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Tragedy Strikes: Jagannath Temple Servitor Found Murdered

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

Odisha Greenlights Massive Investment Boost to Create Over 10,500 Jobs

Tourism · Bhubaneswar

Odisha Greenlights Massive Investment Boost to Create Over 10,500 Jobs

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

The Odisha government has approved 17 investment proposals totaling Rs 3,878.86 crore. These projects, spanning multiple sectors, will generate over 10,584 jobs across 11 districts. Notable investments include Greenwave Circularity's recycled plastic facility and MAS India's textile mill, reinforcing sectoral growth and employment in the region.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

PM Modi to join Triranga Yatra, hold roadshow in Bhubaneswar June 20 - OrissaPOST

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in a Triranga Yatra and hold a roadshow before attending an event marking the first anniversary of the BJP’s maiden government in Odisha June 20, a senior minister said. Though Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s government completed one year in office June 12, the administration is holding a week-long celebration which will culminate June 20 with the Prime Minister’s address.…Narendra Modi · Bhubaneswar See the Story

Two Killed in Tragic Collision in Nuapada

Nuapada, June 14: In a tragic road accident, two people lost their lives after a truck collided with a motorcycle on National Highway 353 near Daladali village in Odisha’s Nuapada district. According to reports, the victims, identified as Khyama Dharua and Puran Dharua of Dianmunda village were traveling on a bike when a speeding truck rammed into them. The impact of the collision caused the duo to fall off the bike, resulting in their death on …Bhubaneswar · Bhubaneswar See the Story

Bullet-lifting gang busted in Bhubaneswar: 11 bikes recovered

Bhubaneswar, June 14: A bike-lifting gang was nabbed in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.At least 11 bikes were seized and 5 members of the gang were arrested by the Tamando Police.The key accused have been identified as Manish Patnaik and Baburao Acharya.According to reports, an Enfield Bullet bike was theft from Kaliga Virhar a few days ago. The bike owner had lodged a complaint with the Tamando Police. Based on the CCTV footage, the police reached the…Bhubaneswar · Bhubaneswar Read Article

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…Mobile Phones · Puri See the Story

Powering Rural India’s Fintech Revolution: Mr. Kaushik Subudhi

FEATURE: In a world where fintech is often all about flashy apps, big-city convenience, and fast-paced trading, Mr. Kaushik Subudhi is doing something different. He’s focused on the grassroots—where just having access to a basic banking service can be the difference between dignity and dependence. His mission is simple: not to disrupt for the sake of disruption, but to bring banking to those who have long been left out of India’s financial syste…Apps · Bhubaneswar Read Article

Organic Mangoes steal show at NABARD’s three-day festival in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, June 14: Organic mangoes appeared as the highlight of the three-day mango festival organised by NABARD, which concluded on Thursday at Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar. The event showcased a rich variety of organically grown mangoes cultivated by tribal farmers from across Odisha.Tribal farmers from 23 districts participated in the festival, bringing more than 25,000 kg of mangoes. Popular varieties such as ‘Dusheri’, ‘Langda’, ‘Amrapali’, an…Bhubaneswar · Bhubaneswar Read Article

Mama Weds Papa: Appu Kanungo's Heartwarming Family Drama Now Streaming in Hindi 2 Years After Release

Bhubaneswar: Two years after its successful release in Odisha, Mama Weds Papa, directed by Appu Kanungo, has made its Hindi debut on OTT platforms, receiving widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics. This family comedy-drama, originally in Odia, has been dubbed into Hindi, bringing its universal themes of love, family, and reconciliation to a broader audience.The film tells the story of a young girl who takes it upon herself to reunite…Bhubaneswar · Bhubaneswar Read Article

‘Bou Butu Bhoota’ creates box office history in Odia cinema

Bhubaneswar, June 14: The Odia film Bou Butu Bhoota has set a new benchmark in the state's film industry, recording an impressive ₹51.2 lakh in box office collections on its opening day. Released during the Raja festival, the film has made history as the highest first-day earner for a ghost-themed Odia movie.Produced under the personal banner of actor Babushaan and backed by his wife Trupti, the film was released in 61 theatres across Odisha. Th…Bhubaneswar · Bhubaneswar Read Article

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