The Odisha government has changed the names of 28 Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state to align with the revised geographical names of districts and cities. The Skill Development and Technical Education Department issued a notification making the new names effective immediately. All official documents, student certificates, and admission records will now use the updated names to ensure uniformity in government records. This decision follows the Revenue and Disaster Management Department's revised naming list and will soon be published in the Odisha Gazette. https://odishasambad.in/odisha-renames-28-government-itis-changes-come-into-immediate-effect/

The Rath Yatra festival in Rairangpur concluded its second day as the deities reached the Mausi Maa temple and moved to the Adapa Mandapa. Under the supervision of chief priest Devabrata Rath Mohapatra, rituals like Surya Puja and Dwarapala Puja were performed. A significant highlight was that women exclusively pulled the chariot this year. The event saw participation from MLA Jalen Naik, local administrators, and thousands of devotees. Cultural and spiritual programs are scheduled for the next week at the temple premises. https://sambad.in/rathajatra/rairangpur-rath-yatra-day-2-chaturdha-deities-reach-mausima-temple-amid-devotee-rush-12174318

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for seven districts in North and West Odisha due to an active monsoon. Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Bargarh, Sambalpur, Deogarh, Keonjhar, and Mayurbhanj are expected to witness heavy rainfall. The Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) has instructed district collectors to remain vigilant and keep emergency operation centers functional 24/7 to manage potential issues like urban flooding and landslides. https://odishasambad.in/heavy-rain-to-batter-western-northern-odisha-as-imd-issues-alert-for-seven-districts/

The article describes the 'Dakshina Moda' ritual of the Rath Yatra in Puri, where the three chariots are turned towards the Nakachana Gate of the Gundicha Temple for the return journey. Unlike the forward-only movement during Rath Yatra, the chariots are pulled from both front and back during this ritual. Traditionally, Goddess Subhadra's chariot is pulled first. The ritual has deep spiritual significance linked to Goddess Mahalaxmi's visit on Hera Panchami. Modern improvements to the roads have simplified this process, which was historically assisted by elephants. https://sambad.in/rathajatra/today-is-the-right-turn-of-the-chariot-12182866

Yoga has gained immense popularity in nearly 191 countries worldwide, continuing a 6,000-year-old Indian tradition. Baba Ramdev has played a pivotal role in making yoga and pranayama accessible to common people, transforming it into a global movement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also encouraged citizens to adopt yoga. Today, Baba Ramdev is recognized not just as a monk but as a leading global promoter of Indian yoga culture, inspiring millions to lead a healthy lifestyle. https://sambad.in/video/baba-ramdev-from-a-poor-family-to-a-global-guru-12062871

A political row has erupted in Odisha over the alleged stampede during the Puri Rath Yatra. The opposition BJD has blamed administrative failure and demanded a judicial inquiry along with the resignation of the Health and Law Ministers. BJD accused the government of hiding the actual death toll. However, the ruling BJP dismissed these allegations as cheap politics, highlighting the successful management of over 1.2 million devotees during the festival. https://odishasambad.in/politics-heat-up-after-rath-yatra-stamped-like-situation-bjd-demands-suspension-of-two-ministers-bjp-calls-it-low-politics/

Devotees gathered in large numbers at the Maa Tarini temple in Koira to celebrate the Bipada Tarini Brata. Linked to Jagannath culture, this ritual is observed on the Tuesday falling between Rath Yatra and Bahuda Yatra. Women perform this fast seeking protection from dangers and for the well-being and prosperity of their families. Significant crowds were also seen at Ghatgaon Tarini temple and various other Shakti Peethas. https://sambad.in/district/sundargarh/incredible-crowd-of-devotees-during-maa-tarinis-fast-in-koida-12184180

The 9th annual Rath Yatra was celebrated with grand fervor in Rhode Island, USA, at the Shri Siddhi Vinayak Temple in Warwick. Hundreds of devotees from states like Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts gathered to participate. The rituals began with Mangala Arati and special prayers led by the chief priest. Following the traditional Chhera Pahanra by temple chairman Nagesh Kamsani, the deities were carried in a Pahandi procession to the decorated chariot. The Ratha was pulled for about one kilometer through the streets of Warwick. Cultural programs featuring Odissi and Kathak dances were organized, and Mahaprasad was distributed to the devotees in the style of Puri's Ananda Bazar. https://sambad.in/rathajatra/americas-rhodes-island-hosts-rath-yatra-12181259

A protest march by the CJP (Cockroach Janata Party) towards the Parliament in New Delhi turned violent on Monday. Clashes erupted as protesters tried to break security barricades, leading police to use tear gas, lathi charge, and deploy riot control vehicles. Several people were injured, and security was tightened at Jantar Mantar and Rail Bhavan. As a precaution, five metro stations were temporarily closed, and the South Entrance of the Parliament was shut for vehicles. Protesters also alleged mobile and internet services were jammed during the protest. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/tear-gas--lathicharge--scuffles--chaos-as-cjp-protesters-march-on-parliament/article-37635

The Shiv Sena (UBT) has moved the Supreme Court challenging Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's decision to approve the merger of six of its MPs into the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. Senior advocate Devadatt Kamat, representing the UBT faction, mentioned the matter before a bench led by Justice Surya Kant, seeking an urgent hearing. The petition argues against the trend of elected representatives switching parties after winning elections. The Supreme Court has stated it will consider the matter. https://www.samayalive.in/india-abroad/sena-ubt-moves-sc-over-merger-of-6-mps-with-shinde-sena/article-37667