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...
Trump 48 Hours: The Ultimate Deadline and What It Means for the US-Iran Conflict Today Date: April 5, 2026 As the world watches the escalating geopolitical crisis in the Middle East, a single phrase has dominated global search engines and news cycles this weekend: Trump 48 hours . On Saturday, April 4, 2026, US President Donald Trump issued a final, stark ultimatum to Iran. The demand is twofold: either come to the negotiating table to cut a diplomatic deal or immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. If Tehran fails to comply within the 48-hour window, the United States has warned of unprecedented military consequences. Today, as the clock ticks down toward the Monday deadline, global energy markets are on edge, and military forces in the Persian Gulf remain on high alert. This article breaks down everything you need to know about the "Trump 48 hours" deadline, the military skirmishes defining this weekend, and the potential global fallout. The Or...