The world-famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple follows a unique tradition where no small bell is kept in the main sanctum. According to legends, Lord Venkateswara gifted the temple's divine bell to a childless couple in a dream to swallow, leading to the birth of the great Vaishnava saint Vedanta Desika, who is considered an incarnation of the bell. Since that miraculous event, no bell has been kept in the sanctum. Vedanta Desika went on to become a legendary scholar and pillar of Vaishnavism, authoring significant works like Hayagreeva Stotram and Paduka Sahasram. https://www.dharitri.com/why-is-there-no-bell-in-the-tirumala-garbhagriha/

The four deities are currently seated on their chariots before proceeding to the Adapa Mandapa of the Gundicha Temple. This visual features the deities on the chariots during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri, awaiting the ritual of entering their birth place, the Adapa Mandapa. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/ratharudh-chaturdhamurthy-before-adop-mund-bj-12177050

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Three sacred wheels from the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are being brought from Puri to Bhatli (Bargarh), known as the Srikhetra of Western Odisha. A grand procession is scheduled for Sunday, July 19th, starting from Gopalpur Chhak and moving through Bhatli town to the Mausi Maa Temple. Local MLA Irasis Acharya and the temple management committee have invited devotees to participate in this historic event. The wheels will be temporarily installed at the Mausi Maa temple premises, providing a rare spiritual opportunity for local devotees. https://www.dharitri.com/sacred-chariot-wheels-from-puri-jagannath-dham-to-reach-bhatli-this-sunday/

Reports suggest Rohit Sharma might retire after the Lord's ODI against England, with former Pakistani cricketer Basit Ali speculating that Virat Kohli might join him. However, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed these rumors, confirming that Rohit remains a key part of India's ODI plans and no retirement talks have occurred. Meanwhile, selectors and coach Gautam Gambhir are reportedly discussing future roadmaps for the 2027 World Cup. https://argusnews.in/sports/virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-retirement-lords-basit-ali-statement

The Badagrahi and Daitapati servitors of Lord Jagannath have clarified the reasons for removing the 'Tahia' (decorative headgear) during the Pahandi ritual in Puri. Due to heavy rain, the Tahia made of solapith and flowers became extremely heavy, causing the deity to remain stationary for 45 minutes. To ensure the safety of the servitors from the bamboo sticks and to protect the Lord's idol from rain by using a 'Gilapa' (raincoat), the Tahia was removed. Senior servitors stated that this was not a violation of tradition but a necessary step for safety and smooth conduct of the rituals. https://www.dharitri.com/opened-tahia-badagrahi-said-since-the-mahaprabhu-did-not-move-for-45-minutes/

The article discusses the historical and spiritual significance of the 'Ratna Simhasana' (Gemstone Throne) in the Puri Jagannath Temple. It differentiates between the 'Mahabedi', where King Indradyumna originally established the deities, and the present 'Ratnabedi'. Drawing references from the Mahabharata and Puranas, it highlights the sanctity of this platform where Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, Subhadra, and Sudarshana reside. https://www.samayalive.in/feature/ratnasinhaasan/article-37613

Japan has agreed to supply the next-generation E10 series Shinkansen high-speed trains for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project. The first batch of these trains is expected to be delivered by early 2030. In the interim, India plans to use domestically manufactured high-speed trains to ensure the project becomes operational without delay. The 508 km long corridor, connecting major cities in Gujarat and Maharashtra, aims to reduce travel time between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to 1 hour and 58 minutes. The first section is targeted to be functional by 2027. https://argusnews.in/national/japan-india-e10-series-high-speed-bullet-train

Ratha Yatra was celebrated with great fervor in Baliguda, Odisha, despite light rainfall. The rituals began with the opening of the temple doors and morning offerings. Sub-Collector Pranita Das performed the 'Chera Pahanra' ritual on the three chariots. A significant highlight was female devotees pulling Goddess Subhadra's chariot. A sea of devotees gathered from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple, chanting 'Jai Jagannath'. The administration ensured strict security and traffic control for the smooth conduct of the festival. All three chariots reached the Mausi Maa temple by evening. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=207890

The Rath Yatra's chariot pulling concluded as all three chariots—Taladhwaja, Darpadalana, and Nandighosa—reached Saradhabali in Puri. Thousands of devotees gathered to witness the deities on their chariots. Chariot pulling, which paused on Thursday evening, resumed Friday morning to reach the destination. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and other dignitaries were present during the event. https://www.dharitri.com/three-chariots-have-reached-shardhabali/