Sudarsan Pattnaik’s Sand Art Featuring 101 Jagannath Idols Wows Devotees

Bhubaneswar: Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a stunning sand art installation featuring 101 idols of Lord Jagannath on Puri Beach to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Rath Yatra. This magnificent sculpture showcases Pattnaik’s exceptional skill and devotion, capturing the essence of the sacred festival. Pattnaik shared his latest creation on social media, expressing…

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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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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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Excise Dept Wraps Up Month-Long Anti-Drug Drive With Grand Walkathon

Bhubaneswar: A grand walkathon was organised today morning by the Excise Department to mark the culmination of the first phase of its month-long anti-drug awareness campaign. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, sportspersons, government officials, and members of the public. The walkathon commenced at 6:30 am from Gate No. 4 of Kalinga Stadium and concluded…

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Heavy Rain Alert Today: Four Odisha Districts Under Orange Warning

Bhubaneswar: A cyclonic circulation is active over the North West Bay of Bengal and adjoining North Odisha-West Bengal coast, which may turn into a low-pressure system by tomorrow, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Meanwhile, the regional weather office has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall in four districts of Odisha on June 27….

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