Mumbai : As devotees across India prepare to observe Navratri 2026, the nine-day Hindu festival is once again bringing the worship of Goddess Durga, fasting, prayers and spiritual reflection into focus. The festival is traditionally dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, collectively known as Navadurga. Renowned astrologer Dr Vinod Kumar Acharya said Navratri […]
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12,000 Children, One New Puja Dress: ‘Sobar Pujo, Durga Pujo’ Returns for Its Fourth Year in Bengal KOLKATA, October 3, 2026: For thousands of children across West Bengal, Durga Pujo is often associated with a simple but deeply cherished ritual — wearing a new dress and stepping out to experience the festival with family and […]
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Kolkata: The organisers of the New Town Sanatani Durga Puja on Wednesday highlighted the challenges they claimed to have faced over the past four years, including difficulties in securing a venue and legal battles, during a press conference at the Press Club. The puja was inaugurated by BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in […]
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Kolkata: Bengal’s politics has once again turned towards religion, festivals and cultural identity, with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari accusing successive Left Front and Trinamool Congress governments of weakening the traditional cultural practices of Bengali Hindus. Speaking at a Ganesh Puja programme in Kestopur on Saturday, Adhikari said the issue goes back several decades, covering the […]
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Kolkata: With Durga Puja preparations entering their final phase, Manipal Hospitals Kolkata felicitated Kumartuli idol makers, Chandannagar light artisans, dhakis and representatives of puja committees at an event titled ‘Pujor Rupokar 2.0’. The programme focused on the people working behind the scenes to create the idols, lighting and traditional sounds associated with Bengal’s biggest festival. […]
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Kolkata: The true joy of celebrating special occasions lies in togetherness and inclusivity. A celebration feels whole only when no one is left behind — when every voice, every smile, and every presence becomes part of the moment. Embracing this philosophy, Greenply Industries Ltd. has been pioneering initiatives that redefine inclusivity through its flagship movement, […]
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PETA India’s Unique Pujo Installation Inspires Kindness to All of God’s Creation Kolkata : The City of Joy, known for its artistry and vibrant celebrations, witnessed a unique and compassionate twist to Durga Pujo festivities this year. At the Atlanta Club – Tollygunge pandal, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India unveiled an […]
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कोलकाता : दुर्गा पूजा के लिए लंबे समय से राज्य सरकार द्वारा सरकारी खजाने से अनुदान दिया जा रहा है। इसके साथ ही हर साल पूजा के समय बिजली बिल में भी छूट दी जाती है। इसी कारण अब राज्य की काली पूजा समितियों ने दीवाली के समय काली पूजा (Kalipuja) में भी राज्य से […]
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Kolkata : Durga Puja themes vary greatly across Kolkata. These themes showcase the creativity and diversity of Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata. Durga Puja is no longer just a religious resemblance, it also signifies socio-economic and cultural aspects and ambitions. Ballygunge 21 Pally Sarbojonin Durgotsab Samity started its journey in the year of Independence, i.e., […]
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• Use the code ‘BSF30’ to avail discounted rides during the Bengal Shopping Festival Expo, running from September 23rd to October 5th.• The code can be used 16 days across major Kolkata markets, New markets including Gariahat Market, Hatibagan Market, Burrabazar, and popular malls such as South City Mall, Quest Mall, Acropolis Mall, Avani Mall, […]
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