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October 3, 2025 10:59 AM

Eleven killed as tractor-trolley overturns during Durga immersion in Madhya Pradesh; PM Modi announces ex-gratia relief

Eleven people were killed and three others injured after a tractor-trolley carrying devotees overturned during a Durga idol immersion in Madhya Pradesh’s Khandwa district on Thursday. The bodies of all 11 victims have been recovered and sent for post-mortem, Khandwa Collector Rishav Gupta said Of the three injured, two are reported to be out of danger, while one remains in serious condition and is undergoing treatment. According to Gupta, the victims were part of a group from Ra...

October 1, 2025 9:31 AM

Durga Puja festivities bring Agartala alive

The spirit of Durga Puja has gripped Agartala with full fervour, turning the capital city into a hub of colour, culture, and celebration. Often considered the second city after Kolkata in hosting Durga Puja on such a grand scale, Agartala has been drawing lakhs of visitors from across the Northeast and other parts of the country. From the city centre to suburban areas, pandals with elaborate themes and giant idols have become major attractions. Many structures this year showcase themes of patri...

September 30, 2025 10:06 PM

PM Modi joins Durga Puja celebrations at Delhi’s Chittaranjan Park

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday evening participated in the Durga Puja festivities at Chittaranjan Park (CR Park), popularly known as Delhi’s “mini Bengal,” on the auspicious occasion of Maha Ashtami. The Prime Minister offered prayers at the Kali Mandir around sandhikaal - the sacred juncture between Ashtami and Navami, believed to be the moment Goddess Chamunda manifested to slay demons Chanda and Munda. He also performed sandhya aarti of Maa Durga at the pandal set up by the CR...

September 30, 2025 3:55 PM

Durga Puja 2025: Chittaranjan Park Durga Pandal inspired by Satyajit Ray’s ‘Sonar Kella’

While every Durga Puja pandal puja showcases devotion and creativity, the thematic decorations at CR in Delhi have drawn particular attention. The Chittaranjan Park Durga Puja committee here has blended tradition with cinematic brilliance this year, unveiling a Durga Puja pandal inspired by Satyajit Ray’s iconic film 'Sonar Kella'. The celebration coincides with the committee’s 50th anniversary of constructing grand Durga pandals, making the occasion even more special. For its pandal in K-B...

September 29, 2025 9:29 PM

President Murmu extends greetings on eve of Durga Puja

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conveyed her greetings to all citizens on the eve of Durga Puja, extending her best wishes to Indians both within the country and abroad. In her message, the President said that Durga Puja reflects India’s rich culture, faith, and spiritual heritage. She highlighted that worshipping Maa Durga in her nine forms serves not only as a path to spiritual purification but also inspires people to uphold truth, justice, and compassion. The festival, she added, promot...

September 21, 2025 10:52 AM

‘May our lives be filled with light and purpose’: PM Modi extends Mahalaya greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted people on the occasion of Mahalaya, which marks the beginning of Durga Puja festivities. “Wishing you all Shubho Mahalaya! As the sacred days of Durga Puja draw near, may our lives be filled with light and purpose. May the divine blessings of Maa Durga bring unwavering strength, lasting joy and wonderful health,” the Prime Minister said in a post on X. Mahalaya is observed at the conclusion of Shradh or Pitru Paksha, a 16-day period when Hindu...