On the sixth day of Rath Yatra, the Dakshina Moda ritual is observed in Puri, marking the start of Bahuda Yatra. The three chariots of Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Jagannath are turned southward for their return journey to Srimandir.
The BJD's defeat in the 2024 general elections is attributed to internal sabotage and complacency, says party leader Nrusingha Sahu.
All eyes are now on the opening of the Ratna Bhandar, the treasure trove of Lord Jagannath in Puri Srimandir.
The exorbitant rise in vegetable prices across Odisha is affecting daily life. Consumers find non-veg items relatively cheaper as the cost of vegetables like tomatoes, beans, and brinjals skyrockets.
Arabinda Padhee, the new Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, has announced a ban on mobile phones on chariots during Rath Yatra. Strict measures will be enforced to maintain discipline and ensure proper conduct of rituals.
With the onset of the rainy season, Odisha is witnessing a spike in Dengue cases. The state government has convened a high-level meeting led by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja to discuss preventive measures.
Seven students from a private school in Udaynagar, Kendrapara district, were hospitalized due to excessive heat and poor ventilation. Parents found the children in pain, while doctors stabilized their condition. The incident highlights issues with school facilities.
Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik wrote to Odisha CM Mohan Majhi seeking action over the Pahandi mishap where Lord Balabhadra slipped, hurting devotees' sentiments.
A rare and ancient Jain Tirthankara sculpture from the 7th or 8th century was discovered on the banks of Baitarani river in Odisha's Bhadrak district. Locals found the half-buried idol and informed researcher Bisambhar Rout. The statue, though damaged, displays 24 inscribed Tirthankaras.
Gajapati Additional District Collector Birendra Das collapsed and died while performing on stage in Paralakhemundi. The senior officer was rushed to MKCG Medical College, where he was declared dead. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed deep grief over the loss.
Paradip Port in Odisha set a new record by handling 41.12 million metric tons of cargo in the first 100 days of the 2024-25 financial year, reflecting a growth of 4.78% over the previous year.
Padmakesharipur village near Bhubaneswar has been in turmoil for five days due to clashes sparked by high-interest money lending. The male villagers have fled, leaving women and children in panic.
The Odisha Crime Branch has busted a major gang involved in crypto and IPO investment fraud, arresting 15 individuals including two masterminds from Delhi.
This story dates back to 1972, when Lord Jagannath had stopped abruptly at the charamala attached to his chariot, refusing to move further. Ever heard of this mysterious halt? That time, the Chief Minister of Odisha was Nandini Satpathy, who reportedly had some work outside the state on the day of Rath Yatra, and the Srimandir administration was apprised about this.
A 7-year-old boy from Nayagarh, Odisha, dreamed of becoming an IPS officer. Impressed by his ambition, SP Rahul Jain promised to return with a police uniform for him. Recently, Jain fulfilled this promise, making the boy 'little SP' in a village ceremony. This gesture aims to inspire children and strengthen police-community relations.
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