Sawan Somwar Vrat 2026: Dates, Rituals, Dos and Don’ts for Lord Shiva Devotees
The holy month of Sawan (Shravan) is considered one of the most sacred periods for the worship of Lord Shiva. ...
Tag: Hindu Festivals
Niladri Bije 2026: The Sacred Story Behind Lord Jagannath, Goddess Lakshmi and the Rasagola Tradition
The annual Niladri Bije ritual marks the grand conclusion of the world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri. More than a ceremonial ...
Rath Yatra 2026: Holy Trinity Enters Gundicha Temple as Sacred ‘Adapa Mandap Bije’ Ritual Concludes
The sacred rituals of Rath Yatra 2026 reached another significant milestone on Saturday as Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi ...
Snana Yatra 2026: Lakhs of Devotees Gather in Puri as Lord Jagannath Begins Sacred Journey to Rath Yatra
The holy town of Puri came alive on Monday as lakhs of devotees gathered to witness Snana Yatra 2026, one ...
Snanajatra 2026: Puri Jagannath Temple Suspends Public Darshan from June 27 Night to June 28 Afternoon
In a significant update for lakhs of devotees, the Shree Jagannatha Temple Administration in Puri has announced a temporary suspension ...
Puri Gajapati Maharaja Urges President Murmu & PM Modi to Rein in ISKCON’s Global Jagannath Festivals
In a bold and unprecedented move to safeguard the sanctity of Lord Jagannath’s ancient traditions, Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb, Chairman ...
Maha Bishuba Sankranti 2026: Odisha Celebrates Odia New Year with Tradition, Pana Drink and Spiritual Significance
Maha Bishuba Sankranti, also known as Pana Sankranti, marks the traditional New Year in Odisha. Celebrated with devotion and joy, ...
Chaitra Navratri 2026: Complete Calendar, Dates, Colours and Navdurga Puja Guide
The auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri in 2026 marks nine sacred days of devotion, fasting, and spiritual reflection dedicated to ...
Sibling Deities of Puri Jagannath Temple to Be Adorned in Suna Besha Tonight Post Lunar Eclipse
The iconic sibling deities of Puri Jagannath Temple will be adorned in a resplendent golden attire tonight on the occasion ...
Thousands Gather at Lokanath Temple in Puri for Sacred Pankodhar Ekadashi Ritual
Thousands of devotees gathered in Puri on Friday to observe the sacred festival of Pankodhar Ekadashi at the revered Lokanath ...
Popular News
-
Odisha Govt Declares Holiday on Nov 3 in Four Districts
-
Odisha Govt Transfers 44 OAS Officers
-
Air India Flight AI171 Crashes Near Ahmedabad, Rescue Efforts Underway
-
Dhurandhar 2 Enters Global Top 10 Highest-Grossing Films of 2026, Beats Chris Hemsworth & Zendaya Releases
-
Kuchinda Tehsildar Suspended Over Land Dispute Allegations
News, as it should be covered, has been the forte of Pragativadi over the years. And this has ensured a classy readership encompassing the who’s who of the state. The people who matter in Odisha, depend on Pragativadi. For opinion leaders, decision makers and people with surplus disposable income Pragativadi is a must.
