Headlines- Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, warned of a complete blockade around the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for economic sanctions, warning the United States that Tehran is preparing to impose a restricted zone over the Gulf.
- Israel is allegedly making an effort "to obliterate evidence of the brutal crimes committed against our people in the Gaza Strip," according to Hamas.
- As Moscow and Pyongyang strengthen their strategic alliance, the first road bridge connecting North Korea and Russia was officially opened on Monday.
- In a letter released on Monday, King Charles III stated that Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, will continue to live in the UK as "private citizens" and not as working royals.
- Despite rising criticism from some victims' relatives and a number of well-known Republicans who have urged him to abstain, Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will attend New York City's annual 9/11 anniversary service on Friday.
Tag: Kolkata Autumn Festival 2019
Kolkata Carnival: People Enjoy Every Bit...
Pandal hoppers throng streets of Kolkata.They are enjoying the art work and the deity in pandals.Here is the glimpse of one such pandal in south Kolkata which draws huge crowd
The Crazy Crowd of Kolkata
Today (October 6) is the Maha Asthami(the auspicious eighth day of the new moon).In Kolkata, devotees celebrated their most auspicious day of the festival with elaborate rituals since early mornings at the pandals.Kolkata and other parts of Bengal, where the festivals are most grandly celebrated and it is considered utmost important to worship Goddess Durga …
Countdown Starts for Autumn Festival 2019
The preparation is in full swing to face the festival which will start from 4 October. Durga puja is celebrated with joy all over India especially in West Bengal
Ready Steady Go…Pandal Hooping!
After the prayers, the Prasad (sacred food) is distributed. Priests perform rituals by chanting religious verses.Bengalies prefer non-vegetarian foods during the festival