Durga Puja 2026 Mahalaya: The Complete Guide to Dates, Rituals, and the Iconic Radio Broadcast Mahalaya 2026 falls on October 10, marking the start of Devi Paksha and Durga Puja festivities. Here's your complete guide to dates, tarpan timings, the iconic Mahishasuramardini broadcast, and what's new in Kolkata this year. Introduction For millions of Bengalis across India and the world, the arrival of Durga Puja is not announced by calendars or advertisements. It is announced by a voice. At 4 AM on Mahalaya morning, that voice—Birendra Krishna Bhadra's—comes through radio sets, YouTube streams, and car speakers, reciting the Chandipath with a resonance that has defined the season for over ninety years . Mahalaya 2026 falls on Saturday, October 10 . It marks the final day of Pitru Paksha, the fortnight dedicated to ancestors, and the first day of Devi Paksha, when Goddess Durga is believed to begin her journey toward Earth . This year brings a notable shift: Mahalaya arrives...
Earth Day 2024: Celebrating Our Planet and Promoting Sustainability Welcome to Earth Day 2024! As we celebrate this annual event, we are reminded of the importance of environmental conservation, sustainable practices, and the collective effort needed to protect our planet. Earth Day serves as a global initiative to raise awareness about environmental issues and inspire action to create a more sustainable future for generations to come. The Significance of Earth Day Earth Day holds immense significance in highlighting environmental challenges and advocating for solutions. It serves as a platform for individuals, communities, organizations, and governments to come together and address pressing environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity. History of Earth Day Earth Day, first celebrated on April 22, 1970, marked the birth of the modern environmental movement. It was founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, who envisioned a d...