Kolkata's iconic Victoria Memorial celebrates Durga Puja
Kolkata's iconic Victoria Memorial is celebrating Durgotsab: Life, Culture, and Livelihoods, jointly organized with the Bengal Business Council. This event is celebrating the cultural, social, and economic significance of Durga Puja, which has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Glimpses from RG Kar-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata
A Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata's Kankurgachi area was themed after the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at the city's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Kolkata gears up for Durga Puja
The last-minute touches and preparations are underway in Kolkata's Kumortuli as a few more days are left for the festival Durga Puja. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Hatibagan Nabin Pally prepares for Durga Puja
The Hatibagan Nabin Pally in Kolkata is gearing up for the grand festival Durga Puja. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Bhowanipur 75 Palli celebrates diamond jubilee this Durga Puja
Bhowanipur 75 Palli is set to commemorate its diamond jubilee year with a grand celebration of Durga Puja, showcasing a vibrant theme titled "Tobuo Tomar Kache Aamar Hridoy". The theme, crafted by renowned artist Shivshankar Das, will feature a mandap that embodies a rustic aesthetic, utilizing eco-friendly materials such as iron and asbestos sheets. It will be complemented by the intricate idol design by world-renowned artist Sanatan Dinda, ensuring a blend of tradition and modernity.Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS
Mimi Chakraborty launches Tanishq's Durga Puja collection Aalo
Tollywood actress Mimi Chakraborty on Tuesday launched Tanishq's new jewellery collection, Aalo, for the upcoming Durga Puja festival in Kolkata. (Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Harshvadhan Rane, Darshana Banik attend Tasva's Durga Puja collection launch in Kolkata
Tasva, a brand by Tarun Tahiliani launched its new Durga Puja collection in presence of actors Harshvardhan Rane and Darshana Banik in Kolkata.(Images by Avishek Mitra/IBNS)
Glimpses from Kolkata's mega Durga Puja Carnival 2023
Like every year, Kolkata bid adieu to some of the famous and revered Durga Puja idols across the city with much pomp and merry through the mega carnival organised by the Bengal government on Friday. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was present at the event as several popular puja organisers displayed their tableau showcasing the idols and cultural performances at the Red Road in presence of hundreds of spectators. Several celebrities from the Tollywood film industry like Prosenjit Chatterjee, Dev and Rituparna Sengupta were also in attendance at the grand carnival.
Bengal bids adieu to Goddess Durga
The five-day-long Durga Puja carnival in West Bengal came to a close on Tuesday with the immersion of idols on ‘Vijayadashami‘ at Babughat in the river Hooghly and other rivers across the state. The immersion was preceded by 'Sindur Khela' (smearing vermilion on each other's faces) by the women. (Photos by Avishek Mitra / IBNS)
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Ronaldinho in Kolkata amid Durga Puja festivities
Amid Durga Puja festivities, Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho was in Kolkata for a full day on Monday. (Images by Avishek Mitra)
Amit Shah inaugurates Ram Temple-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Ayodhya's Ram Temple-themed Durga Puja pandal at Santosh Mitra Square in Kolkata on Monday. (Images: IBNS)