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A sleepy village under Banspal block in Keonjhar district hums with activity as soon as the Rath Yatra approaches, when the villagers get the opportunity to serve the deities by weaving the ropes for Nandighosha chariot using siali vines – a unique tradition associated with...

Puri: Lakhs of devotees have thronged the seaside pilgrim town of Puri for Lord Jagannath's annual Ratha Yatra Friday, for which the Odisha government has made elaborate arrangements, officials said. About one lakh people have reached Puri by Thursday evening, and the number has increased...

On Ashadha Shukla Dwitiya, the deities of Jagannath Temple in Puri traditionally embark on their world-famous Rath Yatra - from Srimandir to Gundicha Temple. Lord Jagannath, along with his elder brother Lord Balabhadra and sister Goddess Subhadra, undertakes this ceremonial journey to their birthplace and...

Among the various types of traditional services offered to Lord Jagannath at the Shree Jagannath Temple, one of the most essential yet lesser-known is the Darji Seba – the tailor’s service. Renowned heritage scholar Surendra Kumar Mishra explains that this service is an indispensable component...

Located about 25 km from the holy town of Puri, the ancient temple of Lord Alarnath in Brahmagiri is a spiritual gem revered by Vaishnavites and pilgrims, especially during the Anavasara (or Anasara) of Lord Jagannath and His siblings - Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra...

The annual Snana Yatra, the sacred bathing ritual of Lord Jagannath, was once held within the precincts of the Srimandir in Puri. Lord Jagannath, revered as the presiding deity of Odias, embodies human-like activities. Each year, accompanied by His siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra,...

Bhubaneswar: Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Minister Nityananda Gond Thursday underscored the need for greater collaboration and the adoption of scientific, evidence-based strategies to combat drug abuse. He underlined the importance of rehabilitation and reintegration of individuals affected by addiction as...

ARINDAM GANGULY, OP Bhubaneswar: As the world-famous Rath Yatra is set to begin in Puri Friday (June 27), The Capital city is buzzing with festive fervour. The City will burst into vibrant celebrations and joyous events across temples and institutions, embracing the sacred spirit of...

Bhubaneswar: The pilgrim town of Puri is abuzz with excitement as the three majestic chariots are ready to roll on the Grand Road Friday, when Lord Jagannath and His siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra, will embark on the annual journey (Rath Yatra) to Gundicha...