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Discover the colour, traditions, stories and experiences behind festivals from India and around the world. Content Dezine brings together original festival stories, cultural insights, celebration guides and perspectives on the people and traditions that make every festival unique.

Explore Indian festivals, international celebrations, cultural events, heritage traditions, festival travel and memorable experiences through engaging and informative articles. From major religious celebrations to regional festivals, folk traditions and contemporary cultural events, this section offers a diverse view of how communities celebrate, preserve and reinterpret their heritage.

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A traditional Bengali folk-art painting depicting a musical rivalry during Durga Puja in colonial Kolkata, featuring two aristocratic patrons, Tappa musicians performing with a harmonium and tabla, and Goddess Durga's idol in an ornate shrine. The colourful artwork celebrates Bengali Tappa music, Agamani songs and the cultural legacy of traditional Durga Puja gatherings.

A Rivalry with Tappa Song: Durga Puja and the Age-Old Song Style Create a Great Legacy

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Explore the fascinating legacy of Bengali Tappa music and its connection with Durga Puja. Discover Nidhu Babu's musical contributions, the emotional beauty of Agamani songs and a colourful anecdote about rival aristocratic patrons in colonial Kolkata.…

Traditional dhak drummer versus electronic DJ music during Durga Puja in Bengal.

The Vanishing Sounds of Durga Puja: Can Traditional Dhak Culture Survive the Age of Electronic Music?

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Explore how traditional dhak culture is facing challenges from electronic music and amplified sound systems during Durga Puja. This article examines West Bengal's 2026 DJ restrictions, the effects of excessive noise, the livelihoods of dhakis and…