A video of a domestic help arguing with her employers over Rs. 1800 has gone viral on all social media platforms. In the video that has been shot at an undisclosed location, the woman is heard arguing in Marathi over not being paid Rs 1800 as agreed and the man trying to convince her that […]
Berhampur: The district administration of Ganjam has reportedly issued guidelines to be followed during the observance of Durga Puja and Dussehra this year in view of the prevailing Covid-19 situation. The height of the Durga idol has been capped at 4-ft for all the puja pandals and mandaps. This apart, restrictions have been imposed on […]
Cuttack: Hearing petitions of various Puja Committees in connection with the cap on the height of Durga idols, the Orissa High Court today asked the Advocate General to submit a status report of a few under-construction idols taller than the stipulated height of 4-ft. The Court has also asked to ensure that the safety of […]
Every year, there comes a period in the Pratipada Tithi, Ashwin Shukla Paksh (waxing phase of the moon) when the holy 10 day period of Navratri begins. This festive season is symbolic of the triumph of good over evil and also a time to celebrate and seek blessings from Maa Durga. The Goddess arrives in […]
Berhampur: As many as three temples in Berhampur were sealed on Saturday on charges of flouting Covid-19 protocols on the first day of Navratri puja. As per reports, a joint team of Berhampur Municipal Corporation (BeMC) and Ganjam district administration conducted surprised visits at several temples in Berhampur city yesterday. The officials sealed Maa Kali […]
Bhubaneswar: The auspicious nine-day Navratri festivities is being observed at major religious shrines and various Shakti pithas across Odisha amidst the COVID-19 restrictions. Most of the shrines and mandaps are now reverberating with chanting of shlokas and other mantras. Special rituals are being performed to pay obeisance to the Goddess who is worshiped in various […]
One of Odisha’s favourite bloggers, Madhusmita Dash started her journey in 2017 with a handful of followers and a not-so secret affair with fashion. With her girl next door style, she is reinventing the scene of fashion influencers in the state. This Dussehra, we bring you Madhusmita’s guide to a comfortable and trendy in-home Puja […]
New Delhi: There is history, humour, lots of violence and and a lot more drama in store, as OTT platforms lay out the spread for the festival weekend. IANS brings you a list of upcoming shows and films that you must shortlist for your definite Dussehra watch. MIRZAPUR 2 It’s finally time for the second […]
Bhubaneswar: For obvious reasons, the government has banned public participation at the Durga Puja pandals across Odisha. The Covid pandemic may have taken away the shine with which Navratri and Dussehra was being celebrated over last few decades, but several Durga Puja committees planning innovative ideas has come in handy for the devotees amidst the […]
A day ahead of Mahasashti, the Calcutta High Court on Wednesday partially relaxed its order in which it previously declared all Durga Puja pandals as no-entry zones for visitors amid the on-going Covid-19 pandemic.
Bhubaneswar: With Covid pandemic not showing any signs of decline, virtual pandal-hopping apparently became the new normal this year. Under these circumstances, India saw the launch of DigitalDurgaPuja.com – an online platform that brings together various diversified Puja Committees and also provides relevant information, state-wise norms, regulations apart from sharing details of live streaming of […]
After months of COVID-19 pandemic curbs, what better way to see the situation return to normalcy than dipping in the spirit of the festive season. Despite a slew of restrictions in view of the puja season, the zeal to celebrate still remains in the air. This year, as we celebrate the occasion, we can get […]
Bhubaneswar: Navratri and Dussehra celebrations have always been unique in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack; needless to say the twin-city comes alive with decorative lights, themed arched-gateways, and the exquisitely-designed gigantic idols during the festive season. Unlike Cuttack which remains the cynosure with intricate filigree ‘Medhas’, the State capital has a distinct space for colossal arched-gates besides […]
Paralakhemundi: There are many Shakti Peetha (shrines) in Odisha, where Goddess Durga is worshipped in different forms. However, among many, the Danda Maa Durga shrine in the southern Odisha town of Paralakhemundi in Gajapati district carries a special place among the devotees as it opens once a year, only during the Navratri. Every year, as […]
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Friday held a meeting to discuss the implementation of the guidelines issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to be followed during the idol immersion following Durga, Lakshmi and Kali Pujas in order to avoid pollution of water bodies in the capital city. BMC Commissioner Prem Chandra […]
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