Devotees immerse an idol of Goddess Durga into a river at the end of the Durga Puja festival celebrations, in Kolkata.

Durga Puja is a celebration of homecoming of Goddess Durga and also the triumph of good over evil. On saptami, shares these ...

The origin of Durga Puja dates back to ancient times. As mentioned in various Hindu scriptures, the most significant period to worship Goddess Durga was during Chaitra Navratri, held in spring.

The auspicious occasion of Durga Puja is here, and with it, comes the promise of new beginnings, triumph of good over evil, and reunion with loved ones. As the goddess of power and strength ...

On the occasion of Durga Puja, Bangladesh Television is going to show several special programs. One the most anticipated ones is Vivek Burman and Hasan Riad’s “Pratima” starring Pran Roy, Sushama ...

Many festivals are observed in India, but one of the most popular is called Durga Puja. This is the biggest festival for Bengalis. Durga puja is especially celebrated in the states of West Bengal ...

Both Navratri and Durga Puja have important rituals such as ‘Kumari Puja’ or ‘Kanya Pujan’, in which young girls between the ages of 8-12 years are worshipped as Goddess Durga. In Bengal ...

Durga Puja, celebrated in the month of Ashvin, is a much-anticipated Hindu event, especially among Bengalis. The cherished holiday is celebrated with tremendous pomp and passion, commemorating the ...

Vegetarian bhog for the goddess and a folk dances by tribal communities on Navami are some of the highlights of this Puja Over two centuries old, the Durga Puja of the Pathak family was started by ...

Durga Puja, the biggest religious festival for the Bengali Hindu community, has drawn to a close through the immersion of the goddess’s idols in the waters. Members of the community have now ...

Durga Puja, considered one of the most sacred festivals of Hindus, celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. It also honours the strength of the divine feminine ...

Educational institutions will be closed for an 11-day stretch this month due to Durga Puja and the weekends. According to the holiday list from the Ministry of Education, schools and colleges will ...