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Nabami, the ninth day of Durga Puja, holds a special place in the hearts of devotees. After days of anticipation, music, and devotion, Nabami marks the peak of the festival, when the goddess is worshipped in her most majestic form as Mahishasuramardini—the slayer of the demon king Mahishasura....
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Durga Puja, the grand festival of Bengal, is not only a religious celebration but also a cultural heartbeat that unites millions. However, this year nature posed an unexpected challenge. The image of a Durga Puja pandal submerged in floodwaters paints a striking picture of resilience, faith,...
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Vishwakarma Puja, celebrated every year on 17th September, holds a special place in the cultural and spiritual fabric of India. Known as the festival of the divine architect, Lord Vishwakarma, this day is dedicated to the creator of the universe, the celestial engineer who is believed to have...
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Mahalaya marks the spiritual beginning of Durga Puja, a day when thousands gather at Kumartuli to witness the sacred ritual of Chokkhu Daan—the symbolic painting of Goddess Durga’s eyes. But this year, 2025, the experience comes with a strict new rule: no photography, no videography, no...
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Durga Puja without Durga Thakur is unimaginable. The idol of the goddess is not just a sacred presence; it is the soul around which the entire festival revolves. Every year, artisans of Kumartuli begin their journey months in advance, carefully sculpting clay into divine form. From the first...
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Durga Puja in Bengal has always been more than a religious celebration—it is a grand stage for art, design, and imagination. Over the years, theme pujas have become the heart of the festival, transforming pandals into open-air art galleries. Artists, craftsmen, and young designers collaborate...
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Durga Puja in Kolkata has long been celebrated not only as a religious festival but also as a stage for extraordinary creativity. Over the past few decades, the rise of “theme pujas” has transformed pandals into immersive art installations. From recreating global landmarks like the pyramids...
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