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.
East Coast Railway plans to double train originating capacity from Bhubaneswar, Puri & Visakhapatnam by 2030. Major infrastructure upgrades underway to reduce congestion and boost connectivity.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rajasthan Police's Intelligence unit arrests a suspected ISI spy from Punjab. The accused was leaking sensitive Indian Army information via social media. Read the full details of the espionage case.
In a major twist, a higher court acquits BrahMos scientist Nishant Agarwal of espionage charges, citing no proof of intent to share missile secrets with Pakistan. The case highlights cybersecurity gaps in defence institutions. Read the full 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.
Child Welfare Committee reunites 260 children with families during Rath Yatra while state faces crisis of 2,975 untraceable missing children. Learn about the rescue efforts.
Shree Jagannath Temple authorities establish investigation committee following viral video claims about Radha Rani. Religious scholars deny scriptural basis for allegations. Read full details.
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