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'Maa chose to stay': The Durga idol that defied visarjan in 1767 still worshipped in Varanasi after 259 years

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- Durga Puja is entering its final phase, with devotees gathering at pandals for prayers, rituals and celebrations before bidding farewell to Goddess Durga. While most clay idols... और पढ़ें


Only 10 days of worship a year: Unique tradition of Odisha's Danda Maa Thakurani shrine

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- The Danda Maa Thakurani shrine in Paralakhemundi of Odisha's Gajapati district is known for its unique tradition of worshipping Goddess Mahamaya for only 10 days in a year. Whi... और पढ़ें


Durga Puja festivities gather momentum across Odisha; temples and pandals witness heavy footfall

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- Durga Puja celebrations have gained momentum in villages and cities across the state. Puja pandals are witnessing enthusiastic participation from devotees. The arrival of Godde... और पढ़ें


Maa Manikeswari's Chhatar Yatra draws lakhs of devotees to Kalahandi

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- The famous Chhatar Yatra of Maa Manikeswari, the presiding deity of Odisha's Kalahandi district, is being celebrated in Bhawanipatna on Monday. The annual festival is witnessin... और पढ़ें


Jharsuguda police encounter:Criminal with 17 cases injured , arrested

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- Notorious criminal Bunty Prasad was injured in a police encounter near Ambadahara forest in Odisha's Jharsuguda at around 6 am on Monday. He sustained a bullet injury to his le... और पढ़ें


'Ama Sahi Medha' 2026: OTV honours Cuttack Durga Puja mandaps for cultural grandeur & innovation

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- The winning puja mandaps from Cuttack City, selected in OTV's Dussehra 'Ama Sahi Medha 2026' competition, were felicitated on Monday with awards and trophies. The competition r... और पढ़ें


Food Safety Department raids eateries at Odisha's Baramunda Durga Puja Mandap

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- The Food Safety Department conducted a raid at food stalls at the Baramunda Durga Puja mandap in Bhubaneswar on Monday to check the quality and safety of food being sold to vis... और पढ़ें


Cyclone threat to Odisha: System may develop over Bay of Bengal around October 22

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- A cyclonic circulation may develop over the South Andaman Sea around October 22, raising the possibility of a newweather system over the Bay of Bengal. A clearer assessment of ... और पढ़ें


Odisha shrine preserves centuries-old Durga idol, follows unique tradition

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- A unique tradition surrounding the worship of Maa Durga continues at the shrine of Saint Shri Atmaram Dev in Jatadhari, under Mahanga block in Odisha's Cuttack district. Unlik... और पढ़ें


Nuakhai-themed Durga Puja pandal draws visitors in Bolangir

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 19 -- Durga Puja celebrations are underway in Bolangir of Odisha, with the city witnessing festive activity for the occasion. Among the pandals attracting visitors is the Durga Puja ... और पढ़ें