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Social activist Anna Hazare held a silent protest in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. He extended his support to protesting students in Delhi on Thursday. Hazare wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing his deep concern over the situation. He urged the government to listen patiently and find solutions through dialogue. The activist suggested the Union Education Minister's resignation could improve accountability.
A powerful nor'wester storm ravaged Bhubaneswar on Saturday evening, claiming one life and uprooting over 200 trees. High winds, reaching 100 kmph, also caused significant damage to trade fair stalls and electrical infrastructure. The storm brought a dramatic temperature drop, and authorities are warning of continued thunderstorm activity.