The Latest Breaking News from Durga Puja

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 · Sep 29, 2022

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:

Dynamite News · Sep 29, 2022

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 · Sep 29, 2022

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 · Sep 24, 2022

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 · Sep 21, 2022

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.

The Times of India · Sep 21, 2022

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

Dublin Live · Sep 20, 2022

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.

The Times of India · Sep 20, 2022

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

Dynamite News · Sep 13, 2022

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 · Sep 13, 2022