Durga idol immersion
Odisha Extends Internet Ban in Cuttack Until October 7 Following Communal Clashes During Durga Festival
Oct 07, 2025 03:01 am CST
The Odisha government has extended internet restrictions in Cuttack until October 7 following violent clashes during Durga idol immersion ceremonies. Two separate incidents in Daragha Bazar left 31 people injured, including police personnel. Authorities aim to prevent the spread of inflammatory content on social media platforms that could further disrupt communal harmony and public peace.
Tragic Drowning of 16-Year-Old During Durga Idol Immersion Ceremony in Ayodhya
Oct 03, 2025 09:26 pm CST
A tragic accident occurred in Ayodhya district where 16-year-old Sandeep drowned after slipping into a pond during a Durga idol immersion ceremony. Despite a five-hour rescue operation by police and divers, the teenager from Salhipur Parsipur village was pronounced dead upon arrival at the local health center.