accounting lapses

Former state women's commission chairperson Rupali Chakankar was questioned for six hours by a Special Investigation Team probing allegations against jailed astrologer Ashok Kharat. The SIT focused on her association with Kharat and his trust, with Chakankar stating she provided fitting answers. The inquiry is ongoing to determine the extent of her involvement.

OpenAI has rolled out a new safety feature called 'Trusted Contact' for adult users of ChatGPT. This opt-in tool is designed to protect those who may be sharing distressing thoughts. When the AI identifies conversations indicating serious self-harm, it will notify a pre-selected contact after a careful human assessment.

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.

The National Investigation Agency is investigating two recent explosions in Punjab, with teams dispatched to Jalandhar and Amritsar. These incidents, occurring within hours of each other, have raised security concerns and drawn sharp political criticism regarding the state's law and order situation.

A four-year-old boy tragically died during class at a Cachar private school, sparking outrage. Parents allege gross negligence after CCTV footage reportedly showed teachers failing to notice the child's distress. The school principal admitted partial responsibility. Police are investigating, with an autopsy pending to determine the exact cause of death and ensure accountability.

Bhubaneswar's urban local bodies are preparing for the monsoon. A new SOP directs them to ensure drainage systems are clear and safe. Low-lying areas will receive special attention for waterlogging. Relief centers will be ready. Officials are accountable for preparedness. Citizens are asked to cooperate for a safe monsoon season.