The two-match unofficial Test series between India and Australia A at the Ekana Cricket Stadium saw the first match end in a draw after rain washed out the final day's play.
The meeting was conducted a day earlier and attended by Odisha BJP In-charge Vijaypal Singh Tomar, State President Manmohan Samal, along with Deputy Chief Ministers KV Singh Deo, Pravati Parida, and BJP Legislature members.
The Deputy Chief Minister strongly countered Yadav's remarks on law and order, land mafia, and development under the current Bharatiya Janata Party government.
Gupta was killed by cattle smugglers in Mauachapi village under Pipraich Police Station in Gorakhpur on Monday night. His death sparked violent protests, stone pelting, and a road blockade, according to officials.
Rice crop losses have been estimated at over 1 million acres of standing production. Citing the provincial authorities, Samaa reported that the floods have caused extensive damage to rice, sugarcane, corn, and cotton across Punjab. Standing sugarcane crops spread over 2.5 million acres were
Majuli's celebrated group of artists, Samaguri Satra, is abuzz with activity as artists immerse themselves in crafting traditional masks for the upcoming Raas festival. Known widely for its unique mask-making heritage, the group has received multiple orders.
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, along with former Union Minister Preneet Kaur, visited the flood-affected areas of Samana and Sanaur constituencies on Tuesday to review the situation on the ground and interact with affected families.
The incumbent Australia opening batter, Sam Konstas, pushed his case for inclusion in the Ashes squad with a swashbuckling century as Australia A ensured India A toiled on the opening day of the four-day fixture in Lucknow.
Konstas' quest for a spot in the Ashes series and saving his Test spot starts this week as he plays India A in Lucknow from Tuesday onwards. After this, some Sheffield Shield cricket in October at home will be his final Test before the Perth Ashes Test starts from November 21.