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Odisha's Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik has written to the Union Finance Minister regarding a tribal man allegedly forced to bring his sister's skeletal remains to a bank to claim her deposits. The incident, which occurred at a rural bank branch, has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with preliminary inquiries suggesting negligence by bank officials.

Two teenagers were detained for allegedly hacking a pregnant woman to death in front of her toddler in Odisha's Ganjam district. The victim was protesting her estranged husband's alleged abandonment outside his home. Opposition leader Naveen Patnaik urged immediate arrests and state care for the orphaned child.

In a tragic event, a raging fire resulted in nine fatalities, though some residents defied the odds and survived. A few were out of the building at the time, others executed daring leaps to safety, and valiant firefighters saved several lives.

In a significant reshuffle, Bihar bids farewell to two esteemed IPS officers, Rakesh Rathi and Naveen Chandra Jha, who have embarked on pivotal roles in the central government. Rathi, previously the Special Branch IG, has stepped up as Joint Secretary in the Home Ministry, while Jha transitions from the Vigilance Bureau to the Indo-Tibetan Border Police as DIG.

Odisha's assembly held a special session on women's reservation, sparking debate between the ruling BJP and opposition BJD and Congress. While the BJP championed its pro-women agenda, the opposition questioned the government's record on women's safety and dignity, citing recent incidents. Both parties highlighted their past contributions to women's empowerment initiatives.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui's upcoming film 'Main Actor Nahin Hoon', a Rs 1.5 crore project, is set for a wide release across nearly 100 theatres in major metropolitan cities on May 8. Directed by Aditya Kripalani, the film features a blend of new talent and explores the story of a retired banker pursuing his acting dreams, showcasing compelling storytelling despite budget constraints.

A 35-year-old man was critically injured in a broad daylight attack by armed miscreants in Puri district's Kanas area. Eyewitnesses reported a violent assault with a sharp weapon in a crowded marketplace, followed by an attempt to run him over with a bike.

Virudhunagar, a DMK stronghold, saw AR R. Seenivasan win the 2021 Assembly elections by a significant margin. The DMK has historically performed well in the constituency, securing three victories since 1977. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections feature a contest between the DMK, AIADMK, and a BJP-led alliance, with key issues including welfare, law and order, and identity politics.

The popular Tamil family drama Veera has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 624 episodes. The show, which premiered in February 2022, continues to hold viewers' attention with its compelling narrative and well-developed characters. Veera airs on a leading Tamil channel every evening. The series explores themes of family, love, and revenge, keeping audiences engaged with its unfolding drama.

The victims were frothing at the mouths and bore strangulation marks

A family's joy turned to tragedy as five members, including an 18-month-old boy, perished in a devastating fire in Delhi. The blaze, suspected to be from a faulty AC, trapped the family due to a lack of proper exits. Frantic calls for help went unanswered as flames engulfed their home, leaving behind a heartbroken family.