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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 IST

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 12:45 PM IST

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 9:14 AM IST

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 IST

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...

15 Oct 2018 1:23 AM IST

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...

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

12 Oct 2018 12:52 PM IST

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...

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

12 Oct 2018 10:16 AM IST

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 IST

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...

11 Oct 2018 6:58 AM IST

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...

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

10 Oct 2018 1:07 PM IST

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 8:54 AM IST

Congress President Rahul Gandhi in a panel at International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), in London on Friday. (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.

2 Oct 2018 5:26 AM IST