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Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: 17 dead, 25 injured; committee members detained, CM Adhikari announces Rs 25 lakh aid & govt job for kin of each deceasedKolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: A stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata claimed 17 lives and left 25 ...- Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede kills 17, injures 25; children among dead, Bengal CM cancels programmesA stampede at the Chor Bagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday evening left 17 people dead and 25 injured, includin...
- PM Modi says Kolkata stampede extremely distressing, announces ex gratiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences after a tragic stampede in Kolkata resulted in multiple fatalities. The incident occ...
- From Ram temple to Vande Mataram, Kolkata Durga Pujas draw on heritage, nationalism for inspirationKolkata's Durga Puja celebrations this year feature themes inspired by India's civilisational heritage, nationalism and cultural identity, ...
- Saturday bank holiday: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and others open or closed today on October 17, 2026?Bank holiday today: Today, banks will function as usual across most parts of India, with Tripura being the exception due to the Maha Saptam...
- Kolkata: Durga’s diversities add to the city’s joyThe famed creativity of Bengalis is very much in evidence at this pre-eminent religio-cultural festival. In recent decades, artists and vis...
- Durga Puja 2026: 100+ Captions and Hashtags for Instagram, Reels, Facebook, Pandal Hopping and Maa Durga’s ArrivalDurga Puja 2026 celebrates the homecoming of Maa Durga, bringing devotion, festive fashion, pandal hopping and unforgettable nights. Discov...
- Must-Visit Pandals During Durga Puja 2026 in Kolkata And Know Why Durga Puja Is More Than a Festival That Make West Bengal's Heart BeatDurga Puja 2026 will transform Kolkata into a celebration of faith, art, culture and community. From Mahalaya and Bodhon to Sandhi Puja, Dh...
- Why Bengalis Perform Dhunuchi Naach During Durga Puja: The Ritual, Meaning and Story Behind the DanceDhunuchi Naach is a cherished ritual during Durga Puja that beautifully fuses music, dance, and spirituality. Participants, holding ceremon...
- Durga Puja 2026 Wishes: 100+ Heartfelt Messages, Bengali Greetings and Maa Durga Quotes in English to Share With Loved OnesDurga Puja 2026 brings forth a vibrant atmosphere filled with joy, family reunions, and reverence towards Maa Durga. It's a season where he...
- West Bengal: Vijaya Dashami 2026 and Durga Visarjan - Date, Rituals, Sindoor Khela and SignificanceVijaya Dashami 2026 in West Bengal will be observed on October 21, marking the final day of Durga Puja. The day is known for emotional fare...
- Durga Puja Day 1 (16 October 2026): What Is Mahashashthi? Kalparambha, Akal Bodhon and Bilva Nimantran ExplainedDurga Puja 2026 begins its main celebrations with Mahashashthi on October 16. Discover the meaning and significance of Kalparambha, Akal Bo...
- Calcutta HC says opposition voice must not be stifled, questions CPI-M stall ban"Don't stifle the voice of other parties, that is not the spirit of democracy," Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya said while the court was hear...
- Durga Puja celebrations in Bengal to be rain-free: IMDAccording to the India Meteorological Department, rain-free weather is expected in West Bengal during Durga Puja. Light to moderate rain ma...
- Bank holiday on Durga Puja: Bankers in West Bengal urge chief minister to declare October 17 as a holidayHoliday on Maha Saptami Puja: Bankers in West Bengal are appealing for an additional holiday on October 17 to celebrate Maha Saptami Puja. ...
- West Bengal: Governor RN Ravi says state is determined to create a ‘golden Bengal’West Bengal Governor RN Ravi emphasized the state's commitment to creating a golden Bengal and improving Durga Puja celebrations. The Chief...
- Mahalaya 2026 date: When does Durga Puja begin this year? Check all puja dates, timings and significanceMMahalaya 2026 Durga Puja Dates: Mahalaya 2026 will be observed on October 10, marking the end of Pitru Paksha and signalling the arrival o...
- Saturday bank holiday: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and others open or closed today on October 10, 2026?On October 10, 2026, banking services will be suspended due to the second Saturday of the month coinciding with Mahalaya Amavasye celebrate...
- Durga Puja 2026: Why Maa Durga Arrives With Her Children and What Each One RepresentsDurga Puja 2026 celebrates Maa Durga’s return to her maternal home, traditionally accompanied by Ganesha, Lakshmi, Kartikeya and Saraswati....
- Suvendu Adhikari announces Rs 1,000 crore religious tourism circuit in BengalWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced plans to create a religious tourism circuit with a budget of Rs 1,000 crore. The plan...
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