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Kolkata, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) On the occasion of Maha Ashtmai on Tuesday, 'Kumari Puja (worship of girls as Goddess Durga)' was performed at Belur Math, the headquarters of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission at Belur in Kolkata-adjacent Howrah district, with enthusiasm and devotion of the followers of Shri Ramakrsihna Paramhansa, his wife and spiritual consort, Maa Sarada and disciple Swami Vivekanda. Ardent believers of Swamiji and his philosophy of "Service of God through service of ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Varun Dhawan, on Tuesday, took to social media to share a glimpse of his Durga Ashtami celebrations. Taking to Instagram, the 'Bawaal' actor shared a few photos in which he is seen sitting on the floor with a group of kids. In the first image, Varun is seen posing happily with them after the Kanjak Puja. He is also seen enjoying halwa and puri prasad along with the children. Sharing the images, the actor simply wrote, "Happy Durga Ashtami #bestmeal." Meanwhile, Varun is currently ...Read More >
PNNKolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 30: For the people of Bengal, Durga Puja is more than a festival. It's an emotion filled with togetherness, culture, colours, and new beginnings. And what better time than now to upgrade your lifestyle with a stylish new smartwatch? Whether you're pandal hopping, managing hectic festive schedules, or keeping track of your health during the celebrations, a smartwatch can be your perfect companion. This year, Bajaj Finserv brings you unbeatable Durga Puj ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: On the auspicious occasion of Mahastami of Dussehra, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo, and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik extended their warm greetings and best wishes to the people of the state. CM Majhi took to social media platform X to wish the people, saying, "Heartiest greetings and congratulations to everyone on the occasion of Maha Ashtami. May Jagat Janani Maa Durga bring happiness and prosperity in everyone's life." Deputy CM Sin ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): The Chittaranjan Park Durga Puja committee blended tradition with cinematic magic, as they celebrated Shardiya Navratri with a Durga Puja pandal inspired by Satyajit Ray's film 'Sonar Kella' in Delhi. The Durga Puja festivities have commenced across India, with people already thronging to various pandals with their friends and families. Amid them, what stands out are the thematic decorations and unique concepts. In New Delhi, the Chittaranjan Park Durga P ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], September 30 (ANI): On the eighth day of Sharadiya Navratri, also known as Maha Ashtami, a large number of devotees flocked to the Vaishno Devi temple in Raja Park, Jaipur, to offer prayers. Devotees began arriving at the temple from early morning, and the goddess's idol was specially adorned to mark the occasion. Temple priest Pandit Madan Mohan explained the spiritual significance of the day, saying, "Today is the eighth day of Sharadiya Navratri and we worship Mah ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], September 29 (ANI): Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati visited the Jobra Durga Puja pandal in Cuttack on Sunday and inaugurated the intricately designed Silver Filigree Medha, offering his prayers to the goddess, the Public Relations Officer, Governor said in an official statement. The governor was accompanied by his wife, Jayashree Kambhampati, Also Read | EPFO Monthly Pension Scheme: Will Government Hike EPS-95 Minimum Pension From INR 1,000 to INR 7,500 Ahea ...Read More >
The Commissionerate Police have intensified security measures across Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, deploying over 60 platoons for the smooth conduct of the Durga Puja festivities. This comprehensive security setup includes platoons of home guards and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), ensuring vigilance over 193 pandals in the respective cities. During a press briefing, Police Commissioner S Dev Datta Singh revealed that the operational plan incorporates 79 women constables, 172 sub-inspectors, alo ...Read More >
Kolkata: Festivities at two of central Kolkata's prominent venues -- Md Ali Park and Santosh Mitra Square -- saw contrasting developments on Sunday, with the former settling a stand-off with cops while the latter plunging deeper into controversy.On Sunday afternoon, organisers of Md Ali Park puja declared there was no longer any dispute with cops. They clarified that Kolkata Police extended full cooperation, ensuring smooth arrangement for pandal-hoppers. On Panchami, tensions had flared, with o ...Read More >
KANNUR: The city of joy is ablaze with Durga Puja festivities. Pandals glitter with lights, dhaak beats echo through every lane, and the air carries the fragrance of dhuno. Yet, amid the familiar grandeur, this year's celebrations hold something never seen before -- Kerala's theyyam has found its place in Bengal's most important festival. At South Kolkata's famed 66 Pally Club's Durga Puja, the pandal itself tells the story. Built in the style of a traditional Kannur temple, its architecture dr ...Read More >
On his 43rd birthday, Ranbir Kapoor gave fans something extra. The actor went live on Instagram through his brand ARKS's account and ended up chatting about films, music, and of course, his personal favorites. What caught everyone's attention was Ranbir Kapoor praising Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, a Malayalam hit that's been buzzing for weeks now. "I recently saw the film. It was just excellent. I like the music of Lokah," Ranbir Kapoor said, adding that songs like Sahiba and Barbaad from Saiyaar ...Read More >
"Garba's diversity is the result of Gujarat's long history as a crossroads of trade, migration, and regional identities," says an expert What we know today as Garba, the vibrant, rhythmic dance that fills Gujarat's nights during Navratri, has roots that stretch back thousands of years, weaving through mythology, literature, and the very fabric of Indian culture. According to Gujarati poet and writer Himanshuray Raval, the story of this beloved dance form is far more complex and fascinating tha ...Read More >
October 2025 is packed with major festivals like Dussehra, Diwali, Chath Puja and Durga Puja In this festive season, several states will observe many bank holidays during the month. In October 2025, there will be a national holiday when banks across all states will remain closed. Due to various local festivals, several bank branches will also remain closed in different states. While online banking services will remain available, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has listed specific days in Octobe ...Read More >
The Chatribari Sarbajanin Debopujasthan Samity, honoring the valor of the Indian Army, has crafted a unique theme for this year's Durga Puja pandal in Guwahati. Featuring a magnificent idol of Goddess Durga, the pandal is adorned with cutouts of fighter jets, submarines, and statues of uniformed Indian soldiers, reflecting a deep sense of patriotism. In addition to the military theme, the pandal sets aside a space to commemorate the celebrated singer Zubeen Garg, who passed away on September 19 ...Read More >
Jammu, Sep 29: The pilgrimage to the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in the Trikuta hills of Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district is going on smoothly, with over 1.25 lakh devotees having paid obeisance at the temple during the past one week of Navratri. Navratri, being observed from September 22 to October 1, is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and holds special significance at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, which records one of its highest pilgrim footfalls during this period. "The ya ...Read More >
TV actress Charu Asopa and Sushmita Sen's brother, Rajeev Sen, have recently celebrated Navaratri together following their bitter 2023 divorce. Charu recently took to her Instagram and shared a series of photos with Rajeev from the Navratri celebration. She captioned the pictures, "All ready for Durga puja celebration in the city of joy." Charu shared another set of pictures as the family went for a pandal hopping in Kolkata. She shared several selfies and photos with Rajeev as they posed in f ...Read More >
Cuttack, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Odisha's Cuttack Durga Puja is renowned worldwide for its exquisite gold and silver filigree work. The ornaments adorning the Goddess and the backdrop of the idols are crafted from gold and silver, showcasing remarkable artistry. Monday marks Maha Saptami, the seventh day of Durga Puja, when Goddess Durga is believed to descend to earth. According to Vedic rituals, after priests invoke life into the idol through sacred chants (Prana Pratishtha), the ghata sthapa ...Read More >
New Delhi: As the Durga Puja festivities get underway across the country, Bollywood's biggest stars are also marking the occasion with deep emotion and tradition. On the auspicious day of Saptami, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan was seen attending the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja, hosted by Kajol's family. In a widely circulated video, Kajol and Jaya Bachchan greeted each other with a heartfelt hug at the venue. The duo, who shared the screen as mother-in-law and daughter-in-law in Karan Jo ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29 (ANI): The Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan ended with fireworks both on and off the field. As India lifted their record ninth Asia Cup trophy after a thrilling win in Dubai, Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan joined the celebrations in his trademark style, with a cheeky jibe at Pakistan that also roped in his son Abhishek Bachchan. Also Read | 'He Was Sleeping With All of Mumbai': Did Anusha Dandekar Call Out Ex-Boyfriend Karan Kundrra f ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 29 (PTI) West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on Monday offered prayers at the 260-year-old Durga Puja at Shovabazar Rajbari here and prayed for the well-being of the people of the state. Bose visited the iconic household puja at the royal mansion in north Kolkata on the occasion of Maha Saptami and joined family members and devotees for the rituals. Speaking in Bengali, he told reporters, "On the auspicious day of Saptami, I pray to the Goddess Durga for her blessings on people o ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29 (ANI): Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor on Monday visited the North Bombay Durga Puja and offered prayers there. In the visuals captured by the paps, Ranbir was spotted standing in devotion before the idol of Goddess Durga. He also met his friend, filmmaker Ayan, at the pandal, and before leaving, he interacted with other devotees, taking pictures with them.For the pandal visit, Ranbir opted for ethnic wear. He exuded desi munda vibes in a blue kurta that h ...Read More >
Jammu, Sep 29 (PTI) The pilgrimage to the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi in the Trikuta hills of Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district is going on smoothly, with over 1.25 lakh devotees having paid obeisance at the temple during the past one week of Navratri. Navratri, being observed from September 22 to October 1, is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and holds special significance at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, which records one of its highest pilgrim footfalls during this period. "T ...Read More >
Jorhat, September 29: Durga Puja in Jorhat, where late cultural icon Zubeen Garg spent his childhood, carries a subdued tone this year amid mourning for the beloved cultural icon. Across the town, puja pandals have turned into spaces of remembrance, with Zubeen's songs echoing in the background, photographs adorning mandaps and cultural events cancelled in his honour. At several pandals, the soulful melody of Mayabini Raatir Bukut is being played on loop, creating an atmosphere of reverence ra ...Read More >
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed India's emphatic victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Celebrating the victory, Shah wrote on X, "A phenomenal victory. The fierce energy of our boys blew up the rivals again. Bharat is destined to win no matter which field." This comes after India beat Pakistan by five wickets in the summit showdown to win their second Asia Cup title in the T20 format at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday ni ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], September 29 (ANI): On the seventh day of the auspicious Navratri festival, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended various Garba festivals in the Ghatlodia constituency of Ahmedabad. He graced the Garba festivals organised in the areas of Shilaj, SP Ring Road, and Shela, where he greeted the participants and encouraged them with his presence. Also Read | Karur Stampede: Posters Demanding Actor-Turned-Politician Vijay's Arrest Appear After Tragedy During ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], September 29 (ANI): On the seventh day of the auspicious Navratri festival, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended various Garba festivals in the Ghatlodia constituency of Ahmedabad. He graced the Garba festivals organised in the areas of Shilaj, SP Ring Road, and Shela, where he greeted the participants and encouraged them with his presence. He also offered prayers and received blessings of the Goddess at the various Garba festivals. On this occasion, C ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], September 29 (ANI): On the seventh day of the auspicious Navratri festival, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended various Garba festivals in the Ghatlodia constituency of Ahmedabad. He graced the Garba festivals organised in the areas of Shilaj, SP Ring Road, and Shela, where he greeted the participants and encouraged them with his presence. He also offered prayers and received blessings of the Goddess at the various Garba festivals. On this occasion, C ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 29: Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar revealed that his heart had been pounding intensely while watching the Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Men in Blue secured a convincing victory as they chased down a target of 147 runs with just two balls remaining, in what was a thrilling encounter. The win also marked India's third consecutive victory against Pakistan in the 2025 tournament, as well as the team's record-extending ninth ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 29 (ANI): As Navratri festivities light up the country, the state government has permitted food stalls and other businesses to remain open till the early morning hours, a move that has been welcomed by vendors and traders who said it would significantly boost their earnings during the festive season. The move has been welcomed by vendors and traders who consider it profitable for their business. Also Read | 'Expectations vs Reality': Smriti Irani Shares H ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 29 (ANI): As Navratri festivities light up the country, the state government has permitted food stalls and other businesses to remain open till the early morning hours, a move that has been welcomed by vendors and traders who said it would significantly boost their earnings during the festive season. The move has been welcomed by vendors and traders who consider it profitable for their business. The decision, taken under the guidance of Gujarat Chief Mini ...Read More >
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