Puri Rath Yatra
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Speed News: PM Modi Flags Off India's First Hydrogen Train in Haryana
Originals | Jul 17, 2026, 07:15 PM ISTPM Modi flagged off India's first hydrogen train in Haryana. He also inaugurated Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway stretch. Further, Trump claimed Russia, China and Iran can influence U.S elections. Watch all the latest updates in today's Speed News.
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One dead, several injured in stampede-like situation during Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri
India | Jul 16, 2026, 07:35 PM ISTThe devotee reportedly collapsed after experiencing breathing difficulties during the annual Jagganath Rath Yatra in Puri city of Odisha, local media reported.
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PM Modi prays for prosperity of all on Rath Yatra, calls it expression of India's spiritual heritage
India | Jul 16, 2026, 09:22 AM ISTPM Modi said that the traditions associated with the Rath Yatra have inspired generations across India and the world and they embody humility, collective participation and selfless service.
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Indian Railways runs 300 trains for Puri Rath Yatra, 800 buses arranged to transport devotees
India | Jul 16, 2026, 07:43 AM ISTWhile the Indian Railways will run over 300 trains to Puri, the Odisha government has engaged around 800 buses to transport devotees from different districts for the Rath Yatra on Thursday.
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CCTV, crowd control, traffic management: Take a look at security arrangement for Puri Rath Yatra
India | Jul 16, 2026, 07:07 AM ISTOn security arrangements for the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra, Battula Gangadhar, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) for the Crime Branch said an integrated Command and Control Center has been established.
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Puri temple stampede: Odisha govt orders transfer of district collector, SP; two cops suspended
India | Jun 29, 2025, 02:51 PM ISTTerming the “negligence” leading to the stampede as “unpardonable”, Majhi also announced the suspension of two police officers including DCP Bishnu Pati and Commandant Ajay Padhi, an official release said.
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East Coast Railways launches 'ECoR Yatra' app for Rath Yatra in Puri: Know all about it
India | Jun 24, 2025, 06:48 PM ISTThe app is specially designed to provide comprehensive and real-time information to pilgrims and rail users travelling during the Rath Yatra. This year, the Rath Yatra will begin on June 27, when Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra, will be taken out of the Puri Jagannath Temple.
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7 places in and around Puri you can visit during Jagannath Rath Yatra
Fashion | Jun 23, 2025, 05:08 PM ISTJagannath Rath Yatra, which happens evey year in Puri, is a festival that is attended by people from across the world. This is the time when Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra are taken out of the temple. If you're going to the Rath Yatra, here are some places in and around Puri you can visit.
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Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra: Pahandi ritual of deities begins, President Murmu attends celebrations
India | Jul 07, 2024, 04:40 PM ISTJagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024: During the Yatra, the deities Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and his sister Subhadra are carried on wooden chariots from Jagannath Temple to Gundicha Temple in Puri.
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Attending Rath Yatra in Puri? Don't miss these five must-do activities
Travel | Jul 06, 2024, 04:06 PM ISTThe Rath Yatra in Puri is a spectacle unlike any other. Witnessing the colossal chariots lumber through the throngs of devotees is an unforgettable experience. But Puri offers more than just the main event. To delve deeper into the festive spirit, here are five activities to add to your itinerary.
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Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Know date, history and what’s special about this year’s chariot festival
Lifestyle | Jul 06, 2024, 12:51 PM ISTThe grand spectacle of the Jagannath Rath Yatra, also known as the Puri Rath Yatra, is upon us! This year, devotees will witness the majestic chariot procession in Puri, Odisha, starting on Sunday, July 7, 2024.
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Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2023: Indian Railways to run 857 special trains for pligrims
India | Jun 19, 2023, 11:45 PM ISTThe special trains will be operated till June 30. The Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra is the largest rath yatra in the world.
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Puri Rath Yatra 2022: Jagannath, Balbhadra, Subhadra's idols adorned with gold jewellery, see pics
Lifestyle | Jul 10, 2022, 10:31 PM ISTThe three deities, decked in gold jewellery sat on the Rath Yatra chariots outside the temple, as thousands watched in devotion.
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Jagannath Rath Yatra 2021 | IN PICS
India | Jul 12, 2021, 07:53 PM ISTThe 144th annual rath yatra of Lord Jagannath and his celestial siblings began in the country on Monday with strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols.
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Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra to begin today amid strict adherence to Covid-19 protocols
India | Jul 12, 2021, 08:51 AM ISTArrangements are in place for Odisha's Lord Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra to commence today.
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Amit Shah performs 'arti' at Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad ahead of Rath Yatra
News | Jul 12, 2021, 07:27 AM ISTMassive security arrangements are in place for a smooth conduct of Lord Jagannath's annual Rath Yatra on July 12 in Odisha's Puri amid strict adherence to Covid-19 protocols. Like last year, the revered festival will be held without the participation of devotees in view of the Covid situation. The government has completely banned presence of people at the Grand Road in front of the 12th century shrine in Puri during the chariots procession. Chalking out a detailed security plan, the state police has deployed 65 platoons of force along with senior officers.
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Puri Rath Yatra begins today: No devotees; only fully vaccinated servitors to pull chariots
India | Jul 12, 2021, 07:30 AM ISTMassive security arrangements are in place for a smooth conduct of Lord Jagannath's annual Rath Yatra on July 12 in Odisha's Puri amid strict adherence to Covid-19 protocols.
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Curfew in Puri on Ratha Yatra, ban on even rooftop viewing
India | Jul 03, 2021, 11:51 PM ISTA curfew will be clamped in Puri town a day before the festival on July 12 and the restrictions will remain effective till the next afternoon, Puri's District Magistrate Samarth Verma said.
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Schedule for Lord Jagannath s Rath Yatra, related rituals finalised
India | Jun 20, 2021, 10:26 PM ISTShree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) in the pilgrim town of Puri on Sunday finalised the schedule for the annual Rath Yatra and eventsrelated to the car festival.
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Puri Rath Yatra to be held without devotees for second year in row
India | Jun 10, 2021, 05:16 PM ISTSpecial Relief Commissioner (SRC) P K Jena said that all guidelines of the Supreme Court, issued last year, will have to be followed in letter and spirit while observing therituals on the occasion.