Mahalaya Amavasya marks the onset of the festive season, particularly heralding the arrival of Durga Puja.

Continue reading to explore the history and importance of Mahalaya. Conversely, Devi Paksha signifies the start of Durga Puja ...

Durga Puja is an occasion for reunion and rejuvenation ... Devi Paksha is preceded by Mahalaya , the last day of the previous fortnight Pitri Paksha, "Fortnight of the Forefathers"), and is ...

Kolkata's Ganga ghats are bustling with rituals, reunions, and festive cheer as Durga Puja approaches. Mahalaya's tarpan rituals honor ancestors, marking Debipokkho's start. Later, the ghats turn ...

Also, schools in Odisha will also remain closed today on the account of Mahalaya. Parents and students ... from October 20 to 29, 2023 for Durga Puja. Schools will now reopen on October 30 ...

Kajol, renowned for her impressive performances, recently drew attention for her perceived rude behavior towards paparazzi at a Durga Puja pandal. Responding to the criticism, Kajol openly stated ...

11 days to Mahalaya, Durga Puja organizers put all hands on deck In Kolkata, Durga Puja organisers are rushing to complete preparations by Mahalaya after initially scaling back due to the RG Kar ...

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 ...

Forceful migration from East Pakistan not only uprooted people and their homes but also many social and religious practices to this side of the Bengal border, where they evolved through the decades.

IMAGE: Hazaar Haath Kali. All photographs: Sandip Roy Durga Puja is indisputably Kolkata's biggest festival, a major driver of the state's economy. It's been described as the world's largest ...