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Centuries-Old Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra Celebrated In Kashi, Lakh Of Devotees Participate

New Delhi: The holy city of Kashi in Uttar Pradesh, witnessed a divine confluence of devotion and tradition as the grand Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath was celebrated with immense fervour on Friday. This centuries-old tradition continues to draw lakhs of devotees from across the country who come to seek the blessings of Lord Jagannath, his…

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Odisha CM, Deputy CMs Pray For Peace And Prosperity On Rath Yatra

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Deputy Chief Ministers Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, and Pravati Parida have extended their heartfelt wishes to devotees on the occasion of Rath Yatra 2025. CM Majhi warmly welcomed devotees to Puri, urging them to participate in the Rath Yatra with discipline and devotion. Taking to his X handle, he…

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“This is a form of seva,” says Odissi dancer performing at Puri Rath Yatra

Puri: An Odissi dancer set to perform at the commencement of the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri on Friday described the performance as a form of ‘seva’ (service) to Lord Jagannath. While speaking to ANI, the dancer said, “This is a form of ‘seva’. I will be performing before Lord Jagannath today. The experience of…

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Not sidelining India: B’desh dismisses Dhaka, Beijing and Islamabad alliance

Dhaka, 27/6: Bangladesh interim government of Muhammad Yunus on Thursday dismissed the idea of any emerging alliance between Dhaka, Beijing and Islamabad, saying the recent meeting between the three countries was not “political”. We are not forming any alliance,” foreign affairs adviser M Touhid Hossain told reporters at the foreign ministry, when asked for comments…

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Special Trains Covering Almost All Parts of Odisha and Neighboring States East Coast Railway to Operate 365 Rath Yatra Special Trains to and from Puri

Bhubaneswar, 22nd June 2025: In view of the upcoming world-renowned Rath Yatra festival in Puri, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has made unprecedented arrangements to facilitate smooth and comfortable travel for millions of devotees. A record 365 Special Trains will be operated during the Rath Yatra 2025 period, covering almost every corner of Odisha and key parts of West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh,…

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AM/NS India performs Bhoomi Pooja for construction of concrete road in Sagasahi

June 26, 2025: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) performed ‘Bhoomi Pooja’ for construction of a four km long concrete road from Bhanjapali Bypass to Kalmong Chowk near Sagasahi mines . The road being developed is a regular route for commuters from local villages of Kalmong, Sagasahi and Ghorabhurani. AM/NS India has stepped in to…

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Paradip Port Authority Honors Stellar Athletes and Artists

Paradip : Paradip Port Authority (PPA) celebrated the remarkable achievements of its athletes and artists last evening at Jayadev Sadan. Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, PPA, presided over an inspiring felicitation ceremony, presenting cash awards to 88 outstanding individuals who excelled in the All India Major Port Competitions held in 2024-25. Chairman Haranadh lauded the…

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