As Diwali 2025 draws near, houses burst into life with flickering diyas, rangoli patterns, and the scent of festive sweets in the air. Alongside the dazzling lights and celebrations, one of the most ...

Kojagara Puja, or Kojagiri Purnima, is an auspicious day dedicated to Goddess Laxmi, primarily celebrated in Eastern India. Observed on October 6, 2025, devotees stay awake all night, fast, and offer ...

Kali Puja 2025: Kali Puja which is observed nearly a fortnight after the five-day Durga Puja festival, is celebrated with great fervour by Hindu devotees across India – especially in the states of ...

Kojagari Laxmi Puja, also called Sharad Purnima or Kaumudi Vrat, is celebrated with a night-long vigil or Jagarana. Devotees stay awake to honor Goddess Lakshmi, who is believed to visit homes asking, ...

Durga Puja 2025 brought a welcome windfall for Kolkata’s malls and food and beverage sector, as footfall surged despite persistent rain throughout the festivities. Kolkata’s Puja economy, pegged at ...

Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025, commemorating the victory of good over evil. The main ritual, Lakshmi Puja, will be observed in the evening, with ...

Today the festival of Diwali is being celebrated across the country. On this night, people light lamps (deepas), decorate homes, and worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. Also known as Deepawali ...

The Durga Puja Carnival is organised by the state government to showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage and the craftsmanship behind its world-renowned pandals. The carnival has been attracting ...

Karwa Chauth, also known as Karak Chaturthi, is a revered Hindu festival observed mainly in North India. “Karwa” or “Karak” refers to an earthen pot used during the puja to offer Argha (water offering ...

All you need to know about these festivals: On October 6, Hindus will observe the auspicious occasion of Sharad Purnima, which is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Ashvin, ...

Chhath Puja, another significant Hindu holiday, occurs right after Diwali. The fervour for Chhath is evident throughout North India, even though it is a prominent celebration in the state of Bihar.

Banks in Agartala and Kolkata will be closed today, October 6, for Laxmi Puja. There are multiple bank holidays this week, due to regional celebrations and RBI mandates.(Pixabay) Bank holiday today: ...