Idol of Lord Balabhadra falls on servitors during Rath Yatra ritual in Puri, nine injured
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Idol of Lord Balabhadra falls on servitors during Rath Yatra ritual in Puri, nine injured

The Hindu  

At least nine servitors of the Puri Jagannath temple were injured on July 9 when the idol of Lord Balabhadra fell on them while it was being taken out from the chariot to a temple as part of the Rath Yatra festival, an official said. The mishap happened when the heavy wooden idol was being brought down from Lord Balabhadra's chariot to be taken to the Gundicha temple. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida also went to Puri and, along with Harichandan, visited the hospital and talked to the injured servitors. The ritual of the sibling deities — Lord Jagannath, Devi Subhadra and Lord Balabhadra — resumed soon after the mishap and all the idols were taken inside the Gundicha temple, considered their birthplace.

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ISKCON plans talks with Puri Srimandir to align global Rath Yatra dates with temple traditions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

ISKCON plans talks with Puri Srimandir to align global Rath Yatra dates with temple traditions

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: After the controversy surrounding untimely hosting of Rath Yatras outside India, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness has decided to find a resolution for celebration of festivals of Lord Jagannath at its temples worldwide in conformity with Puri Srimandir’s schedules. The ISKCON’s Houston chapter on Wednesday issued a release stating there is a meeting planned in India next month …

HistoriCity | The treasures of Jagannath temple are in its shared history
5 months ago

HistoriCity | The treasures of Jagannath temple are in its shared history

Hindustan Times  

The real treasures of the Jagannath temple lie in its long and shared historical journey, traversing its inception first as a tribal deity, through Jain, Buddhist, Shaiva and Vaishnava traditions, as well as past Mughal rule, during which time Shah Jahan paid obeisance through his representatives to its power and authority over this eastern region of the subcontinent. According to …

Lord Jagannath's return car festival begins, chariot pulling at 4 pm
5 months, 1 week ago

Lord Jagannath's return car festival begins, chariot pulling at 4 pm

Hindustan Times  

Puri, Amid chants of 'Jai Jagannath' and beating of cymbals, sibling deities - Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath's - 'Bahuda Yatra' or return car festival began here on Monday. Lord Jagannath's return car festival begins, chariot pulling at 4 pm The trinity along with 'Chakraraj Sudarshan' were escorted to their respective chariots from Sri Gundicha Temple in a …

Thousands pull chariots in Lord Jagannath’s return car festival in Puri
5 months, 1 week ago

Thousands pull chariots in Lord Jagannath’s return car festival in Puri

The Hindu  

Thousands of devotees pulled the chariots of sibling deities — Lord Jagannath, Devi Subhadra and Lord Balabhadra — on the ‘Bahuda Yatra’ or return car festival on July 15. Though the pulling of chariots was slated to start at 4 p.m., it began ahead of schedule amid chants of ‘Jai Jagannath’ and the beating of cymbals. Devotees started pulling Lord …

Seven servitors injured after rare slip of Lord Balabhadra in Puri
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Seven servitors injured after rare slip of Lord Balabhadra in Puri

New Indian Express  

PURI: Seven servitors were injured during the ‘pahandi’ rituals when the ropes to control Lord Balabhadra’s movement loosened, causing the deity to fall on the slanting ladders, in what was a rare mishap, here on Tuesday. However, the ropes on the back to control movement of the deity on the ladder came undone causing Lord Balabhadra to fall on the …

Jagannath Rath Yatra: 'Rath Yatra is going on successfully,' Says Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagannath Rath Yatra: 'Rath Yatra is going on successfully,' Says Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja

ABP News  

Following the commencement of Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra on July 7, Odisha Chief Secretary affirmed that the Rath Yatra is going on successfully and arrangements for medical and water facilities have been made for the devotees. The Jagannath Rath Yatra, also known as the Chariot Festival, is a major Hindu festival celebrated primarily in Puri, Odisha, India. It commemorates the …

President Murmu joins around 1.5 million devotees in Puri Rath Yatra
5 months, 2 weeks ago

President Murmu joins around 1.5 million devotees in Puri Rath Yatra

Hindustan Times  

Around 1.5 million devotees from across the country thronged the temple town of Puri in Odisha to pull the three wooden chariots carrying Lord Jagannath and his siblings on the main thoroughfare as the historic Rath Yatra began on Sunday. Servitors, devotees and police personnel first pulled Taladhwaja chariot of Lord Balabhadra towards Srigundicha temple on the Grand Road amid …

Annual Ratha Yatra begins at Puri Jagannath Temple in Odisha
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Annual Ratha Yatra begins at Puri Jagannath Temple in Odisha

Hindustan Times  

The annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra began in the temple town of Puri in Odisha on Sunday morning with the three deities set to embark on their journey to the Sri Gundicha temple for a nine-day sojourn. Puri district collector Siddharth Swain said for the first time in 53 years, the …

Rath Yatra: Puri witnesses Grand spectacle of Lords’ sojourn
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rath Yatra: Puri witnesses Grand spectacle of Lords’ sojourn

New Indian Express  

PURI: The Grand Road at Puri, the venue for Lord Jagannath, Maa Subhadra and Lord Balabhadra's Rath Yatra, turned into a sea of devotees on Sunday, with pilgrims from all across the country arriving in the city to witness the Lords’ annual sojourn to Gundicha temple. With this being the first Rath Yatra organised by the BJP after coming to …

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024: 'Pahandi' ritual of deities begins, President Murmu attends celebrations
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024: 'Pahandi' ritual of deities begins, President Murmu attends celebrations

India TV News  

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024: The ceremonial 'Pahandi' ritual of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra commenced today. Puri Superintendent of Police Pinak Mishra spoke about the chariot festival, saying, "Today we are celebrating the world-famous Rath Yatra of Lord Sri Jagannath. Chariot Festival celebrations During the Yatra, the deities Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and his sister Subhadra …

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: President Murmu to attend in Odisha's Puri on July 7
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: President Murmu to attend in Odisha's Puri on July 7

Hindustan Times  

President Droupadi Murmu will attend the annual Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri on Sunday, July 7. All you need to know about Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra - The Ratha Yatra of Puri, also known as the Ratha Jatra, is renowned as the oldest and largest Hindu chariot festival. - This year's Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra holds special significance …

Rath Yatra 2024: Why Lord Jagannath Is Believed To Fall Ill 15 Days Before The Festival
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rath Yatra 2024: Why Lord Jagannath Is Believed To Fall Ill 15 Days Before The Festival

News 18  

Every year, the Jagannath Rath Yatra is held in Puri, Odisha, on the second day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadh, attracting thousands of devotees. Interestingly, 15 days before the commencement of this yatra, the guardian of the world, Lord Jagannath, is believed to fall ill. To understand why this happens and the mythological story behind it, Bhopal …

What is the Significance of Four Doors Opening of Jagannath Temple in Puri, Why was it a Poll Issue?
6 months, 1 week ago

What is the Significance of Four Doors Opening of Jagannath Temple in Puri, Why was it a Poll Issue?

News 18  

The BJP won big in Odisha in both the Lok Sabha as well as assembly elections, decimating the Biju Janata Dal that ruled the state for almost a quarter of a century. In its electoral promise, the BJP had said it will open all four gates of Puri’s Jagannath Temple for devotees once it came to power. Why the Temple …

7 lesser-known facts about Jagannath Puri temple you must know
7 months ago

7 lesser-known facts about Jagannath Puri temple you must know

India TV News  

The Jagannath Temple located in Puri, Odisha, India, is one of the most famous Hindu temples in India. Dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of Lord Vishnu, the Jagannath temple is an important destination for millions of Hindus and holds prominence during the Rath Yatra festival that is held every year. On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also offered prayers …

Fact Check: 2023 Photo From Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Falsely Linked To Ayodhya Ram Mandir Ceremony
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Fact Check: 2023 Photo From Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Falsely Linked To Ayodhya Ram Mandir Ceremony

ABP News  

The Verdict: An old photo of devotees participating in Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, has been linked to the consecration of Ram temple in Ayodhya. Contrary to these viral claims, however, the photo in question shows devotees at the 2023 Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, Odisha, and is not related to the Ayodhya Ram temple event. …

Jagannath temple servitor who suffered injuries during Rath Yatra dies
1 year, 5 months ago

Jagannath temple servitor who suffered injuries during Rath Yatra dies

Deccan Chronicle  

BHUBANESWAR: A servitor of Lord Jagannath who had sustained injuries during the Car Festival died while undergoing treatment at AIIMS in Bhubaneswar on Thursday. The victim had sustained serious injuries when a rope of Lord Balabhadra’s Taladhwaja chariot snapped near Market Chhak while it was being pulled by the devotees on the occasion of Bahuda Yatra, the last day of …

Lord Jagannath’s return car festival begins in Puri
1 year, 5 months ago

Lord Jagannath’s return car festival begins in Puri

The Hindu  

Amid chants of ‘Jai Jagannath’ and beating of cymbals, Lord Jagannath’s ‘Bahuda Yatra’ or return car festival began in the pilgrim town on June 28. The sibling deities — Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhdara and Lord Jagannath — were escorted to their respective chariots from Gundicha Temple in a ceremonial ‘Dhadi Pahandi’, marking the beginning of the Lord’s return journey or …

Bahuda Rath Yatra set to begin from Gundicha Temple to Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri
1 year, 5 months ago

Bahuda Rath Yatra set to begin from Gundicha Temple to Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri

Hindustan Times  

The Bahuda Rath Yatra or the 'Return Car Festival' is set to begin on Wednesday, from Gundicha Temple to Jagannath Temple in Puri, on the 9th day of Jagannath Rath Yatra. Bahuda Rath Yatra set to begin from Gundicha Temple to Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri Throngs of devotees gathered from all over the country and abroad and danced and …

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2023: The history of the famous Chariot festival explained
1 year, 6 months ago

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2023: The history of the famous Chariot festival explained

Firstpost  

Lord Jagannath is all set to commence on a nine-day Rath Yatra with his siblings – Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra – in Odisha’s Puri today. This annual procession takes the holy trinity on a three-km journey from the Jagannath temple to their ‘aunt’s home’ at Gundicha temple Lord Jagannath is all set to commence on a nine-day Rath Yatra …

Majestic 9-day Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath begins in Odisha's Puri
1 year, 6 months ago

Majestic 9-day Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath begins in Odisha's Puri

Deccan Chronicle  

PURI: The nine-day Rath Yatra festival of Lord Jagannath began on a colourful note on Tuesday with over 10 lakh devotees from across different parts of the country and abroad thronging the pilgrim city Puri to pull the chariots of the deities. As scheduled by the Jagannath Temple administration, the deities were brought on the chariots in Pahandi or procession …

Jagannath Yatra 2023: Members of Muslim community welcome procession in Ahmedabad- WATCH
1 year, 6 months ago

Jagannath Yatra 2023: Members of Muslim community welcome procession in Ahmedabad- WATCH

India TV News  

Jagannath Yatra 2023: The 146th Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath was held on Tuesday morning in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. 3D mapping technology for security The Gujarat Police for the first time in the Rath Yatra used 3D mapping technology to monitor the entire route and also deployed anti-drone technology to ensure no unauthorised drones are used during the event, as per …

Watch: 'Nabajouban Darshan' performed day before Jagannath Yatra
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: 'Nabajouban Darshan' performed day before Jagannath Yatra

Hindustan Times  

Chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra were taken out of the ‘Rathakhala’ on Grand Road and to 'Singhadwar' of Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, a day before the Rath Yatra on Tuesday. Chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra ahead of the Rath Yatra festival, in Puri, Monday, June 19, 2023. SJTA chief administrator Ranjan …

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2023: Wishes And Messages That You Can Share With Your Loved Ones
1 year, 6 months ago

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2023: Wishes And Messages That You Can Share With Your Loved Ones

ABP News  

Lord Jagannath is one of Hinduism's most revered deities. The Rath Yatra, or chariot festival, is one of the most important Hindu festivals. The Rath Yatra is a 10-day festival that commemorates the annual journey of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and their sister Subhadra, from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple. There are numerous legends and myths surrounding …

Odisha: Lord Jagannath temple gets 6-month-old servitor
1 year, 6 months ago

Odisha: Lord Jagannath temple gets 6-month-old servitor

Deccan Chronicle  

PURI : A six-month-old boy named Swastik Dutta Mohapatra has officially been enlisted as the servitor of the Srimandir, the abode of Lord Jagannath, in Odisha’s pilgrim city Puri. As per the tradition, just like the kids of servitors get inducted into Daitapati Nijog, a different sect priests, — the kids of Dutta Mohapatra servitors sect too enter the Srimandir …

7 Lakh People Throng Puri to Celebrate Ratha Jatra After 2 Years
2 years, 5 months ago

7 Lakh People Throng Puri to Celebrate Ratha Jatra After 2 Years

News 18  

Cries of ‘Jai Jagannath’ rent the air as devotees pulled the chariots of Lord Jagannath and his two divine siblings in this sea-side pilgrim town where around seven lakh people have gathered to celebrate the Ratha Jatra festival on Friday. The gigantic chariots Taladwaja, Darpadalan and Nadighosh carrying Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath respectively started their journey from …

Rath Yatra 2022: Million devotees throng temple town of Puri to pull Lord Jagannath's chariot
2 years, 5 months ago

Rath Yatra 2022: Million devotees throng temple town of Puri to pull Lord Jagannath's chariot

Hindustan Times  

Rath Yatra 2022: Million devotees throng temple town of Puri to pull Lord Jagannath's chariot Vibrant colours, enthusiastic faces, crowded shops, and cheery craftspeople are just a few of the highlights of Rath Yatra in. Vibrant colours, enthusiastic faces, crowded shops, and cheery craftspeople are just a few of the highlights of Rath Yatra in Puri, the popular Chariot celebration …

Puri: Jagannath Yatra begins with devotees after a hiatus of two years
2 years, 5 months ago

Puri: Jagannath Yatra begins with devotees after a hiatus of two years

Hindustan Times  

Around a million devotees from across the country congregated at Puri on Friday to attend the Jagannath Rath Yatra. The Rath Yatra was held in Puri without devotees for the last two years following a Supreme Court directive on likelihood of spread of Covid infection due to large scale congregation. Rath Yatra was held in Puri without devotees for last …

For Jagannath Yatra, Puri all decked up to witness sea of humanity after 2 years
2 years, 5 months ago

For Jagannath Yatra, Puri all decked up to witness sea of humanity after 2 years

Hindustan Times  

Enthusiasm is palpable in Odisha’s Puri, which is all decked up as the Jagannath Yatra starts on Friday. Jagannath Yatra: Chariot of Lord Jagannath being pulled towards the Singhdwar, ahead of the Rath Yatra festival, in Puri, The annual Rath Yatra of the holy trinity - Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath - is taking place with full public …

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022 starts today: Thousands gather at Puri temple to see chariots & seek blessings
2 years, 5 months ago

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022 starts today: Thousands gather at Puri temple to see chariots & seek blessings

India TV News  

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022: Odisha's Puri where Puri Jagannath Temple is situated saw thousands of devotees gathered to see the holy chariots and seek the blessings of the almighty. The devotees from all across the country have arrived for the sibling deities- Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath's ceremonial Rath Yatra. A few enthusiastic visitors were The Ratha Yatra, …

Odisha: Jagannath Puri Is Ready For Rath Yatra 2022, Elaborate Arrangements In Place In Temple Town
2 years, 5 months ago

Odisha: Jagannath Puri Is Ready For Rath Yatra 2022, Elaborate Arrangements In Place In Temple Town

ABP News  

With Rath Yatra celebrations resuming after a Covid-imposed hiatus of two years, devotees from across the country are arriving in the pilgrim town of Jagannath Puri. The Odisha Police claims to have made elaborate arrangements to provide "security and service" to the devotees coming to the coastal town for the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings on …

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022: Significance, important dates, full schedule and rituals of Puri's divine Yatra
2 years, 5 months ago

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022: Significance, important dates, full schedule and rituals of Puri's divine Yatra

India TV News  

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2022: It is a call for all religious people as the Jagannath Rath Yatra is about to begin in Puri, Odisha. The three main idols, Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra will appear for the Rath Yatra on July 1. As the public will be allowed to witness the Rath Yatra after a gap of two years, lakhs of …

Puri Jagananth Temple to Remain Open for Devotees from 5.30 am Till 9.30 pm; to Be Shut on Dec 31, Jan 1
3 years ago

Puri Jagananth Temple to Remain Open for Devotees from 5.30 am Till 9.30 pm; to Be Shut on Dec 31, Jan 1

News 18  

The Shree Jagannath Temple here will remain open for devotees from 5.30 am to 9.30 pm from Thursday, marking the beginning of “Pahili Bhoga” rituals of the sibling deities in the 12th century shrine. During the period from Dhanu Sankranti to Makara Sankranti of Odia calendar a special bhoga known as “Pahili Bhoga” is offered to the deities along with …

Gujarat: Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra carried out amid COVID restrictions, watch stunning visuals
3 years, 5 months ago

Gujarat: Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra carried out amid COVID restrictions, watch stunning visuals

Op India  

Lord Jagannath, His brother Balbhadra and sister Subhadra are taking a tour of Ahmedabad city, giving blessings to their devotees on the 144th Rath Yatra. The entire journey from the temple in Jamalpur to the Lord’s maternal home in Saraspur is full of celebrations with devotees singing devotional songs, dancing garba and carrying out various stunts. #WATCH | Gujarat: Union …

Lord Jagannath's Puri Rath Yatra 2021 to be held on next week: Check out date and entire schedule
3 years, 5 months ago

Lord Jagannath's Puri Rath Yatra 2021 to be held on next week: Check out date and entire schedule

India Today  

Puri Rath Yatra 2021: The world-famous Puri Rath Yatra 2021 also known as the Chariot festival is a yearly event that is all set to commence in the coming week. Read on to know the entire schedule of Lord Jagannath's Puri Rath Yatra in 2021. Puri Rath Yatra 2021: Date and tithi The Jagannath Temple is one of the four …

Puri Ratha Yatra 2021: All you need to know
3 years, 6 months ago

Puri Ratha Yatra 2021: All you need to know

India Today  

Puri Ratha Yatra 2021: Ratha Yatra, also known as Jagannath Rath Yatra, is an important festival of Hindus that is organized each year at the famous Jagannatha temple in Puri, Odisha. Puri Ratha Yatra 2021: Date Jagannatha literally means Lord of the Universe. Puri Ratha Yatra 2021: Tithi The Dwitiya Tithi begins at 07:47 on Jul 11, 2021, and ends …

Puri Rath Yatra: Construction of chariots for Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra begins
3 years, 7 months ago

Puri Rath Yatra: Construction of chariots for Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra begins

India TV News  

The construction of three chariots of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra has began in Puri. At the end of Rath Yatra celebrations, the three chariots are dismantled and the wood, considered sacred, is auctioned. Ahead of this, the Chandan Yatra of Lord Jagannath began on Saturday, marking thebeginning of the construction of Raths for the annual Rath Yatra scheduled to take …

Puri Jagannath temple to remain closed for public till June 15 as COVID cases rise
3 years, 7 months ago

Puri Jagannath temple to remain closed for public till June 15 as COVID cases rise

India TV News  

Keeping in view the surge of COVID-19 cases in Odisha and also in Puri, the authorities of the temple of Lord Jagannath in the pilgrim town on Sunday announced that the 12th century shrine would remain out of bounds for the public till June 15. The Shree Jagannatha Temple Administration made the decision to keep the temple closed for people …

Puri Temple Observes Nagarjuna Besha of Lord Jagannath and Siblings After 26 Years
4 years ago

Puri Temple Observes Nagarjuna Besha of Lord Jagannath and Siblings After 26 Years

News 18  

Nagarjuna Besha 2020 | Lord Jagannath Temple located in Odisha’s Puri is famous as being the only temple dedicated to this avatar of Lord Krishna, sitting along with siblings Lord Balarama and Goddess Subhadra. In one of the rarest of the rarest happenings, the temple priests are holding the Nagarjuna Besha for Lord Jagannath and his siblings on Friday. Nagarjuna …

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