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Odisha to Preserve Jagannath Temple's Sanctity with New Food and Liquor Ban
Pollution · Puri

Odisha to Preserve Jagannath Temple's Sanctity with New Food and Liquor Ban

50% Left coverage: 8 sources
The Odisha government announced a ban on non-vegetarian food and liquor sales within a 2-km radius of the Jagannath temple in Puri. The initiative aims to maintain the sacred nature of the area. Plans include uniform architectural regulations for buildings along the Grand Road.See the Story
Tragedy Strikes: Jagannath Temple Servitor Found Murdered
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Tragedy Strikes: Jagannath Temple Servitor Found Murdered

75% Right coverage: 4 sources
An 83-year-old servitor, Jagannath Dixit, of the Jagannath temple in Puri was allegedly murdered. His body was discovered in a pool of blood near Rabeni Choura. A man was caught on CCTV leaving Dixit's body roadside, and one suspect has been detained. Investigation is ongoing.See the Story
Lakhs Congregate in Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri to Witness Deva Snana Purnima
Hinduism · Puri

Lakhs Congregate in Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri to Witness Deva Snana Purnima

Coverage: 2 sources
The festival, known as Deva Snana Purnima, takes place on the full moon day in the month of Jyestha, and this is the first occasion in a year when the wooden idols are brought out of the sanctum sanctorum in a procession and placed on the 'Snana Mandap' for the bathing rituals.See the Story

Odisha ASI Arrested for Accepting ₹15,000 Bribe in Land Dispute Case

Bhubaneswar, June 19: In a significant development, the Odisha Vigilance team has arrested Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Pravat Kumar Pradhan of Chandanpur Police Station in Puri for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹15,000. The accused officer was handling an investigation related to a land dispute case. According to the Vigilance, the complainant approached the authorities after ASI Pradhan reportedly asked for a bribe in exchange …Puri · PuriSee the Story

Bank Holiday: Banks will remain closed for two days, know when and where the holiday will be - Business League

Bank Holiday: Banks will remain closed on June 27 on the occasion of Rath Yatra in Odisha and Manipur. Rath Yatra, a major Hindu festival of Lord Jagannath, is celebrated with great pomp especially in Puri, Odisha. Bank Holiday: Several holidays have been declared for banks in India in June 2025, of which June 27 and 30 are particularly important. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar, banks will remain closed in different parts …Puri · PuriRead Article

BJD Holds Massive Jana Jagaran Abhiyan Rally in Puri, Exposes BJP Govt's Failures

Puri: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) held a massive Jana Jagaran Abhiyan rally in Puri today, launching a scathing attack on the BJP-led double engine government over its multiple failures as it completes one year in power. The rally, held under the directive of BJD President Naveen Patnaik, was spearheaded by the Biju Yuva Janata Dal and Biju Chhatra Janata Dal wings, and saw the active participation from senior party leaders and workers. During the…BJP · PuriRead Article

Jagannath Idol: Big Eyes and Imperfect Body, Why Is the Idol of Lord Jagannath so Different? Like to Know the Secret

The idol of Lord Jagannatji looks very beautiful and different in itself. However, there are many secrets in Puri's Jagannath temple, which no one has been able to discover till today. One of those mysteries is also the idol of the Birayman Lord Jagannath in the Puri Temple. The idol of Lord Jagannath is different from all other traditional Hindu idols. The reason for this is that the idol of the Lord Jagannath appears incomplete. Lord Jagannath…Puri · PuriRead Article

Yet again! Drone spotted over Puri Jagannath Temple sparks security concerns

Puri, June 17: A drone was seen flying over  Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri amid tight security on Monday.The footage of which has gone viral on social media, triggering serious concerns over the temple’s security. The video, shared by a youth identified as Neelkamal Sahu on Instagram, shows a drone hovering over the sacred premises during the ceremonial changing of the flag atop the temple.The footage, which has amassed widespread attention, cl…Social Media · PuriRead Article

Lord Jagannath & Siblings Undergo Traditional Healing Rituals After Snana Purnima

Puri, June 17: Following the grand ceremonial bath on Snana Purnima, the deities are now being treated with herbal medicines under the supervision of the Raj Vaidya, the temple’s Royal Ayurvedic physician. A special offering known as ‘Osa’, prepared by the temple cook or Sudha Suara, will be served to the deities as part of the Osa Lagi ritual. This ceremony involves applying medicinal pastes and lotions to the divine trio to aid their healing. …Medical · PuriSee the Story

Puri Temple Panel Urges ISKCON Not to Violate Traditions on Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath - OrissaPOST

Bhubaneswar: Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee in Odisha’s Puri has written to the ISKCON, urging it to ensure that Lord Jagannath’s ceremonial bathing rituals and the Rath Yatra across the world are performed on the specific date sanctioned by scriptures and not to violate traditions. Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb of Puri, the chairman of the committee, expressed displeasure over some of the ISKCON temples across the world performin…Puri · PuriSee the Story

Puri Rath Yatra: Cellphones Prohibited for Servitors During Chariot Pulling

Puri, June 14: In view of a peaceful Rath Yatra 2025 in Odisha’s Puri, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration(SJTA) has sought all cooperation from the servitors.During a significant co-ordination meeting held today ahead of the Car Festival, the SJTA urged the servitors not to use cellphones during the chariot pulling, in the Rath & Bahuda Yatras.Chief Administrator SJTA, Aurovind Padhee underlined the important roles played by the servitors…Artificial Intelligence · PuriSee the Story

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