Tag: Durga Puja
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Mahalaya: The unwanted debate surrounding a pious occasion
Mahalaya is the day that marks the beginning of Devi Paksha and Pitri Paksha or Pitru Paksha ends on the day
September 25, 2022 -
Mahalaya Special: Rwitobroto, Angana share their Puja stories
Mahalaya marks the beginning of Durga Puja. On this special day, we caught up with the young stars Rwitobroto Mukherjee and Angana Roy for a fun-filling pujo adda.
September 25, 2022 -
Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja Pandal replicates the magnificent ‘Sheesh Mahal’
Sheesh Mahal also known as the Mirror Palace is a graceful magnificent piece of architecture situated in Jaipur and is an exemplary reflection of gorgeous precious stone and glass decor.
September 25, 2022 -
Mahalaya 2022: All you need to know about its significance, date, rituals
It is observed at the end of Shradh or Pitru Paksha, a 16-day period when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors.
September 24, 2022 -
‘Biggest’ Durga Puja pandal at Greater Noida West
Durga Puja festival is just around the corner and Delhi-NCR and Puja organisers are gearing up for the celebrations after a devastating global pandemic in the last two years with a "biggest" Durga Puja pandal this year at Matri Peeth in Greater Noida West.
September 24, 2022 -
Chalchitro, the fading tradition of Bengal
When something new comes, something old fades away. Such a tradition is the Chalchitro (traditional paintings, a folk art form).
September 23, 2022 -
Durga Puja 2022: Take a look at this ‘Vatican City’-themed pandal in Kolkata
Shree Bhoomi Sporting Club, which enthrals the audience with its theme every year, has set the theme of the Pooja Pandal as 'Vatican City' this year. They are also celebrating the Golden Jubilee Celebration of 50 years of Sri Bhoomi Sporting Club located at Bidhannar Kolkata.
September 23, 2022 -
Meenakshi Lekhi mock at Mamata for taking credit for Durga Puja feat
She called it "horrendous" that the state government that had "banned" Durga Puja and idol immersion is taking credit for its inclusion in the UNESCO’s list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
September 22, 2022 -
Maa Durga’s idol’s long hair made by Muslim craftsmen since ages
In India, where religious riots are often witnessed, this village truly holds the idea of “unity and diversity”.
September 21, 2022 -
Pets’ day out as they go pandal hopping
Another dog, Bo, a 8-year-old Beagle, was also getting ready for its matching clothes as the owner tried hard to find a matching dress material for it.
September 19, 2022 -
Kolkata: People throng markets ahead of Durga Puja celebrations
This year Durga Puja begins on October 1 with Maha Shashti and will end on October 5 with Maha Dasami.
September 19, 2022 -
Traditional Durga Puja Rituals
Durga Puja is synonymous with Bengal, it is the very essence that completes its age old traditions. Durga Puja is celebrated with great fervor every year. Although theme pujo is in trend these days, but the traditional ways can never be replaced. It is a major point of debate if the ancient traditions would be completely …
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September 18, 2022 -
Fashion for Durga Puja: a constant tug of between the traditional and western outfits
The modern world has changed every person's lifestyle but in some way or the other, every person is in a search of a scope when he/she can go back to his/her tradition.
September 18, 2022 -
A list of Bengali films releasing on this Durga Puja to add up your festivity
From adventure thriller and intense family drama to crime and romance, the slate of films is enormous. Here’s a list of Bengali films that should be in your watch-list this Puja.
September 17, 2022 -
BJP to start ‘Jail Bharo Andolan’ in West Bengal after Durga Puja
The development came after clashes broke out in several parts of the state as workers left for Kolkata to take part in Nabanna Abhiyan on Tuesday.
September 15, 2022 -
Going beyond reverence, creating life-like formations of Maa Durga
This year, with a hopeful heart, the artists have started their work and are preparing for the grand festival.
September 14, 2022 -
Durga Puja round the corner, Kolkatans on shopping spree
With festivities lined up, Kolkatans are rushing to shops and many are depending on digital shopping platforms. One of the central shopping hubs of the city New Market is buzzing with shoppers even on busy weekdays.
September 14, 2022