Puri:29/6/25: Odisha government has announced an ex-gratia of twenty-five lakh rupees to the next of kin of each deceased who died in a stampede that occurred early this morning. Three devotees, including two women, died, and many others were injured near the Sri Gundicha temple at Saradhabali in Puri. The mishap took place when a massive crowd had gathered for ...

Puri:29/6/25:At least three devotees, including two women, have died, and over 80 others were injured in a stampede near Puri Shree Gundicha Temple in Odisha this morning. Puri District Collector Siddharth S. Swain stated that the injured were taken to nearby hospitals. It is reported that six of the injured remain in critical condition. The bodies have been sent for ...

Puri:27/6/25:The grand annual Rath Yatra in Puri began with immense religious fervour as Lord Balabhadra’s chariot, Taladhwaja, was the first to roll on the Bada Danda (Grand Road), pulled by a sea of enthusiastic devotees chanting “Jai Jagannath.” The ceremonial chariot pulling commenced following the completion of crucial rituals such as Charamalaphita (fixing the sacred ropes), installation of the horses ...

Puri: 26 June 2025: After its vast and largely volunteer-led support effort to feed the multitude at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj earlier this year, the Adani Group has now turned its attention to another of India’s most iconic religious festivals — the Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha. Held annually at the Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri, the nine-day chariot procession ...

Puri:26/6/25:The Agyan Mala, symbolic of Lord Jagannath’s command, was ceremoniously placed upon the chariots, an essential ritual that clears the path for the chariot festival to begin. As tradition dictates, following this ritual, the three majestic chariots will be aligned in front of the Singhadwara (Lion’s Gate) of Srimandir. The arrival of the Agyan Mala is not merely a spiritual ...

Puri:26/6/25:With just hours to go before one of India’s most spiritually charged spectacles, the Rath Yatra 2025, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has unveiled the full itinerary of rituals to be held on June 27 in Puri. The schedule, a divine blueprint for lakhs of devotees and servitors, meticulously outlines every major ceremonial moment—from the early Mangala Alati to ...

Sundargarh:25/6/25:In a major boost to agri-export from Odisha, the District Administration of Sundargarh has facilitated the successful export of 18 quintals of Amrapali variety mangoes to France from the Lephripada block. The export was made possible through Alokprabha Women Farmer Producer Company Limited (WFPCL), promoted under the Agriculture Production Cluster (APC) Project. The APC initiative is supported by DMF Sundargarh ...

Aska: 23/06/25: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi addressed a massive State-Level Youth Samavesh in Aska, Ganjam today, unveiling a vision to transform Odisha into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2047. He emphasised the vital role of the youth in realising this ambitious goal, stating, “Odisha’s future lies in the strength, skill, and determination of its young generation.” At the ...

Purti:22/06/25: Ahead of the grand Rath Yatra festival, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi conducted a high-level meeting in Puri to meticulously review all preparations. The session, held at the municipal council hall, focused on ensuring a seamless and secure experience for devotees and visitors . Comprehensive discussions were held on sanitation, health services, transportation, crowd regulation, and ensuring disciplined darshan ...

Balasore:21/06/25:The sudden influx has instilled fear among locals, particularly in Bhograi block, where inadequate flood embankments heighten the risk of inundation. Villagers expressed concerns that a major flood could submerge several villages if the embankments are not reinforced urgently. Reports indicate that floodwaters have already entered villages like Kudmansingh in Baliapal and Khanabad in Bhograi. In response to the potential ...