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Lakshmi Puja on Sharad Purnima or the autumn full moon. At the turn of the 20th century, there would have hardly been a Bengali house without an evening puja for the goddess of good fortune and abundance being conducted by the matriarch of the family. It could be described as Bengal's Thanksgiving Day, asking for Ma Lakshmi to shower divine benevolence on all. Whether She is represented as a figurine or painted on a clay plate (shora), Ma Lakshmi is adorned with flowers, and alponas featuring conch shells and lotuses are drawn on the floors with rice flour paste, with the goddess's feet etched at every doorway to welcome her. Similar to the more widely known Santa story, "Kojagori" Lakshmi is supposed to come late at night to see who is still awake and bestow her blessings on them. Durga Puja became a largely community celebration by the 19th century, barring those in the homes of rajas and zamindars, but Lakshmi Puja remained a family affair till the end of the 20th century. And, importantly, it was most often woman-led. Nearly every Bengali has memories of grandmothers, aunts and mothers prepping for the evening puja, making narkel naru (coconut-jaggery ladoos), arranging fruits and flowers, keeping fasts and reciting the panchali.

There has been a concerning rise in Islamist extremism in Bangladesh, which has led to increased violence against minorities, particularly the Hindus. The political vacuum following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has allowed Islamist parties to gain ground. The situation in Bangladesh has been dire for the Hindu community. There have been numerous reports of violence and killings by radical mobs. For instance, during the recent Durga Puja celebrations, there were back-to-back attacks on Hindu communities, including attacks on puja mandaps. Miscreants attacked an idol immersion procession in Old Dhaka, injuring three people. Additionally, there have been reports of bomb attacks on puja mandaps and other violent acts targeting the Hindu community.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. When fashion writer Meher Castelino first met designer Rohit Bal in 1989, one of the questions she asked was, “Are you an Indian?" They were meeting on a day that marked many firsts: A young multi-designer store Ensemble was hosting its first fashion show in Mumbai, and Bal, then in his 20s, was presenting a debut collection, featuring light-coloured, ready-to-wear men’s kurtas.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. As Beijing dispatched its military Monday in a show of force that encircled Taiwan, China’s coast guard posted a map showing its ships ringing the island in a heart-shaped formation, describing it as “an act of love." To Taiwan, the social-media message was just one piece of China’s multifaceted campaign to intimidate, isolate and influence the people and leaders of the island democracy to give up their commitment to self-rule. Alongside its most high-profile tactic—sending a message of military dominance—China is employing what Taiwan says is an expanding army of hackers, diplomats, prosecutors and celebrities in its effort to persuade Taiwan to submit to Beijing.

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Dunkin’ just unveiled its latest Halloween themed menu which features a delightful array of food specifically designed to celebrate the spooky season. According to USA Today, the highlight of the Halloween themed menu in Dunkin’ is the Potion Macchiato which will combine layers of espresso and milk and will be including a vibrant purple marshmallow flavor. USA Today reported that another exciting addition of Dunkin’s Halloween themed menu is the Spider Specialty Donut which will have a purple frosting and will be topped with a Glazed Chocolate Munchkins Donut Hole completed with chocolate drizzle and white drizzle for spider legs and spider eyes respectively. Also Read: North Korea supporting Russia against Ukraine? Why is USA concerned?

Kamala Harris and her campaign is actually celebrating a latest ruling by a Georgia judge who has temporarily blocked a very new rule which required election officials to hand count ballots following machine tabulation of votes, reported Fox News. Actually, the rule was all set to take effect on and from October 22 and made a mandate that there will be three county election officials who will manually count ballots at each polling place which eventually raised concerns about potential delays and voter uncertainties, as per a report. According to Fox News, a joint statement was issued on behalf of Georgia Democratic Party Chair Rep. Nikema Williams, DNC acting Co-Executive Director Monica Guardiola and Harris- Walz Deputy Campaign Manager Quentin Fulks criticizing the rule claiming it as an attempt to undermine confidence in the electoral process. Also Read: Wicked poster controversy: Why is Cynthia Erivo angry?

World Anaesthesia Day is celebrated annually on October 16 to mark the significance of plays in modern medical care. It also serves as a reminder to recognise the work of anesthesiologists, who are essential for hassle-free surgeries. This day not only acknowledges their vital role but also credits them for promoting advancements in anaesthesia practice. Diethyl ether anaesthesia was successfully demonstrated for the first time in history in 1846.

Elisabeth Finch, the former Grey’s Anatomy writer who had fabricated significant portions of her medical history and personal history is being investigated in the recent docuseries Anatomy of Lies which is premiering on Peacock, reported People. Elisabeth Finch, who was actually celebrated primarily for her powerful essay about surviving chondrosarcoma which is a rare bone cancer, was allegedly using her fake experiences to secure a role on the show while influencing its storylines. According to People, Elisabeth Finch’s web of lies and deceit came to light in the year 2022 when her estranged wife, Jennifer Beyer confronted her with regard to inconsistencies present in her claim which included false narratives about her kidney transplant and her presence during the infamous Tree of Life Synagogue shooting. Also Read: Like Japan, will China risk losing its own decade? CEO of alcohol giant warns

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. MUMBAI: India's Generation Z of 377 million people is rapidly redefining the consumer landscape with its growing economic power, a new report said. Snap Inc.’s latest report on people between born between 1997 and 2012, developed in partnership with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), said the category currently drives $860 billion in consumer spending—and this is projected to reach a staggering $2 trillion by 2035.

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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman, S Somanath, was awarded the prestigious International Astronautical Federation (IAF) World Space Award 2024. The award was given in recognition of ISRO’s successful Chandrayaan-3 mission—a historic milestone in lunar exploration of the South Pole, making India one of the few countries to do so. The award ceremony took place in Milan, Italy. “ISRO is honoured to announce that Dr. S. Somanath, Secretary DOS and Chairman of ISRO, has received the prestigious IAF World Space Award for Chandrayaan-3's remarkable achievement. This recognition celebrates India’s contributions to space exploration. Celebrations are underway in Milan as we continue to strive for new frontiers,” the space agency said on X.

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi held a high-level meeting on Monday with senior officials from the Jal Board, Flood and Irrigation Department, Revenue Department, and all district officials ahead of the Chhath Puja. The Chief Minister instructed the officials to start all necessary preparations in advance to avoid last-minute rushes, ensuring that devotees face no difficulties during the festival. CM Atishi emphasized that Chhath Puja is a festival of faith for millions of devotees and assured that the Delhi Government is committed to ensuring the festival is celebrated with joy and that devotees can worship Chhathi Maiya without any inconvenience.

Baba Siddique, a former Maharashtra minister and well-known leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), has sent shockwaves through the Indian film industry. Siddique had cultivated friendships with numerous Bollywood celebrities, including Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Shilpa Shetty.

Aston Kutcher and Mila Kunis’s recent Europe trip, attending the concert of Taylor Swift during the Eras Tour has shed the light on their serious discussion about the permanent relocation. The couple sees Europe as an ideal place to start a new life while raising their children in a grounded environment, but they are also facing difficulties in their work commitment in the U.S., noted SheKnows. Also Read: Ready or Not Sequel: Everything we know so far