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"His words offer deep insights and motivation": MoS V Somanna on PM Modi's
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Union Minister of State (MoS) for Jal Shakti and Railways V Somanna on Sunday tuned into the "Mann Ki Baat" program by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and praised the Prime Minister's message for its continued inspiration and depth.
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Odisha: Second phase of Baripada Rath Yatra begins amid devotion and tradi
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Steeped in devotion and distinguished by tradition, the Baripada Rath Yatra, also known as the Dwitiya Srikhetra in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, began on Saturday, a day after Rath Yatra in Puri.
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"Unfortunate incident": Odisha Law Minister after three die in Puri Rath Y
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"It is an unfortunate incident. Three people have died. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has already ordered an inquiry. He has already spoken about the incident on social media and has personally apologised. He has asked Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania to visit the spot. Actio
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"VIPs came between god and devotees...those responsible should be investig
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"There was a large crowd this time, but the chariot of Lord Jagannath was not moving forward, and not enough efforts were made to move the chariot. In the night, an event was supposed to happen, but there were lapses in the arrangements there, too. If we see that Rath Yatra must be devotee-c
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"Tragedy is a serious warning for large events": Rahul Gandhi condoles Pur
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Rahul Gandhi stressed that the protection of lives is "paramount" and no lapses in the responsibility are "acceptable".
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Have spoken to CM, he has assured of requisite action: Union Minister Dhar
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"I got to know about this incident in the morning. I have talked to the CM and other officials. The CM (of Odisha) has posted on his 'X' handle regarding this incident. He has taken responsibility for the incident. He has assured to take the requisite actions in this matter," the union minis
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BJP leader Baijayant Panda express grief on Puri stampede, says incident "
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Bharatiya Janata Party leader Baijayant Panda on Sunday expressed grief over the Puri stampede and mourned the death of devotees in the incident.
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Puri Stampede: Odisha DGP Khurania says investigation underway
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"As you can see, a large number of devotees have gathered, and a large number of people are coming. This is more than in previous years. The incident that happened in the morning is being investigated. All the facts will come out as to why this happened," DGP YB Khurania told ANI.
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Puri: Odisha DGP rushes to Gundicha Temple, assess situation after stamped
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania rushed to the Gundicha Temple to assess the situation after the stampede during the Jagannath Rath Yatra, which claimed three lives.
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Puri stampede: Congress leader Rama Chandra Kadam blames state govt for mi
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"We offer our heartfelt tributes to the departed soul and extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved family. We urge the state to take immediate action and uphold the dignity of the sacred Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath," Kadam said in a post on X.
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BJD chief Naveen Patnaik condoles Puri stampede victims; says Odisha Govt'
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"While I refrain from accusing the government of criminal negligence, their blatant callousness has undeniably contributed to this tragedy. I urge the government to implement urgent corrective measures to ensure the smooth conduct of Adapa Bije, Bahuda, Suna Besha, and other key Rath Yatr
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3 dead due to suffocation, at least 6 injured during Jagannath Rath Yatra
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Three people have passed away because of suffocation in the huge gathering. Six to seven people are injured. I am moving to Puri. I am monitoring the situation over the phone. We are trying our best to manage the crowd. Additional police have been deployed. The reasons for the incident a
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