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Rath Yatra
Baripada Residents, Servitors Urge Odisha Govt To Allow Rath Yatra Sans Devotees

The decision of the Odisha Government to allow Rath Yatra only in Puri sans devotees in view of the second wave of the Covid-19 has not gone down well with the servitors of the Baripada Jagannath temple and the residents here

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Happy Birthday, Facebook! You made my day

As Facebook celebrates 12 years of its epoch-making existence, I thought I would write my two-penny worth tribute to this global behemoth that has compressed the world to the size of a computer screen.

Puri Rath Yatra Without Devotees
Rath Yatra Banned At All Places In Odisha Except Puri

In the wake of the second wave of the Covid-19, Odisha government on Thursday decided to ban the much-awaited annual RathYatra festival dedicated to Lord Jagannath at all places in the State except Puri, the prime abode of the Lord.

Old music in fresh bottle: Abhimanini’s studio version is here to stay
Old music in fresh bottle: Abhimanini’s studio version is here to stay

Bhubaneswar: That popular Odia song everyone loves to hear and hum, which makes its mark, particularly on every woman’s heart, the pining and wait for someone special in their life, is back, albeit in a new packaging. And that too on Tarang Music’s Wild Stone Music Studio. Yes, we are talking about the hit song […]

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Odisha: Chaka Dera Ritual Completed In Puri For Rath Yatra

Ahead of the world-famous Rath Yatra this year, the most-awaited ritual of the Chaka Dera was conducted amid the chants of Jai Jagannath and Hari Bola in presence of servitors on Bada Danda. However, the public was not allowed to participate in the observance of the niti in view of the prevailing pandemic situation.

Puri Rath Yatra Chariot Construction
Rath Yatra: Covid Hits Several Servitors, Chariot Constructors Anxious

Several servitors engaged in the construction of chariots for the world-famous Rath Yatra in the pilgrim town have tested positive for Covid-19 triggering anxiety among the carpenter community over the smooth conduct of the Rath carving works. 

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Rath Yatra 2021: Tumba Construction Of Chariots Underway At Puri Ratha Khala Amid Covid Protocols

The construction of chariots for the Holy Trinity’s annual Rath Yatra in Puri is going on in full swing with the traditional carpenters (Maharana Sevayats) carving out the Tumba (circular axles of wheels) of three chariots on the Ratha Khala.

Akshaya Tritiya in Odisha
Akshaya Tritiya Marks Initiation Of Season's Agriculture Works, Chandan Yatra & Rath Construction

The Akhi Muthi Anukula rituals were observed in adherence to Covid protocols by the farming communities across Odisha today marking the initiation of this season agricultural activities.

Puri SP
Section 144 Around Narendra Pushkarini, SJTA Office During Chandan Yatra

In the backdrop of the unprecedented surge in Covid-19 cases, the Puri district administration has decided to issue prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the CrPC barring gathering around the Narendra Puhskarini and Sri Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) office during the upcoming Chandan Yatra

Chandan Yatra
21-Day Curfew Near Narendra Puskarini For Chandan Yatra Of Lord Jagannath

Prohibitory orders will be slapped at Narendra Puskarini for the upcoming Chandan Yatra of Lord Jagannath as the mega event will be held without the presence of devotees and pilgrims this year too due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Chandan Yatra
Chandan Yatra Observance Under Section 144, Festival To Be Live Telecast

One of the most famous festivals associated with Lord Jagannath, the Chandan Yatra will be observed this year without the participation of devotees. Puri district Collector Samarth Verma made the major announcement after a crucial Chhattisa Nijog meeting today.

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Mo 'Maa' - The Word That Is Forever Music To Ears

When words fall short, music comes to the rescue. On the special occasion of Mother's Day, here's a small tribute to mothers and motherhood - MO MAA - Odisha Television Network's special dedication to all the mothers in this universe and beyond.

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Viral picture of deer feeding on heaps of garbage is just despairing!

Unaware of the deadly consequences faced by the wildlife despite coming across horrific stories of loads of plastic items and other indisposable items being removed from the stomachs of animals, most of us are least concerned everytime we dispose non–recyclable waste from our households. A Twitter user recently posted a picture of a deer standing […]

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Video of whale returning a phone dropped in ocean is adorable!

The ability of animals to show affection, loyalty, and communicate with gestures is not a mystery. Time and again they have showed us how they can become our best friends. Recently, a beluga whale reportedly returned a lost mobile phone to a lady at Hammerfest Harbour in Norway and the video of that rare moment has […]

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Ziva Dhoni turns Hindi teacher for Rishabh Pant!

It seems like the little angel, Ziva Dhoni, ensures that we get a dose of cuteness on a regular basis. Whether it is voting awareness message or her multilingual skills, she never fails to amaze us. In the latest video, the little diva can be seen giving a basic Hindi lesson to Indian cricketer Rishabh […]

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