Culture
Explore Odisha’s rich cultural heritage, traditions, festivals, and artistic expressions. From historical landmarks to contemporary art, this section brings you insightful stories celebrating the essence of Odisha’s vibrant culture.
Odisha CM Seeks UNESCO Heritage Tag for Puri Ratha Yatra
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has formally urged the Union Minister of Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, to support the nomination of the Ratha Yatra of Shree Jagannatha, Puri, for...
Restrictions at Dhabaleswar Shrine Trigger Tension Among Kanwariyas
Devotees at the Dhabaleswar shrine are in tension after the district administration imposed restrictions due to the prevailing flood situation. The clampdown, effective from July 31 for 48 hours, remains...
Western Odisha Celebrates Sambalpuri Din with Traditional Fervour and Cultural Pride
People across western Odisha marked Sambalpuri Day (Sambalpuri Din) with traditional enthusiasm, donning Sambalpuri handloom attire, enjoying regional delicacies, and participating in cultural programmes celebrating the region’s linguistic and artistic heritage. Observed...
Odisha Artists Receive Rs 75.43 Crore Under Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana in 5 Years | Culture Ministry
In a significant boost to India’s living cultural heritage, the Union Ministry of Culture has extended financial assistance worth ₹75.43 crore to 9,660 artists and cultural organisations from Odisha over...
Holy Trinity’s Bahuda Yatra Concludes, All Three Chariots Reach Singhadwara
The nine-day divine sojourn at Gundicha Temple ended in a blaze of devotion on Friday as Lord Jagannath, along with elder brother Lord Balabhadra and sister Devi Subhadra, began their...
Fragrance of Faith: Mausi Maa’s Podapitha Welcomes Jagannath Home on Bahuda Yatra
As the nine-day sojourn of the deities at Gundicha Temple draws to a close, the holy city of Puri is buzzing with devotion and excitement. On Friday, the majestic chariots...
SJTA Secures Five Key Trademarks to Safeguard Heritage
In a significant step towards safeguarding the sacred traditions and heritage of the Jagannath Temple, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has achieved a major success in its trademark protection...
Rath Yatra 2026: All Three Chariots Take South Turn at Saradhabali Ahead of Bahuda Yatra
The three majestic chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra have successfully completed the Dakshina Moda ritual at Saradhabali, turning southward ahead of the grand Bahuda Yatra. The...
First Adapa Abadha Released from Gundicha Temple in Puri
The first Adapa Abadha was released from the Gundicha Temple today, marking a significant ritual moment in the ongoing Rath Yatra festivities. Devotees expressed joy as the sacred offering became...
Eminent Artist Birendra Pani’s Neo‑Urban Avatar Exhibition Concludes to Wide Acclaim
The much‑admired solo art exhibition “Neo‑Urban Avatar: A Mythopoiesis of the Contemporary Times‑II” by eminent artist Birendra Pani concluded at the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi, after a two‑week run from July 1 to 14, 2026. Organised by IIC in collaboration with Purushottam Public Trust, the...
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