“Odisha is poised for a transformational leap in industrial growth, further cementing its status as a premier investment hub,” said the Industries department in a statement.

ROURKELA: In a tragic incident, a 12-year-old boy was charred to death after a fire broke out in the enclosure of a Durga puja mandap at Telephone Bhawan within Sector 7 police limits here on Tuesday.

The importance of this fast was explained to King Yudhishthira by Lord Krishna himself and mentioned in the Bhavishyottara Purana. According to the legend, sage Medhavi was an ardent devotee of ...

Chaitra Navratri 2025: The first day of Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, the first form of Maa Durga. (FE) Navratri 2025 Date, Time: On the occasion of Chaitra Navratri ...

By following the correct rituals and performing the puja at the right time, devotees can ensure the successful invocation of Goddess Shakti’s blessings for health, wealth, and prosperity.

Sandhi Puja: On the eighth day, or Ashtami, Sandhi Puja is performed at the juncture of Ashtami and Navami Tithi. Kanya Pujan: Many devotees observe Kanya Pujan, a ritual where young girls ...

A sacred thread or mouli is tied around it. It is placed in the puja area of a clean area in your home where you will be worshipping goddess Durga during Navratri. A clay pot or an earthen ...

Chaitra Navratri puja vidhi involves a series of rituals and practices to worship Goddess Durga and her nine forms. Here's a step-by-step guide: Begin by purifying yourself with a bath and wearing ...

After Mohanlal’s visit, Mammootty’s birth name, Muhammed Kutty, and his birth star ‘Visakham’ were written on a puja offering receipt which went viral. According to the report, the receipt ...

1. Begin your day with an early morning bath. 2. Clean your home, especially the puja area where the altar will be set. 3. Place an idol of Vishnu along with a Shree Yantra to represent Lakshmi.

Nitya puja 8:00 AM Doors open (evening) 1:00 PM Temple door closed for cooked offerings to the goddess 2:30 PM Temple door reopens 5:15 PM Closing of the temple door for the night aarati of ...

A devastating fire at a Durga Puja pandal in Rourkela, Sundargarh district, claimed a young boy's life. Officials are investigating the cause while emphasizing improved safety measures. A ...