News 1: First Covid Case in 3 Years Reported in Bhubaneswar
After a three-year hiatus, Covid-19 has resurfaced in Odisha with the first case confirmed in Bhubaneswar. The infected individual, a senior citizen with multiple health conditions, had recently returned from Delhi and was placed under home quarantine after showing symptoms. Testing confirmed he was Covid positive.
News 2 : Rath Yatra Security Tightened After Previous Chariot Incident
In response to the previous incident where Lord Balabhadra fell from the chariot, the temple administration has intensified security measures for the upcoming Rath Yatra. A senior official, along with the Badagrahi, will inspect the Charmal post-tying. The Chhatisha Niyog meeting finalized the Rath Yatra schedule, which starts at 9 AM on June 27, with the chariot procession beginning at 4 PM.
News 3: CM Reviews Welfare Schemes for Women and Children
At Lokseba Bhawan, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed two key initiatives under the Women and Child Development Department: the ‘Aame Padhiba Ama Jaggaan’ literacy drive and the ‘Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana.’ Currently, over 10,600 Anganwadi centers in 15 districts are educating children in 17 indigenous languages.
News 4: Panchayat By-Elections Deferred Due to Monsoon
The State Election Commission has postponed the Panchayat by-elections due to the early arrival of the monsoon. The notification for filling 1,131 vacant posts has been canceled. A new date will be announced later, as requested by district officials and candidates.
News 5: Student Council Elections to Return in Colleges by Dussehra
Student council elections are set to return to college campuses, with preparations already underway. The Higher Education Department has started the registration process, aiming to begin classes by July 15. If all goes according to plan, elections will be concluded before Dussehra, said Higher Education Minister Suryavanshi Suraj.
News 6: Monsoon Advances Across Key Regions of the Indian Ocean
Monsoon winds have begun sweeping through several parts of the South Arabian Sea, Maldives, and Bay of Bengal. They are expected to expand to regions including Lakshadweep, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and the northeastern states in the coming days.
News 7: Indian Delegation Briefs Japan on Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor
An Indian delegation led by JDU MP Sanjay Jha has arrived in Tokyo to brief Japanese officials about the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. They were welcomed by the Indian Ambassador and will engage in meetings with various Japanese officials. The team also includes MPs Aparajita Sarangi and Abhishek Banerjee.
News 8: Heavy Rain and Storm Disrupt Life in Delhi
Delhi experienced heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on Wednesday evening, particularly in the NCR region. Gusts of wind reaching up to 80 kmph were recorded in Safdarjung. The storm uprooted trees, brought down hoardings, and disrupted power supply and traffic. The Delhi Fire Brigade received over 25 emergency calls.
News 9: Open Heart Surgery Begins at MKCG Medical College
Open heart surgery will soon be available at MKCG Medical College in Berhampur. Previously, the lack of trained perfusionists hindered the service. After intervention by DMET, a perfusionist was transferred from SCB Medical College in Cuttack. Dr. Suchitra Dash, the superintendent, confirmed that the service will begin within a week.
News 10: Kapil Sharma’s Long-Time Associate Krishna Das Passes Away
Krishna Das, fondly known as Das Dada and a long-time associate photographer for Kapil Sharma’s show, has passed away. He had been a dedicated member of the team for years and contributed behind the scenes to the show’s success.