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Niladri Bije: Rath Yatra 2025 Concludes as Lord Jagannath Returns to Srimandir
The world-renowned Rath Yatra festival in Puri reached its grand conclusion on Tuesday with the spiritually vibrant Niladri Bije, the ceremonial return of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and...
Sky Descends at Tarakai Hill: A Serene Escape Near Bhubaneswar
Nestled on the fringes of Bhubaneswar, where urban bustle begins to fade into nature’s embrace, lies Tarakai Hill—a quiet sentinel rising from the Khordha landscape. On a recent monsoon evening,...
Lord Jagannath’s Adapa Darshan Draws Lakhs to Puri’s Gundicha Temple
Lord Jagannath is granting divine darshan to devotees at the Adapa Mandap inside the Shri Gundicha Temple in Puri. Following the completion of the morning rituals (Nitikanthi) on Monday, the...
Multi-Agency Anti-Terrorist Mock Drill Bolsters Security for Puri Rath Yatra 2025
In a proactive move to safeguard the upcoming Rath Yatra, a world-renowned festival scheduled for June 27, 2025, a multi-agency anti-terrorist mock drill was successfully conducted today at Puri Railway...
Puri Rath Yatra 2025: 44 Yokes Fitted as Chariots of Holy Trinity Take Shape!
The sacred construction of chariots for the world-renowned Puri Rath Yatra has reached a significant milestone on its 40th day. A dedicated team of 206 artisans, including carpenters, blacksmiths, and...
Bhubaneswar Battles Flash Floods After Brisk Rain!
The capital city of Odisha, Bhubaneswar, grappled with flash floods following a sudden rain, turning streets into rivers and disrupting normal life. The situation underscores the challenges of inadequate infrastructure...
Trap Cameras Capture the Rise of Endangered Species in Keonjhar Forests!
In a remarkable development for wildlife conservation, rare species in Odisha’s Keonjhar forests are witnessing an encouraging rise in population. Over the past three years, forest department officials have closely...
A Splash of Joy: Youth Cool Off in Bindusagar Lake
The sun blazed overhead, casting golden hues upon the sacred Bindusagar Lake in Bhubaneswar. The heat was relentless, but the laughter of the young boys echoed through the air, drowning...
Meet the World’s Smallest Wild Cat at Kawal Tiger Reserve in Telangana
Exploring the Ecological Marvel of Telangana’s Kawal Tiger Reserve Nestled in the heart of the Deccan Plateau, Kawal Tiger Reserve is more than just a wildlife sanctuary—it is a thriving...
Chandan Yatra Preparations Begin, Boats Retrieved from Puri Narendra Sarovar
With Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, just weeks away, the holy town of Puri has sprung into action to prepare for Mahaprabhu's Chandan...
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