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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Bollywood actor and National Award recipient, Rani Mukerji has shared childhood memories of her dancing with her cousins during Durga Puja celebrations and said their aunts used to choreograph the dances. In a conversation with ANI, Rani said celebrations have grown with time and talked about the pandal her family has been associated with. "Everything is becoming a big event, and we are going with the flow... S Mukerji's wife started it, so we are ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Nothing beats the feeling of celebrating festivals with your family members. This Durga Puja, our Bollywood celebrities are also ensuring they indulge in festive vibes surrounded by their loved ones. On Wednesday, actor Ajay Devgn joined her wife Kajol and daughter Nysa at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. Also Read | Nagarjuna Gets Personality Rights Protection: Delhi High Court Issues Restraining Order on Unauthorised Use of Telugu Su ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Nothing beats the feeling of celebrating festivals with your family members. This Durga Puja, our Bollywood celebrities are also ensuring they indulge in festive vibes surrounded by their loved ones. On Wednesday, actor Ajay Devgn joined her wife Kajol and daughter Nysa at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja.For darshan, Ajay opted for traditional wear. He arrived at the pandal donning a green kurta. He even posed for the fam-jam pictures wi ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood's power couple, Ajay Devgn and Kajol, were seen twinning in green during the Maha Navami celebration at the Mumbai Sarbojanin Durga pandal. While the 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' actress looked absolutely stunning in a graceful saree with silver embellishments, accompanied by small earrings, light makeup, and a gajra, Ajay complimented his better half, looking all handsome in a green kurta. Ajay and Kajol were accompanied by their daughter, Nysa Devgan, during ...Read More >
When it comes to festivals, the more the merrier," says Ronit Bose Roy, who is "blessed to belong to three states." He says, "I am a Bengali born in Maharashtra and have grown up in Gujarat. So, it's a special time of the year and I love celebrating both Navratri and Durga Puja." The Adaalat actor adds, "I am a big follower of Mataji, and we celebrate all the Navratris. We have maintained our Durga Puja traditions as well." Excerpts from a chat: 'We serve bhog to everyone during pujo' I have som ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, along with Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh, and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Durga Puja. According to the President's Secretariat, the President said, "On the auspicious ...Read More >
Kolkata: A woman died allegedly after falling ill at a Durga Puja pandal in south Kolkata's Behala area, police said. The incident took place after the woman, identified as Sangita Rana, a resident of Haridevpur area, visited Nutan Dal puja pandal in Behala around Monday midnight, a police officer said. She collapsed near the exit gate shortly after viewing the idol. "On-duty officers immediately administered CPR at the spot. As her condition worsened, she was rushed through a green corridor ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas has expressed gratitude for Ashthami pooja. She went on to thank actress Tanisha and filmmaker Ayan Mukerji for the warm welcome at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. Priyanka took to Instagram, where she shared a glimpse of the idol of Goddess Durga from the pooja. "On this Ashtami, feeling grateful for Maa Durga's blessings! Thank you @tanishaamukerji & @ayan mukerji for having me," Priyanka wrote as the caption. On Septe ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was admitted to MS Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru after developing a fever late Tuesday night, sparking concern among party workers and political leaders across the country. Doctors at the hospital are closely monitoring his condition and have assured that there is no immediate cause for alarm. Kharge, 83, was reportedly brought to the renowned medical facility after he complained of persistent fever. A medical team quickly initiated a series of d ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations in Assam, usually marked by colour, festivity and large gatherings, were subdued this year as the state mourned the death of cultural icon and the son of the soil Zubeen Garg. The singer, often called Assam's most loved son, drowned in a tragic incident at Lazarus Island in Singapore on September 19. Even after 12 days of his untimely passing, the shock and grief have not subsided. On Maha Ashtami, puja pandals in Guwahati that ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations in Assam, usually marked by colour, festivity and large gatherings, were subdued this year as the state mourned the death of cultural icon and the son of the soil Zubeen Garg. The singer, often called Assam most loved son, drowned in a tragic incident at Lazarus Island in Singapore on September 19. Even after 12 days of his untimely passing, the shock and grief have not subsided. On Maha Ashtami, puja pandals in Guwahati that ar ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Durga Puja celebrations in Assam, usually marked by colour, festivity and large gatherings, were subdued this year as the state mourned the death of cultural icon and the son of the soil Zubeen Garg. The singer, often called Assam's most loved son, drowned in a tragic incident at Lazarus Island in Singapore on September 19. Even after 12 days of his untimely passing, the shock and grief have not subsided. On Maha Ashtami, puja pandals in Guwahati that ...Read More >
Sandhi Puja is a significant Hindu festival celebrated during Navratri. It honours Goddess Durga and her fierce form, Goddess Chamunda. This festival marks the transition from Ashtami to Navami tithi. It is a time when devotees gather to perform rituals with deep devotion. The festival is celebrated with traditional attire, offerings, and prayers. Sandhi Puja holds great importance in Hindu tradition. It marks the moment when Goddess Chamunda appeared to defeat demons Chand and Mund. This event ...Read More >
Pasighat: Along with the rest of the country, Durga Puja celebrations in Arunachal Pradesh's Pasighat, East Siang district, began on Monday with great pomp and splendour. The town took on a festive appearance, as illuminated and beautifully decorated Puja pandals attracted large numbers of devotees. The sound of hymns filled the air from September 29 to October 2, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere. Among the various Puja committees in Pasighat, the Durga Puja Committee-20245 at GTC Children' ...Read More >
Kajol and Twinkle Khanna pose for the paps. (Photo: Instagram) You must be living under a rock if you have not come across videos from the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja while scrolling through Instagram. Hosted by the Mukerji family, this is a star-studded pandal. Like every year, this time too, the celebrations are nothing short of grand. Celebrities including Bipasha Basu, Jaya Bachchan, and Ranbir Kapoor have already made an appearance. Now, a viral video has taken over the internet, s ...Read More >
PM Narendra Modi at the Kali Bari temple in Delhi's CR Park New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited a Durga Puja pandal in south Delhi's CR Park neighbourhood on the auspicious occasion of Ashtami. He offered prayers to Goddess Durga amid chanting of mantras. The Prime Minister also performed an aarti at the iconic Kali Bari temple in the area. He then attended the celebrations held according to traditional Bengali culture. Heavy security arrangements were in place in view of P ...Read More >
Lucknow: Devotees thronged Durga Puja pandals on Ashtami (eighth day of Durga Puja) at city pandals on Tuesday for Sandhi puja and festivities like dhunuchi dance, musical drama, kids competition and bhog.In Sandhi Puja, Goddess Chamunda, slayer of demons Chanda and Mund, was worshipped with garlands of 108 bael leaves, 108 lotus flowers and 108 jasmine flowers and with lighting of 108 lamps forming 'Om' symbol, said president of the managing committee of Kali Bari temple, Ghasiyari Mandi. Women ...Read More >
Jaipur: The sudden heavy downpour Tuesday evening disrupted cultural programmes at Durga Puja pandals and ruined the efforts and investments of artisans making Ravana effigies.Artisans from distant towns had come to work in Jaipur for the past two months on hundreds of Ravana effigies. With Dussehra just two days away, the unexpected rain submerged their workspaces, washing away their hard work and hopes for good earnings.Meanwhile, several Durga Puja pandals saw evening programmes curtailed or ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 30: Actor Priyanka Chopra is currently in Mumbai for work commitments. And on Tuesday, she took some time off her schedule to visit one of the most famous Durga Puja pandals in Mumbai. Dressed in a royal blue suit, Priyanka exuded desi vibes as she offered prayers to Goddess Durga. In the visuals captured by the paps, the 'Mary Kom' star could be seen extending her greetings to the devotees present at the pandal. Navratri 2025: Varun Dhawan Shares Heartwarming Glimpse of Durga ...Read More >
Panaji: With 10 arms, riding on a lion and a force of nature, comes Maa Durga every year to people's doorsteps, ushering in a sense of community, celebration, and culture. For the next five days, she is a mother, a companion, and a symbol of strength. While Durga puja is celebrated with thunderous pomp and glory in West Bengal, a glimpse of that energy can be seen here in the Durga puja festival in Panaji, a tradition started by the Bengal Cultural Association (BCA)."We started this tradition in ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Union Minister Suresh Gopi stirred controversy on Tuesday by claiming that those elected by "corpses" are now serving the state. Speaking at a neighbourhood meet called "Kalungu" in Idukki district, he alleged that cadavers from 25 years ago had cast votes in Kerala elections. Media reports have previously highlighted incidents of deceased voters being listed as active in Kerala's voter list, he said, while indirectly referring to the accusations of "scientific rigging " aga ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a rare and symbolic gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi immersed himself in the festive spirit of Maha Ashtami by visiting Chittaranjan Park, the cultural heartland of Delhi's Bengali community, to participate in the Durga Puja celebrations. The visit, marked by spiritual reverence and cultural camaraderie, was hailed as a moment of national unity and cultural inclusivity. PM Modi arrived at the iconic Kali Bari temple complex in the evening, where he of ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30 (ANI): Author and former actress Twinkle Khanna on Tuesday was spotted offering prayers at the prestigious 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. Twinkle was all smiles as she met her friends Kajol and Rani Mukerji at the pandal. The trio even posed for the pictures. Also Read | Sushant Singh Rajput's Death Case: Bombay High Court Directs NCB to Return Bollywood Actress Rhea Chakraborty's Passport. On Tuesday evening, actor Priyanka Chopra also pai ...Read More >
Agartala (Tripura) [India], September 30 (ANI): On the occasion of Maha Ashtami, former Chief Minister and current Member of Parliament Biplab Kumar Deb visited several Durga Puja pandals across Dharmanagar in North Tripura district on Tuesday. During his visit, the former Chief Minister of Tripura emphasised that, despite time constraints, he makes an effort to visit as many Durga Pandals as possible. Also Read | MHADA Lottery 2025 Konkan Board Schedule Revised; Provisional List of Accepted A ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 30 (ANI): This time, the 91st year of Durga Puja at Mudi Ali Club in Kolkata has emphasised the theme of 'Atmashuddhi', which means 'self-purification'. The club highlighted the use of natural elements, such as clay and terracotta, in the pandal's construction, symbolising purity and cultural heritage. Also Read | Sushant Singh Rajput's Death Case: Bombay High Court Directs NCB to Return Bollywood Actress Rhea Chakraborty's Passport. Shantanu Banerjee, ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30 (ANI): Author and former actress Twinkle Khanna on Tuesday was spotted offering prayers at the prestigious 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja. Twinkle was all smiles as she met her friends Kajol and Rani Mukerji at the pandal. The trio even posed for the pictures. On Tuesday evening, actor Priyanka Chopra also paid a visit to the same pandal and sought blessings. Dressed in a royal blue suit, Priyanka exuded desi vibes as she offered prayers to ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30 (ANI): Actor Priyanka Chopra is currently in Mumbai for work commitments. And on Tuesday, she took some time off her schedule to visit one of the most famous Durga Puja pandals in Mumbai. Dressed in a royal blue suit, Priyanka exuded desi vibes as she offered prayers to Goddess Durga. In the visuals captured by the paps, the 'Mary Kom' star could be seen extending her greetings to the devotees present at the pandal.She also met with Kajol's sister Tanis ...Read More >
Agartala (Tripura) [India], September 30 (ANI): On the occasion of Maha Ashtami, former Chief Minister and current Member of Parliament Biplab Kumar Deb visited several Durga Puja pandals across Dharmanagar in North Tripura district on Tuesday. During his visit, the former Chief Minister of Tripura emphasised that, despite time constraints, he makes an effort to visit as many Durga Pandals as possible. "Every year, I try to visit as many Durga Puja pandals as possible across the state. Due to ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 30 (ANI): This time, the 91st year of Durga Puja at Mudi Ali Club in Kolkata has emphasised the theme of 'Atmashuddhi', which means 'self-purification'. The club highlighted the use of natural elements, such as clay and terracotta, in the pandal's construction, symbolising purity and cultural heritage. Shantanu Banerjee, a Member of the Mudi Ali Club Durga Puja Committee, described the serene and spiritually enriching atmosphere created by the natural m ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30 (ANI): Actor Priyanka Chopra is currently in Mumbai for work commitments. And on Tuesday, she took some time off her schedule to visit one of the most famous Durga Puja pandals in Mumbai. Dressed in a royal blue suit, Priyanka exuded desi vibes as she offered prayers to Goddess Durga. In the visuals captured by the paps, the 'Mary Kom' star could be seen extending her greetings to the devotees present at the pandal. Also Read | ICC Women's ODI World C ...Read More >
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