The origin of Kali Puja in Bengal can be found in the 16th century when it is thought that Raja Krishnachandra of Navadvipa was the first to formally celebrate Kali Puja during Deepawali.

Kali Puja also has its pandal s or temporary temples in street corners, elaborate lighting displays, and crowds out till late. But the goddess always takes centerstage, not the art.

Kali Chaudas Puja Vidhi Take a resolution before worshiping Maa Kali. Before placing the idol of Maa Kali at the place of worship, place a post and place the idol of Maa Kali on it.

Kolkata Metro to operate 8 special trains on October 31 for Kali Puja October 31, 2024 7:04 IST Kolkata news: While four trains will run from Kavi Subhas (New Garia) at 10 pm, 10.20 pm,10:40 pm ...

For this reason, Maa Kali can feel privy as she has the permanent place for worship, while Durga has none.Kali Puja is a late night celebration, where ladies and gents keep a fast on the day and ...

Various pandals in Mumbai will host Kali Puja, a nocturnal ritual performed by the Bengali community, during the Diwali weekend. The Bengal Club of Shivaji Park has been organizing the puja for 88 ...

Bokaro: The puja at Maa Shyama Kali temple in Mithila Chowk, Sector-2D, in Bokaro saw a sea of devotees on the occasion of Diwali on Sunday. Thousands of Maithils, who are residents of Darbhanga ...

Kali Puja or Shyama Puja, the second largest festival after Durga Puja of Bengali Hindu community, is being celebrated countrywide Sunday night with worshiping goddess Kali, lighting earthen lamps, ...

We always want everybody to be a part of it,” observed Sinha, as Maa Kali found herself surrounded by artist Rini Seal’s alpana and artwork-filled saris. The 72 renditions of the goddess were curated ...

Maintaining more than the 20-year-old tradition Munda played a host at the Maa Kali Puja celebration. The senior leader organised the puja and he distributed bhog to the devotees.

CUTTACK: Kali Puja is being celebrated with as much fanfare as Durga Puja in Cuttack City. At least 75 puja committees have set up pandals with idols of Goddess Kali across the city.