As millions of devotees from across India and abroad converge in Puri, attention also turns to the Jagannath Temple itself, which is an architectural marvel steeped in mystery. 

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Religious fervour gripped the holy city of Puri as rituals commenced with pomp and gaiety for the Bahuda Yatra or the return car festival of Lord Jagannath and siblings Subhadra and Balabhadra on Monday. Watch in for more details!

Odisha: Lord Jagannath's 'Bahuda Yatra' celebrated with gaiety in Puri

Join us on this exciting episode of Wings, where we embark on a journey through Odisha's vibrant culture and dive into a world of fascinating global festivals! Experience the charm of Odisha with a stay at the luxurious Lyfe Hotel in Bhubaneswar. Delight in traditional Odissi cuisine served on silver plates, offering a royal dining experience. We visit Raghurajpur, the famous artist's village, where local artisans create stunning Pattachitra paintings and other handicrafts, preserving ancient art forms, and visited the millennia old Udaygiri caves in Bhubaneswar. Explore Odisha's Puri for an immersive experience of the Rath Yatra, a grand chariot festival that draws millions of devotees. Witness the spiritual fervor as hundreds of Hare Krishna devotees gather in Hungary for the annual Festival of Chariots, celebrating with vibrant processions and devotional music. Discover the serene yet challenging Amarnath Yatra, a pilgrimage to the sacred Amarnath Cave in the Himalayas. Head to Ingai, Brazil, where the St John the Baptist bonfire festival lights up the night with joyous celebrations, traditional dances, and vibrant bonfires, marking a significant cultural event in the region. Feel the electrifying atmosphere at the iconic Glastonbury Festival in the United Kingdom, where music lovers from around the world gather for unforgettable performances. Experience the soulful rhythms of the Gnaoua Music Festival in Morocco, celebrating the rich heritage of Gnaoua music. Join thousands of revelers at Brazil’s Parintins Folklore Festival, a dazzling display of music, dance, and folklore traditions. Conclude with a visit to Kyrgyzstan's National Carpet Festival, where exquisite handmade carpets are showcased, celebrating the country’s rich textile heritage. Don't miss this captivating episode of Wings, where culture, tradition, and festivals come alive! Subscribe now and join us on this global adventure.

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All in the state of Odisha in India all four Gates of the Puri's famous Jagannath temple have been reopened for devotees. The Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and his Council of ministers visited the temple and offered prayers before Lord Jagannath.

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Odisha's newly sworn-in BJP government fulfilled one of its election promises in its first few days and reopened Shree Jagannath Temple's all four gates in Puri on Thursday (June 13).

Odisha's new BJP government keeps its promise, opens all four gates of Jagannath Temple in Puri

Mohan Charan Majhi was sworn in as the Odisha's new Chief Minister yesterday. He chaired his first Cabinet meeting and approved a proposal to re-open all four gates of Shree Jagannath Temple. Watch this video for all details.

New BJP government in Odisha opens all four gates of Puri Jagannath temple

Mohan Charan Manjhi was sworn in as the Odisha's new Chief Minister yesterday. He chaired his first Cabinet meeting and approved a proposal to re-open all four gates of Shree Jagannath Temple. Watch this video for all details.

BJP government in Odisha opens all 4 gates of Puri Jagannath temple

The Ram Mandir consecration ceremony will take place on January 22 in Ayodhya. While several politicians, movie stars and sports personalities will attend the grand celebrations, the four shankaracharyas will not be present for the ceremony.

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Millions of Hindu devotees converged in the Indian city of Puri city to participate in the Jagannath Rath Yatra. It is a chariot celebration of Lord Jagannath and is being held for the first time in person since the pandemic.

Millions throng for first in-person Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra since pandemic

Indian Supreme Court has decided to allow the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri district of Odisha to take place after the Centre moved the SC on Monday. "The tradition of centuries may not be stopped," the Centre said, asking to allow the yatra without public participation.

Rath yatra: Supreme Court allows Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday chaired a high-level state committee meeting and approved five welfare projects worth Rs 265 crore for Puri. The Infrastructure Development will be done under "Abhada Yojana" of the state government.

Odisha government approves project worth Rs 265 crore for Puri's development

By: Sanjay Mohapatra The Chandrabhaga beach in Puri district in east Indian state of Odisha has become the first in Asia to get the Blue Flag certification. The certification is given by Denmark-based Federation of Environment Education (FEE) to beaches which are environment-friendly, clean and equipped with amenities of international standards for tourists.

Puri beach becomes first in Asia to get Blue Flag tag

Around 160 people in Puri and three people in Bhubaneswar have been injured and are undergoing treatment in hospital, State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC, Odisha) said giving details of the damage caused by Cyclone Fani and steps taken to bring the situation back to normalcy.

Cyclone Fani: 160 injured in Puri, three in Bhubaneswar, says official

Telecom infrastructure restoration work is on in full swing in cyclone-hit Odisha, where mobile operators Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and Reliance Jio have operationalised over 930 base transceiver stations (BTSs), official sources said.

Cyclone Fani: Telecom firms operationalise over 900 base stations in Odisha; restoration work on

Reports claimed that Cyclone Fani to reach Assam & Bangladesh by today...

Cyclone Fani to reach Assam, Bangladesh by today

Watch How Cyclone Fani racked havoc in East India.

Cyclone Fani racked havoc in East India

Cyclone Fani has hit Odisha this morning and has started making its impact felt and now it is moving towards the Indian state of West BEngal. Watch full video to know more.

Cyclone Fani heading towards West Bengal

More than 200 trains and several flights have been cancelled as 'extremely severe' storm hit Odisha. Watch full video to know more.

Trains cancelled, rescuers on standby as Odisha, Bengal braces for Cyclone Fani

According to the IMD department the wind speed is expected to be between 170 and 180 km an hour, which can even reach up to 200 km at the time of landfall. Watch full video to know more.

Wind speed of Cyclone Fani expected to be between 170 and 180 km per hour

In view of cyclone storm Fani intensifying into a ‘Severe Cyclonic Storm’ over the south-east and adjoining south-west Bay of Bengal, the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) is on high alert to render necessary humanitarian assistance.

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India's Meteorological Department(IMD) in its latest update said Cyclone Fani had completely moved inland on Friday morning. The extremely severe Cyclonic Storm Fani is very likely to move north-northeastwards and weaken into a very severe cyclonic storm during the next 6 hours, IMD said.

After landfall, Cyclone Fani has moved inland into Odisha: IMD

Cyclone Fani made landfall at 8am on Friday close to Puri district in Odisha in eastern India, with the area recording wind speeds of 145 kilometres per hour, India's Metrological Department(IMD) said.

Cyclone Fani makes landfall near Puri in Odisha with wind speed of 180-200 kilometres per hour

India's Meteorological Department(IMD) said on Friday morning that the landfall impact of Cyclone Fani began two hours ago and is likely to last another three hours.

Landfall process of Cyclone Fani begins, likely to last another 3 hours: IMD

India's Metrological Department(IMD) in its latest update said Cyclone Fani was just 65 kilometres from Gopalpur and 80 kilometres from Puri in Odisha. The Cyclone Warning Division of the IMD said the wind speed of the 'extremely severe Cyclone Fani' could reach 200-230 kilometres when it makes the landfall in the afternoon.

Cyclone Fani 65 km from Gopalpur, 80 km away from Puri in Odisha: IMD

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