News 1: COVID-19 Cases Rise to 23 in Odisha, Active Count at 19
COVID-19 infections are gradually increasing in Odisha, with five new cases reported in the last 24 hours. This brings the total number of cases in the state to 23. Out of these, four have recovered and returned home, while 19 cases remain active, according to the Health Department.
News 2 : CM Majhi Unveils ₹50,000 Crore Industrial Projects in Dhenkanal
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has launched industrial projects worth over ₹50,000 crore in Dhenkanal. Additionally, he inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development works worth ₹188 crore, including the ₹120 crore Baji Raut Sports Complex.
News 3: Odisha Prepares for Floods as Unseasonal Rains Hit May
Contrary to usual heatwaves in May, this year Odisha experienced unexpected rainfall. Anticipating heavier-than-normal rains ahead, the Chief Minister has directed authorities to initiate early flood preparedness measures.
News 4 : Tahsildar Offices Must Be Centres of Trust: CM to Revenue Officers
Speaking at the State Revenue Officers’ Conference, CM Majhi urged Tahsildars to serve the people with empathy. He emphasized that Tahsildar offices should instill public trust, not fear, and officers must address public grievances efficiently.
News 5 : Fake Mahaprasad Khaja Sale in Puri Sparks District Probe
A shopkeeper in Puri’s Badadand area has been caught selling substandard khaja as Mahaprasad at inflated prices, while also manipulating weights. Following a complaint at Singh Dwar police station, the district administration has launched an investigation.
News 6 : Orange Alert in 3 Odisha Districts as Thunderstorms Loom
The IMD has issued an orange alert for Kalahandi, Mayurbhanj, and Nuapada districts, warning of moderate thunderstorms and lightning with wind speeds of 40–50 kmph expected within the next two hours.
News 7: Stampede at Bengaluru Victory Event Kills 7, Injures 20
A tragic stampede occurred during celebration events near Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, resulting in 7 deaths and 20 injuries. Authorities warn that the death toll may rise further as investigations continue.
News 8 : Centre Launches Tree Plantation Drive on World Environment Day
To support PM Modi’s ‘Mission Life’, the government has launched ‘One Tree in Mother’s Name 2.0’ on World Environment Day, aiming to plant 10 crore trees between June 5 and September 30.
News 9 : Monsoon Session of Parliament Set for July 21 to August 12
The Monsoon Session of Parliament will begin on July 21 and conclude on August 12. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that the session will focus on key national issues, with the opposition expected to challenge the government, especially post-Operation Sindoor.
News 10 : Nationwide Caste Census to Begin on March 1, 2027
India’s caste-based census will commence from March 1, 2027, in two phases. While the decennial census was delayed in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the upcoming round will cover detailed demographic data across the country.