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...
The Ultimate Guide to 25 December 2024: Traditions, Celebrations, and More Introduction to December 25, 2024 December 25, 2024, marks a day celebrated worldwide as Christmas , a time filled with joy, togetherness, and rich traditions. This globally recognized holiday holds both religious significance and cultural importance. For millions, it’s a day to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ, while for others, it’s an occasion to embrace family, gratitude, and festivities. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the traditions, history, and ways to make December 25, 2024, truly special . The History of Christmas: Why December 25? Religious Roots Christmas traces back to early Christianity, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem. The date of December 25 was established in the 4th century under the Roman Emperor Constantine. Scholars suggest this date was chosen to coincide with pagan winter solstice festivals like Saturnalia, blending traditions to ease the adoption o...