The Puja Mahabhoj will be coupled with a host of captivating soirees like Baul Sangeet, Abriti, Dhaaki, Dhunuchi and Puja Parikrama for a holistic experience.

Eminent dhaaki Gokul Chandra Das, 57, one of the winners of this year's Padma Shri awards, saw the honour as a recognition of the traditional Indian percussion instrument — the dhaak. The dhaak is an ...

The 130-year-old Durga Puja at a traditional household in North Kolkata showcases deep-rooted family traditions, rituals, and devotion. From Sasthi to Dashami, the celebration features carefully ...

From rich, aromatic biryanis to innovative fusion dishes and decadent sweets, these offerings promise to elevate your Durga Puja celebrations ...

Our 2024 guide to the best Durga Puja pandals in Delhi's CR Park will help you explore the unmatched grandeur of the festivities.

Discover the vibrant flavours of Durga Puja with specially curated menus from top restaurants across India.

This Durga Puja, Indulge guides you to the best flavours of the festivities on your plate. From an authentic Bengali feast to Continental, find whatever your palate desires in these luxury diners ...

Speaking to Connected to India, Urbi Basu Julka, another SIPA member, says, “Ours is also the only puja where the Dhaaki (Dhak player) is a female in all of Singapore!” ...

Speaking to Connected to India, Urbi Basu Julka, another SIPA member, says, “Ours is also the only puja where the Dhaaki (Dhak player) is a female in all of Singapore!” Urbi tells CtoI that, unlike ...

The dhaaki tradition in Bengal began as a seasonal performance by farmers in their non-harvest period. It was an acquired skill that was passed down from father to son and pretty much stayed within ...