Maverick Story’s

As it was published earlier, that the “Khar Bandha” attained its completion, with the trunk of the Mother’s body being erected. It was a congregation, since the organisers & artisans had to commence the claying process – where processed clays are administered all along the straws compiled structure. A rather…

Last night was a truly special occasion as I had the immense honor of receiving the prestigious Shakti 2.0 Award, presented by LOANI Global Leaders and IIW (Inspiring Indian Women). This award is not just a recognition of my efforts but a celebration of the spirit and strength within every…

As per rituals the “Khar Bandha” has commenced from 20th. October, when artisan Sunil Nath and his team had managed to give the shape to the bottomneath elephant, representing the Karindrasura (Maha Gaja). After a pause the team had started from the early morning of 21st. October forging the Lion…

In the previous edition, the writer has demonstrated the very basics of the commencement of the worship of Mother Jagadhatri with the auspicious “KATHAMO PUJA” on the august evening of Bijoy Dashami. At the same time, vide the announcement statement it was reaffirmed that it is “Khar Bandha – Compilation of…

Date: Sunday, October 20, 2024Karva Chauth Puja Muhurat (auspicious time): From 5:46 PM to 7:02 PMMoonrise Time: Expected at 7:54 PMChaturthi Tithi Begins – 06:46 AM on Oct 20, 2024Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 04:16 AM on Oct 21, 2024 Karva Chauth is a significant Hindu festival celebrated by married women, especially in North India.…

Written by : Suvro Sanyal. Kolkata : At the coveted Press Club of Kolkata, was held the illustrious India-Japan Friendship along-with the role of Rashbehari Bose in the consolidation of this institution named ‘friendship’. The saga of the   acquaintance between both these countries commenced long back in the middle of…

Chandannagar-Ian’s gear up for the commencement of the preparation for Jagadhatri Puja – As Bijoy Dashami marks the conclusion of Durga Puja, it is on the same day that the preparation for the internationally acclaimed Jagadhatri Puja commences – predominantly with the worship of the “Wooden Frame Structure – Kathamo”,…

DAY 7 – Saptami: Mother Kalaratri: – Considered the most ferocious form of Durga, Kalaratri is revered on Saptami. It is believed that Parvati removed her pale skin to kill the asuras Shumbha and Nishumbha. The goddess is depicted in a red-coloured attire or tiger skin with enraged and fiery…

DAY 4 – Chaturthi: Mother Kushmanda: – Goddess Kushmanda is worshipped on Chaturthi (fourth day). Believed to be the creative power of the universe, Kushmanda is associated with the endowment of vegetation on earth, and hence, the colour of the day is green. She is depicted as having eight arms…

In the recently concluded article, “Veneration of the Dead”, the writer had been assiduous about the salient efficacy of venerations performed amongst the Hindu’s, while remaining taciturn. The finding is pertinacious – the conclusion of the veneration marks the commemoration of the month long festivals, commencing with “Navaratri, the worship of Mother…