Puri

Religious tourism fuels residential boom in tier-2 cities: report

Tier-2 cities with a strong religious tourism appeal, including Prayagraj, Varanasi, Puri, and Shirdi, are witnessing a significant surge in residential demand, according to a report by Magicbricks. This growing interest is driven by a mix of self-use, investment, and rental opportunities, with these cities leveraging their cultural and spiritual significance to attract buyers. Prayagraj, home to the sacred confluence of rivers, recorded a remarkable 28% year-on-year (YoY) increase in demand, ...

September 16, 2024 5:56 PM

Security heightened in Puri ahead of Lord Jagannath’s Bahuda Yatra

As the city of Puri prepares for the Bahuda Yatra, marking the return of Lord Jagannath and his siblings to their main temple, authorities have ramped up security measures to ensure a smooth and safe celebration. The Bahuda Yatra, scheduled for Monday, signifies the conclusion of a nine-day sojourn for Lord Jagannath, Goddess Subhadra, and Lord Balabhadra. Devotees will pull three chariots carrying the deities from Sri Gundicha temple back to Sri Mandir, their primary abode. “All our arrange...