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BY TIRTHANKAR MITRA Time was when Calcutta as it was known then glorified itself in the title of ,”City of Palaces” owing to majestic buildings be it offices or grandees’ mansions dotting it. Lamenting those glorious gone by days when merchant princes from the city ran the economy of the country and beyond stop during

Durga Puja pandals across the country based on various themes ranging from Manipur violence to G-20 Summit have been drawing visitors and devotees in large numbers.

Let us take a look at the bookstall politics of the three major parties during the festivities

Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata are showcasing unique and eye-catching themes this year. One pandal is paying tribute to nude models and spreading awareness that nude modelling should be treated as a profession. Another pandal is commemorating the 100th death anniversary of Sukumar Ray, a famous Bengali childrens literature icon. A third pandal is themed on the violence in Manipur and aims to spread a message of peace.

No matter where we are in the world, we find ways to celebrate, to come together, and to feel that intangible sense of home

Express View: During this time, faith is only the starting point of celebrations

Calcutta's Durga Puja pandals showcase a range of themes, from honoring art models to addressing social issues and embracing cultural heritage, adding vibrancy and depth to the celebrations

KOLKATA — Theme-based Durga Puja pandals are not new in Kolkata. Like every year, Puja organisers have come up with some eye-catching themes to attract

For devotees, pandals are as much a place for devotion as for appreciating creative ideas.

Scenes from the Nabin Palli Durga Puja Committee in Hatibagan, North Kolkata.