Debate Over Lord Jagannath's New Year Midnight Darshan
A proposal to stop keeping Lord Jagannath awake for New Year's Eve darshan in Puri sparks debate between tradition and devotion. Will the 12th-century shrine change its practice?
A proposal to stop keeping Lord Jagannath awake for New Year's Eve darshan in Puri sparks debate between tradition and devotion. Will the 12th-century shrine change its practice?
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.
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.
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.
A major fire destroyed a four-storey garment complex in Nagpur's Jagannath Budhwari market, causing an estimated Rs 2.5 crore loss. Narrow lanes hampered firefighting efforts. No injuries reported.
Narcolepsy, a chronic neurological disorder affecting sleep-wake cycles, impacts 1 in 2000 people. Dr. Jay Jagannath explains its types, symptoms, and management strategies for a better life.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hundreds of Puri residents demand a special darshan corridor at Jagannath Temple to avoid long queues. Authorities promise deliberation on the issue. Read more.
Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) reveals its first-ever retained players list. Majhi Mumbai keeps Abhishek Dalhor for ₹26.65L, Chennai Singams retains Jagannath Sarkar. Season 3 auction set for Dec 9 in Mumbai.
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.
Mark your calendars! The Kannada devotional drama 'Vishwaroopini Sri Vasavi' starring Amrutha Murthy releases on 5 December 2025. Discover the cast, crew, and details here.
Watch the official trailer for the new Kannada devotional film 'Vishwaroopini Sri Vasavi' starring Amrutha Murthy and Rohith Nagesh. Directed by Vemagal Jagannath Rao.
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.
Hindustan Power inks a crucial power supply agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, enhancing Assam's electricity infrastructure and supporting regional growth. Read the full story.
A woman in UP suffered a jaw dislocation while eating a golgappa. ENT specialists explain the causes, who is at risk, and what to do in such a medical emergency.
YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra tenders apology and deletes video claiming a 'curse' on unmarried couples at Jagannath Temple. Full story on the controversy and its resolution.
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.
Odisha Cricket Association secretary Sanjay Behera offered the first ticket for the India vs South Africa T20 in Cuttack to Lord Jagannath at Puri temple. Read the unique story.
National Green Tribunal extends deadline to Feb 6, 2026 for environment ministry's response on controversial Shree Jagannath International Airport. Key facts about the environmental dispute.