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Covid Death
Odisha has reported its first COVID-19 fatality as an 85-year-old woman from Bhubaneswar succumbed to the virus. The deceased had multiple underlying health conditions. As of today, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Odisha stands at 11.
Record-Breaking Rainfall
Odisha has recorded an exceptionally high amount of pre-monsoon rainfall this year, marking a significant deviation from normal precipitation levels. Between March 1 and May 31, the state experienced 238.6 mm of rainfall.
NASA Nomination
President Donald Trump has withdrawn the NASA nomination of Jared Isaacman, who has commanded and funded two SpaceX missions to Earth orbit. Isaacman's removal comes just days after Elon Musk's official departure as Trump's advisor.
Teesta Swells
The Teesta River's water level rose significantly on Sunday due to the heavy and continuous downpour in Sikkim. Recently, a bus carrying some tourists from Odisha had fallen into this river.
Miss World
Thailand's Opal Suchata Chuangsri has been crowned Miss World 2025 in a star-studded grand finale ceremony which was held on Saturday in Hyderabad, Telangana. She edged out Hasset Dereje Admassu of Ethiopia in the grand finale.
Fatal Rail Accident
At least seven people lost their lives, and 30 others were injured after a railway bridge collapsed, causing a train derailment in Russia's Bryansk region, which shares a border with Ukraine. Authorities have cited "illegal interference" as the reason behind the incident.
Gaza Leader Killed
Israel's military has confirmed the killing of Mohammed Sinwar, a senior Hamas commander and head of the group's military wing in Gaza, in an airstrike on May 13. He was killed in a targeted strike on an underground command centre located beneath the European Hospital in southern Gaza.
Commitments Fulfiled
Odisha’s Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan has stated that the ministers have submitted their annual report card to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. Out of the 21 key commitments outlined in the election manifesto, 18 initiatives have already been launched, said the Minister.