Kolkata's magical Durga Puja pandals famous for their unique themes and grand sets are once again in the limelight as we move closer to the most auspicious days of Navratri. Kolkata, the heart of the ...

Kolkata: Puja gates turn into mosquito breeding grounds, raising dengue-malaria fears. The grand decorative gates and pandals of Durga Puja are now being flagged as potential health hazards. Rainwater ...

About 20 societies participated in the competition, with several receiving honours for their outstanding efforts in bringing unique themes and artistry to the Durga Puja celebration Noida: The most ...

A huge religious carnival shows that India remains a country of diverse political and social beliefs, despite the right-wing national government’s dominance. The Durga Puja, the Bengal region’s ...

India's millions of migrant workers, whose plight under lockdown moved the country, will receive a unique tribute at a ...

As the beats of the Dhak recede, the festive lights that made Kolkata resplendent since mid-September dim and the fervent exchange of Bijoya greetings with its usual overdose of sweet indulgences ...

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Kolkata: The number of foreign tourists in Kolkata this Durga Puja is up by nearly 20% over last year, reflecting the festival's ever-growing appeal among foreigners since it won the Unesco heritage ...