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Mamata likely to leave for Digha for Ratha Yatra on Wednesday

Mamata Banerjee · Digha

Mamata likely to leave for Digha for Ratha Yatra on Wednesday

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Mamata likely to leave for Digha for Ratha Yatra on Wednesday See the Story

Tempest over Temples: Mamata Banerjee Defends Digha's Jagannath Dham

Mamata Banerjee · Digha

Tempest over Temples: Mamata Banerjee Defends Digha's Jagannath Dham

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed controversy over naming a new Digha temple 'Jagannath Dham', emphasizing respect for the Puri shrine. Despite Odisha's objections, Banerjee underscored her dedication to religious practices and humanity, respecting Puri Gajapati King Dibyasingha Deb's views.See the Story

Trinamool Members Enter CPM Party Office and Distribute Jagannath Dev's Prasad! 'It Was Supposed to Be Given in Ration by the Government, We Didn't Like it..'

Trinamool Members Enter CPM Party Office and Distribute Jagannath Dev's Prasad! 'It Was Supposed to Be Given in Ration by the Government, We Didn't Like it..'

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TMC Distributes Digha Jagannath Temple Prasad in CPM Party Office: Trinamool distributes Jagannath Dev's Prasad by entering the CPM party office, what is the reaction of the Left to this program?Read Article

Digha Rath Yatra: Pilgrims will not be allowed to spill on road to pull chariots

Digha, Jun 26 (PTI) Pilgrims attending the grand Rath Yatra festival originating from the newly constructed Jagannath temple here on Friday will have to stand behind barricades along the 1 km procession route and wouldn't be allowed to spill onto the streets to pull the ropes of the chariots of the sibling deities, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said on Thursday.Soon after a high-level meeting with officials of Digha Shankarpur Devel…Digha · Digha Read Article

Hotel Rates in West Bengal's Digha Soar During Festivals: Hoteliers Forced to Display Tariffs After Government Intervention

At the height of festivals and weekends, hotel room rates in Digha have surged significantly, with some operators doubling or even tripling prices. The practice has triggered widespread complaints from tourists, prompting intervention by state authorities and local hoteliers. Tourist Outrage: Advance Bookings No Longer a Guarantee Holidaymakers with advance bookings have been unpleasantly surprised by inflated charges upon arrival. That’s led to…Digha · Digha Read Article

BJP Slams Bengal Government over Muslim Shops Making Jagannath Temple Prasad

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Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) IT Cell head Amit Malviya strongly attacked Mamata Banerjee over preparation and distribution of Bengal's Jagannath temple prasad by Muslim-owned shops.Mamata Banerjee · Digha See the Story

Rare fish in Digha sells for Rs 33 Lakh, attracting tourists

Digha, June 19: In a remarkable catch off the coast of Digha, West Bengal, fishermen have netted a rare species of fish, the Telia Bhola, with each weighing over 20 kilograms. The 29 fish were sold at a local auction for an astonishing Rs 33 lakh, drawing the attention of both locals and tourists as well. Fishermen from the region often venture deep into the sea to catch fish, and fisherman Nani Gopal made this particular haul. The 29 Telia Bhol…Fish · Digha Read Article

Now, Digha's Jagannath Temple Is Closer, Bus Service Starts From Memari

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Digha Jagannath Temple: A Jagannath temple modeled after Puri has been built in Digha. After that, the enthusiasm for tourism in Digha has increased. The communication system is being improved to reach Digha from different parts of the state.Digha · Digha Read Article

Suvendu Claims Bengal Govt to Pass Off Local Sweets as Jagannath Temple Prasad, TMC Denies Charge

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari on Friday alleged that the TMC government has made arrangements to pass off locally made sweets as prasad of the Digha Jagannath temple, and accused the administration of playing with the sentiments of Hindu devotees. India News | Suvendu Claims Bengal Govt to Pass off Local Sweets as Jagannath Temple Prasad, TMC Denies Charge.Digha · Digha See the Story

The Tussle for Temple Turf

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West Bengal’s newly built Jagannath Dham, constructed at a cost of ₹250 crore in the coastal town of Digha as a replica of the 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, has triggered a row between the two States, finds Shiv Sahay Singh. The temple has cultural and religious significance for those in India’s east, but is also being politically pushed as a counter to what is perceived as the BJP’s ‘north Indian’ Lord RamAsia · Digha See the Story

PIL filed in Calcutta HC for probe into funding of Jagannath Temple in Digha

The petition alleges that the temple is being run under the pretence of a private trust, while the donation address provided is reportedly that of HIDCO (Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation), a government entity.Digha · Digha Read Article

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