Puri, June 30 (UDN): A young woman was found dead in a hotel swimming pool on Chakratirtha Road in Puri on Monday, prompting allegations of foul play from her family and an ongoing police investigation. Preliminary reports state that the deceased had come to the hotel along with another woman to perform as a dancer at a private bachelor party event. Her body was later…
Devotees Gather at Alarnath Temple as Lord Jagannath Enters Anasara
Brahmagiri (Puri), June 30 (UDN): Thousands of devotees converged at the Alarnath Temple in Brahmagiri on Tuesday as the annual Anasara period of Lord Jagannath commenced following the Snana Purnima rituals at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri. According to temple tradition, Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra remain in seclusion at the Anasara Ghara for a fortnight after the ceremonial Snana Purnima, as they…
Six Fishermen Saved as Indian Coast Guard Battles Rough Seas in Rescue Near Mangaluru
Mangaluru, June 30: In a swift and courageous response at sea, the Indian Coast Guard successfully rescued six fishermen from the distressed fishing vessel IFB Manju Matha off the coast of Mangaluru on Monday evening. The emergency unfolded when the Coast Guard Ship ICGS Sachet received a distress call at around 1600 hrs from a fishing vessel located approximately 33 nautical miles off the Suratkal coast.…
Firecracker Blast Triggers Fire at Jatra Pandal in Berhampur
Berhampur, June 30, 2026: A fire broke out during a Jatra (folk theatre) performance at Lanjia on the outskirts of Berhampur late Monday night after a sudden firecracker explosion triggered a blaze at the venue. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred around 2:30 AM during a two-party Ramayan-based drama when firecrackers stored for the performance unexpectedly exploded. The blast led to a fire that…
Residents Protest Prolonged Power Outage, Gherao TPWODL Office in Sundargarh
Sundargarh, June 30 (UDN): Frustration boiled over in Odisha’s Sundargarh district as residents of Dalki and Bhadarpur villages under Kuarmunda block staged a protest and gheraoed the TPWODL office over a prolonged power outage that has disrupted normal life for more than 20 days. The extended electricity disruption has severely affected households, students, farmers, and small businesses, forcing residents to endure significant hardship. Despite repeated…
Early Morning Blaze Ravages Bhubaneswar’s Unit-2 Market, Over 15 Shops Destroyed
Bhubaneswar, June 30 (UDN): An early morning fire swept through the Unit-2 Market Building in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, reducing more than 15 shops to ashes and causing extensive damage to commercial establishments. The fire reportedly broke out around 5:00 a.m. in a garment shop and spread swiftly to neighbouring outlets due to the interconnected structure of the market and the presence of highly flammable materials,…
Devotees Flock to Alarnath Temple as Lord Jagannath Enters Anasara Period
Brahmagiri, June 30: Thousands of devotees gathered at the revered Alarnath Temple in Brahmagiri on Tuesday as Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra entered the sacred Anasara period following the Snana Purnima rituals at the Jagannath Temple in Puri. According to tradition, the deities remain in seclusion at the Anasara Ghara for a fortnight after the ceremonial bathing ritual, during which they are believed to recuperate…
Puri Dispatches Sacred Chariot-Making Materials to Tribeni Jagannath Temple, Strengthening the Spiritual Bond Between the Two Holy Shrines
Belaguntha, June 30 {UDN}:The Jagannath Temple Administration in Puri has provided essential chariot materials for the newly constructed chariot of Lord Jagannath at Tribeni Sangam, located under Benipalli Panchayat in Belaguntha Block. For the past 34 years, Lord Jagannath at Tribeni Sangam did not have a dedicated chariot for the annual Rath Yatra. This year, after decades of anticipation, a grand new chariot has been…
Self-Reliant Youth, Prosperous Odisha’ Convention Held in Jharsuguda to Inspire Entrepreneurship, Skill Development, and Employment Opportunities for Young Aspirants
Jharsuguda, June 30 {UDN}: A Panchayat Samiti-level “Self-Reliant Youth, Prosperous Odisha Convention” was held on Monday at the MCL Auditorium in Jharsuguda, bringing together government officials, youth, beneficiaries, and members of the public to promote employment, skill development, and entrepreneurship. Jharsuguda MLA Tankadhar Tripathy, who attended as the chief guest, inaugurated the programme by lighting the ceremonial lamp. In his address, he urged young people…
Health Department Fully Prepared to Ensure Round-the-Clock Emergency Medical Services and Comprehensive Healthcare Support During Puri Rath Yatra
Puri, June 30 {UDN}: During the meeting, a comprehensive review of medical preparedness, emergency response systems, ambulance deployment, hospital readiness, and other healthcare arrangements was conducted. Officials were instructed to further strengthen all healthcare facilities so that pilgrims receive uninterrupted, prompt, and efficient medical assistance throughout the festival. The Health Department reaffirmed its commitment to providing seamless healthcare services and maintaining effective coordination to ensure…