Fake AI Videos of Lord Jagannath Spark Police Complaint
Police in Puri have filed a complaint after AI-generated videos depicting Lord Jagannath in fabricated rituals surfaced online, prompting condemnation from temple culture experts.
Police in Puri have filed a complaint after AI-generated videos depicting Lord Jagannath in fabricated rituals surfaced online, prompting condemnation from temple culture experts.
Devotees gathered for the morning aarti rituals at the historic Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, participating in the sacred ceremony.
Over 300 people from Indian, Japanese, and Nepalese communities attended the Shree Jagannath pran pratistha ceremony at Shree Ram Devalay near Tokyo, featuring rituals, dance performances, and kite-flying for Makar Sankranti.
Over 300 people from Indian, Japanese, and Nepalese communities attended the Shree Jagannath pran pratistha ceremony near Tokyo, featuring rituals, dance performances, and kite-flying for Makar Sankranti.
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration reduces parking charges at Puri guest houses from Rs 500 to Rs 240 per day following widespread devotee resentment.
The Jagannath Temple in Puri will conduct a three-phase inventory of its Ratna Bhandar treasures. The managing committee finalized the SOP and other temple decisions on Saturday.
Actor Ridhima Ghosh recently visited the Jagannath Temple with her family, sharing glimpses on Instagram. She posted photos with Gaurav Chakrabarty and their child, captioning 'Jai Jaganath!'
Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb has written to Radha Govinda Temple president, urging cancellation of a Jagannath Rath Yatra in Dehradun scheduled for January 15.
IRCTC launches an affordable 2026 tour package connecting Ayodhya and Jagannath Puri. Book your spiritual rail journey for a seamless pilgrimage experience.
Shree Jagannath Temple Administration defends Rs 500 daily parking fee for four-wheelers at Puri guest houses, citing fairness. Critics demand rollback. Read the full story.
The Puri Jagannath Temple's decision to levy a Rs 500 parking fee faces intense backlash from tourists and politicians, prompting a potential reconsideration. Read the latest updates.
Shree Jagannath Temple Administration's new Rs 500/day parking fee for guest house guests in Puri draws sharp criticism from devotees and tourists. Officials promise reconsideration.
A viral social media post reveals a Dutch company apologised to an employee for a 6 AM email, highlighting stark contrasts in global work-life balance expectations, especially between Europe and the US.
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A dispute between police and temple authorities over a special queue for devotees at Puri's Jagannath Temple led to a 30-minute halt in darshan. Senior officials had to intervene to restore order. Details inside.
Digha's Jagannath temple prepares for a unique 'pushpa abhishek' this Saturday, featuring a floral petal shower. Over 1 lakh devotees visited on Jan 1. Discover the temple's grand plans.
Goa Police issues a look-out circular for Jagannath Bhagat, accused in the brutal murder of Richard D’Mello and Abhishek Gupta in Saligao. The accused remains untraceable since November 6. Read the latest updates.
Bokaro residents ushered in 2026 with spiritual visits to major temples and lively gatherings at popular dams. See how the city celebrated the New Year's Day with devotion and enthusiasm.
Odia devotees from 53 countries will gather in Puri for a 3-day conference on Lord Jagannath's global consciousness. The event addresses unity in rituals and critiques ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatras abroad.
Orissa High Court directs committee to begin inventory of centuries-old jewels in Puri's Ratna Bhandar after ASI completes conservation. Next hearing on Jan 27.
Shree Jagannath Temple Administration faces backlash for errors in New Year calendar depicting deities & Rath Yatra incorrectly. SJTA issues apology, stops sales. Details inside.
Puri's Jagannath Temple administration apologizes and withdraws 2026 calendars depicting sibling deities in incorrect positions on Ratna Singhasan, citing an old manuscript source. Read the full story.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi directs officials to skip New Year greetings and focus on duties. Bhubaneswar police restrict parties, Puri Temple timings altered. Details inside.
Odisha's law department is reforming the uniform land policy to settle ownership disputes of 55,000 encroached acres belonging to Puri's Jagannath Temple within 1.5 months. Read more.
Puri Jagannath Temple implements a massive security plan with 344 CCTV cameras and 70 police platoons to manage over 3 lakh devotees on New Year's Day. Read about the foolproof arrangements.
The Thamate, an ancient drum tied to Karnataka's Dalit communities, is being transformed from a symbol of oppression into a powerful emblem of identity and cultural resistance through workshops and performances.
Shree Jagannath Temple Administration ends all-night darshan on Dec 31. Temple to reopen at 2 AM on Jan 1, ensuring deities' rest. Read the full story here.
Digha's Jagannath Temple records a staggering 1 crore footfalls within eight months of its inauguration, emerging as a major international pilgrimage hub attracting devotees from across the globe.
A high-level committee prepares a detailed SOP for the inventory of Puri Jagannath Temple's Ratna Bhandar, last opened in 1978. RBI experts and goldsmiths to assist. Read the latest updates.
Digha's Jagannath temple welcomed its 1 croreth devotee, an 8-year-old girl, marking a spiritual and economic boom. The seaside shrine has transformed local tourism and generated over ₹100 crore in revenue. Read more.