Durga Puja In Bengal
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Mamata Banerjee's 'Courtesy' Visit To Injured MP, BJP's 'No Arrest' Question
Countering BJP's criticism over the West Bengal government holding a Durga Puja carnival in Kolkata after north Bengal was devastated by landslides, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has explained why the event could not be cancelled
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PM Modi Performs Aarti At Famous Temple In Delhi's 'Mini Bengal'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited a Durga Puja pandal in south Delhi's CR Park neighbourhood on the auspicious occasion of Ashtami. He offered prayers to Goddess Durga amid chanting of mantras.
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'Tariffs, Visa Rules, Betrayal': Trump Featured As 'Asura' In Bengal Durga Puja Pandal, Video Viral
A Durga Puja pandal in Baharampur, West Bengal, has portrayed US President Donald Trump as the asura or demon, sparking widespread attention. Organisers said the decision was a response to Trump's recent actions, including 50% tariff on Indian goods
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Weather Agency Predicts Rainfall During 5-Day Durga Puja Festival In West Bengal
Durga Puja festivities may get somewhat dampened as a new low pressure area likely to form over the Bay of Bengal on October 1 would bring rain in many areas during next seven days with downpour at isolated places in some districts of south Bengal
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7 Iconic Places In Bengal For An Unforgettable Durga Puja Experience
These iconic places in Bengal offer a glimpse into the state's rich cultural heritage and its love for Durga Puja celebrations.
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Durga Puja Special: 15 Iconic Bengali Sweets You Must Try This Festive Season
From rosogolla and chhena payesh offered to the goddess as symbols of purity to narkel naru and pati shapta lovingly prepared at home, mishti during Puja symbolises devotion, prosperity, and togetherness.
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BJP Versus Trinamool After Mamata Banerjee's Dandiya At Kolkata Puja Pandal
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today joined women at a puja pandal in Kolkata in a few steps of Dandiya.
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Travelling To Kolkata For Durga Puja? Latest Travel Advisory You Cannot Miss
If you plan to travel to Kolkata, monitor official airline and railway channels for real-time information and contact your carrier or booking agent for assistance.
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Women Empowerment, Armed Forces Among Many Themes Of Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals
Tracing back to August 16, 1946, when large parts of Kolkata were engulfed in communal frenzy, residents of a south Kolkata neighbourhood stood firm to prevent troublemakers from disturbing peace in the Hindustan Park-Purna Das Road-Lake area.
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Why Bengalis Eat Fish And Meat During Navratri While The Rest Of India Fasts
In Bengal, Navratri is not just about fasting and restraint. It is the lead-up to Durga Puja, the region's most important cultural and religious festival.
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Durga Idol's Face Stolen In Bengal, Accused Tied To Pole And Thrashed
The faces of two Durga idols were allegedly stolen from a workshop of sculptor Bapi Pal and recovered from a nearby workshop of Pritam Thakur.
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Mamata Banerjee Writes Theme Song For Kolkata's Durga Puja Committee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written the lyrics of the theme song of a Durga Puja committee in Kolkata, which was sung by a state minister.
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Weather Department Forecasts Rain In West Bengal Ahead Of Durga Puja
The Meteorological Department has forecast spells of rain in Kolkata and several districts of south Bengal in the run-up to Durga Puja, the state's biggest festival.
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West Bengal's Priests, Drummers Fear Travelling To Other States For Festivities
Reports of Bengali-speaking migrants being allegedly harassed in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, and Rajasthan have cast a long shadow over the season of celebration.
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West Bengal Hikes Assistance For Durga Puja Organisers, Will Now Give Rs 85,000
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced government assistance of Rs 85,000 for each community Durga Puja organiser in the state.
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Mamata Banerjee's 'Courtesy' Visit To Injured MP, BJP's 'No Arrest' Question
Countering BJP's criticism over the West Bengal government holding a Durga Puja carnival in Kolkata after north Bengal was devastated by landslides, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has explained why the event could not be cancelled
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PM Modi Performs Aarti At Famous Temple In Delhi's 'Mini Bengal'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited a Durga Puja pandal in south Delhi's CR Park neighbourhood on the auspicious occasion of Ashtami. He offered prayers to Goddess Durga amid chanting of mantras.
-
'Tariffs, Visa Rules, Betrayal': Trump Featured As 'Asura' In Bengal Durga Puja Pandal, Video Viral
A Durga Puja pandal in Baharampur, West Bengal, has portrayed US President Donald Trump as the asura or demon, sparking widespread attention. Organisers said the decision was a response to Trump's recent actions, including 50% tariff on Indian goods
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Weather Agency Predicts Rainfall During 5-Day Durga Puja Festival In West Bengal
Durga Puja festivities may get somewhat dampened as a new low pressure area likely to form over the Bay of Bengal on October 1 would bring rain in many areas during next seven days with downpour at isolated places in some districts of south Bengal
-
7 Iconic Places In Bengal For An Unforgettable Durga Puja Experience
These iconic places in Bengal offer a glimpse into the state's rich cultural heritage and its love for Durga Puja celebrations.
-
Durga Puja Special: 15 Iconic Bengali Sweets You Must Try This Festive Season
From rosogolla and chhena payesh offered to the goddess as symbols of purity to narkel naru and pati shapta lovingly prepared at home, mishti during Puja symbolises devotion, prosperity, and togetherness.
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BJP Versus Trinamool After Mamata Banerjee's Dandiya At Kolkata Puja Pandal
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today joined women at a puja pandal in Kolkata in a few steps of Dandiya.
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Travelling To Kolkata For Durga Puja? Latest Travel Advisory You Cannot Miss
If you plan to travel to Kolkata, monitor official airline and railway channels for real-time information and contact your carrier or booking agent for assistance.
-
Women Empowerment, Armed Forces Among Many Themes Of Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals
Tracing back to August 16, 1946, when large parts of Kolkata were engulfed in communal frenzy, residents of a south Kolkata neighbourhood stood firm to prevent troublemakers from disturbing peace in the Hindustan Park-Purna Das Road-Lake area.
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Why Bengalis Eat Fish And Meat During Navratri While The Rest Of India Fasts
In Bengal, Navratri is not just about fasting and restraint. It is the lead-up to Durga Puja, the region's most important cultural and religious festival.
-
Durga Idol's Face Stolen In Bengal, Accused Tied To Pole And Thrashed
The faces of two Durga idols were allegedly stolen from a workshop of sculptor Bapi Pal and recovered from a nearby workshop of Pritam Thakur.
-
Mamata Banerjee Writes Theme Song For Kolkata's Durga Puja Committee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written the lyrics of the theme song of a Durga Puja committee in Kolkata, which was sung by a state minister.
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Weather Department Forecasts Rain In West Bengal Ahead Of Durga Puja
The Meteorological Department has forecast spells of rain in Kolkata and several districts of south Bengal in the run-up to Durga Puja, the state's biggest festival.
-
West Bengal's Priests, Drummers Fear Travelling To Other States For Festivities
Reports of Bengali-speaking migrants being allegedly harassed in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, and Rajasthan have cast a long shadow over the season of celebration.
-
West Bengal Hikes Assistance For Durga Puja Organisers, Will Now Give Rs 85,000
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced government assistance of Rs 85,000 for each community Durga Puja organiser in the state.
