Durga Puja celebrations muted amid attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
The Hindus in Bangladesh will celebrate Durga Puja in a subdued manner this year to register their protest against attacks on the community following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, according to minority leaders.
Durga Puja 2024: Importance of each day of celebration
The final day marks the return of Goddess Durga to her celestial abode. It is on this day that the immersion ceremony takes place. According to rituals, the idols of Goddess Durga are brought to a river or sea with grand processions and then immersed in it.
Durga Puja holiday extends by one day
According to the existing holiday calendar, Sunday, October 13, was already designated as a holiday for Durga Puja, with Friday and Saturday (October 11-12) being weekends. With the inclusion of Thursday, government employees will now enjoy a total of four consecutive days off for Durga Puja.
Durga Puja festival: where it originated and how it’s celebrated
Durga Puja is a festival dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga – daughter, mother, warrior and defeater of demons
Durga Puja 2024: Fifteen community festivals in and around Kolkata with unique, poignant themes
From an eco-friendly marquee with 8,000 saplings to one highlighting discrimination in our society and abolition of Sati, and plenty in between.
Durga Puja 2024: What does it cost to keep up with the culture and celebrations in Delhi?
According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the festive season is expected to boost Delhi’s economy significantly, with the capital projected to contribute over Rs 8,000 crore in market activity.
Durga Puja 2024: 5 traditional Bengali-style rice delicacies that are a must try!
From the rhythm of dhak to the preparation of sumptuous delicacies, Durga puja is here, and it’s that time of the year when ...
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Durga Puja: Public servants set for 4-day holiday stretch
Durga Puja, the largest religious festival of the Hindu community, will begin this Wednesday with Mahashasthi and conclude on ...
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Durga Puja Calendar 2024: Date-wise full schedule, vidhi, and rituals
Apart from its profound religious value, Durga Puja joins millions of believers, especially in India, nurturing a cultural ...
Ritobrota Dey admitted to a hospital ahead of Durga Puja; Undergoes a surgery
Actress Ritobrota Dey, known for 'Ashtami', faces a medical emergency due to gallbladder stones just before Durga Puja.
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Durga Puja celebrated at Times Square, uniting Indian-Americans
The two-day event, organised by The Bengali Club USA, commenced with the traditional Nabami Puja and Durga Stotras, marking ...
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Durga Puja 2024: Wishes, messages, and quotes to share with your friends and family
Durga Puja is celebrated during the last few days of Navratri. It honours the divine power of Goddess Durga and her victory ...
The Power of Navratri: Honoring Goddess Durga and Manifesting Desires
Navratri, observed twice yearly, celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the power of the divine feminine. Honoring the ...
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Awami League offers Durga Puja greetings to Hindus, calls for peaceful celebration
The Awami League today (8 October) called on its leaders, workers, and all those who believe in the spirit of the Liberation War to work together and preserve Bangladesh's traditional communal harmony ...
From Rohit Roy to Tina Datta, Bengali celebs share their Durga Puja plans
From Rohit Roy, Debina Bonnerjee to Tina Datta, Bengali celebs talks about what they look forward to on Durga Puja plans this ...