Festivals

Dhenkanal: The annual Gajalaxmi Puja began here without the traditional fervour amid COVID-19 guidelines and protocols. All the 38 puja committees stuck to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs) issued by...

Sharad Purnima is on October 30. The moon will rise at 4:29 pm. Its tithi will begin on October 30 at 5:45 pm and will end on October 31 at...

The world is celebrating festivals amid unprecedented circumstances this year. The effect of coronavirus was evident during this Durga Puja and Vijayadashami in the decorations and idols of Durga Maa...

Bhawanipatna: Chhatar Jatra of Goddess Manikeswari concluded here on Saturday without the participation of devotees amid COVID-19 restrictions. After midnight, the Chhatar of Manikeswari, representing the deity, was taken to...

The myriad festivals, celebrated in different parts of the country, reflect India's vibrant and splendid culture. It is no surprise that our producers and directors borrow themes from these colourful...

Dhubri: A 37-year-old Assam government employee has created a Durga idol here with strips of expired tablets, capsules and injection vials. Sanjib Basak, an employee of Dhubri district administration, wanted...

Bhubaneswar: This is the only trade I know; I have mastered it from generations. I have gone through hard times before too, but never did I dream that one day...

Kolkata: Sonu Sood is overwhelmed. A Durga Puja committee has installed his life-size statue at their pandal to honour his pathbreaking efforts of helping thousands of migrant workers in returning...

Bhubaneswar: The dreaded coronavirus has transformed our lives drastically. So much so that we can't even celebrate our favourite festivals like we used to. Rath Yatra in Puri was organized without...

Reliance Jewels has launched 'Utkala' an exquisite jewellery range to mark the beginning of the festive season. The collection is inspired by the distinctive motifs, patterns and designs that embody...