In Bangladesh, fairs near Durga Puja mandaps are prohibited this year to curb anti-social activities like drug consumption. While a few shops may be allowed with permission, around 33,000 puja mandaps ...

Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence has quietly received a huge honour from The King. Princess Anne's husband of 33 years has just been recognised for his contributions when His Majesty invested him with ...

After a torrid time before the summer break, Sir Keir Starmer has reshuffled his inner circle again on the first day back. This has become something of a habit. Although none of the Number 10 team are ...

The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) directed the West Bengal government to stop grants to clubs organising community Durga Puja in the State who have not submitted utilisation ...

Sir Ben Kingsley is back in Netflix's highly anticipated crime comedy, The Thursday Murder Club, based on the best-selling books by Richard Osman. The 81-year-old is part of a star-studded cast ...

The Meteorological Department has forecast spells of rain in Kolkata and several districts of south Bengal in the run-up to Durga Puja, the state's biggest festival. Officials said a cyclonic ...

NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Janata Dal on Friday approached the Supreme Court seeking a week’s extension of the September 1 deadline for filing objections and claims on behalf of voters.Appearing for the ...

Manchester United minority owner Ineos have announced a "significant strategic investment" into high-end sports clothing brand Castore. The petrochemicals firm will invest in the British apparel brand ...

The court was hearing a PIL filed by Sourav Dutta challenging CM Banerjee’s July 31 decision to hike the grant for each committee from ₹85,000 to ₹1.10 lakh Kolkata: Three out of 44,671 Durga Puja ...

Ditch the usual festive outfits and try these playful Kolkata- and Pujo-themed t-shirts for a cool, comfy look Durga Puja fashion doesn’t always have to be traditional wear. This festive season, give ...