Snana Yatra 2026: Puri gears up for Deba Snana Purnima ahead of Rath Yatra - Rituals, significance, and other detailsPuri gears up for the grand Deba Snana Purnima on June 29, a pivotal ritual before the Rath Yatra. The sibling deities will undergo a sacre...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.27 AM IST
More than 1000 years old, this ‘divine’ drink helps people beat the heat in Orissa, has a nutrient rarely found in vegetarian foodDiscover Tonka Torani, a traditional Odia summer drink steeped in history and offered to Lord Jagannath. This fermented rice beverage, blen...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Forget iced tea & kombucha: These 4 Indian drinks are 10 times cheaper & ultimate remedy for India’s Brutal Heatwaves. One is even Lord Jagannath’s favouriteIndia's ancient summer drinks are making a comeback as heatwaves intensify. These traditional beverages like Bael Sharbat, Padhaneer, Tanka...
28 May, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Odisha to issue fewer 'cordon passes' to prevent overcrowding during Jagannath chariot pullingOdisha government will issue fewer cordon passes for the upcoming Rath Yatra. This decision aims to prevent overcrowding near the chariots....
26 Apr, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
Odisha to copyright Jagannath temple rituals to protect traditional expressions: Puri's titular kingThe Odisha government is seeking copyright protection for Lord Jagannath temple rituals. This move follows concerns about unauthorized ritu...
13 Jul, 2025, 11.15 AM IST
Lord Jagannath's 'Bahuda' Yatra: Chariot pulling beginsThe Bahuda Yatra of Lord Jagannath began in Puri. Lord Balabhadra's chariot was pulled first. The Pahandi ceremony occurred early. Gajapati...
05 Jul, 2025, 06.09 PM IST
Mamata Banerjee misusing Lord Jagannath's name for commercial gains: Puri seerThe Puri seer criticised the West Bengal government for allegedly exploiting Lord Jagannath's name for commercial benefit. The seer claimed...
26 Jun, 2025, 08.18 PM IST
Preparations underway for Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra, says Gujarat Minister Harsh SanghaviHarsh Sanghavi said, "The Jagannath Rath Yatra is a huge centre of devotion for the people of Gujarat. Lakhs of people join the yatra. Toda...
11 Jun, 2025, 10.02 AM IST
Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024: Date, legend of Lord Jagannath, history, significance, all you should knowPuri Rath Yatra 2024: The annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, starting on July 7, 2024, is a nine-day festival drawing millions of...
08 Jul, 2024, 04.54 PM IST
Odisha Police to use AI for traffic, crowd management during Lord Jagannath Rath YatraOdisha Police will use AI, CCTV cameras, and drones for traffic management during the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra on July 7 in Puri. Addition...
07 Jul, 2024, 06.30 AM IST
'Eat Properly': BJD's Pandian advises Sambit Patra on Upvaas over 'Lord Jagannath is Modi's Bhakt' remarkBJP leader Sambit Patra faced criticism for saying "Lord Jagannath is Modi's bhakt," which he called a "slip of the tongue." BJD's VK Pandi...
22 May, 2024, 10.44 AM IST
Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra 2023: Greetings and wishes you can send your loved one on this auspicious dayOn this propitious day, Lord Jagannath emerges from his sanctuary, accompanied by his elder brother, Lord Balbhadra, and younger sister, Su...
20 Jun, 2023, 12.05 PM IST
Controversy over depiction of Lord Jagannath delays issue of commemorative coins on occasion of Nabakalebara“The design hardly looks like Lord Jagannath,” Shaktikanta Das, secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, communicated to the culture mini...
16 Jan, 2016, 04.32 AM IST
Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel prays for rain to Lord JagannathPatel arrived at the Jagannath temple today evening and performed 'aarti' at the temple as per tradition. She also offered 'prasad' to Lord...
18 Jul, 2015, 12.15 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi sends his wishes and offerings to Lord JagannathSprouted green gram and blackberries are traditionally offered as 'prasad' to Lord Jagannath during the chariot procession ritual.
17 Jul, 2015, 11.06 PM IST
136th Lord Jagannath rath yatra begins amidst tight securityAs per tradition, elephants had a first glimpse of Lord Jagannath and led the procession, which set off from the over 400 year-old iconic J...
10 Jul, 2013, 10.49 AM IST
Lord Jagannath's rath yatra to be on FacebookThe 136th edition of Lord Jagannath's 'rath yatra' will begin from the Jagannath temple on July 10 amid tight security with a Facebook page.
08 Jul, 2013, 02.01 PM IST