cuttack. He was welcomed by members of the National Union of Journalists and other media representatives with a sacred 'Uttariya' and a Pattachitra of Lord Jagannath. Mr. Mishra expressed his gratitude, noting that he started his career in this very battalion and aims to make it the best with everyone's cooperation. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=207408

A person has been arrested for circulating a morphed and distorted image of the Odisha Chief Minister on social media. The incident involves the use of AI technology to create fake images, which is classified as a serious cybercrime. Odisha Police took swift action to deter such digital crimes and misinformation. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/defacement-of-chief-ministers-photo-is-costly-odishacm-cybercrime-aimorphedimage-otv-12143769

During his visit to Indonesia, PM Narendra Modi recounted the heroic tales of former Odisha CM Biju Patnaik. He highlighted Biju Babu's courageous role in Indonesia's independence movement and his daring act of rescuing Indonesian leaders. The Prime Minister emphasized the deep historical ties between India and Indonesia through Biju Patnaik's legacy. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/modi-narrates-bijus-heroic-story-pmmodi-bijupatnaik-indonesiavisit-otv-12143767