Bamboo frames and iron poles set up on pavements and along roads ahead of Durga Puja to hang advertisement banners are still standing precariously in many places across the city. The Kolkata Municipal ...

Some University students were reminded Sunday of the taste of their childhood. For the first time since they came to the United States, approximately 100 students, many from Bengal (east India), were ...

The Calcutta High Court has directed the state to provide police protection to the puja committee conducting Jagadhatri Puja at Sarkar Para Durga Mandir, in a plea by the committee seeking ...

Many women fast for the well-being of their loved ones. Devotees often follow a strict 36-hour fast, without water. Chhath Puja 2024: It's festival season overload, and right after Diwali and Bhai ...

Chhatt Puja is celebrated in certain states in North India namely Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Bihar. It is also popular in Nepal. It is a Vedic festival that is dedicated to the Sun God ...

The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to ensure peace during the festive season following a petition alleging post-Kali Puja violence in Kolkata. The court emphasized the ...

Chhath Puja 2024 Date & Timings: The four-day Chhath Puja, celebrated across India and abroad, kickstarts on Tuesday (November 5) and will continue till Friday (November 8), with special rituals ...

Nahay Khay is the first day of Chhath Puja festivities. It marks the beginning of the auspicious four-day festival. On this day, women observing the Chhath fast (vrat) eat only one meal ...

Govardhan Puja 2024: From puja vidhi to shubh muhurat to date, here’s all that you need to know about this auspicious day. Govardhan Puja 2024: Also known as Annakut Puja, Govardhan Puja is ...

Govardhan Puja marks a joyous occasion honoring Lord Krishna’s love and protection for his devotees. It’s a time for families to gather, worship, and express gratitude. Whether you’re celebrating with ...