Heavy Security for New Year at Puri's Jagannath Temple
Puri police unveil a massive security plan for New Year, deploying 25 platoons for crowd control at Jagannath Temple and the beach. SP Prateek Singh ensures visitor safety.
Puri police unveil a massive security plan for New Year, deploying 25 platoons for crowd control at Jagannath Temple and the beach. SP Prateek Singh ensures visitor safety.
The high-level committee finalizes a phased SOP for the inventory of Puri Jagannath Temple's Ratna Bhandar. The process, to be videographed, aims for completion before the 2026 Rath Yatra. Details inside.
A 22-year-old disabled woman was allegedly raped in Odisha's Puri district. Police have registered a case and launched a search for the accused. Read the latest updates.
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Sri Yoganarasimhaswamy Temple in Mysuru's Vijayanagar gears up to distribute two lakh ladoos on New Year's Day, continuing a tradition inspired by Dr. Rajkumar. Read about the grand devotional offering.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi suspends VIP and sparsh darshan due to heavy crowds. Check current ticket prices, available facilities, and how to book online for your visit.
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik unveils a massive 60-ft Santa Claus sculpture made with sand and 1.5 tonnes of apples at Puri's Niladri Beach. The artwork promotes peace and aims for a national record. Read more about this festive marvel.
Bihar's Religious Trust Council calls urgent meeting with 2500+ temple committees in January to boost security after thefts at Thawe & Dharmnath temples. Read the full plan.
The long-awaited inventory of Puri's Jagannath Temple Ratna Bhandar, sealed for 46 years, is set to commence in January 2025. A high-level committee finalizes SOPs for the meticulous 4-6 month process.
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Gopalganj police arrest prime accused in Rs 90 lakh Thawe Bhawani Temple theft. 12 SIT teams formed, search on for accomplice. Read the full breakthrough details here.
The Puri Jagannath Temple has drawn PM Modi's attention to ISKCON's plan for a global Rath Yatra on different dates. The move follows logistical challenges cited by ISKCON. Read the full story.
Puri's Gajapati Maharaja urges PM Modi to ensure Iskcon temples abroad celebrate Rath Yatra on traditional dates. The dispute centers on cultural sanctity and global practice alignment.
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness faces serious allegations of distorting the traditional Jagannath culture of Puri. Read the full report on the controversy.
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AIIMS Raipur launches AUSHADHI-ER, a web-based system to ensure drug availability in emergencies. This innovation aims to streamline operations and enhance patient safety. Read more about this digital health breakthrough.
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Kanakadurga temple in Vijayawada distributes free laddus to avoid wastage after 4 lakh remain unsold post-Bhavani Deeksha. Read how officials turned surplus into blessings.
Sarath, a 33-year-old priest, was found dead in the pond of Moolekkavu Bhagavathi temple in Malappuram. Police have registered a case as the investigation begins. Read for details.
Masked thieves looted a gold crown & ornaments from Thawe Bhawani Temple. Police form SIT, suspend personnel. Read details on the shocking security lapse.
A revered gold crown was stolen from the historic Thawe Temple in Bihar's Gopalganj district. Police are investigating the theft, which has shocked devotees. Read the latest updates.
Thieves stole the sacred 'kalasam' from the historic Sankaranyeswarar temple in Karur, Tamil Nadu, during renovation. Police are investigating. Learn more about this shocking theft.
Odisha DGP Y B Khurania directs police to implement a detailed security and crowd management plan for Puri's Jagannath Temple and beach during New Year celebrations. Read about the safety measures.
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Orissa High Court dismisses plea to direct Jagannath temple to sell land, upholding legal principle that a Hindu deity is a perpetual minor. Read the full judgment details and implications.
Hundreds of Puri residents demand a special darshan corridor at Jagannath Temple to avoid long queues. Authorities promise deliberation on the issue. Read more.
A small fire broke out in the kitchen of Kerala's Sabarimala temple. Firefighters responded immediately and doused the flames. No injuries or major damage reported. Read details.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) will establish its first Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Patna, Bihar, on a 10.11-acre plot leased for 99 years at Re 1. Read about TTD's national expansion plan.
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Puri police arrest four, including an MBA student and a jeweller, for a Rs 33 lakh heist on NH-316. Ornaments worth Rs 79 lakh recovered. Read the full investigation details.