Author: Tarani Trotter

Sahi Jata:The Jaga Ghara Culture
Puri has been a pilgrimage centre for ages for all Hindus & there are many festivities & rituals surrounding Jagannath Temple. Puri was attacked at least 17 times, mostly by …
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The Journey of Odia Cinema: 1936-1986
April 28th is Utkal Gourab Madhusudan Das’s birthday. He is best remembered for his contribution towards creation of separate Odia state on linguistic basis. As a tribute to him, his …
Read MoreThe Search for Sahasralingas in Odisha
In the sun light from heavenA thousand Lingas shine The Lord is present In every stone divine ! Linga is a symbol of worship of the Hindu God Shiba & …
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Prachi Valley – Odisha’s Best Kept Secret!
“Ubhaya Prachi Tate Raja Nibasan Maha Bijaya Prasadam Karayati” The Hathigumpha inscriptions at Udayagiri, BBSR, speaks about Prachi river. Prachi Mahatmya uses these lines which literally means as “On the …
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Sahi Jata: Where Rabana is the Protagonist
“Bhrata me Kumbhakarna Sakala Pubala Dhwanshakari Baliyan Putra me Meghanada Prahasito Badano Jen Baddha Surendra | Khadga me Chandrahaso Ranamukha Chapalo Rakhyasa Me Sahayah Sohey Girbana Satrus Tribhubana Bijayi Rabano …
Read MoreThings to Do in Temple City Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is the fastest growing city in Eastern India with a blend of traditional & cosmopolitan looks. The Old Town part of Bhubaneswar, better known as Temple Town is more …
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Heritage Bridges of Odisha-I
Odisha has been blessed with big rivers, tributaries & numerous canals. Initially, there were makeshift bridges made of wood or bamboo, which were later on replaced by stone masonry. Many …
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