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.
Dasamula Modaka Offered to Holy Trinity at Puri Srimandir
The sacred town of Puri witnessed a vital healing ritual today as the celebrated sibling deities—Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra—underwent the traditional Dasamula Modaka therapy as part of their...
Kendra Sahitya Akademi Awards: Rajkishore Parhi Wins Bal Sahitya Puraskar
The Kendra Sahitya Akademi has announced its prestigious Bal Sahitya Puraskar ( Children's Literature Award) and Yuva Puraskar ( Yuva Award) 2025, recognising exceptional contributions to Indian literature. This year,...
Osa Lagi Ritual at Srimandir Today: Divine Recovery for Ailing Trinity
Following the grand ceremonial bath on Snana Purnima, Lord Jagannath and His siblings have entered their annual period of recovery at Anasara Pindi. To aid their recuperation, temple servitors will...
Odisha CM Celebrates One Year of Governance with Intellectuals and Awardees
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi marked the first anniversary of his government with a vibrant interaction session at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre, engaging with national award winners,...
Holy Trinity Adorn ‘Hati Besha’: Devotees Mesmerised!
Lakhs of devotees thronged the Jagannath Temple in Puri on the auspicious occasion of Snana Purnima to witness the rare and sacred Hati Besha, also known as Gajanan Besha of...
CM Majhi Launches ‘Kavyaanjali’ Poetry Anthology
In a significant moment for Odia literature, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled the ‘Kavyaanjali’ poetry collection in Puri during the sacred occasion of Deba Snana Purnima. This spiritually...
Sudarsan Pattnaik’s Stunning Deba Snana Purnima Sand Sculpture Amazes Devotees
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has once again mesmerised devotees and visitors by unveiling an awe-inspiring sand sculpture on Puri Beach for Deba Snana Purnima. His artwork features the divine...
PHW Researchers Witness the Divine Craft at Rathakhala
The 11th edition of the Puri Heritage Walk (PHW) took participants on an immersive journey through the sacred chariot-making traditions at Rathakhala on Sunday. Twenty heritage researchers from across Odisha...
Lord Jagannath’s Chariot Wheel to Cost Rs 3 Lakh: SOP Released
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has released a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the sale of components from the chariots used in the annual Rath Yatra. The move aims...
70 Platoons of Forces to Safeguard Devotees During ‘Snana Purnima’ in Puri
As preparations gear up for the sacred Debasnana Purnima at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri on June 11, the Odisha Police have devised an elaborate security plan to ensure...
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