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.
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development 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.
Kolkata Police rolls out massive security plan for Christmas & New Year. 2,500 personnel deployed, traffic restrictions on Park Street, and leave cancelled till Jan 20. Details inside.
Bollywood star Fatima Sana Shaikh opens up about her journey from junk food lover to fitness enthusiast. Discover her new health secrets and expert tips for a balanced lifestyle.
Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula brace for Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit. Traffic diversions and tight security arrangements are in place. Details inside.
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.
Panchkula police deploy over 2,750 personnel for Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit. Check traffic advisories and security details for December 24.
Panchkula police implement multi-layered security with 2,750 personnel for Home Minister Amit Shah's visit. Key routes closed; traffic advisories issued. Details inside.
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.
A 16-year-old girl from Patna has been missing for four days. Police traced her distress call to a guava seller on Frazer Road and suspect elopement, while her family alleges kidnapping. Read the latest updates.
A 16-year-old girl from Patna has been missing for four days. Police suspect she eloped, but her family alleges kidnapping after a distressed call. Search operations ongoing.
PM Narendra Modi spent over 2 hours at Kolkata's NSCBI Airport after dense fog prevented his helicopter from landing in Nadia. He delivered an audio address from the airport lounge. Read the full story.
Varanasi DM Satyendra Kumar inspected night shelters to ensure facilities for the needy during the cold wave. He directed officials to improve arrangements and urged public to report distress.
Trichy Corporation clears encroachments around Srirangam Ranganathaswamy temple to ease traffic for Vaikunta Ekadasi. Read about the festival arrangements and special transport services.
President Droupadi Murmu visited Tamil Nadu's Sripuram Golden Temple in Vellore. Over 1,000 police ensured security. Read about the high-profile visit details.
Odisha Bridge & Construction Corporation unveils plans for three cutting-edge interpretation centres in Bhubaneswar, Puri & Keonjhar. Blending heritage with AR, VR & AI, they aim to position Odisha as a global cultural destination. Discover the immersive
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.
Production at Bengal's Ashoknagar oil field is imminent as ONGC and the state government finalize the deal. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlights the ₹1,000 crore investment and recent regulatory progress. Read more.
IndiGo's cancellation of 12 flights in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday severely impacts passengers, especially those connecting to international flights. Travelers face high costs for alternative arrangements. Read more.
Hundreds of Puri residents demand a special darshan corridor at Jagannath Temple to avoid long queues. Authorities promise deliberation on the issue. Read more.
Vijayapura implements major traffic diversions for the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) and Vrukshathon marathon on Sunday. Over 24,000 runners expected. Details on routes and parking inside.
IAS officer Swapnil M Naik's leave from Dec 12 to Jan 4 prompts a major administrative reshuffle in Chandigarh. Key departments reassigned to Prerna Puri, Pardeep Kumar, and Anuradha S Chagti. Get details here.
Delhi's air quality plunges to 'very poor' with AQI 324 amid a cold wave alert. A top doctor reveals a surprising truth about pollution rankings and how to fight back. Read for vital health insights.
Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden in Lucknow implements special winter arrangements including heaters, blankets, and dietary changes to ensure animal comfort and safety during the cold season.
New Delhi deploys snipers, SWAT, anti-drone guns for Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit. Over 5,000 police ensure security for the India-Russia Annual Summit. Read details.
Telangana government deploys over 1000 workers for the Telangana Rising 2047 Global Summit at Bharat Future City. Read about the massive arrangements inspired by Davos.
BMC prepares for Mahaparinirvan Diwas at Dadar's Chaitya Bhoomi with waterproof pavilions, medical camps, and 8,000 staff. Read about the full arrangements for December 6.
Hindustan Power inks a Power Supply Agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, boosting Assam's energy security and supporting industrial growth. Read the full details.