Puri is preparing for the rare Suna Besha of Lord Jagannath and his siblings on their chariots tomorrow during Harisayana Ekadashi. The deities will be adorned with 138 types of gold ornaments, a tradition dating back to King Kapilendra Deb. The rituals are expected to be completed between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM. Massive crowds are expected, and the district administration and police have implemented strict traffic and security measures. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/lord-jagannath-will-appear-in-magnificent-suna-besha-atop-chariots-before-lakhs-of-devotees-in-puri-12194838

Odia engineer Shivam Aryan Bag from Bargarh has made a significant contribution to the development of India's first private rocket, Vikram-1, by Skyroot Aerospace. As a key crew member, the NIT Rourkela graduate has brought pride to Odisha. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan congratulated the team on this historic milestone in India's space journey. https://argusnews.in/odisha/odia-engineer-shivam-aryan-bag-vikram-1-rocket-skyroot-aerospace

The Shri Jagannath Temple Administration has achieved a significant milestone in protecting the temple's cultural heritage. Five key terms associated with the temple—'Jagannath Dham', 'Shrikhetra', 'Mahaprasad', 'Nilachakra', and 'Koili Baikuntha'—have received trademark approval in the second phase of registration. Chief Administrator Arabinda Padhee shared that these will be published in the upcoming Trademark Journal. The primary objective is to prevent unauthorized commercial use of these sacred names and symbols, thereby preserving the unique identity and dignity of the Jagannath culture. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/approval-of-5-trademarks-of-the-temple/article-37725

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by becoming the youngest player to score a T20 International half-century, achieving the feat in just 18 balls against Zimbabwe. By doing so at 15 years and 118 days, he broke the long-standing record held by legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who scored his first international fifty at the age of 16. India successfully chased down Zimbabwe's target of 126 in just 13.2 overs, with Vaibhav leading the charge with an explosive 50 off 19 balls. https://argusnews.in/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-youngest-international-half-centurion

Located on Mandhata Island in the Narmada River, Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga is one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlingas. The island's shape resembles the 'Om' symbol. Legend says Lord Shiva appeared here after King Mandhata's penance. It's believed that a pilgrimage to the Jyotirlingas is incomplete without visiting Omkareshwar and Mamleshwar. The site is also historically significant as the place where Adi Shankaracharya met his guru. The temple complex features various deities across five floors and attracts millions of devotees during Shravan and Shivratri. https://sambad.in/special/pilgrimage-pilgrimage-story-12192259

The Bahuda Yatra (Return Car Festival) is being celebrated in Puri. After spending nine days at Gundicha Temple, Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are returning to the main temple. The highlights include the swaying 'Pahandi' movement and the ritual of offering 'Poda Pitha' at the Mausi Maa Temple. Millions of devotees have gathered on the Grand Road to witness the deities returning on their chariots. https://sambad.in/district/puri/bahuda-yatra-mass-people-in-badadanda-12193655

Ahead of the upcoming municipal and panchayat elections, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) held an organizational meeting at Tampara Lake in the Chatrapur constituency. Party leaders and workers resolved to set aside internal differences and strengthen the organization. They criticized the current state government on issues such as law and order and women's safety. BJD members were urged to reach out to voters at the ward level and highlight the developmental works achieved during the previous BJD tenure. https://www.dharitri.com/municipal-panchayat-elections-in-focus-biju-janata-dal-organizational-meeting%E0%AC%B0%E0%AD%8D%E0%AC%AC/

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The article explores the Vedic and Puranic origins of Lord Jagannath, identifying Him as 'Brahmanaspati' as mentioned in ancient texts. It describes the legend from the Skanda Purana where a divine timber (Daru) originated from Lord Vishnu's body and was later shaped into the four idols. During the Nabakalebara and Rath Yatra rituals, the deities are addressed with the Vedic mantra 'Uttistha Brahmanaspate', signifying the journey of the supreme consciousness. Scholars like Sayanacharya and Katyayana confirm this Vedic link to the wooden deity of Puri. https://sambad.in/lifestyle/ratha-yatra-206226-12192254