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WHY MAHALAYA IS CELEBRATED
Why Bengalis Wake Up at 4 AM on Mahalaya: The Story Behind the Ritual and Radio TraditionOn Saturday, October 10, 2026, Mahalaya signifies the conclusion of Pitru Paksha, a cherished time for Bengali families. They will rise wit...- Bengali Durga Puja 2026: Powerful Maa Durga Mantras, Stotras and Chants for DevoteesBengali Durga Puja 2026 is a time of devotion, celebration and Shakti worship. Know powerful Maa Durga mantras, Pushpanjali chants, Durga s...
- Durga Puja 2026 Dates: Know When Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami FallDurga Puja 2026 will be celebrated in October, with the main festivities spanning Shashthi to Vijayadashami. Know the exact dates of Maha S...
- Sandhi Puja 2026: Date, Exact Muhurat, 108 Diyas and Why This Ritual Is Important During Durga PujaSandhi Puja 2026 will be observed during the sacred transition from Maha Ashtami to Maha Navami. Know the exact 48-minute Sandhi Puja Muhur...
- Mahalaya to Durga Puja 2026: What Happens Before Maa Durga Arrives? Complete TimelineMahalaya marks the end of Pitru Paksha and the beginning of the festive journey toward Durga Puja. This article explains the complete timel...
- 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...
- 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...
- Navratri 2026 vs Durga Puja 2026: Are They the Same Festival? Know the Key DifferencesNavratri vs Durga Puja is a common question as both festivals fall around the same time in October. While both honour Goddess Durga and Sha...
- 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...
- October 2026 Festival Calendar: When is Navratri, Durga Puja, Dussehra, Vijayadashmi, Karwa Chauth, Ekadashi and Sharad Purnima?October 2026 Hindu Festival calendar: Check the dates of Navratri, Dussehra, Vijayadashmi, Karwa Chauth, Sharad Purnima, Ekadashi and other...
- Bank holidays in October 2026: Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, Durga Puja, and more; check full listIn October 2026, Indian banks will observe several holidays coinciding with major festivals like Dussehra and Chath Puja. The Reserve Bank ...
- Durga Puja guidelines 2026: Suvendu Adhikari announces liquor ban, no DJs and more; check full listWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced significant changes to upcoming Durga Puja celebrations. Liquor sales will be banned ...
- West Bengal CM says no Durga Puja carnival this year, promises hassle-free celebrationWest Bengal's first Durga Puja under the BJP government will feature large cultural programs and drone shows. The annual carnival, introduc...
- Shubho Mahalaya 2025: Timing, rituals, significance and 40 best wishes for your friends, family & loved onesMahalaya, observed on September 21, 2025, marks the beginning of Durga Puja festivities and the transition from Pitru Paksha to Devi Paksha...
- Mahalaya Durga Puja 2023: History, significance and the rituals associated with itMahalaya is a significant day in the Hindu calendar, particularly celebrated in West Bengal, India, and Bangladesh. It marks the beginning ...
- Mahalaya: Prelude to Durga Puja, when the stage is set for arrival of the GoddessMahalaya signifies the arrival of Goddess Durga (another form of Shakti), to earth from her heavenly abode in Kailasha.
- List of festivals and bank holidays in October 2023The month of October in India is filled with festivals and holidays. Some of the major festivals celebrated during this time are Sharad Nav...
- Birendra Krishna Bhadra: Divine voice heralding Mahalaya chant for generations of Bengalis for more than 90 yearsFor millions of Bengalis, Durga Puja celebrations begin with tuning in to the sombre yet ethereal voice of Birendra Krishna Bhadra recounti...
- For Bengalis, Mahalaya is not just the prelude to 10-day-long festival but a day of Maa Durga's homecomingMahalaya marks the beginning of the 10-day-long Durga Puja.
- Bank holidays list for September 2020Kerala will celebrate Sree Narayana Guru jayanti and samadhi days.
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