In a world where patriarchy has long dictated the rules, ancient Indian mythology carved out a bold exception. It didn’t just make room for women—it placed them at the very heart of the universe.

Bhagalpur's Durga Puja celebrations revolve around two historic venues, Durga Bari and Kali Bari, both over a century old. These traditional "baroari pujas" attract families from across the region, ...

Kolkata: As the city prepares for Kali Puja, artisans at Kumartuli are working against the clock to craft and deliver idols on time. Several of them are reusing the wood-and-straw frames of Durga ...

The most celebrated event of the year ---- festival of lights --- is just a mile away. This is the same time when devotees throng to different temples where Goddess Kali is worshipped. Kali Puja is ...

Kali Puja 2025: The sacred festival of Kali Puja is celebrated every year with great devotion and splendour. It takes place roughly two weeks after the five-day festivities of Durga Puja. This year, ...

(RNS) — Along with the crisp, cool air of fall arrives the Hindu festival that celebrates Hinduism’s goddess, Durga, in all her forms. Some communities will celebrate it as Navratri, a Sanskrit word ...

Kali Puja 2025: In Bengal, Diwali coincides with Kali Puja, celebrating Goddess Kali's triumph over evil. The festival blends lights, devotion and mythology honouring the cosmic power of Shakti and ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Durga Puja Pandal at Kali Bari in Delhi's Chittaranjan Park (CR Park) on the occasion of Maha Ashtami on Tuesday evening. Upon visit, the Prime Minister ...

Kali Puja or Shyama Puja, a religious festival of the Hindu community, will be celebrated across the country on Monday with due sacred fervor and enthusiasm. The main features of the Puja are ...