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A massive political storm is brewing in Bengal over alleged vandalism of a Kali idol at Kakdwip near Sundarbans. The BJP has hit out at the ruling Trinamool Congress and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging appeasement. The party has also hit out at the state police after they removed the idol in a van. The Trinamool has accused the BJP of playing politics. "The police have explained it. Some people are trying to play distorted politics out of it. Action is being taken by police," he said. ...Read More >
Kolkata: Several Kali Pujas across the city witnessed community bonding as people, irrespective of religious faiths, came together to celebrate the festival of lights. From planning pandal decorations and raising funds to overseeing the rituals and crowd management, members of different communities played equal roles in the celebrations.A Kali Puja on Mayfair Road spread the message of communal harmony through their celebration, in which locals from different communities participated. Sudhir Kum ...Read More >
West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari alleged he was attacked by goons in the Sunderbans while attending Kali Puja and Deepavali. He claimed the ruling TMC conspired to instigate illegal migrants from Bangladesh for the attacks, accusing police of failing to ensure his security despite court directives. Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Assembly Suvendu Adhikari on Monday claimed that he was attacked by goons in the Sunderbans area of South 24 Parganas district when he went to attend the Kali Puja ...Read More >
Kolkata: Several Kali Pujas across the city witnessed community bonding as people, irrespective of religious faiths, came together to celebrate the festival of lights. From planning pandal decorations and raising funds to overseeing the rituals and crowd management, members of different communities played equal roles in the celebrations.A Kali Puja on Mayfair Road spread the message of communal harmony through their celebration, in which locals from different communities participated. Sudhir Kum ...Read More >
Agartala (Tripura) [India], October 21 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha participated in the grand celebration of Maa Kali Puja organised by Tripura Police officials and staff at Ad Nagar in the state's capital, Agartala. During the celebrations, the Chief Minister also offered prayers to Goddess Kali alongside officers and personnel, marking the occasion with devotion and enthusiasm. In a post on X, the state's Chief Minister Saha stated that he observed a vow during the worship of Ma ...Read More >
Shillong: Kali Puja and Diwali festivities have brought in numerous visitors from all over the country, especially neighbouring Assam and West Bengal to the city of pines and orchids, which is all decked up and glittering.CM Conrad K Sangma greeted the people, wishing, "May the festival of lights cast away all darkness and illuminate our lives with peace, harmony and joy".Meanwhile, just like it was during Durga Puja, almost all hotels, homestays and guest houses in the city and on the outskirts ...Read More >
While most of India worships Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity during Diwali, Bengal celebrates Kali Puja to honor the fierce Goddess of power and protection. Here's why the two traditions differ and how both represent light triumphing over darkness.India's diversity often shines brightest during its festivals, and Diwali is a perfect example of that. While homes across North India glow with diyas for Goddess Lakshmi, Bengal's night sky fills with chants of "Jai Maa Kali." The difference lies not i ...Read More >
Mumbai Oct 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Devoleena Bhattachrajee embraced motherhood in 2024, and the actress will be celebrating her first Diwali post-motherhood this year. Talking to IANS on her special plans for Diwali this year, Devoleena elaborated on the same. "I am looking forward to celebrating both Diwali and Kali Puja with my family this year," stated Devoleena while talking to IANS. "I will visit a Kali mandir and take blessings. We will also decorate and light our place. May goddess L ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 20 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, wished the citizens on the occasion of Kali Puja. "May Maa Kali bless you with the courage to face all the challenges and overcome all the hurdles in your life. Warm wishes to you and your family on the auspicious occasion of Kali Puja," the BJP leader wrote on X. Earlier, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated Kali Puja pandals in Agartala. On the eve of the celebration ...Read More >
CUTTACK: Just like Durga Puja, Kali Puja in Cuttack city is celebrated with traditional pomp and gaiety with around 75 puja committees erecting the idols of Goddess Kali at their pandals. Sources said the budget for the festival ranges from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh per puja committee. Of the total 75 committees, 34 have come up with silver tableau and several of them have decorated the Mother Goddess with massive gold and silver jewellery. Of all the puja committees, Bakhrabad Loka Mandala puja ...Read More >
Kolkata, Oct 19: West Bengal's Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday alleged that his car was attacked by members of the TMC in South 24 Parganas district, where he went to inaugurate Kali Puja pandals. Adhikari alleged that several attempts were made to stop his car, at least at seven locations, and an attack took place in front of the Lalpur Madrasa. "In South 24 Parganas district, today I faced repeated attacks from illegal Bangladeshi Muslims. The obstruction, vandalism and c ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 19 (ANI): Assam is gearing up to celebrate Diwali and Kali Puja festival, and many organisers have decided to dedicate this year's Kali Puja and Diwali to noted singer Zubeen Garg who drowned in Singapore on September 19, a day before he was supposed to perform at the Northeast India Festival. His mortal remains were first flown to Delhi and later taken to Guwahati on September 21 by flight. Also Read | Parineeti Chopra Admitted to Delhi Hospital Ahead of Deli ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government Wednesday decided to restore Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore's house in Puri and convert it into a museum, a minister said. The decision in this regard was taken at a high-level review meeting held under the chairmanship of Minister of Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, Suryavanshi Suraj. "It has been decided to restore Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore's residence 'Pather Puri' in Puri and convert it into a museum in his memory," the minister sai ...Read More >
Taking to her Instagram Stories, Priyanka shared a picture of Malti busy with her studies. Dressed in a red and white outfit, she had her back to the camera as she wrote something. Sharing the photo, Priyanka added a red heart and folded hands emojis. She also tagged Malti. In the next post, Priyanka shared a handmade card by Emirates for Malti. Decorated with different stickers, the card had greetings for Malti in different languages. The actor was given the note during her journey from Dubai ...Read More >
Uttar Pradesh's Mission Shakti 5.0 campaign, launched by CM Yogi Adityanath, led to over 2,500 FIRs and nearly 3,900 arrests for anti-social behaviour. Aimed at women's empowerment and safety, the statewide drive intensified police surveillance in public spaces, with Anti-Romeo Squads active. Over 3 lakh people received warnings, and extensive public outreach was conducted, ensuring safety during festive gatherings. More than 2,500 FIRs were registered and nearly 3,900 people arrested across Ut ...Read More >
Nagpur: The 65th year celebrations of the Katol Road Durga Puja came to a grand conclusion with the immersion of Idol of Maa Durga at the newly built facility at Gorewada, amidst great devotion and fervour. Thousands of devotees thronged the beautifully decorated pandal and grounds to seek Maa's blessings.The Durga Puja celebration at Katol Road has grown into one of the most sought-after festive gatherings of Nagpur, showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage. On Vijaya Dashami, the ritual of ...Read More >
Kolkata Weather Alert: The festive spirit in Kolkata may face a wet challenge today, Thursday, 2 October 2025, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in the city and surrounding districts. The rain is likely to disrupt Dashami celebrations and idol immersion processions along the Hooghly river. According to the IMD, rainfall in south Bengal could range from 64.5 mm (heavy) to over 115 mm (very heavy) today. This is expected to aggravate waterloggi ...Read More >
Meet The Man Who Left Well Paying Job In US To Build India's Viral Messaging App; Now Owns Rs 1,04,00,00,00,000 Firm; Check His Education, Net Worth, He Is... As Thursday marks the end of the four-day Durga Puja festival in West Bengal without a single protest demonstration regarding the R.G. Kar rape and murder tragedy, the parents of the victim have called for the resurrection of the mass movement, as was evident last year, until "justice is achieved." At the same time, while speaking to a s ...Read More >
Mumbai, October 2: Global head-turner Priyanka Chopra Jonas has wrapped up all her work in Mumbai and has said "alvida" as she heads back home. But before leaving she thanked her 'bhabhi' Neelam Upadhyaya for stepping in when her husband Nick Jonas wasn't around to help. Priyanka took to Instagram, where she shared a video. The ending of the clip featured Neelam helping Priyanka take out clips from her hair after she was done with her work. "Alvida Mumbai! Always so wonderful to be back, even if ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 2 (ANI): Bollywood actor Kajol participated with much enthusiasm in the 'Sindoor Khela' ceremony with her daughter Nysa, sister Tanisha and other family members at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. The Durga Puja celebrations, which have been led by the actor's family for several decades now, is set to culminate on Thursday with Vijayadashami. Also Read | 'Kantara Chapter 1' Movie Review: Rishab Shetty Dares To Go Bigger With an Ambitious if Overstuf ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 2 (ANI): Bollywood actor Kajol participated with much enthusiasm in the 'Sindoor Khela' ceremony with her daughter Nysa, sister Tanisha and other family members at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. The Durga Puja celebrations, which have been led by the actor's family for several decades now, is set to culminate on Thursday with Vijayadashami. In visuals from the pandal, Kajol could be seen taking part in the rituals, which includes applying 'sindoor ...Read More >
Sambalpur (Odisha) [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan attended the Kanyapujan Utsav on Navratri and felicitated mothers who gave birth to little girls across Sambalpur. He celebrated the spirit of motherhood and the dignity of a girl child. He offered prayers at Tampergarh along with Odisha's Minister of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Rabi Narayan Naik. He announced that he will visit various pandals in different areas across Sambalpur i ...Read More >
Sambalpur (Odisha) [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan attended the Kanyapujan Utsav on Navratri and felicitated mothers who gave birth to little girls across Sambalpur. He celebrated the spirit of motherhood and the dignity of a girl child. He offered prayers at Tampergarh along with Odisha's Minister of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Rabi Narayan Naik. He announced that he will visit various pandals in different areas across Sambalpur i ...Read More >
Alia Bhatt visited the famous North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal, an annual event organised by Kajol and her family, on the auspicious occasion of Navami. A video of the actress reaching the pandal and meeting her favourite and close friends, Ayan Mukerji, Rani Mukerji, and others has surfaced online. In one of the videos that has made its way on social media, Alia Bhatt looked drop-dead gorgeous in a stunning lehenga as she arrived at the Puja pandal. Ayan Mukerji came to receive her at ...Read More >
Prayagraj: The Sangam city is immersed in devotion as Navratri festivities continue with fervour. Adding to the spiritual atmosphere, the prominent Ramlilas, including Patharchatti, Pajawa, Katra, Naini, and Civil Lines, are underway, staging episodes from the Ramayan and drawing huge crowds.The group of artists, including professional actors who travelled from Mumbai to Prayagraj to perform the prominent Ramlila characters during Navratri, are enthusiastic to play their assigned roles in the ce ...Read More >
Desi girl Priyanka Chopra is currently in Mumbai, and she visited the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal on Tuesday. The actress was spotted arriving at a pandal organised by Rani Mukerji and Kajol's families. She looked absolutely stunning in a blue ethnic suit, and was seen warmly greeting Kajol's sister Tanishaa Mukerji, and filmmaker Ayan Mukerji. Several pictures and videos shared by the paparazzi show Priyanka Chopra arriving for the Durga Puja celebration in Mumbai. She rocked a b ...Read More >
Lucknow: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and former minister Gayatri Prajapati was attacked by a fellow inmate inside Lucknow Jail on Tuesday. The scuffle took place within the jail premises, after which prison authorities launched an internal inquiry. According to a statement issued by Dr Ramdhani, DIG Prisons, Lucknow Range, the incident occurred after Prajapati allegedly used abusive language towards another inmate, Vishwas Rajput. In response, Vishwas attacked Prajapati using a sharp object i ...Read More >
Mumbai: The city will celebrate Dussehra, the culmination of the nine-day Navratri festival, with immersions of Goddess Durga idols, Ramlila performances, and the burning of Ravana effigies. Iconic Venues Set Ablaze Effigies will be set on fire at several locations, including Girgaon Chowpatty and Ram Lila Maidan, Malad West. The Shree Adarsh Ramlila Samiti will burn a 50-feet tall Ravana on Thursday evening as the festival's grand finale. At Zakaria Road, Malad, members of the 70-member Shre ...Read More >
Kajol experienced a bittersweet Durga Puja this year. She faced three family losses in 2025. Stepping into the familiar pandal was an emotional moment for her. Her sister Tanishaa spoke about carrying forward family traditions. The family honored their late loved ones' legacy with warmth. Kajol also continues her work with The Trial 2, streaming on JioHotstar. This year's Durga Puja hit a bittersweet note for Kajol. Usually, all smiles and festive vibes at the pandal, the actor confessed that 2 ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Alia Bhatt made heads turn when she arrived at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja on Wednesday. Donning an exquisite lehenga, Alia undoubtedly captivated the attention of the other devotees at the pandal. What made her appearance even more memorable was her rushing to greet actress Rani Mukerji. The two shared a heartfelt hug and posed happily for pictures, joined by Ayan Mukerji and Tanisha Mukerji for a cheerful photo session. Earlier ...Read More >
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