durga puja

With winters right around the corner, Durga puja comes knocking at our doorstep in all its glory and divine fervor, creating a festive aura all around. This auspicious festival is primarily a celebration of the goddess Durga and her powers,…

By Anil Dhir * “This is the only trade I know; I have mastered it from generations. I have gone through hard times before too, but never did I dream that one day people will not be allowed to celebrate festivals. This year I am not even…

Cuttack: In order to prevent the spread of Covid-19 in Cuttack City, the Commissionerate Police will ensure tight security during Durga Puja. This was informed by Cuttack DCP Prateek Singh today. He further said as many as 30 platoons of…

Bhubaneswar: MyJio app has showcased a collection of short videos of the best Durga Puja pandals from the twin city to make the festivities digitally alive. Jio has planned this to provide a glimpse of pandals and festive vibes to all its…

Bhubaneswar: The city buses under Mo Bus programme will not be available in the afternoon from today as the timings have been changed for the festive season. Owing to traffic restriction guidelines issued by the Commissionerate Police…

Kolkata: Hoping to bewitch revellers with its radiance and opulence, a goddess Durga idol made of 50 kg gold worth around a whopping Rs 20 crore is nearing completion at a community puja marquee in central Kolkata. The 13-feet tall idol…