Puri temple implements mandatory dress code for devotees; bans gutkha, pan

The administration of Shree Jagannath Temple on Monday made the dress code mandatory for devotees wishing to enter the 12th century shrine. IMAGE: A view of Shree Jagannath Temple, Puri,......

Ram temple consecration: 14 couples from across country to be 'Yajmans'

As many as 14 couples from various parts of the country will perform the duty of 'yajmans' (hosts) during the Ram temple consecration ceremony in Ayodhya on January 22. IMAGE: Rituals being......

PM Modi most liked world leader on Facebook: Study

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the most liked world leader and far ahead of others, including United States President Donald Trump, when it comes to popularity on Facebook, according to a study......

Man returns from Pak jail after 10 yrs

A 30-year-old man, who had been missing for years, on Friday returned to his home in Bhubaneshwar after he was released from a Pakistani prison after spending 10 years.Attired in a cream-coloured......