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Odisha Police to use AI for traffic, crowd management during Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra

Odisha Police will use AI, CCTV cameras, and drones for traffic management during the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra on July 7 in Puri. Additional DGP Dayal Gangwar mentioned the pilot project. Bhubaneswar artist L Eswar Rao crafted eco-friendly chariots using incense sticks and tamarind seeds, blending tradition, technology, and art.

Imphal Ratha Yatra festival chariot attacked by miscreants

Miscreants attacked a Ratha Yatra festival chariot near Sana Konung in Imphal, alerting Imphal East police. A July 4 gun attack on Angel Children's Hospital, established two years ago, was protested. The MD condemned it. Police suspect extortion. Violence since a Tribal Solidarity March between Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities killed 220, injured 1,500, and displaced 60,000.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announces two-day holiday for Rath Yatra

Odisha CM announced a two-day holiday for the Rath Yatra, coinciding with the new government's tenure. President Droupadi Murmu will take part in key rituals. The meeting aimed for smooth execution and stakeholder cooperation in the festival.

Odisha: Chariot making underway ahead of Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra on July 7

Excise case: Delhi court extends K Kavitha's judicial custody till May 20

Delhi court extends K Kavitha's custody in money laundering case involving Arvind Kejriwal, BRS, Chariot Productions, India Ahead, Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao, AAP, Delhi excise policy scam, V K Saxena's recommendation, CBI, Supreme Court, and PMLA till May 20.

Delhi traffic likely to be hit for Hanuman Jayanti, routes diverted in CP, Kashmere Gate

​​ Thousands of devotees are expected to participate in the 'Sunderkand Paath' being organised by the Marghat Wale Baba Hanuman Mandir Samiti on the occasion at the temple in Kashmere Gate from 5 pm, according to an advisory issued by the Delhi traffic police.

Surya Tilak: Old temples where Sun comes to worship the deity

Ram Navami at Ram Mandir: On the first Ram Navami for Ram Lalla at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, devotees eagerly awaited the Surya Tilak ceremony, where the Sun's rays directly touched the deity's forehead. Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee researchers created the Surya Tilak mechanism using mirrors and lenses, highlighting ancient temple architecture's astronomical principles. Check which other temples in India witness sun coming to worship the deity.

120-foot-tall temple chariot collapses near Bengaluru during Huskur Madduramma Temple's annual fair. Here is video

A 120-foot-tall temple chariot collapsed at Huskur Madduramma Temple's fair near Bengaluru, causing chaos captured on social media. Thousands gather annually for the Anekal festival, with chariots as the star attraction.

Bengaluru: 120-foot tall chariot collapses in Huskur, devotees escape unhurt

Excise 'scam': ED says 'kickbacks' used in AAP Goa poll campaign also detected in I-T, CBI probes

​​ A wide network of Hawala operators and 'Angadiyas' are also being investigated by the ED in this case where it recently arrested Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and claimed he and his political outfit are liable to be prosecuted in the alleged laundering of these funds. Statements of five 'Angadiya' firm operators have also been recorded by the ED to establish the "money trail" of this alleged Rs 45 crore bribe amount.

Five-year-old girl dies after being crushed by ceremonial chariot during festival at Kottankulangara temple in Kerala

A five-year-old girl died after accidentally falling under the wheels of a ceremonial chariot during the annual festival at the Kottankulangara temple near Kollam. The incident occurred on Sunday night, and the child, the daughter of a local couple, was rushed to the hospital but could not be saved. Police have registered a case in connection with the incident.

Tamil Nadu: 'Aazhi Therottam' festival draws huge crowds in Tiruvarur

CM Shinde attends Navratri chariot procession in Thane; hails PM Modi, slams Uddhav for betraying Hindutva

Taking a swipe at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said those who speak of Hindutva, however, had no qualms in joining hands with parties like the Congress, which Shiv Sena Bal Thackeray wanted to "bury forever".

Arnold Schwarzenegger's son, Joseph Baena, faces criticism over Instagram post featuring mystery girl

Arnold Schwarzenegger's son Joseph Baena has sparked controversy with an Instagram post. After watching the post, fans are speculating about Baena's relationship dynamics with a woman seen in the social media post while the actor has chosen to remain silent.

Chariots of the gods vend their way from Puri's Jagganath temple to an alternate temporary abode as a million people watch

A tidal wave of humans pulled forward giant chariots of Jagannath, Lord of the Earth, and his two siblings on Tuesday from a 12th century stone temple in the heart of this sea-side pilgrimage town to their alternate abode about 2 kms away.

How Lord Jagannath, his siblings, and the majestic chariots of Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra are constructed?

The making of Lord Jagannath, Balram & Subhadra, and the chariots of Rath Yatra is a captivating blend of craftsmanship, tradition, and devotion. The meticulous efforts of skilled artisans and the adherence to ancient techniques ensure the creation of awe-inspiring idols and grand chariots. These creations serve as vehicles of divinity, carrying the deities through the enthusiastic crowds during the vibrant Rath Yatra festival.

Excise scam: CBI arrests senior executive of private News channel for Rs 17 cr transfer to AAP publicity handler

The CBI has arrested the commercial head and production controller of India Ahead News in connection with its probe into the alleged Delhi excise scam, officials said Monday. Arvind Kumar Singh, the commercial head and production controller of the news channel, was arrested for alleged transfer of Rs 17 crore to a company handling the Aam Admi Party's (AAP) publicity campaign during the Goa elections through hawala channels, they said.

Excise policy case: Delhi court denies bail to Raghav Magunta

The ED has alleged that Raghav Magunta was involved in various activities of possession, use, transfer, etc. of the proceeds of crime worth at least Rs 180 crore. According to the ED's charge sheet, a part of the alleged Rs 100 crore kickback generated in the crime was used in the Goa Assembly election campaign of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

Luxury served on wheels: India's 5 most royal trains

The Indian Railways always aims at catering every citizen, and is a cheaper alternative to airplanes when it comes to travel. Trains are the most preferred mode of transport for those who want to travel on a budget. However, some trains in India ooze luxury with 5-star accommodations on board topped with excellent services. Here are five such luxurious trains of India.

Delhi excise policy: Court extends ad firm director's Enforcement Directorate custody till February 20

Rajesh Joshi, director of Chariot Productions Media Private Limited, was produced before Special Judge M K Nagpal, on the expiry of his four-day custodial interrogation. The judge passed the order on an application moved by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) seeking a 10-day extension of his custody.

ED arrests son of YSR Congress MP in Delhi excise policy money laundering case

This is the ninth arrest in this case by the ED, and the third this week. It arrested Gautam Malhotra, son of former SAD MLA from Punjab Deep Malhotra, and Rajesh Joshi, the director of an advertising company called Chariot Productions Media Pvt Ltd, earlier in the week.

PM Modi holds mega roadshow in Delhi as 2024 poll chariot begins rolling

Watch: Sea of devotees participate in Aadi Pooram chariot festival of Srivilliputhur Temple in Tamil Nadu