Indore: Sharadotsav at the Bengali School and Club premises in the city marked the beginning of Durga puja festivities on Mahashashti, on Friday. The Bengali community, numbering in the thousands ...

Durga Puja or Durgotsav starts on October 20 and ends on Dussehra, October 24. ... May the enchanting rhythms of the dhak and the scent of dhunuchi fill your days with joy and your nights with ...

Being in the US, so far away from home, has brought me close to local Bengali communities. All 50 states here have Bengali communities which organise Durga Puja. But it happens mostly on weekends, ...

Dhak, dhunuchi and more. ... In 1942, Dr B L Mukherjee initiated Durga Puja in Hyderabad, and it initially took the form of pot puja. This year marks the 82nd anniversary of our celebration.

From intricately designed pandals to dazzling idols of goddess Durga, Bengaluru's neighbourhoods have come alive with Durga Puja festivities, lights, and the sound of dhak beats. TOI gives a ...

Durga Puja, one of the most important festivals in India, will be celebrated from October 20-24. Here are wishes, images, and messages to share with loved ones. Friday, Jun 20, 2025 ...

Kajal Pal, who is leading the mool bhog service at Jalvayu Vihar Sanskritik Kalyan Samity, Sec 21 & 25 Noida, tells us about the final stage before bhog is served, “The mool bhog is mixed with ...

Durga Puja is a holiday of joy and celebration, but it is also a time for spiritual alignment and peace in the universe. During this time, practices are done that help all the devotees connect ...

Discover the vibrant Durga Puja celebrations in Bengaluru with our comprehensive guide to the city's top pandals, featuring unique themes, traditional art forms, and cultural experiences.