Durga Puja is almost here. On the sixth day of Navratri, goddess Durga devotees bring her home in a grand ceremony, celebrating her arrival with puja ceremonies and prasad distribution. (Image source: ...

If you’ve ever been swept into the buzz of Indian festivals in New York, Toronto, or London, you might have come across two names that pop up around the same time every fall, Navratri and Durga Puja.

Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava or Sharadotsava, is a major Hindu festival observed in honour of the goddess Durga, commemorating her victory over Mahishasura. Back in 2021, Durga Puja in Kolkata ...

When the sound of the dhaak fills the air and the fragrance of shiuli flowers signals the onset of autumn, Bengalis and devotees across India know one thing—Durga Puja has arrived. More than just a ...

Durga Puja is one of the biggest festivals celebrated across India, especially in West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Tripura and also in big cities like Delhi and Mumbai. Every day of this festival has a ...

Durga Puja is one of the most important Hindu rituals observed during Navratri. Devotees worship Maa Durga with full devotion by following the traditional Shodashopachara Puja Vidhi (षोडशोपचार पूजा ...

Every year, Maa Durga's arrival at her mortal abode brings happiness, prosperity, and boundless blessings to all her children. They await the auspicious arrival, and as Durga finally descends on earth ...

Durga Puja is a significant and greatly celebrated Hindu festival that honours Goddess Durga and celebrates the victory of good over evil. Over centuries, Durga Puja has evolved from a religious ...

Durga Ashtami is celebrated on the third day of Durga Puja celebrations and eighth day of Navratri festivities across the country. (Image source: Canva) Durga Ashtami is celebrated on the third day of ...

Durga Puja 2025 has begun! While the rituals and grand pandals capture much of the spotlight, the streets outside tell their own story through flavours. Every corner comes alive with the aroma of ...