When the sound of “Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu” or “Om Dum Durgaye Namah” fills temples and homes during Navratri, devotees feel an instant surge of energy. Chanting the names of Goddess Durga is not just ...
On Thursday, millions of Bengali Indians and Bangladeshis celebrate Durga Puja, the festival of the Hindu mother goddess who banishes evil from the earth. These days, commentator Sandip Roy observes ...
Her name Chandraghanta comes from the crescent moon worn by her on the head. This is a terrible aspect of Goddess Shakti and is roaring in anger. This form of Durga is completely different from ...
Mahalaya is just a night away. In less than a day, Bengal is ready to wake up at 4 am in the morning to the sacred chants of Birendrakrishna Bhadra’s Mahishasuramardini as the auspicious Devipokkho ...
Leaning on his 10-armed creation, Govind Nath is ready to breathe life into the Hindu goddess Durga, a beloved deity who will be revered by tens of thousands of worshippers during the Durga Puja ...
Chaitra Navratri is a significant Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the new year as per the Hindu lunar calendar. It is celebrated in Chaitra (March-April) and is dedicated to the nine forms ...
Durga Puja is almost here. On the sixth day of Navratri, goddess Durga devotees bring her home in a grand ceremony, celebrating her arrival with puja ceremonies and prasad distribution. (Image source: ...
Purana Durga Bari is a temple situated in Varanasi that is devoted to the goddess Durga, also known as the great mother goddess, who is worshiped all over India. The temple is visited by pilgrims from ...
There has often been a controversy surrounding the 10-rupee coin regarding which coins are genuine and which are fake.
A striking makeover of Goddess Durga has captured widespread attention. A model was transformed to closely resemble the goddess, with intricate makeup and detailing that made the look appear divine.