New Odisha Age

Category: Spiritual

Indian Railways to Operate 400+ Special Trains for Rath Yatra and Onam Festivals

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Bhubaneswar: National Institute of Technology Rourkela researchers have developed an innovative smart wound dressing that aims to reduce infection, minimize pain during dressing changes, and accelerate the healing process. The advanced dressing combines chitosan-coated gauze with a nanofibrous layer infused with curcumin, the natural bioactive compound found in turmeric known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory…

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Cooked Food Banned on Puri’s Bada Danda Ahead of Rath Yatra 2026; Only Dry Food Distribution Allowed

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Bhubaneswar: Ahead of Rath Yatra 2026, the Housing and Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha has prohibited the distribution of cooked food along Bada Danda, permitting only dry and packaged food items to be served to devotees during the festival. The decision has been taken to maintain strict sanitation, hygiene, and public health standards as…

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Odisha to Distribute 1 Crore Copies of Lakshmi Purana, Announces ₹28 Crore Cultural Corridor

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Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has announced a major cultural initiative to promote the timeless values of the Lakshmi Purana by distributing around one crore copies of the classic text across the state. The initiative is intended to spread its enduring message of women’s empowerment, social equality, and cleanliness while preserving and promoting Odisha’s rich…

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Humble Shrine, Unwavering Faith: A Village in Mayurbhanj Keeps Lord Jagannath’s Traditions Alive

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Bhubaneswar: In a time when grand temples and elaborate Rath Yatra celebrations draw thousands of devotees, a small village in Mayurbhanj district offers a powerful reminder that true devotion transcends grandeur. For the past 38 years, the deities of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra have been worshipped under a simple shelter made of…

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Puri Residents to Avail Special Darshan at Srimandir Through Aadhaar-Based Entry System

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Bhubaneswar: Residents of Puri will soon be able to avail a special darshan facility at the revered Jagannath Temple (Srimandir) through a new Aadhaar-based entry system designed to provide a more convenient and streamlined temple visit experience. The initiative is being developed in collaboration with the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC) and aims to enable…

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Odisha Police Deploys 72 Platoons for Debasnana Purnima Security in Puri

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police has put in place an extensive security and crowd-management plan for the upcoming Debasnana Purnima celebrations in Puri, with 72 platoons of police personnel set to be deployed to ensure the smooth conduct of the annual ritual on June 29. Director General of Police Yogesh Bahadur Khurania recently reviewed the security, traffic,…

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Odisha Law Commission Proposes Dress Code for Jagannath Temple

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Law Commission has recommended amendments to the Shri Jagannath Temple Act, 1955 to introduce a formal dress code for devotees visiting the Jagannath Temple. As per the proposal, women may be restricted from wearing jeans or trousers inside the temple premises, while traditional attire has been suggested for male devotees. Male…

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Odisha Police on High Alert Ahead of Festive Period

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Bhubaneswar: The decision to tighten security arrangements was announced by the Director General of Police (DGP) following a high-level review meeting at the State Police Headquarters. All district Superintendents of Police have been placed on high alert to ensure law and order during the upcoming festive period. The Cyber Cell has been assigned round-the-clock monitoring…

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Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation Launches Organic Gulal from Temple Flowers

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Bhubaneswar: In a sustainable step ahead of Holi, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has introduced organic gulal made from recycled temple flower waste, offering a chemical-free and fragrant alternative to conventional colours. Officials said the civic body has been collecting discarded flowers from nearly 700 temples across the city over the past six months. The…

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Isha Yoga Center Hosts 33rd Mahashivratri Celebrations, Thousands Gather in Coimbatore

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Bhubaneswar: The Isha Yoga Center marked its 33rd annual Mahashivratri celebrations on February 15, drawing thousands of devotees for an all-night spiritual and cultural gathering. The event featured powerful yogic practices such as Pancha Bhuta Kriya, midnight consecrations, and a series of cultural performances. Spiritual leader Sadhguru addressed participants, highlighting the significance of Mahashivratri as…

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