Durga Puja: News
20 Sep 2023
Bengali CinemaDurga Puja 2023: 'Dawshom Awbotaar,' 'Bagha Jatin,' other Bengali releases
Festive seasons are the best timeframe for film industries for lucrative commercial releases. Durga Puja is West Bengal's biggest festival and like every other year, 2023 promises an impressive slate for the ardent fans.
06 Feb 2023
BangladeshBangladesh: 14 Hindu temples vandalized; conspiracy against peace, says official
In a shocking incident, 14 Hindu temples in northeastern Bangladesh have been vandalized by unidentified miscreants, reported PTI.
07 Oct 2022
ChhattisgarhChhattisgarh: Clerk suspended after Ravan effigy's all heads remain unburnt
A civic body clerk was suspended in Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh while four officials were issued show cause notices on Thursday after none of the 10 heads of the effigy of Ravan burnt on Dussehra.
07 Oct 2022
Food5 Vijaya Dashami sweets you need to try
Vijaya Dashami, also called Dussehra marks the end of Navratri and the five-day festival of Durga Puja.
06 Oct 2022
West BengalBengal: 8 die in flash flood during Durga idol immersion
At least eight persons drowned and several others went missing after a flash flood hit Mal river in Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal when hundreds of people had gathered at the river bank for Durga idol immersion on Wednesday night.
05 Oct 2022
DussehraDussehra 2022: Meaning, significance, celebrations, and more
Also known as Vijayadashami, Dussehra marks the triumph of good over evil.
04 Oct 2022
FoodRecipe-o'-clock: Here's how you can make Kolkata chicken biryani
Durga Puja not only calls for fun and frolic but also triggers a bong's immense love for food, especially biryani.
03 Oct 2022
West BengalWest Bengal: Durga Puja economy creates 3 lakh job opportunities
Durga Puja, West Bengal's largest festival, has evolved into a magnanimous industry over the past few decades.
03 Oct 2022
NavratriDurga Ashtami 2022: Significance, celebrations, and more
October 3, this year, marks Durga Ashtami, the third day of Durga Puja and the eighth day of Navratri.
30 Sep 2022
WeddingsCheck out these impressive pre-wedding shoot locations in Kolkata
While you and your partner whisper sweet nothings and giggle with joy in each other's arms, you might want to etch that moment in your memory palace forever.
29 Sep 2022
MakeupDurga Puja: Recommended makeup looks for the 5-day extravaganza
One of the most vibrant and joyous occasions, Durga Puja is the most awaited festival among Bengalis across India.
29 Sep 2022
KolkataVisiting Salt Lake and Dum Dum? Check out these pandals
Although Durga Puja begins this weekend, people have already started hitting pandals across Kolkata to avoid the rush on the main days of the festival.
28 Sep 2022
West Bengal5 Bengali films that capture the spirit of Durga Puja
It is that time of the year when the sweet fragrance of shiuli adorns the air, fluffy white clouds flock to the sky, and the joyous beats of dhak announce the arrival of Maa Durga on Earth.
27 Sep 2022
Food5 authentic Bengali recipes to try during Durga Puja
Bengal's biggest festival Durga Puja is synonymous with the energetic beat of dhak, stuffing your face with Bengali delicacies, endless adda, and pandal hopping in new clothes.
26 Sep 2022
KolkataUnique Durga Puja pandals to visit this year in Kolkata
Durga Puja is less than a week away, and the festival preparations are in full swing in the City of Joy.
26 Sep 2022
Fashion Tips5 traditional Bengali sarees to wear on Durga Puja
Durga Puja is all about good food, reunion with friends and family, and pandal hopping while flaunting your new stylish outfits.
26 Sep 2022
NavratriNavratri 2022: History, significance, rituals, and more
The grand festive season of India, Navratri, begins today and ends on October 5th this year.
26 Sep 2022
Kolkata5 must-visit Durga Puja pandals in north Kolkata
Kolkata is welcoming Durga Puja with open arms this year after two years of the pandemic suffered pandals and mask mandates.
25 Sep 2022
LifestyleMahalaya 2022: History, significance, rituals, and more
Set your alarms at 4 am and tune into Mahishasur Mandini, because it's time to celebrate Maa Durga's arrival!
23 Sep 2022
Kolkata5 must-visit Durga Puja pandals in south Kolkata
Durga Puja is almost here and we can't help but count the days for the five-day extravaganza that feels like a carnival.
23 Sep 2022
KolkataKolkata: Durga Puja pandal based on 'Vatican City' theme inaugurated
Durga Puja preparations are in full swing in Kolkata, and with an early inauguration this year, Lake Town, Bidhannagar's Sree Bhumi Sporting Club is ready to awe devotees with their pandal designed like the Vatican City's St. Peter's Basilica.
23 Sep 2022
DelhiDurga Puja 2022: Here are 5 must-visit pandals in Delhi
Durga Puja is knocking at the door and we know you are restless to visit some beautiful pandals nearby and seek the Goddess's blessings.
22 Sep 2022
Fashion TipsShashthi to Dashami - Durga Puja lookbook for women
Durga Puja is almost here and we are just as excited as you are for the extravagant five-day festival that brings with it a lot of fun and frolic.
21 Sep 2022
Fashion TipsCheck out these Durga Puja fashion ideas for men
Durga Puja, Bengal's most awaited festival is around the corner.
20 Sep 2022
Fashion Tips5 fashion tips for women this Durga Puja
The most awaited Bengali festival is almost here and we cannot keep calm!
19 Sep 2022
FoodDurga Puja special: Breakfast recipes you must try this 'pujo'
One of the biggest festivals of India, and the most awaited of West Bengal, Durga Puja is almost here.
15 Aug 2022
Diwali5 unique ways to style your 6-yards of elegance
The festive season is about to kick off with Independence Day coming to a close. The fervor of Ganesh Chaturthi, Durga Puja, and Diwali will grace the atmosphere in no time.
16 Oct 2021
Bangladesh2 Hindu men killed in Bangladesh violence; toll reaches 6
Two Hindu men have been killed in Bangladesh, police officials said, marking fresh casualties in the ongoing communal violence in the neighboring country.
15 Oct 2021
Bangladesh'Disturbing': India slams attacks during Durga Puja in Bangladesh
India has condemned the recent communal violence during Durga Puja celebrations in the neighboring Bangladesh, terming it "disturbing."
08 Oct 2021
NavratriFollow these few dietary tips for a fun festive season
The festive season is here!
07 Oct 2021
Fashion TipsWhat can girls wear on five days of Durga Puja?
Durga Puja is round the corner.
27 Sep 2021
IndiaBanks closed up to 21 days in October: Check list
Banks in India will be closed for up to 21 days in October, including weekly offs, viz., second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays.
25 Sep 2021
Bengali CinemaFive Bengali films to release during Durga Puja festivities
Five Bengali films are slated to hit the big screen this Durga Puja, as the producers are optimistic about a good response following the rise in footfall at cinema halls showing Bengali films with fresh content.
06 Sep 2021
West BengalKolkata: Durga puja committees cut costs to support orphans, poor
With West Bengal still recovering from the ravages of the COVID-19 second wave and Cyclone Yaas, several Durga puja committees in Kolkata have decided to allot a portion of this year's budget for humanitarian causes.
03 Sep 2021
West BengalMamata's 'idol' to share space with Durga in Kolkata pandal
A controversy has erupted in West Bengal over the organizers of a Durga puja pandal deciding to put up an idol of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at their marquee alongside Goddess Durga's.
10 Aug 2021
OdishaOdisha allows 'indoor-like' pandals for Durga and other pujas
The Odisha government has allowed different puja committees to conduct the Durga, Ganesh, Laxmi, Kali puja, and other similar events on pandals in indoor-like conditions only for observance of rituals without any public participation, an official order said.
14 Jul 2021
KolkataKolkata: Everyone involved in Durga Puja work will be vaccinated
The community Durga Puja committees in Kolkata will ensure that all those who are involved in the rituals and other related works are vaccinated in the next three months, an official said on Wednesday.
05 Jul 2021
West BengalWB: Durga Puja celebrations to be low-key this year too
With three months to go for Durga Puja, arrangements are afoot for the five-day festival in Kolkata, but organizers, much like last year, have decided to keep the celebrations low-key in view of the COVID-19 situation.
02 Jul 2021
DiwaliBengali film producers announce release dates of seven movies
With the gradual easing of curbs on shootings and improvement in the COVID-19 situation, big-time Bengali film producers have announced release dates of seven films, three of them during the Durga Puja festival and one during Christmas.
27 Oct 2020
BiharMunger: Police clashes with Durga worshippers; 1 killed, many injured
A man was killed while several others were injured amid clashes during the immersion of Goddess Durga's idol in Bihar's Munger on Monday.