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Baladevjew Temple
Snana Yatra: Section 144 Clamped Around Baladevjew Temple 

In a bid to prevent congregation of devotees in and around the Baladevjew temple, the Kendrapara district administration has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 144 of CrPC for the smooth conduct of SnanaYatra (divine bathing rituals of the holy trinity) today. 

Jagannath Snana Yatra In Puri
Puri All Set For Snana Yatra Of Lord Jagannath Tomorrow

Deba Snana Yatra, the grand bathing festival of Lord Jagannath is all set to be held tomorrow at Puri Srimandir. The event marks the prelude before the commencement of the annual Rath Yatra festivities in the holy town.

Odisha High Court
Rath Yatra Only In Puri As Orissa HC Refutes To Intervene In Govt’s Directive

The court has also rejected the five petitions filled before it seeking permission to hold the Rath Yatra at two places including Baladevjew in Kendrapara, popularly known as Tulasi Khetra and Bhatli.

Alarnath Darshan
No Anabasar Darshan At Alaranath Shrine This Year Too

In the wake of the Covid 19 pandemic, devotees will miss the rare ‘Anabasar’ darshan of Lord Alarnath at Brahmgiri in the district during the ‘Anasara’ period of Lord Jagannath and his siblings.

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Don't wait for 63, fly at 50 pc discount at age of 60 too!

Bhubaneswar:  Sixty-year-old Prahalad Prusty, a retired Government servant from Kendrapara can now increase his frequency to fly as Air India has revised the age limit for senior citizens to avail discounts in air tickets. Official sources said the age limit for senior citizens to avail discounted tickets has been revised from 63 years to 60 […]

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Summers equally harsh for dogs, pet owners take care!

Cuttack:  It is that time of the year when pets especially dogs and other small animals need extra care and attention by their owners. However, due to lack of awareness and care, dogs are often exposed to harsh sun rays which adversely affect their health, say experts. It was only few days’ back when 29-year-old […]

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Odia New Year begins with special rituals, people throng temples

Cuttack: The Odia New Year was observed with religious fervour across the State with people thronging several sacred shrines to seek blessings of the Lord on the auspicious day, that is also celebrated as Maha Visuba Sankranti, on Friday. Since early morning, devotees started making beelines to the temples with families to offer special prayers […]

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Cuttack barber who sets hair on fire

Cuttack: A barber at Cuttack has now become the talk of the town for cutting clients’ hair with fire, sounds scary but true. Meet Suresh Chandra Barik of Jagatsinghpur, who has now mastered the technique that has already been a huge hit and is being practised by few in other parts of the world including […]

Rath Yatra 2021
LIVE Updates on Puri Rath Yatra 2021: Holy Trinity To Move To Adapa Mandap In Puri Today

The moment all have been waiting for arrives as the Juggernauts of the Lords roll on Puri Grand Road amid the chant of Hari Bola melodies of ghanta &

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Office naps boost productivity, kill frustration

New York: Employees must be allowed to take short naps during office hours as this will boost productivity and generate more revenue for the company, a study says. Short naps are an effective strategy to counteract impulsive behaviour and boost tolerance for frustration at work, researchers from the University of Michigan found. “Napping may be […]

  • Tuesday, 22 June 2021
Snana Purnima Of Lord Jagannath In Puri
Section 144 to be clamped in Puri for Snana Yatra

In a bid to prevent congregation and movement of public due to Covid pandemic, the district administration has decided to impose prohibitory orders under section 144 of CrPC for the smooth conduct of Snana Yatra (divine bathing rituals of Lord Jagannath and his siblings) scheduled to be performed on June 24.

Amarnath Yatra: Online Registration Of Pilgrims To Begin From April 15
COVID-19 Impact: Amarnath Yatra Cancelled, Religious Rituals To Be Performed As Per Tradition 

"It is important to save people's lives. So, it is not advisable to hold and conduct this year's pilgrimage in the larger public interest. Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board is aware of and respect the sentiments of millions of devotees, and to keep the sentiments alive, the Board shall continue the live telecast of morning and evening aarti from the Holy Cave shrine."

Snana Yatra 2021
LIVE Updates: Get Latest Updates on Snana Yatra 2021

The Snana Purnima rituals of Lord Jagannath and his siblings at Puri Srimandir is underway with full spiritual fervour. Like the previous year, this year

International Yoga Day
International Yoga Day 2021: How India Is Celebrating

Yoga is considered India's one of the oldest traditions that brings mind and body in complete harmony with nature. Something which originated in India and is being practised for millennia, Yoga is one of India's finest gifts to the international community. Amid this pandemic, when anxiety and fear is looming over the world, Yoga can invoke much-needed inner strength and resilience in life. Today (June 21) on International Day of Yoga, India indulged in the harmony of nature, uniting the mind, body, thoughts and actions. The theme of the International Yoga Day event this year is 'Yoga for wellness'.

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BSF jawans celebrate International Yoga Day by performing asanas with youths of Bonda tribe in Bonda
International Yoga Day Celebrations In Odisha On The Cusp Of Pandemic

People across the globe and India, including Odisha, are observing the seventh International Day of Yoga on Monday. But the celebrations have remained subdued due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic restrictions. The International Yoga Day is being observed every year on June 21 since 2015. This year, the theme of the International Day of Yoga is 'Yoga For Wellness', and the focus will be on practicing Yoga for physical and mental well-being. Let's find out how the International Yoga Day 2021 is being observed across Odisha:

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