News 1. Diarrhea Outbreak Claims 21 Lives Across 9 Odisha Districts

The diarrhea outbreak that began in Jajpur has now spread to multiple districts in Odisha, infecting over 1,700 people and claiming 21 lives. The state government has placed all districts on high alert and is taking preventive steps to contain further spread.

News 2. Three Top Maoist Leaders Killed in Malkangiri Encounter

An intense encounter in the Mardapally forest on the Odisha-Andhra border led to the death of three top Maoists, including a Central Committee member. The operation continues amid reports of ongoing gunfire. The killed Maoists carried rewards totaling over ₹1.5 crore.

News 3. IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Odisha Till June 20

The Regional Meteorological Center has issued an orange warning for Mayurbhanj, Kendujhar, Sundargarh, Sambalpur, Balasore, Bhadrak, and Jajpur, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunder through June 20.

4. Mahaprabhu Undergoes Ayurvedic Treatment After Fever

Following the bathing ritual, Lord Jagannath is being treated for fever and back pain with herbal phuluri oil and ointments as part of the traditional care administered by descendants of Vishwavasu and Vidyapati. The recovery process will last three days.

5. Revenue Services to Reach Villages Under New Government Initiative

The Odisha government will launch the ‘Mo Phayyat Mo Tehsil’ scheme to deliver revenue services at the village level and resolve land tenure issues on the spot. A new land classification system reducing British-era land categories to 27 types will also be implemented soon.

6. ICC to Allow Four-Day Tests for Smaller Nations in WTC 2027–29

In a bid to make Test cricket more accessible, the ICC is planning to introduce four-day Test matches for smaller cricketing nations in the 2027–29 World Test Championship cycle, enabling them to play more matches and longer series.

7. Midnight Fuel Price Hike Adds to Pakistan’s Economic Woes

Pakistan has sharply increased diesel and petrol prices by Rs 7.95 and Rs 4.80 respectively, citing rising global crude oil rates. This hike comes amid rising economic pressure following India’s recent strategic actions and ongoing reliance on international loans.

8. Israel Strikes Iran, Eliminates Key Military Ally of Khamenei

Israel has launched a surprise attack killing a senior military officer and close associate of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. The strike comes just days after Ali Sadhmani was appointed chief of Iran’s three armed forces, intensifying the conflict.

9. Arvind Kejriwal Slams BJP During Gujarat By-Poll Campaign

Campaigning in Gujarat’s Biswabat for the upcoming by-elections, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of setting Gujarat back by 50 years through misgovernance during its 30-year rule.

10. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve Sees Record Tiger Count

Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve continues to gain global attention for tiger tourism, with the latest census recording 63 tigers. The reserve has become a top destination for both domestic and international wildlife enthusiasts.

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