Puri, June 29 (UDN): In a bid to ensure foolproof security and effective crowd management during the Deva Snana Purnima festivities, the administration has deployed a total of 432 CCTV cameras across Puri for round-the-clock surveillance. Representational image The extensive surveillance network has been installed at strategic locations, including the Jagannath Temple vicinity, Snana Mandap, Grand Road, major entry and exit points, parking areas, and…
Sacred Tahia crowns of Jagannath Trinity illuminate Puri’s Rath Yatra tradition
The Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri is one of the most spiritually powerful and visually enchanting festivals in the world. At the centre of this grand celebration is the sacred Tahia—the beautifully crafted ceremonial crown worn by Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra as they embark on their annual journey from the Jagannath Temple. The Tahia is far more than an ornament.…
Telangana Junior Basketball League Wraps Up Historic Inaugural Edition with Four Champions Crowned
Hyderabad, June 29: The 10-day maiden edition of the Telangana Junior Basketball League TJBL, the first-of-its-kind franchise-based junior basketball league in India, concluded on an exciting and memorable note late Sunday night at the Kotla Vijayabhaskar Reddy Indoor Stadium KVRIS, Yousufguda, Hyderabad. The inaugural league, which brought together the finest young basketball talent from across Telangana, witnessed intense competition, enthusiastic fan support, and outstanding individual…
Deva Snana Purnima (Snana Yatra): When Lord Jagannath Steps Into the Open Sky
Every year in Puri, Odisha, something extraordinary happens—something that feels less like ritual and more like a divine homecoming. On the full moon day of Jyeshtha, the massive gates of the sacred Jagannath Temple open in a way they do only once a year for this occasion. The air becomes thick with chants, conch shells, and the restless anticipation of thousands of devotees waiting for…
Massive Influx of Devotees Witnessed in Puri on Deva Snana Purnima
Puri, June 29 (UDN): The holy city of Puri witnessed an unprecedented surge of devotees on the occasion of Deva Snana Purnima, as lakhs of pilgrims thronged Srikshetra to witness the sacred Snana Yatra of Lord Jagannath and the sibling deities. Representational image The influx of devotees turned the Grand Road and surrounding areas into a sea of humanity, with devotees packed shoulder to shoulder.…
Saanvi Lalwani to Mesmerise Audiences with Bharatanatyam Arangetram “Nruthyasammohana” in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, June 29: Natanam Institute of Dance is proud to present “Nruthyasammohana”, the Bharatanatyam Arangetram of Kum. Saanvi Lalwani, daughter of Smt. Pratibha Lalwani and Shri Sheetal Lalwani, on Saturday, 4 July 2026, at 5:15 PM at Bangalore Gayana Samaja, near Makkala Koota, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. A dedicated disciple of Guru Acharya Dr. Raksha Karthik, Director of Natanam Institute of Dance, Saanvi’s Arangetram marks a significant milestone in her artistic journey. Her debut performance is the culmination of years of rigorous training, unwavering discipline, and deep commitment to the rich traditions of Bharatanatyam. A…
Deva Snana Purnima Celebrated with Religious Fervour in Puri
Puri, June 29 (UDN): The holy town of Puri witnessed an overwhelming influx of devotees on the occasion of Deva Snana Purnima, one of the most significant rituals associated with Lord Jagannath. As per tradition, Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Sudarshan were ceremonially brought to the Snana Mandap, where they were bathed with 108 pitchers of aromatic and sanctified water drawn from the…
Prestige Group powers Bengaluru’s largest private green commitment, adopts 1.25 lakh native saplings towards One Million Tree Mission
Bengaluru, June 29 : Reinforcing one of the largest private environmental commitments made to Bengaluru, Prestige Group has adopted 1.25 lakh native saplings under the Government of Karnataka and Bengaluru Development Authority’s Bengaluru Urban Ecological Restoration Mission. The initiative represents a major milestone in the Group’s ambitious Prestige Green Promise – One Million Trees for Bengaluru, reaffirming its commitment to creating a greener, healthier and more climate-resilient city. Highlights of the Prestige initiative: 1.25 lakh native saplings adopted 25 acres under restoration 3-year maintenance commitment One Million Trees for Bengaluru. Prestige Supports Karnataka Government’s 15 lakh native tree mission The Group has undertaken…
Swati Organises Mental Health Awareness Programme in Kandhamal to Promote Emotional Well-Being and Community Support
Phulbani, June 29 {UDN}:: Leading voluntary organisation Swati organised a mental health awareness camp in Kandhamal district on Monday to promote awareness about mental well-being and encourage community support for people living with mental illnesses. Speakers at the programme stressed the need for collective efforts to identify individuals suffering from mental health disorders, provide them with proper care and treatment, and help them reintegrate into…
Chief Minister’s Livestock Prosperity Scheme Empowers Women Through New Livelihood Opportunities, Strengthening Their Role in Mainstream Society
Bhubaneswar, June 29 {UDN}: Women are being empowered and integrated into the mainstream of society through new livelihood opportunities under the Chief Minister’s Livestock Prosperity Scheme. The success of the Maa Ghanteswari Self-Help Group in Keonjhar district is a shining example of the scheme’s impact. By establishing a goat farming enterprise, the group’s members have significantly increased their income, built a strong identity for themselves,…