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A dispute between two servitors disrupted the jagannath temple's Chandan Yatra rituals on Tuesday night, halting the ceremonial voyage of the deities on Narendra pond. The government has warned of strict action against those responsible for the incident, which saw the divine boat ride cancelled. Devotees expressed disappointment over the disruption.

The meticulous counting of jewels and ornaments in jagannath temple's inner treasury, the Bhitara Bhandar, will resume on Monday and continue for two days. This crucial inventory, which began in April, was temporarily halted for religious rituals. The process, involving photography, videography, and 3D scanning, aims for a comprehensive cataloging of valuable items.

Following the BJP's electoral victory in West Bengal, Jagannath devotees in Odisha are hopeful that the term 'dham' will be removed from the Digha temple's name. For months, religious groups objected to the use of 'Jagannath Dham' for the Digha shrine, arguing it infringes on Puri's unique spiritual and historical association.

Odisha's Law Commission proposes a strict dress code for the jagannath temple, mandating traditional attire for priests and specific outfits for devotees, including a ban on women wearing shirts and jeans. The recommendations, currently under government review, also suggest harsher penalties for temple property encroachment and misconduct by servitors.

Three individuals were apprehended for the brutal murder of a jagannath temple guard and the theft of over Rs 3 lakh from a donation box. The accused, identified as Dev Kumar, Vikas Mahli, and Ayush Kumar, confessed to striking the sleeping guard with a stone out of fear of identification. Recovered funds and crime implements were seized following their confessions.

Shree Jagannatha Seva Germany organized Akshay Tritiya and Ratha Anukula at the jagannath temple in Munich, marking the commencement of chariot construction for the July 16 Rath Yatra. Around 200 Indian residents attended the event, which featured traditional rituals and the distribution of prasad, including chhenapoda and mahura.

Andhra Pradesh has reportedly commenced its Census in Kotia villages, reigniting the long-standing border dispute with Odisha. This move follows Odisha's recent administrative visit and Census completion. Both states claim control over these villages, a matter pending before the Supreme Court since 1968, intensifying tensions in the region.

Odisha's Khandagiri and Udayagiri hills are set for a Rs 100 crore tourism development, aiming to transform them into a complete tourist pride. The project includes infrastructure upgrades, beautification, a statue of Emperor Kharavela, and improved accessibility for all visitors. This initiative seeks to enhance the heritage sites' appeal and visitor experience.

The Baladevjew Temple endowment trust has procured 1,200 cubic feet of sal wood for constructing the state's second-tallest wooden chariot, standing at 64 feet. This year, all 14 wheels will be newly crafted due to previous issues with old timber.

Japan's Ambassador to India, ONO Keiichi, has once again showcased his fondness for Indian cuisine by enjoying Odhisa's popular dish, Dalma, with his hands. This gesture, shared on social media, highlights his appreciation for regional Indian culinary traditions and has been met with widespread praise from netizens.

Lingaraj Temple's Record of Rights Committee proposed round-the-clock CCTV surveillance inside and around the sanctum sanctorum. This aims to ensure transparent ritual conduct and prevent servitor disputes. The committee also recommended improved lighting, basic amenities for devotees, and special training for servitors, as part of broader efforts to enhance temple management and devotee experience.

Construction of the sacred wooden chariots for the annual Rath Yatra in Puri commenced on Akshaya Tritiya, with sacred logs ceremonially placed at the Ratha Khala. The auspicious day also marked the beginning of the 42-day Chandan Yatra, observed in two phases. Puri police have announced a strict ban on fireworks during the festival following a tragic incident.

A 31-year-old man, Pratik Mishra, was re-arrested for issuing fresh threats to bomb the jagannath temple and Shankaracharya’s mutt in Puri during the Rath Yatra. Previously bailed for similar threats, Mishra, a habitual offender with 16 criminal cases, allegedly extorted money using fake social media profiles.

Puri's jagannath temple is set to introduce an online slot booking system to reduce long queues and improve darshan for devotees. This new facility, alongside revamped queue management and enhanced viewing platforms, aims to manage the surge in visitors following the reopening of all temple doors. The government is also exploring comfort enhancements like air conditioning.

The phasi timber with a minimum of 6 ft girth, is generally used for construction of the wheels of the chariots.

Puri, a popular tourist spot for Bengalis, has become an unusual hub for indirect campaigning linked to the poll-bound West Bengal. Posters of different parties have appeared, targeting Bengali tourists, with some jagannath temple servitors reportedly engaging with devotees on behalf of political parties.

Puri king Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb stressed no rigid deadline for the jagannath temple's Ratna Bhandar inventory, emphasizing meticulous and scientifically sound documentation. The ongoing process, using advanced tools like 3D mapping, aims for accuracy. The government plans to complete the inventory by the Debasnana Purnima festival on June 29.

Shree jagannath temple Administration suspended servitor Ranjit Kar for issuing a fake receipt to a pilgrim for tying a ceremonial temple flag. The pilgrim was shown a forged receipt for a 14-hand flag, with no fee deposited. After admitting to the forgery, Kar was suspended for six months.

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