Everything you need to know about Puri: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Puri: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has won the Danish 'grand prize' at the 2nd Copenhagen International Sand sculpture festival 2013 for his 15-foot coloured sand sculpture created on the "Go green, Save Earth" theme.
Puri (Odisha), May 19 (IANS) An Odisha policeman was suspended for his nexus with a murder suspect who was trying to evade arrest, police said Sunday.
Mumbai, May 11 (IANS) Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor admits his "father made a living out of making remakes" and that he would love to be a part of the kind of cinema made by his father Boney Kapoor.
Hyderab May 7 (IANS) Southern actor Sundeep Kishan turned 26 Tuesday and he has planned to spend quality time with family in the morning and gear up for the biggest audio launch of his career in the evening here.
New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) India's noted sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has won the "Moscow choice prize" in Russia with a 12 feet creation of the Hindu elephant god Ganesha, who he says is a symbol of world peace.
Bhubaneswar, April 25 (IANS) Describing as "unacceptable" the recent incidents of child rapes and brutal assaults on women in the country, President Pranab Mukherjee Thursday called for introspection at the "repeated failure to ensure safety" and said solutions must be found.
Bhubaneswar, April 24 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Wednesday arrived here on his first visit to Odisha after assuming the nation's highest post, a state official said.
New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) A six-year-old girl was raped by a juvenile neighbour in the national capital, police said Wednesday.
Patna/Gurgaon/Bhubaneswar, April 24 (IANS) Rape, molestation and incest Reports of sexual abuse, particularly against minors, came in from several parts of the country Wednesday in another reminder of the increasing vulnerability of women and children.
New Delhi, April 23 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will visit Odisha on April 24 and 25.
New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Two Nigerians were arrested here with a kilogram of heroin worth about Rs.1.25 crore in the international market, police said Thursday.
United Nations, April 17 (IANS) India has made a strong case for reform of the UN Security Council, saying that while 80 more countries have joined the UN in the past 50 years the council has not undergone the slightest change, terming this an "unnatural situation of stagnation" in a dynamic international environment.
United Nations, April 17 (IANS) India has made a strong case for reforming the UN Security Council, saying that while 80 more countries have joined the UN in the past 50 years the Council has not undergone the slightest change, terming this an "unnatural situation of stagnation" in a dynamic international environment.
United Nations, April 17 (IANS) Ambassador Asoke Kumar Mukerji has taken over as India's Permanent Representative at the UN, succeeding Hardeep Singh Puri who demitted office Feb 28.
Bhubaneswar, April 16 (IANS) A low intensity earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was felt in parts of Odisha Tuesday, an official said. No loss of life or damage to property was reported.
Bhubaneswar, April 15 (IANS) One person was killed and eight others injured, some of them critically, when one of the fire crackers they were making exploded in a village in Odisha's Puri district, police said Monday.
Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) On the professional front, television actress Preeti Puri is trying comedy for the first time in "Aaj Ki Housewife Hai Sab Jaanti Hai" -- and in personal life, she is gearing up to experience motherhood.
New Delhi, April 11(ANI): Internationally acclaimed director Mira Nair who's much awaited film, 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' is all set to release in India, recently revealed how Kate Hudson became the ultimate choice to play the role of Erica in her film.
Colombo, April 10 (IANS) Sri Lanka Wednesday blamed India for the Tamil separatist war which dragged for 30 years on the island.
New Delhi, Apr 9 (ANI): Due to logistical issues, Mira Nair faced an uphill task to recreate Lahore in Delhi,when she planned to shoot parts of her upcoming film 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' in Pakistan.
New Delhi, Apr 9 (ANI): Due to logistical issues, Mira Nair faced an uphill task to recreate Lahore in Delhi,when she planned to shoot parts of her upcoming film 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' in Pakistan.
Bhubaneswar, March 28 (IANS) The East Coast Railway Thursday said it will run 10 pairs of weekly special trains till the last week of June to cater to the extra summer rush.
Islamabad, March 25 (IANS) Pakistan Army chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani has met US Secretary of State John Kerry in Jordan and held discussion over the reconciliation process in Afghanistan, Geo News reported Monday.
Zahirabad (Andhra Pradesh), March 22 (IANS) He stands at just four feet, but can make a full-grown man disappear. The tricks of 57-year-old magician Sayeed Nannu are not just enchanting; they come with messages that spread awareness among the masses about various government schemes.
New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Director Jagannath Puri has signed Bollywood actress Devashi Khanduri for his forthcoming southern project "Iddarammayilatho", and she loved shooting in Spain for a song.
United Nations, March 20 (IANS) As international forces led by the United States prepare to draw down from Afghanistan, India has warned that Kabul still faces an existential threat from terrorist groups ranging from Al Qaeda to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Shekhar Suman is leaving no stone unturned to make his directorial debut, "Heartless", a success. The actor turned filmmaker has spent Rs.1 crore for the movie's title track that has been sung by Sonu Nigam.
Mumbai, March 14 (IANS) Easy access to technology has led to an "explosion" of creativity in the media and entertainment industry, experts said here Thursday.
New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) Actor-anchor Shekhar Suman, who has turned director with "Heartless", has completed the filming of his maiden project.
Bhubaneswar, March 10 (IANS) Devotees fasted and thronged Shiva temples across Odisha Sunday on Maha Shivratri.
Mumbai, March 9 (IANS) Actress Priyanka Chopra will don two distinct looks for the remake of 1973 film "Zanjeer", says designer Pria Kataria Puri, who is making her Bollywood foray with the movie.
Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Annu Kapoor, who was applauded for convincingly playing Dr. Chaddha in "Vicky Donor" last year, describes himself as an "actor".
Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Veteran actor Om Puri, who will soon start shooting for "Jai Ho Democracy", says the film tries to bring forth political problems, albeit in a funny manner - almost similar to how "Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro" was years back.
Mumbai, March 7 (IANS) Kartik Tiwari of "Pyaar Ka Punchnama" fame says his role in Subhash Ghai-directed "Kaanchi" will be different from his previous two films.
Washington, Feb 27 (IANS) Hardeep Singh Puri, one of India's most outstanding diplomats who long played a key role for his country on the world's high tables, bids farewell Thursday to the Indian Foreign Service after 39 years.
Washington, Feb 25 (IANS) Veteran Indian diplomat Hardeep Singh Puri advocates a "very forceful response" on the part of India to deal with "snakes and vipers" of terrorism coming from a particular snake pit in its neighbourhood.
Washington, Feb 24 (IANS) Bullish on India, veteran Indian diplomat Hardeep Singh Puri says being on the UN Security Council is not an option but an imperative for a country of India's standing as that's where the real action is.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 23 (IANS) The Odisha government has alerted all its district authorities after a swab sample collected from a migratory bird tested positive for bird flu, an official said here Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 15 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a report from Odisha on the allegation that construction activities have been undertaken illegally along the beach of the state's Puri town, a complainant said Friday.
New Delhi, Feb 14 (IANS) Be it a 'chick flick' like "Aisha" or a 'bromance' like "Kai Po Che!", actress Amrita Puri doesn't mind being a supporting actor, but says she is careful about staying away from movies in which she just gets to be an "accessory".
Mumbai, Feb 13 (IANS) Actress Amrita Puri, who debuted with "Aisha", is happy the way her career is progressing -- so far going upward.
Mumbai, Feb 10 (IANS) His debut movie "Kai Po Che!" is ready to come out and, unfazed by what the box office has in store, "fearless" Sushant Singh Rajput has kept his options open. He says that if he won't succeed as an actor, he may go back to TV or direct an out-and-out commercial film.
New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) Wanna dress up like a diva on Valentine's Day? Dig into designer Pria Kataria Puri's exclusive collection of dresses and gowns to get that perfect look for a perfect evening.
New Delhi, Feb 5 (ANI): Bollywood celebrities and socialites attended the launch of Anuradha Sawhney's book 'The Vegan Kitchen: Bollywood Style' in Mumbai recently.
Gurgaon, Jan 31 (IANS) Mamma Mia, a new fitness programme, introduced by Fortis Healthcare Limited, in collaboration with international celebrity trainer Ramona Braganza aims to give new mothers a healthy way to shed post-pregnancy weight.
United Nations, Jan 29 (IANS) India has stressed that the UNDP should focus on "decimating poverty" and that UN development systems need to be "firmly rooted in its core focus area" of only development-related work in order to be successful.
New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra, who has been wooing fashion enthusiasts for years with his bespoke creations, will showcase his line in London as part of a charity fundraiser.
Washington, Jan 26 (IANS) Indian community in the US celebrated India's 64th Republic Day with Ambassador Nirupama Rao unfurling the national flag at a colourful function at the Indian embassy here on a clear but chilly day.
United Nations, Jan 24 (IANS) India said it supports a negotiated solution to the Palestinian issue and welcomed the recent rapprochement between the Palestinian factions and hoped this would lead to the formation of a unity government.
United Nations, Jan 24 (IANS) India has vowed to ensure that the culprits involved in December's horrific gang rape and subsequent death of an Indian woman in Delhi are brought to speedy justice to send out a sternest possible message.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 23 (IANS) The state administrative tribunal in Odisha has quashed the dismissal order served by the state government on a police officer in connection with the gang-rape in Pipili area of Puri district, a lawyer said Wednesday.
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New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) The Supreme Court said Friday that two Italian marines charged with shooting dead two Indian fishermen off the Kerala coast last year would shift to Delhi and report to a police station here every week till a special court is set up to try them.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 18 (IANS) Malayalam actress Akansha, also known as Aashy, has been roped in to star alongside Unni Mukundan in "Samrajyam 2 - Son of Alexander".
Bhubaneswar, Jan 18 (IANS) A month after the Delhi gang-rape, the trial has been fast-tracked and is set to begin Monday. But the trial of the gang-rape and murder of a 19-year-old girl in Odisha's Puri district is yet to begin even five months after the chargesheet was filed, a lawyer here said.
Kolkata, Jan 16 (IANS) Sankaracharya of Puri Swami Nischalananda Saraswati Wednesday blamed the government for its weak image in dealing with killing of two Indian soldiers by Pakistan army and dubbed western influence as a factor for increasing rape incidents.
United Nations, Jan 16 (IANS) Terming terrorism as the most pressing challenge to international peace and security, India has urged the United Nations to strengthen the framework for its counter-terrorism strategy through adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT).
United Nations, Jan 16 (IANS) India has contributed one million dollars to the core voluntary budget of UN Women (United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women) for the 2012-13 financial year.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 14 (IANS) Millions of people in Odisha Monday took a ritualistic dips in ponds and rivers and visited temples across the state as they celebrated the harvest festival of Makar Sankranti.
Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) Nearly five lakh devotees participated in the Lord Jagannath rath (chariot) yatra in south Mumbai, the ISKCON Girgaum Chowpatty that orgganised the event said here Saturday.
Allahabad, Jan. 7 (ANI): Newly inducted hermits reached Allahabad on Monday, ahead of the 'Maha Kumbh' to get their training and to get acclimatized to their nomadic existence.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 1 (IANS) Lakhs of devotees offered prayers at the 12th century Jagannath temple in Odisha's Puri town on the New Year's Day Tuesday, official said.
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) The year 2013 will witness a lot of abstract digital prints and resurgence of vintage fashion, especially of the 1950s variety, with re-introduction of pencil skirts, predict fashion designers.
Mumbai, Dec 29 (IANS) Former actress and Rajya Sabha member Jaya Bachchan broke down Saturday during a silent march held for the Delhi gang-rape victim here this evening. The 23-year-old victim died in a Singapore hospital early Saturday.
Mumbai, Dec 25 (IANS) Actor-producer Paresh Rawal, widely appreciated for his performance, admits he is his own biggest critic.
New Delhi, Dec.24 (ANI): The Christmas shopping bug has found its way along with festive cheer and shopping malls, restaurants are doling out deals to tap the market.
Lucknow, Dec 23 (IANS) The Badminton Association of India (BAI) Sunday formulated a set of policies that will deem it necessary for a player to participate in certain number of tournaments that will take place within the country.
Puri (Odisha), Dec. 23 (ANI): Famed sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik and 30 students of his sand art institute have made over 500 sand sculptures of Santa Claus with a message to protect the environment. They are also attempting to establish a record to enter the Guinness Book of World Records.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 22 (IANS) Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Saturday created 500 sand Santa Clauses on the beach of his home town Puri in Odisha aiming to create a new world record.
Lucknow, Dec 20 (IANS) The retirement of top seed Saina Nehwal under controversial circumstances from the India Grand Prix Gold has prompted the Badminton Association of India (BAI) to formulate rules to ensure compulsory participation of the country's elite players in tournaments held at home.
United Nations, Dec 20 (IANS) The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Caucus in the Security Council expressed "grave concern" over the continuing illegal Israeli settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian lands, including East Jerusalem.
United Nations, Dec 20 (IANS) India has noted that the drawdown of the US-led forces in Afghanistan could create "a security vacuum" even as the country "continues to face an existential threat from terrorism" with the terror infrastructure drawing upon "support from beyond its borders".
New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) Character artist Om Puri has returned to the Delhi stage after nearly 25 years with a Punjabi play, "Teri Amrita", an adaptation of "Tumhari Amrita" by Javed Siddiqui based on A.C. Gurney's "Love Letters" at the Punjabi Theatre Festival Dec 19-22.
Boney Kapoor has clarified that he is planning a sequel and not a remake of Mr. India and hence he would introduce a new villain in the film.
Mumbai, Dec 18 (IANS) Filmmaker Boney Kapoor clarifies that he is planning a sequel to 1987 hit "Mr. India" and not a remake and added that he would introduce a new villain in the film.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 7 (IANS) At least four lakh migratory birds have so far thronged to Odisha's Chilika Lake - India's largest brackish water lagoon, an official said Friday.
Film: "Businessman"; Cast: Mahesh Babu, Kajal Agarwal, Prakash Raj, Nasser, Sayaji Shinde and Brahmaji; Director: Puri Jagannadh; Rating: **
Konark (Odisha), Dec.4 (ANI): Sand artists from across the world congregated in Konark city of Odisha's Puri District to participate in an international festival organised by the state tourism department.
Hyderabad, Dec 1 (IANS) International carrier Cathay Pacific is growing fast in India and sees strong demand in the aviation market in the country despite world aviation being at its low point, a top airline official said here Saturday.
Candolim (Goa), Nov 29 (IANS) Designer Pria Kaataria Puri, who is making her foray into Bollywood with styling up actresses Priyanka Chopra and Mahie Gill for the remake of 1973 film "Zanjeer", says she is doing the project just for director Apoorva Lakhia, who is "a very dear friend".
New York, Nov 28 (IANS) Underlining the need for greater regional cooperation and connectivity, India has called for concerted global action to isolate and root out the syndicate of terrorism to stabilise the fragile security situation in Afghanistan.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 28 (IANS) People from various age groups floated tiny boats in ponds, rivers and sea across coastal Odisha Wednesday to celebrate the auspicious 'Kartika Purnima' to remember the state's glorious maritime past.
Mumbai, Nov 27 (IANS) Actress Amrita Puri, the only female lead in director Abhishek Kapoor's "Kai Po Che!", says she was flattered with the attention she received on the movie's sets.
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) With as many as 30 shows, presence of international names including socialite Paris Hilton and the four?day festival divided into three main areas, the second edition of India Resort Fashion Week (IRFW) in Goa promises to set new trends and benchmarks in the world of fashion with its second season.
Mumbai, Nov.23 (ANI): A Fire broke out on the thirteenth floor of a residential building early on Friday morning.
United Nations, Nov 20 (IANS) The United Nations Security Council has adopted an India initiated statement expressing serious concern over continued violence by pirates against seafarers and calling for a comprehensive response by the international community.
New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) As winter knocks on the doors, stock up on a mix of clothes with Bohemian and hippie influences. From asymmetrical jackets, heavy knit mufflers, Grecian?draped knits to peplums and bejewelled headbands ? get stylish this season.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 12 (IANS) Odisha Monday confirmed 10 more dengue cases, taking the number of those infected with the mosquito-borne disease to 1,930 in the state this year.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 12 (IANS) At least one lakh migratory birds from places as far as Siberia, Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan have arrived at Odisha's Chilika Lake -- India's largest brackish water lagoon -- since October, an official said Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Nov 7 (IANS) Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Wednesday created on Odisha's Puri beach a huge sculpture of Barack Obama, who was re-elected the US president for the second term.
Chennai, Nov 1 (IANS) Debutant Telugu director Gopi Ganesh says his latest romantic-entertainer "Romeo", reflects the trademark touch of Puri Jagannadh, who has penned its story and dialogues.
New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) There was so little money that the film crew would sleep on the ground without any pillow or mattress, remembers Om Puri about the shooting of "Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro". Little did they know that the film would go on to become a cult black comedy and be re-released 29 years later.
Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Actress-turned-director Pooja Bhatt says she is tired of watching caricature of gay people in Hindi movies.
Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Shekhar Suman has roped in an actor with a heart of gold for his directorial debut "Heartless". Om Puri has agreed to work in the the movie but will not take even a dime for his effort.
Film: "Cameraman Ganga Tho Rambabu"; Cast: Pawan Kalyan, Tamannaah Bhatia, Prakash Raj, Brahmanandam and Ali; Director: Puri Jagannadh; Rating: ***
Chennai, Oct 18 (IANS) Southern actress Richa Gangopadhyaya, known for her work in films such as "Leader", "Mirapakaya" and "Mayakkam Enna", will play second lead in Allu Arjun-starrer Telugu romantic-entertainer "Iddarammayilatho", which was officially launched Oct 17.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 16 (IANS) Acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Tuesday created an image of Pakistani school girl Malala Yousufzai using three tonnes of sand on the beach of his home town in Odisha to wish her a speedy recovery. Malala was shot by Taliban last week for opposing them.
Chennai, Oct 15 (IANS) Puri Jagannadh's latest Telugu action-thriller "Cameraman Ganga Tho Rambabu" hits the screen Thursday and just a day before its release the southern filmmaker will begin shooting for his next Telugu film "Iddarammayilatho".
Bhubaneswar, Oct 10 (IANS) Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Wednesday sculpted a huge sand cake on the beach of his hometown Puri as a birthday gift to legendary Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan who turns 70 Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 10 (IANS) Security has been tightened in and around Odisha's Chilika Lake to stop poaching of migratory birds arriving here from Siberia, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan and the Himalayas, an official said Wednesday.
