ICYMI: Kajol breaks down meeting uncle at Durga Puja 2021, hugs him tight as she gets teary-eyed - Watch
Kajol got all teary-eyed as she greeted her relatives and probably met them after long as the COVID-19 pandemic did change life for everyone around.
Oct 13, 2021, 14:01 PM IST
Durga Puja: New 'Burj Khalifa' in middle of which Indian city draws huge crowds - Know here
A slice of the desert Emirate of Dubai seems to have been imported into Kolkata, with a lit-up replica of Burj Khalifa having been created by artists and electrical whiz-kids in Salt Lake City’s Lake town area, attracting tens of thousands of people and creating traffic jams throughout the day. Watch this report for more details.
Oct 13, 2021, 09:06 AM IST
Navratri 2021 Day 8: Worship Maa Mahagauri on Durga Ashtami, know mantras to chant
Mahagauri is worshipped on the eighth day of Navaratri. Maa Mahagauri is believed to be an avatar of Devi Parvati, the divine consort of Lord Shiva.
Oct 13, 2021, 07:55 AM IST
Kolkata’s popular puja pandal ‘Burj Khalifa’ cancels laser show after complains from pilots
A replica of Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa has been built by a puja pandal in Kolkata, it is a major crowd puller this year.
Oct 13, 2021, 07:47 AM IST
Dussehra 2021: When is Vijayadashami celebrated in India, check details here
India is celebrating the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashmi or Dussehra on October 15, which falls at the 10th day of Sharad Navratri, marking the end of Durga Puja that spans over nine nights. Durga Puja is one of the most important festivals of Hindus and is also celebrated by people in some part of Nepal, Bhutan and Myanmar.
Oct 12, 2021, 16:46 PM IST
Durga Puja 2021: Day and date-wise puja chart of the festival!
Durga Pujo, as Bengalis call it, coincides with the 9-day Navratri festival.
Oct 12, 2021, 13:37 PM IST
Farmer’s movement comes to life at a Durga puja pandal in Kolkata
Farmer’s movement was the key focus at a Durga puja pandal in Kolkata. Dum Dum Park Bharat Chakra has made a puja pandal based on the theme of farmer’s movement that have taken place till date in India. The present farmer’s movement against the three farm bills finds mention. What’s interesting is that even Lakhimpur Kheri incident finds a place at this Durga puja pandal.
Oct 11, 2021, 17:28 PM IST
Navratri 2021, Day 6: Pray to Maa Katyayani for a blissful married life, chant these mantras
Devi Katyayani is associated with the red colour, similar to Maa Durga. According to Skanda Purana, Devi Katyayani is created from the spontaneous anger of the Gods, which ultimately killed the demon - Mahishasura.
Oct 11, 2021, 08:20 AM IST
Statue of CM Mamata Banerjee at a puja pandal in Kolkata
The color of Durga Puja in Kolkata is in full swing, especially in Durga Puja pandals where idols made on different themes remain the center of attraction. At the same time, there seems to be a political temper as well. Watch this special report.
Oct 10, 2021, 16:42 PM IST
Navratri 2021, Day 5: Invoke Devi Skandamata for wisdom and chant these mantras
Maa Durga is worshipped in nine forms during Navratri and each day is dedicated to one of her avatars.
Oct 10, 2021, 13:59 PM IST
Durga Puja 2021: From Khela Hobe to Bengal Renaissance, take a look at this year's pandals- In pics
Oct 10, 2021, 13:00 PM IST
West Bengal relaxes COVID measure for Durga Puja, check latest update
West Bengal government has relaxed COVID measures during Durga puja from October 10 to October 20.
Oct 09, 2021, 22:06 PM IST
History created in Kolkata Durga Puja
The 66 parish in South Kolkata is set to create history by giving the responsibility of worship to four women. A group of women in Kolkata are set to create history during the upcoming Durga Puja in Kolkata by breaking into a male bastion. The group, led by priest Nandini Bhowmik and his associates - Ruma, Semanti and Poulami - will be responsible for all the rituals in the five-day festival at 66 Palli.
Oct 07, 2021, 17:42 PM IST
Durga Puja 2021: Good news for devotees! Calcutta HC permits fully vaccinated people to visit pandals
People who have received both the COVID-19 jabs can offer Pushpanjali and participate in Sindoor Khela this Durga puja in West Bengal.
Oct 07, 2021, 14:47 PM IST
Navratri 2021: Dholi Taro Dhol Baaje to Chogada Tara - Add these Garba songs to your festive playlist!
Update your song playlist with these peppy Garbha songs for Navratri 2021.
Oct 07, 2021, 11:15 AM IST
Navratri 2021: Day 1 of Sharad Navratri begins, know why it is significant
On Day 1 of Navratri, goddess Shailputri is worshipped. During these 9 days of festivity, different avatars of goddess Durga are evoked and prayed to.
Oct 07, 2021, 07:56 AM IST
Bengaluru issues fresh guidelines for Durga puja, check complete guidelines here
The Bengaluru civic body BBMP issued fresh guidelines for Durga Puja celebrations and separate guidelines for prayers, Debi Boron (Visarjan) and for the installation of idols. Check them here
Oct 06, 2021, 19:10 PM IST
COVID-19 scare: No visitors allowed into Durga Puja pandals, says Calcutta High Court
For second year, Durga Puja pandals have been made no-entry zones for members of the public in West Bengal to curb the spread of Covid-19 infection due to crowding.
Oct 02, 2021, 07:48 AM IST
West Bengal extends COVID restrictions till October 30, curbs lifted during Durga Puja
West Bengal extends COVID-19 restrictions till October 30, ahead of Durga Puja
Sep 30, 2021, 19:04 PM IST
Bappi Lahiri records song with Rituparna Sengupta for Durga Puja 2021
Rituparna Sengupta is known for her works in Bengali and Hindi cinema.
Sep 30, 2021, 17:04 PM IST
