Bhubaneswar: The highly anticipated chariot pulling ceremony of the Rath Yatra has commenced in Puri, with lakhs of devotees gathering to pull the magnificent chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. The grand event, which started at 4 pm, marks the journey of the deities from the Singhadwara of the Shree Jagannath Temple to…
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…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning to fishermen, advising them not to venture into the sea along and off the Odisha coast from June 29 to July 1, 2025. According to the regional weather office, squally weather is likely to prevail with windspeed 35-45 kmp/h gusting to 55 kmp/h along and…
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…
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…
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,…
Puri, : After its vast and largely volunteer-led support effort to feed the multitude at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj earlier this year, the Adani Group has now turned its attention to another of India’s most iconic religious festivals — the Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha. Held annually at the Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri, the…
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…
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….
Balasore: As many as five cows died and one was seriously injured after coming into contact with a live electric wire at Kattisahi village under Baliapal police station area in Balasore district. The incident happened when a snapped electric wire fell into a field near Pantha Gadia Pada, where the cows were grazing. According to…
