At a recent service, a young male pujari, or lay priest, shook and danced vigorously through the crowd, entranced with Shakti ... shunned or rejected from other Hindu temples in the area Photo Credit: ...

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee faces criticism for increasing Durga Puja clubs' honorarium, seen as pre-election "bribe".

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee raises Durga Puja honorarium to ₹1.10 lakhs, sparking controversy ahead of Assembly polls.

Bhowanipur 75 Palli begins its 61st Durga Puja with a Binodini-themed pandal, paying tribute to the legendary Bengali theatre icon. The celebration blends devotion, cultural storytelling, and ...

Kolkata's Bhowanipur 75 Palli Durga Puja committee has commenced its 61st year with Khuti Puja, unveiling the theme “Binodini.” This year pays tribute to Nati Binodini, the 19th-century ...

As Durga Puja approaches, bus fares from Kolkata to Siliguri surge dramatically, reaching Rs 5,000, a stark contrast to the usual Rs 1,300-Rs 1,500. Kolkata Bus-o-pedia raises concerns about ...

Kolkata Police has clarified that there are no restrictions on Durga Puja 2025. Crowd control plans are precautionary, not prohibitory. Citizens are urged to trust official updates and avoid fake ...

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As the countdown to Durga Puja begins, Kolkatans are packing their bags to escape into the misty hills of the north and the tropical beaches south and abroad. Ahead of the mega festival, travel ...