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'Mahishasura' idol resembling Mahatma Gandhi at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal sparks row

KOLKATA: Organisers at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata had to change the look of a 'Mahishasura' idol with a wig and a moustache, which bore an uncanny resemblance to Mahatma Gandhi and stoked a controversy.

The Times of India

AP PHOTOS: Artists paint, mold idols for Durga Puja festival

Spirits are soaring in India's “City of Joy” of as tens of thousands of people jostle on Kolkata's streets in celebration of “Durga Puja,” the most important festival of the Bengali community.

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₹40,000 crore Durga Puja in West Bengal creates 3 lakh jobs, says Stakeholders

With more than 40,000 community pujas across the state, the festival creates a scurry of economic activities for three-four months every year, they said

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Understanding the Durga Puja economy

Brisker Puja sales may not implicate a better economic climate in West Bengal

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11 feet 'Ashtadhatu' Durga idol weighing over 1,000 kg installed at Mandap in Kolkata

On the occasion of Durga Puja, 11-foot Goddess Durga's idol weighing one metric ton will be installed at the mandap of Beniatola Sarbojanin Durga Puja community in North Kolkata. Read more on Dynamite News:

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Durga Puja celebrations at CR Park from a non-Bengali's perspective

With the sweet fragrance of the 'shuili' flowers scattering around and blending with the autumn breeze, it's an indication that the annual occasion when goddess Durga is commemorated for conquering the demon king 'Mahishasura' is finally here. Read more on Dynamite News

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Cancer patients’ pandal hopping adds to Durga Puja’s inclusivity in Kolkata

On Saturday, when the city was soaking in the festive spirit of Mahasasthi, the sixth day of festival, about 125 people from Premashraya visited five Puja pandals in the Salt Lake area

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Happy Durga Puja 2022: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, FB and Whatsapp Status

Durga Puja begins on the 6th day of Navratri. It will begin on 1st October and end with Durga Visarjan on 5th October, Vijay Dashami. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma had granted the demon Mahishasura a blessing of invincibility, making him indestructible. With this blessing, Mahishasura assaulted the Gods…

The Times of India

Durga Puja makes a comeback in Delhi after 2 years; grand affair on cards

NEW DELHI: After a two-year pandemic lull, Delhi is gearing up for Durga Puja with pandals already decked up in all their glory and streets lined with stalls selling toys and confectionaries.

The Times of India

Durga Puja 2022: Festive spirits return to pre-pandemic high in Delhi

After a hiatus of 2 years, the festive fervour is back in New Delhi's mini Bengal, Chittaranjan Park which is known for its Durga Puja celebrations. Read more on Dynamite News:

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Post-poll violence-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata

The pandal was inaugurated by BJP State president Sukanta Majumdar and Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari

The Hindu

Kolkata Durga Puja pandal enlivens with 'Tandav

The Hazra Park Durgotsab Puja Committee in Kolkata is in its 80 years. This year, the theme of the Durga Puja celebrations is 'Tandav'. Read more on Dynamite News:

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Theme-based Durga puja pandals in Hyderabad

Eco-friendly structures and a rural backdrop blend art, tradition and nostalgia at Durga Puja pavilions in the city

The Hindu

Durga Puja: Ashtami Pushpanjali now with Bengali verses

Sanskrit scholar Nrisingha Prasad Bhaduri, linguist Pabitra Sarkar, and Kaliprasanna Bhattacharya, a priest who has conducted Durga Puja rituals for at least 60 years, came together for the initiative to promote Bengali

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Festive spirits soar high for Durga Puja in Bengaluru

The Bengali Association for the Residents of Sarjapur and HSR Area (BARSHA) will be hosting the biggest idol in the city, towering over 20 ft.

The Times of India

Mumbai: Durga Puja back with a bang after two years of Covid

MUMBAI: A renewed enthusiasm is palpable among the Bengali community ahead of the first full fledged Durga Puja since 2019. From the serene monks of Ramakrishna Mission to the exuberant women who lead an independent puja in Andheri Lokhandwala, each is looking forward to the festival that spans October 1-5.

The Times of India

62 prosecuted in night-long drink-drive raids across Kolkata

KOLKATA: The Kolkata Traffic Police conducted raids at 49 points on Monday night to ensure the safety of people when the city is gearing up for Durga Puja celebrations. Total 285 bikers were booked in two phases during the raid that lasted for around seven hours. "We have come across…

The Times of India

Global tag inspires clubs to choose Kolkata's cultural, architectural heritage as theme

KOLKATA: The international recognition of intangible cultural heritage of humanity by Unesco to Kolkata's Durga Puja has inspired a few committees this year to keep their themes in line with the inscription.

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Dublin's Indian communities set to come together for Durga Puja celebrations

A six-day festive bonanza will be taking place at the Vedic Hindu Cultural Centre in Ballymount

The Times of India

Kolkata: Cops ready Plan B to keep puja traffic moving in Chetla zone

KOLKATA: The non-availability of under construction Chetla Lock Gate Bridge led to brainstorming among Kolkata traffic police officers on probable alternatives for use as a safety valve when pressure builds up on Durgapur Bridge that connects two Durga Puja crowd-pullers: Suruchi Sangha and Chetla Agrani.

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West Bengal: Court relief for Mamata govt. in Durga puja donation case

According to the state government, a total grant of Rs 240 crore 16 lakh 80 thousand has been allocated for about 43,000 community Dura puja organising clubs in the city. Read more on Dynamite News

The Hindu

Calcutta High Court allows West Bengal government’s grant to Durga puja committees

The Court, while emphasising that the stand of the State is that the disbursement of the fund is for “public purpose” said that grant should be strictly utilised for the purpose.

The Hindu

Bangladesh to deploy paramilitary force in Durga puja pandals

Decision taken following a meeting between leaders of minority Hindu community and Bangladesh officials

The Hindu

Mamata Banerjee’s problematic Durga Puja push

By promoting religion, the Mamata government is venturing into dangerous territory

The Hindu

Early Durga Puja celebration in West Bengal with a grand rally: Mamata Banerjee

People sang and danced along the five-kilometre stretch from Joransanko Thakurbari to Red Road

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