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The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a special leave petition challenging the Orissa High Court's dismissal of a substitution plea in an election petition. A lawyer sought to continue the challenge to BJD MLA Sanjib Kumar Mallick's election after the original petitioner's death, but the High Court rejected the plea due to a delay beyond the 14-day limit.

Malavika Mohanan recently found herself dealing with an uncomfortable situation during a media interaction after she was asked a question involving Vijay and Trisha Krishnan. The actress responded sharply at the event, and after the clip began circulating widely on social media, she took to X to clarify her stance and call for respectful interactions.

In a swift operation, Dimapur police captured two suspects linked to the kidnapping and extortion of a local entrepreneur. The victim disclosed that he was coerced into divulging his Google Pay credentials, which resulted in a theft of Rs 6,000.

The Orissa High Court has issued a notice to Utkal University regarding the absence of a mandated ombudsman. This follows a Public Interest Litigation highlighting violations of UGC norms. The court seeks a response within two weeks. The university has reportedly failed to appoint an ombudsman as required by UGC regulations. The next hearing is scheduled for July 8.

Actor Vrajesh Hirjee suggests self-censorship in comedy might be necessary in today's sensitive environment, emphasizing that comedians shouldn't harm the art form. He also advocates for non-violent reactions from audiences who dislike certain humor, highlighting his diverse career as a storyteller across various mediums.

Gangarampur's 2026 election promises a thrilling rematch as TMC's Goutam das faces BJP's incumbent MLA Satyendra Nath Rai, with Congress fielding Jui Barman. Historically a CPI(M) stronghold, the seat has seen dramatic shifts, with Das previously defeating Rai for Congress in 2016, only for Rai, now with BJP, to secure victory in 2021.

A devastating fire tragically claimed the lives of an elderly couple and their granddaughter in Bhubaneswar's Laxmisagar area early Wednesday. The blaze, believed to have started from an electrical panel in the basement, engulfed the family's living quarters while they slept. Firefighters contained the fire, but the apartment reportedly lacked essential safety measures.

Bardhaman Dakshin, a key Purba Bardhaman constituency, blends urban and rural voters with significant minority presence. Historically a Left bastion, it's now a TMC stronghold, facing a bipolar contest with the BJP. Urban infrastructure, healthcare, and employment are major voter concerns. This seat, with its articulate middle class, holds symbolic political weight for the region.

Thrikkakara, a Kerala constituency, is a UDF stronghold held by the INC since its 2008 creation. The upscale urban seat, home to IT professionals and middle-class suburbs, faces issues like monsoon flooding, traffic congestion, and rising housing costs. Current MLA Uma Thomas won a landslide by-election in 2022, continuing the INC's dominance.