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Puri Srimandir
Rituals halt at Puri Srimandir after row over offering of services by axed Singhari servitor

Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) held discussions with the servitors of various nijogs to end the impasse and resume the rituals.

Puri Srimandir
Raksha Bandhan in Puri Srimandir to be celebrated tomorrow

Like other festivals, it also involves a number of rituals, while the ‘rakhis’ for Lord Jagannath and Lord Balabhadra are prepared through an elaborate procedure.

Puri Srimandir
All doors of Puri Srimandir will open in time as per requirement of devotees, says Odisha Law Minister

As per Saraka, a decision in this regard will be taken in due time as per the requirement and convenience of the devotees.

Puri Shankaracharya Swami Nischalananda Saraswati
Reopening of Ratna Bhandar: Puri Shankaracharya expresses displeasure, says no suggestions

Puri Shankaracharya said that it would not be appropriate to comment on the matter as no one- the Managing Committee, the SJTA, the Odisha government or the servitors- has not sought his views.

Puri Srimandir
Miscreants loot cash from donation box of Puri Srimandir

The matter came to light after the Jagannath Temple Police (JTP) personnel recovered an empty donation box from the backside of Nrusingha temple. The JTP has handed over the donation box to Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA).

Pushya Abhishek rituals of Lord Jagannath in Puri Srimandir today
Paschima Dwara of Puri Srimandir to reopen from tomorrow

The local residents have to produce their ID cards supporting their resident to access the temple through Paschima Dwara, sources informed.

Chitalagi Amavasya: Puri Srimandir to remain out of bounds for devotees for 4 hours today
Demand for reopening of all four doors of Puri Srimandir grows louder

It is pertinent to mention here that at present devotees are only allowed inside Puri Jagannath Temple through the gate near Singhadwara. As a result, there is usually a huge rush and devotees have to wait for long hours to gain entry into the shrine.

Puri Jagannath Temple
Re-opening of all gates of Srimandir: SJTA to take call after reviewing devotees’ need, says Law Minister

Sachetana Nagarika Mancha, a Citizen's Forum, has also launched a signature campaign to press for the demand in the pilgrim town.

Chitalagi Amavasya: Puri Srimandir to remain out of bounds for devotees for 4 hours today
Chitalagi Amavasya: Puri Srimandir to remain out of bounds for devotees for 4 hours today

While Lord Balabhadra will be adorned with ‘Nila Chita’, Lord Jagannath and Devi Subhadra will be decked up in diamond Chita and ‘Manikya Chita’ respectively. 

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Srimandir Ratna Bhandar opening: Orissa High Court issues notice to 4 respondents

According to sources, the court has served the notices to Srimandir managing committee chairman, chief administrator, Director General of Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and its superintendent while hearing the petition filed by form state BJP president Samir Mohanty.

Srimandir Ratna Bhandar
PIL filed in Orissa HC seeking reopening of Ratna Bhandar, taking inventory of ornaments

The demand has been made for the constitution of a panel headed by the Odisha Governor or sitting judge. As per sources, the condition of the Ratna Bhandar is now deplorable with leaking ceilings and peeling plasters, and needs urgent repairs.

Use of old ornaments during Lord Jagannath’s Suna Besha irks servitors, devotees
Use of old ornaments during Lord Jagannath’s Suna Besha irks servitors, devotees

Lord Jagannath’s Badagrahi Jagannath Swain Mohapatra on Thursday expressed displeasure over the usage of old ornaments during the regular rituals of the Holy Trinity over the years even if there are more valuable ornaments stored in the Ratna Bhandar of the 12th century shrine.

Silver cladding of Singhadwar at Puri Srimandir
Silver cladding of Singhadwar at Puri Srimandir completed

The artisans from Mumbai completed the work within the stipulated time period. The silver cladding has been made as per the ancient Utkalia architecture.

Puri Rath Yatra
Rath Yatra: Why chariots failed to reach Gundicha temple same day? SJTA chief responds

Though the chariot of Lord Balabhadra was pulled up to Gundicha temple yesterday, the pulling of chariots of Lord Jagannath and Devi Subhadra had to be halted yesterday.

Puri Rath Yatra
Rath Yatra 2023: Devotion grips Puri as ceremonial pahandi rituals begin

Devotion is now in the air and the entire stretch of Bada Danda is agog with hopes and aspiration that unites devotees with the Lord Jagannath and his siblings- Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra.

Stage set for Rath Yatra in Puri; Pahandi of deities to begin shortly
Stage set for Rath Yatra in Puri; Pahandi of deities to begin shortly

Lakhs of devotees have also converged on the Bada Danda, the Grand Road in Puri which is now bustling with activities ahead of the ceremonial pahandi of Lord Jagannath and his siblings- Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra.

Puri Srimandir Sees Maha Snana After Blood Spill In Temple Premises
Demand for opening of Puri Srimandir Ratna Bhandar gathers steam 

In an exclusive interview with OTV, the Gajapati Maharaja, the first servitor of Lord Jagannath at Srimandir expressed his displeasure citing that the Odisha government is dragging its feet to reopen the Ratna Bhandar even after demands from all quarters. 

  • Saturday, 17 Jun 2023
  • Puri
Puri Rath Yatra
Puri Rath Yatra: Crack detected in axle of Devi Subhadra’s Darpadalana chariot

People have raised concern on the incident as it has a potential to create problem during pulling of chariots on the occasion of Rath Yatra on June 20.

Puri Srimandir Sees Maha Snana After Blood Spill In Temple Premises
Rath Yatra 2023: Nabajouban Darshan at Puri Srimandir on June 19, check darshan timings

As devotees in large numbers are expected to throng Srimandir, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has made elaborate arrangements for the 'Nabajoubana Darshan' to ensure hassle-free darshan at the 12th century shrine.

  • Thursday, 15 Jun 2023
  • Puri
Chariot construction work underway in Puri
Rath Yatra 2023: Restriction imposed on flying drones in Puri; check latest guidelines

The set of guidelines will particularly be strictly followed from Rath Yatra to Niladri Bije of Lord Jagannath and his siblings.