Kolkata/Chandernagore: At least one city Durga Puja pandal has decided to make ‘Space ... in Parliament was chosen as the puja theme. In 2023, the puja organisers decided to capture the euphoria ...

BALASORE: Tensions flared up in Gopinathpur village under Bhograi block here after unidentified miscreants reportedly vandalised at least 10 unfinished clay idols of Goddess Durga and other ...

Rourkela: A 12-year-old boy was burnt alive in a tragic incident at the Durga Puja pandal near Telephone Bhawan in Sector-6 here on Tuesday afternoon. The deceased, Badal Maharana from Telephone ...

As early as March, the city’s artisans begin preparations for the Durga Puja season in October-November, when grand chandi medhas (silver filigree tableaux) adorn puja pandals. Last year ...

Chaitra Navratri 2025: The first day of Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, the first form of Maa Durga. (FE) Navratri 2025 Date, Time: On the occasion of Chaitra Navratri ...

Chaitra Navratri puja vidhi involves a series of rituals and practices to worship Goddess Durga and her nine forms. Here's a step-by-step guide: Begin by purifying yourself with a bath and wearing ...

Chaitra Navratri 2025: Devotees keep an image of NavDurga in their home temples to celebrate Goddess Durga on the occasion of Chaitra Navratri.(Pexels) Chaitra Navratri, one of the most-awaited ...

What are Holika Dahan 2025 puja vidhi and samagri? Holika Dahan celebrations begin at night with a sacred bonfire, symbolising the victory of good over evil. Hindus gather with family, friends ...

Offering puja items: The bonfire is worshipped with holy water (Gangajal), kumkum, flowers, and turmeric, seeking divine blessings. Lighting the fire: The bonfire is lit while chanting sacred ...

“During the recent regime change in Bangladesh, several incidents of attacks on mutts, temples, Durgapuja pandals and educational institutions, desecration of deities, barbaric ...