Filmmakers across Bengali and Hindi movie industries have held a long fascination for this particular ritual to draw a parallel between the warrior goddess and the strength of the contemporary Indian ...

As Durga Puja celebrations reached their peak on Navami, actress Alia Bhatt also a striking appearance at the Durga Puja pandal hosted by Rani Mukerji and Kajol’s families in Mumbai, where she offered ...

This year presents a rare alignment as Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra coincide on October 2nd, a phenomenon last seen in 2006. While Gandhi Jayanti consistently falls on this date, Dussehra's timing ...

Actor Priyanka Chopra, who is currently in Mumbai, took time out of her schedule to visit a Durga Puja pandal in the city. She was seen at a pandal organized by the families of Rani Mukerji and Kajol, ...

West Bengal’s Durga Puja economy in 2025 rebounded strongly, expanding by an estimated 10–15% to touch around Rs 46,000–50,000 crore after a decline last year, stakeholders said. Buoyant corporate ...

The state government’s grant to puja organisers continued, with each of nearly 45,000 committees receiving Rs 1.1 lakh this year.

A bumper lotus harvest in West Bengal's southern districts ensures no supply crisis for Durga Puja rituals this year. Abundant local production, aided by favorable weather, has eliminated the need for ...

Durga Puja in Kolkata goes beyond ritualistic formalities. It is a festival that brings people from all walks of life together. For these few days, the city never sleeps, as people queue up in front ...

As Durga Puja approaches, renowned novelist Amitav Ghosh treated his followers to a delightful glimpse of a unique pre-festival celebration in Boston. Sharing an image on Instagram, Ghosh revealed he ...

India is a land of festivals, and with September comes a season of celebrations across the country. Starting with Navratri, the festive spirit sweeps through every region with great fervour and ...

1. Trishul This three pointed sacred weapon was given to Maa Durga by Her husband Lord Shiva. The three points of the Trishul represent the past, the present, and the future. The center spike ...