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Durga Puja in the United States has grown from small community gatherings into a vibrant celebration of Bengali heritage. In 1970, Bengali immigrants gathered at Columbia University in New York to celebrate the festival under the East Coast Durga Puja Association, laying the foundation for a lasting tradition. Over the following decades, Bengali organizations emerged across America. Pragati in Philadelphia ...

The 2026 China Jingdezhen International Ceramic Expo opened on Sunday in Jingdezhen, a city in east China’s Jiangxi Province known as the “porcelain capital”, drawing more than 1,000 professional buyers from home and abroad. The five-day event showcases various aspects of the ceramic industry, covering the entire industrial chain, domestic and international markets, and the application of digital technology across ...

Historically, in the Indian subcontinent, bangles are not just an ornament but a prominent symbol of fashion, beauty, aesthetics, trends, serendipity, and the region’s rich cultural heritage. They serve as a living bridge for stories passed down through generations. Whether for brides’ makeovers, any festive occasions or daily wear, bangles are an indispensable accessory. From the softer, rhythmic tune of ...

Sixty artists have come together to portray the many dimensions of Goddess Durga through their individual artistic perspectives at a four-day exhibition titled Shilpir Chokhe Durga (Durga Through the Eyes of Artists) at Gallery Chitrak in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. Organised by Shakti Shilpajatra in association with Bishwo Rang, the exhibition was formally inaugurated on October 9, bringing together artists, cultural personalities ...

Here is a simple, practical recipe that I trust will be useful to many who don’t have the time for lengthy kitchen preparations. Boil the spaghetti as usual, drain it, and toss it with a little butter and parmesan. Then, for four, take a spoonful of meat extract and dissolve it in a small saucepan with just a few drops ...

Nothing can compare to the legend that was Dolly Parton. She’s still the record holder for the most number-one hits by a female country artist (25), as well as the record holder for the most top 10 country albums on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart (a whopping 41). In her own right, Parton was a pop-culture icon who has ...

When visiting Rajshahi, can one really return home without taking some Rajshahi silk as a souvenir? This tradition is nothing new. It is because of this heritage that silk has become a defining feature of the district’s identity. Rajshahi is known as the ‘Silk Haven’. Its logo features two bright golden silk fabrics flying on either side of a circle, ...

For more than three decades, Bishwo Rang has been bringing the colours, traditions and cultural spirit of Durga Puja to life through fashion. For Bengalis, the year is filled with festivals, but Durga Puja holds a special place in the religious, social and cultural landscape of the community. Beyond its spiritual significance, the festival is also a celebration of art, ...

Ingredients: • Hilsa fish 6 pieces • Pineapple 1 medium • Onion paste 2 tbsp • Ginger paste ½ tsp • Red chilli powder 1 tsp • Turmeric powder ½ tsp • Chopped onion ½ cup • Oil ¼ cup • Salt to taste • Green chillies 6 • Thick coconut milk 1½ cups • Sugar 1 tsp Method: 1. ...

The renowned choreographer, model and grooming coach talks about fashion, wellness, confidence and her dream of taking Bangladeshi talent to the global stage. With 25 years in the fashion and modelling industry, Azra Mahmood has played a significant role in nurturing talent and shaping Bangladesh’s modelling and pageant scene. Through Azra Mahmood Talent Camp, she mentors aspiring models, while her ...