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Indian boys register 1st win in junior Davis Cup

San Luis Potosi (Mexico): Sumit Nagal won the second singles and then combined with Sahil Deshmukh to win the doubles as...

27 Sep 2013 5:40 AM GMT

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...

19 Oct 2018 3:30 AM GMT

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...

19 Oct 2018 3:15 AM GMT

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...

16 Oct 2018 4:54 AM GMT

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 10:58 AM GMT

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...

15 Oct 2018 7:15 AM GMT

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...

15 Oct 2018 3:44 AM GMT

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 3:19 AM GMT

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...

8 Oct 2018 3:24 AM GMT

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

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...

11 Sep 2018 6:12 AM GMT

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the first priority is to bring all opposition parties together to take on the BJP in the coming Lok Sabha elections. (Photo: File | PTI)

Ahead of Durga Puja, Mamata announces Rs 28 crore grant for organisers

A total of 3,000 Durga Puja committees are there in Kolkata and 25,000 across the state.

11 Sep 2018 2:32 AM GMT

The tram will ride around the city for 45 days. (Photo: PTI)

Durga Puja 2018: Kolkata gets world's first 'Glam Tram' fashion store...

While every year fbb brings special Pujo collection to shoppers, this year brand has roped in Kolkata trams to turn into...

28 Sep 2018 10:15 AM GMT