India
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: Union Ministers, CMs Mourn Tragic Loss of Lives
Union Ministers and CMs offer condolences after a tragic stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata.
18 October 2026 · 3 minRavi Pandey
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India
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: 19 Dead; CM Announces ₹25 Lakh Aid and Govt Jobs
19 people died in a tragic stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal. CM Adhikari announces compensation and govt jobs.
17 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Crime
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: Rain and Massive Crowds Trigger Chaos
Eyewitnesses describe how rain and overcrowding led to a tragic stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
India
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: 19 Dead; CM Vows Legal Action Against Negligence
19 people, mostly children and girls, died in a stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal. CM Suvendu Adhikari vows strict action.
17 October 2026 · 3 minVijay Narayan Singh
India
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: President Murmu, VP Radhakrishnan and Top Leaders Mourn Tragedy
President Murmu, VP Radhakrishnan, and other top leaders express grief over the tragic stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal.
17 October 2026 · 2 minRavi Pandey
Crime
Kolkata Pandal Tragedy: 17 Dead, 25 Injured in Horrific Stampede
A tragic stampede at Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata leaves 17 dead and 25 injured. Investigation into security lapses underway.
17 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
India
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: PM Modi Announces Rs 2 Lakh Ex-Gratia for Deceased
PM Narendra Modi announces financial aid for victims of the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal stampede in Kolkata.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Religion
Sidhivinayak Mandir Theme: Howrah's Stunning Durga Pandal Draws Crowds
Explore the stunning Sidhivinayak Mandir themed Durga Pandal by Bally Deshbandhu Club in Howrah, featuring unique idols and a special cutout.
17 October 2026 · 2 minAashutosh Kumar
India
Chaos in Kolkata: Stampede at Chorbagan Puja Pandal Leaves Many Injured
At least 35 injured after a stampede-like situation broke out at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Puja pandal in North Kolkata amid heavy rain.
17 October 2026 · 3 minRavi Pandey
Lifestyle
Green Puja: Kolkata Pandal Turns Waste Into Art for the Planet
BC Block's 'Jiyon Kathi' Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata uses recycled materials to advocate for environmental conservation and waste reduction.
17 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Lifestyle
Mahabharata Epics and AI Wonders: Kolkata's Durga Puja Pandals Blend Tradition with Tech
From the epic Mahabharata to AI and space science, explore the unique and innovative Durga Puja pandals lighting up Kolkata this year.
16 October 2026 · 4 minPoonam Rajpoot
Religion
Hawa Mahal in Siliguri: Stunning Laser Show Depicts Mahishasura Mardini
Saktigarh Sarbajanin Durga Puja Committee brings Rajasthan's Hawa Mahal and a stunning Mahishasura Mardini laser show to Siliguri.
16 October 2026 · 3 minAashutosh Kumar
Religion
Beyond Materialism: Ultadanga's 'Amurta' Pandal Explores Human Soul
Explore 'Amurta' at Ultadanga Bidhan Sangha's Durga Pandal in Kolkata, an artistic journey into abstract human emotions and introspection.
16 October 2026 · 3 minAashutosh Kumar
Lifestyle
Ganga Boicho Keno: Kumartuli Park’s Durga Puja Theme Honors Bhupen Hazarika
Kumartuli Park's Durga Puja theme 'Ganga Boicho Keno' uses Bhupen Hazarika's song to fight river pollution and social inequality.
16 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Lifestyle
From Angkor Wat to Coal Mines: Durga Puja Pandals Go Bold
From Cambodia's Angkor Wat in Varanasi to coal mines in Bengal, explore the most creative and socially relevant Durga Puja pandal themes this year.
16 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Lifestyle
Ram Ki Ayodhya: Kolkata's Salt Lake Sanskritik Sansad Debuts Grand Durga Puja
Kolkata's Salt Lake Sanskritik Sansad debuts its first Durga Puja with a 'Ram Ki Ayodhya' theme, featuring 3D lights and celebrity guests.
16 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Lifestyle
Coal Mine Chaos: Kolkata Pandal Portrays Miners' Struggle
Thakurpukur SB Park Sarbojanin in Behala transforms its Durga Puja pandal into an underground coal mine to highlight the struggles of miners.
16 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Lifestyle
Devotion Meets Art: Kolkata Pandals Champion Women's Rights and World Peace
Explore how Kolkata's Durga Puja pandals are using themes like Satyajit Ray's Devi and Longmen Grottoes to spread social messages and world peace.
16 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Religion
Ram Ki Ayodhya: Governor RN Ravi Launches Grand Festivities in Kolkata
West Bengal Governor RN Ravi inaugurates the 'Ram Ki Ayodhya' themed Durga Puja and Dussehra celebrations by Salt Lake Sanskritik Sansad in Kolkata.
15 October 2026 · 2 minAashutosh Kumar
Lifestyle
Caged Goddess: Kolkata Pandal Slams Patriarchy and Blind Faith
Kendua Shanti Sangha's Durga Puja pandal uses haunting art to highlight women's oppression and the irony of divine worship vs real-life struggle.
15 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
India
Durga Puja a 'Puja of Change' with Massive Govt Support: Dilip Ghosh
Minister Dilip Ghosh claims Durga Puja is a puja of change as government increases financial aid to 58,000 organisers across West Bengal.
15 October 2026 · 3 minRavi Pandey
Politics
2026 Durga Puja Special as Anti-National Mentalities Defeated: BJP MP Raju Bista
BJP MP Raju Bista claims the 2026 Durga Puja is special as anti-national and anti-social mentalities face defeat in West Bengal.
15 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Lifestyle
Kolkata Pandal Recreates Lord Krishna’s Cosmic Form
Discover the stunning Chetla Durga Puja pandal depicting Lord Krishna's Vishva Rupa and Goddess Durga as the universe's protector.
15 October 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot
Lifestyle
Governor RN Ravi Inaugurates Dhakuria Durga Puja Pandal
West Bengal Governor RN Ravi inaugurated the Dhakuria Sahidnagar Sarbojanin Durga Puja, featuring a poignant 'Maha Milan' theme on refugee struggles.
15 October 2026 · 2 minPoonam Rajpoot