Durga Puja
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Maharashtra: Washim tense after clashes during Durga immersion procession, police step up security
Maharashtra | Oct 22, 2026, 09:05 AM ISTThe violence erupted near the Tipu Sultan Chowk in Maharashtra's Washim during a Durga idol immersion procession, with people belonging to different communities pelting stones at each other. However, the situation has been brought under control.
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Ribs fractured, bones pierced into lungs: Autopsy reports reveal how Kolkata stampede victims died
Kolkata | Oct 20, 2026, 11:01 AM ISTThese post-mortem findings have pointed to traumatic asphyxia caused by chest compression as the likely cause of death for most of the 19 people in the recent stampede at Kolkata’s Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal.
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Alia Bhatt's red saree and blue blouse at Durga Puja bring back memories of her RRR look
Entertainment | Oct 19, 2026, 03:29 PM ISTBollywood actor Alia Bhatt’s red saree and blue blouse at Mumbai’s North Bombay Durga Puja celebrations recalled her traditional look as Sita in RRR.
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Why do Bengali women play with sindoor on Bijoya Dashami? Know the significance of Sindoor Khela
Spirituality | Oct 19, 2026, 07:13 AM ISTSindoor Khela 2026 will be observed on Bijoya Dashami, October 21, in West Bengal. Discover why Bengali women play with vermilion during Durga Puja, the ritual's religious and cultural significance, its traditions and the meaning behind the white-and-red sarees.
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Chorbagan tragedy: Bengal CM seeks SIT probe under HC judge, reviews safety lapses
West Bengal | Oct 18, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTBriefing the reporters after chairing a meeting to review safety lapses, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has said the state government will seek an SIT probe under a sitting high court judge to probe the incident at Chorbagan.
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A 'pandal will collapse' announcement and more: Police explain what caused the Chorbagan tragedy
West Bengal | Oct 18, 2026, 12:42 PM ISTAs the probe continues into the tragedy at Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal that killed 19 people, the Kolkata Police has found that there was a mismanagement and confusing announcements caused the tragedy. Plus, a sudden downpour only worsened the situation.
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Ranbir Kapoor reunites with Ayan Mukerji at Durga Puja pandal, sings 'Kabira' with Harshdeep Kaur
Entertainment | Oct 18, 2026, 10:52 AM ISTRanbir Kapoor visited Mumbai's North Bombay Durga Puja pandal on Saturday, sought Goddess Durga's blessings and joined Harshdeep Kaur on stage to sing 'Kabira' from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.
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Case registered, organisers among 7 arrested as police swing into action after Kolkata stampede
West Bengal | Oct 18, 2026, 11:05 AM ISTTill now, the Kolkata Police has arrested seven people, including the organisers, after the stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal. Also, the cops have detained 14 other people.
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'Saw my mother die before my eyes': An eyewitness' tragic ordeal of Kolkata Durga Puja stampede
West Bengal | Oct 18, 2026, 08:27 AM ISTRecounting Saturday's incident, a man named Sonu Pal said his mother was killed in front of him. Pal said he had gone to the Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata's Chorbagan alongside his mother, but little did he knew back then about what was about to happen.
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Kolkata stampede: Chorebagan Durga Puja organisers among 14 detained by police
West Bengal | Oct 18, 2026, 09:23 AM ISTFourteen people were detained following a deadly stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata's Chorbagan that claimed the lives of 19 people, including many women. The 12 detainees include the organisers and volunteers of the Chorebagan Durga Puja.
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Kolkata stampede leaves 19 dead, probe initiated; CM calls for safety review of Durga Puja pandals
West Bengal | Oct 18, 2026, 07:38 AM ISTSpeaking to reporters after inspecting the site and visiting the Kolkata Medical College and Hospital, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has announced the formation of a high-level committee that will conduct a safety review of Durga Puja pandals across the state.
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Kolkata Durga Puja pandal collapse leaves 17 dead, 35 devotees injured, panic at site
Kolkata | Oct 17, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTThose affected have been rescued and admitted to Calcutta Medical College Hospital. The incident has caused significant chaos among the Puja organisers. West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari and Chief Secretary Manoj Agarwal visited the hospitalised injured at Calcutta Medical College and Hospital.
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CR Park Durga Puja 2026: From 'Vande Mataram' to 'Sahaj Path', here's what pandals have in store
Lifestyle | Oct 13, 2026, 11:47 AM ISTThe nearest metro station to CR Park is Nehru Enclave (Magenta Line). Visitors can also reach CR Park conveniently from Greater Kailash Metro Station (Magenta Line), depending on their entry point. Both stations are within 5-10 minutes of the puja pandals, making travel easy during the festive rush.
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Kolkata's Eden Gardens lights up for Mahalaya celebrations with drone show and Durga installations
Lifestyle | Oct 11, 2026, 08:36 AM ISTKolkata's Eden Gardens hosted grand Mahalaya Durga Puja celebrations on October 10, featuring cultural performances, a drone show and illuminated Goddess Durga installations. West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, Governor RN Ravi and other dignitaries attended the event.
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Shardiya Navratri and Durga Puja 2026 calendar: Dates for Ashtami, Navami, Vijayadashami and more
Spirituality | Oct 10, 2026, 12:49 PM ISTShardiya Navratri and Durga Puja 2026 bring days of prayers, fasting and festive celebrations. Check the complete calendar, including Navratri start and end dates, Ghatasthapana muhurat, the nine forms of Maa Durga and important Durga Puja rituals from Shashthi to Vijayadashami.
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Kolkata Metro to run special train services on five corridors during Durga Puja: Check date, timing
Kolkata | Oct 08, 2026, 09:28 PM ISTThe Kolkata Metro said that from October 17 to 20 -- Maha Saptami, Maha Astami and Maha Navami -- 248 services, 124 in each direction, will operate daily from 1 pm till 4 am the following morning. The peak-hour frequency will be six minutes.
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Park Street's Allen Park to host Durga Puja for first time, CM Suvendu Adhikari to inaugurate
West Bengal | Oct 06, 2026, 05:08 PM ISTPark Street's iconic Allen Park is set to host Durga Puja for the first time, marking a new chapter for the Kolkata landmark known for its Christmas celebrations. The Puja will feature a Tandava theme and cultural programmes.
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Spider-Man from Kolkata spreads joy in dhoti-panjabi ahead of Durga Puja | WATCH
offbeat | Oct 05, 2026, 03:23 PM ISTKolkata's own Spider-Man has caught attention online after being spotted at a Durga idol-making workshop ahead of Puja. Dressed in a traditional kurta-pyjama with his iconic mask, the desi superhero has added a fun twist to festive preparations.
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Dhirendra Shastri clarifies Durga Puja meat diktat, says he only spoke against 'bali pratha'
West Bengal | Sep 10, 2026, 08:04 PM ISTIssuing a clarification over his meat diktat for Durga Puja celebrations, Bageshwar Dham head priest Dhirendra Shastri aka Bageshwar Baba has said he never commented on anyone's food habits and his remarks were only against the 'bali pratha'.
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Ban on liquor sale on Ashtami, curbs on DJs among measures announced by Bengal govt for Durga Puja
West Bengal | Sep 08, 2026, 01:25 PM ISTThe West Bengal government has decided to impose a ban on DJs and curb sale of liquor on Maha Ashtami during this year's Durga Puja celebrations in the state. Additionally, the government also announced that no Durga Puja inauguration will take place before Mahalaya this year.