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Here is a list of five podcasts that will be helpful to every devotee trying to have a memorable Durga Puja. (Photo: PTI)

Durga Puja 2018: 6 podcasts every millennial Bengalis must listen to

From looking your best to organizing chanting sessions with friends and family, everything adds on to a bucket of memories.

19 Oct 2018 9:00 AM

The idol is said to be almost 1000 years old, and was found 14 feet under the ground by one of the Haldar forefathers somewhere in Odisha. (Photo: www.baghbazarhaldarbari.com)

Durga Puja 2018: A family idol that is never immersed

What makes puja stand out is fact that this is only place where idol of Durga is never immersed and is worshipped all round the year.

19 Oct 2018 8:45 AM

A popular North Kolkata Durga Puja idol. The ten hands of Lord Durga hold in them a conch, discuss, lotus, sword, bow with arrow, trishul, mace, thunderbolt, snake and flame. (Photo: Debojyoti Sanyal)

Durga Puja 2018: Here's what the 10 weapons of the Goddess signify

The ten arms of Lord Durga symbolize that she protects her devotees from all directions namely the eight corners and from sky and earth.

16 Oct 2018 10:24 AM

Models wearing Sanaa Couture by Suruchi Khanna.

Glam up the garba!

The nip in the air is already setting in, and October is the official month to kick-start festivities in India.

16 Oct 2018 12:17 AM

Though the festivities in Kolkata turn into on a grand, larger-than-life experience, Bengalis in Mumbai are not too far behind. (Photo: Debojyoti Sanyal)

Durga Puja 2018: 6 pandals you must visit in Mumbai

Here’s taking a look at 6 of the top pujas in Mumbai you must visit.

15 Oct 2018 4:28 PM

During Durga Puja, many devotees offer prayers to the Goddess precisely on the belief that she will protect them and their families in times of need. (Photo: Supratim Chakraborty)

Durga Puja 2018: 6 tips for diabetics to enjoy autumnal festivities

Here are a few small measures that could ensure diabetes afflicted individuals keep sugar levels in check during the festive days.

15 Oct 2018 12:45 PM

The theme was chosen to deliver the message that Bengal stands for tolerance and peace. (Photo: Facebook Screengrab)

Durga Puja 2018: Padmaavat returns as theme in two Kolkata pandals

Both the Sribhumi Sporting Club and the Md Ali Park puja committees modelled their pandals on the famous Chittorgarh fort of Rajasthan.

15 Oct 2018 9:14 AM

Five artisans were sent to Yunnan province by the puja committee of B J Block, Salt Lake, a few months ago to learn about the art, culture and way of life of the people there. (Representational Image/ PTI)

Durga Puja 2018: Slice of China at Kolkata puja pandal

Durga Puja here has a Chinese connection this time with culture and traditions of the two places blending into one.

15 Oct 2018 8:49 AM

Women of the Durga Bari Samiti posing before giving final touches to the idol.

A grand homecoming for Maa Durga

A day before the actual festivities begin we take a look at the preparations that go behind the oldest Durga Puja pandal in the city.

15 Oct 2018 1:23 AM

On September 10, Mamata Banerjee had declared that Rs 10,000 would be given to each of the 28,000 puja committees across the state. (Photo: PTI)

SC refuses to stop West Bengal govt grant to puja organisers, issues notice

SC was hearing plea challenging Mamata Banerjee govt's decision to dole out Rs 28 crore to 28,000 puja committees in state for Durga Puja.

12 Oct 2018 12:52 PM

Last month, the Chief Minister had also announced a grant of Rs 28 crore to 28,000 puja committees across the state in the wake of Durga Puja.

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee turns composer, gifts people her new music album

All the seven songs in the album have been penned and composed by her, while the voice has been given by prominent Bengali singers.

12 Oct 2018 10:16 AM

Supreme Court to hear puja funds petition today

Plea against Bengal government’s decision to grant Rs 28 crore to Durga Puja committees.

12 Oct 2018 1:07 AM

TMC is dividing people on Durga Puja funds, says BJP

The Hindus don't need doles from the TMC to celebrate Durga Puja... TMC has been trying to divide the people of the state on religious lines.

11 Oct 2018 6:58 AM

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurates Goddess Durga, ahead of Durga Puja festival, in Kolkata. (Photo: PTI)

Durga Puja gift for Mamata Banerjee: HC quashes plea on controversial grant

The high court refused to interfere in West Bengal government's decision to give Rs 10,000 each to 28,000 Durga puja committees in state.

10 Oct 2018 1:07 PM

The auspicious day of Mahalaya holds a special significance for Bengalis as well as it is the beginning of Durga Puja festival. (Photo: Orchid Chakravorty)

Durga Puja 2018: Here is the significance of Mahalaya

It is believes that Goddess Durga along with her family of Ganesha, Laxmi, Saraswati and Kartikeya starts Her journey to Earth on this day.

08 Oct 2018 8:54 AM

Congress President Rahul Gandhi (Photo: PTI)

Rahul Gandhi may visit state during Durga Puja

We know we have very little time left as Lok Sabha polls are just a few months away.

02 Oct 2018 5:26 AM

The Bagree Market in Burrabazar on Tuesday after firemen brought the three day fire under control. (Photo: Abhijit mukherjee)

Bagree Market: Situation under control after two days

There was immense heat inside the building and it made things very difficult for fire fighters to continue, he said.

19 Sep 2018 6:04 AM

Banerjee said that the lyrics aimed to bring back the spirit of 'agomoni' (traditional Bengali songs invoking the goddess) songs in theme music once again. (Photo: File)

Mamata Banerjee writes theme song for popular Durga Puja in Kolkata

The lyrics, for the Suruchi Sangha Durga Puja, were given a voice by popular singer and WB Minister of State for Culture Indranil Sen.

11 Sep 2018 11:42 AM

Beijing’s hope is to sow internal dissension and doubts and to create a powerful Chinese lobby deep within India. (Photo: PTI/File)

Why the Chinese want to do Durga Puja in Bengal

It may be advisable for the Government of India to tell foreign diplomats not to go too deep into India’s polity, society and economy.

30 Aug 2018 12:21 AM

Government to sign MoU to promote cultural ties in UK, says CM Mamata Banerjee

Talks will be held to attract tourism and promote educational ties.

05 Jul 2018 7:11 AM

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