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Puri Superintendent of Police Pinak Mishra said that their investigation into the case is in the last stage, and they were also probing who recorded a video clip showing the injured girl saying something that went viral on Sunday.

BJD, Congress raise questions on Odisha Police claims of ‘no one involved’ in Puri girl death: 'Foul play'

BJD leader Pramila Mallik alleged that the state police from day one have been attempting to "shield" the culprits suspected to be members of the ruling party (BJP).

15-yr-old girl set on fire by miscreants in Puri, dies in AIIMS Delhi, says Odisha CM; police claims no other person involved

The girl was set on fire by three unknown people on the morning of July 19 on the banks of river Bhargavi in Puri district.

This Might Be the Best Time to Visit Odisha as It Gears Up for the Puri Rath Yatra: Here’s Your Travel Guide

Experience the Puri Rath Yatra 2025 in Odisha—India’s grandest spiritual festival. Discover top things to do, travel tips, and the full event calendar.

Gundicha Temple Repairs Set for Completion Ahead of Rath Yatra 2025 in Puri

Gundicha Temple in Puri is being restored with Khondalite stonework, new info centres, and LED displays—set to be ready before Rath Yatra 2025 to enhance pilgrim experience.

Priest serves Puri's Jagannath temple 'Mahaprasad' on dining table. Viral video sparks row

Responding to the video, Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) reminded devotees that the sacred Mahaprasad must be eaten on the ground, upholding centuries-old traditions and urging respect.

Oil minister Puri urges automobile companies to produce E100-compatible vehicles

Speaking at India Bio Energy & Tech Expo, the oil minister said the government is actively collaborating with the automobile industry to develop vehicles compatible with ethanol.

Exploration and production to unleash $100-bn investment opportunity by 2030: Oil minister Puri

The minister also highlighted that, as of now, 10 percent of the country’s sedimentary blocks are under exploration. Following the completion of the 10th Open Acreage Licensing Program (OALP) round, 16 percent would come under exploration, Puri said

Puri Election Result: BJP's Sambit Patra set to win against BJD's Arup Patnaik

In 2019, BJD won the Puri Lok Sabha seat with its candidate Pinaki Misra defeating BJP’s Sambit Patra.

Sambit Patra apologises for Jaganath Devotee Gaffe; Lord will remove BJP from power, says Sanjay Singh

BJP candidate from Puri Lok Sabha seat, Sambit Patra apologised for his 'Mahaprabhu is devotee of PM Modi' remarks following backlash. AAP's Sanjay Singh says that Lord Jagannath will give a befitting reply to their arrogance by removing BJP from the Centre

Crude price hike singes India less than other countries: Oil minister Puri

Speaking at CNN-News18’s Town Hall, Puri said, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) took a hit to protect consumers and have left diesel and petrol prices unchanged for over a year now.

Puri gears up for mega Rath Yatra on June 20

Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) chief administrator Ranjan Kumar Das said it is expecting a congregation of around 10 lakh people in Puri on June 20.

SC quashes illegal land acquisition for Vedanta University project in Odisha

The court has also imposed a cost of Rs. Five lakhs on Anil Agarwal Foundation, which was supposed to establish the university, for pursuing the litigation for over a decade.

Two devotees injured in stampede-like situation in Puri Jagannath temple

The incident took place as a large number of people congregated near the Lion's Gate before it was opened for devotees.

JP Nadda on two-day visit to Odisha

JP Nadda, who is on a maiden trip to Odisha as the BJP president, went straight to the party’s state headquarters, in a massive bike rally.

Fire at kitchen store of Puri's Jagannath temple

The temple employees doused the blaze with the help of fire services personnel, officials said.

In Pics | Puri's Jagannath Rath Yatra celebration begins

The nine-day rath yatra of Lord Jagannath begins on July 1 in Odisha's Puri. Similar yatras will be taken out in other parts of the country. Odisha police have made top-notch security arrangements keeping the crowd at the festival in mind.

Bengal tourist among 3 found omicron-positive in Puri, hotel declared micro-containment zone

One of the patients is a tourist from West Bengal, while the other two are staff members of the hotel, they said.

Foundation stone laid for Rs 331crore heritage corridor project in Odisha's Puri

The foundation stone for the 'Srimandir Parikrama' project was laid on the culmination of the three-day-long "Mahayajna" near the boundary wall of Lord Jagannath temple amid chanting of 'slokas' by priests of the 'Shrotriya' Brahmin community as 'Jai Jagannath' intonations rented the air.

Odisha| Puri's Jagannath temple reopens for public after 4 months

Devotees coming from outside Puri are needed to produce complete vaccination certificates or COVID-negative reports obtained through RT-PCR test conducted within 96 hours.

How Puri became the first Indian city to have 24-hour quality tap water facility

Naveen Patnaik’s Mission Drink from Tap, under the Sujal scheme, aims to provide quality drinking water to urban areas in Odisha. For the rural areas, there is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Swajal scheme. The mission in the temple town will also reduce plastic waste considerably.

Puri first Indian city to achieve 24/7 quality drinking water supply

The initiative to provide water supply adhering to "Quality Standards of IS 10500" will benefit the city’s 2.5- lakh population and 2 crore tourists who visit the holy place annually, he said.

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2021 | Devotees to be barred this year too, only fully vaccinated servitors allowed

Noting that devotees will be able to witness the programmes live on television and webcasts, the official further said that the nine-day long car festival will commence as per schedule.

We welcome Supreme Court judgement giving the go-ahead for Central Vista Project: Hardeep Singh Puri

Central Govt has always been sensitive to environmental concerns and will continue to adhere to the highest standards during the period of construction, Puri said.

Jagannath Temple reopens for everyone, devotees to carry COVID negative report

The authorities have released guidelines for those visiting the temple. The devotees have to mandatorily wear masks, sanitise their hands, and maintain social distancing.