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Devotees in several flood-hit areas in Mymensingh, Sherpur, and Netrakona are celebrating Durga Puja amidst waterlogging due to the recent floods. The floodwater has started receding but the ...

Just a day before Dusshera, Ayudha Puja, also known as Shastra Puja is performed. It celebrates the worship of Iron tools, weapons, and instruments. It is observed on the ninth day of Navaratri ...

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 ...

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.

Durga Puja, a major festival in India, celebrates Goddess Durga’s victory over evil. Highlighted by rituals, artistic decorations, and cultural performances, the festival spans ten days ...

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 ...

Ayudha Puja is a significant day for performing Shastra Puja, celebrated widely across India, particularly in South Indian states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.

Durga Puja was celebrated for the first time at Times Square, New York, attracting scores of Indian-Americans and showcasing Bengali culture. Durga Puja made its grand debut at the iconic Times ...

One puja chose Lajja or shame as its theme to focus on the alleged rape and murder of the doctor On 9 August, the Indian city of Kolkata was shaken when a trainee doctor was found raped and ...

On a shared courtyard, built on deep mutual respect, the Bhuai Jame Mosque and Bhuai Durga Puja Mandap have been a beacon of communal harmony and coexistence for years. A fragrant ambience ...

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol troopers have confirmed the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in the Tampa area has been shut down. The massive bridge spans over 4 miles of Tampa Bay ...