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 Launches First State‑Level Handicrafts Exhibition “Utkalaa: Shri Ganesh” in Bhubaneswar
The Department of Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts, Government of Odisha, today launched the State‑Level Special Handicrafts Exhibition “Utkalaa: Shri Ganesh” at Ekamra Haat. The exhibition, being held for the first...
Nuakhai 2026: Auspicious Lagna Fixed for September 15 in Sambalpur
The auspicious timing (lagna dharya) for western Odisha’s grand agrarian festival Nuakhai has been officially fixed for September 15, Tuesday. According to tradition, the sacred ritual of offering the new...
Krushna Janma Niti: No Darshan at Puri Jagannath Temple for 5 Hours Tomorrow
The Puri Police has issued an advisory informing devotees that public darshan at the Jagannath Temple will remain temporarily suspended on Friday, September 4, 2026, during the Bhadraba Krushna Ashtami observance....
Darshan Suspended at Puri Srimandir for 4.5 Hours Tomorrow
The Shree Jagannath Temple will remain closed to devotees for four and a half hours tomorrow, September 2 (Wednesday), as the sacred Rahu Rekha Lagi ritual will be performed. According...
Gamha Purnima at Puri Srimandir: World’s Largest Rakhis Grace Lord Jagannath and Balabhadra
The Jagannath Temple in Puri is set to witness a spectacular celebration of Gamha Purnima, as Lord Jagannath and Lord Balabhadra adorn what are regarded as the world’s largest rakhis....
Kataka Bali Yatra 2026 to Be Held Nov 24–Dec 1
The historic Bali Yatra will be celebrated in Kataka from November 24 to December 1, 2026, Collector Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde announced today. The district administration has proposed to the state government to...
Puri Shankaracharya Demands Ban on Animated Film Depicting Lord Jagannath
A major controversy has erupted over an upcoming animated film on Lord Jagannath, with Shankaracharya of Puri’s Govardhan Peeth calling for a total ban on its release and broadcast. In a detailed...
Odisha Police Ensures Safe Darshan for 34 Lakh Devotees During Shravan Month
The Odisha Police successfully managed the Shravan month pilgrim rush, ensuring safe darshan for more than 34 lakh devotees across 452 major Shaiva shrines in 35 police districts. Extensive security,...
Jhulan Yatra Begins with Grand Celebrations in Puri’s Srimandir and Maths
The sacred Jhulan Yatra, the monsoon-season Raas festival of Lord Jagannath, commenced with great devotion in Srikhetra on Sunday, marking the start of Shravana Shukla Paksha Ekadashi. Across the Srimandir...
Odia Diaspora Meet Strengthens Odisha–Varanasi Cultural Connect
The Odia Diaspora Meet, organised as part of Odisha Parab 2026 in Varanasi, brought together members of the Odia community, cultural personalities, professionals, academics and entrepreneurs to strengthen their cultural,...
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