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Kolkata Turns Yellow: A Celebration of Knowledge, Art, and Youth on Saraswati Puja

January 23, 2026

Rajarshi Ganguly, The Bengal News, West Bengal, 22 nd January 2026 : The city of joy transformed into a vibrant sea of yellow and white today as millions of Bengalis celebrated Saraswati Puja, the festival dedicated to the Goddess of learning, music, and the arts. Coinciding with Vasant Panchami, the festival marks the ceremonial arrival...

Yellow Hues and Festive Queues: West Bengal Markets Buzz on Saraswati Puja Eve

January 22, 2026

Rajarshi Ganguly, The Bengal News, West Bengal, 22nd January 2026 : The air in West Bengal is thick with the scent of incense and the vibrant sight of Basanti (yellow) as the state gears up for Saraswati Puja tomorrow, January 23. From the historic lanes of Kumartuli to the bustling neighborhood markets of Gariahat and...

The Dance of the Wood-Faced Gods: Gomira Ritual Revives North Bengal Traditions

January 18, 2026

Rajarshi Ganguly, The Bengal News, West Bengal, January 18, 2026 — As the winter sun sets over the rural landscapes of Kushmandi and Mahishbathan, the rhythmic, heavy thumping of the Dhak (traditional drum) begins to echo through the fields. It marks the arrival of the Gomira dance, a centuries-old masked ritual that remains the spiritual...

The Quest for Moksha – Gangasagar Mela

January 11, 2026

SAGAR ISLAND, WEST BENGAL – The southern tip of Bengal has transformed into a spiritual fortress as the Gangasagar Mela 2026 officially commenced this week. On this Sunday, January 11, the island is already witnessing a massive influx of devotees, with the West Bengal government deploying an unprecedented array of high-tech safety measures to manage...

Winter Mist and Ektara Strains: Baul Fakir Utsab Returns to Jadavpur

January 10, 2026

BARUN KUMAR DAS, JADAVPUR, SOUTH KOLKATA : As the January chill settles over the city, the air in Shaktigarh, Jadavpur, has begun to hum with a different frequency. The annual Baul Fakir Utsab, a grassroots celebration of Bengal’s mystic musical heritage, returned to its spiritual home this weekend, drawing thousands to a small neighborhood field...

Santa Ditches the Sleigh for a Rickshaw: Kolkata Embraces a Festive Fusion

December 26, 2025

Santanu Bose, KOLKATA, India – December, 2025 : This Christmas, the bustling streets of Kolkata are witnessing a delightful and distinctly local reimagining of a beloved global icon: Santa Claus. Far from the snowy landscapes of the North Pole, a vibrant movement is taking hold, seeing Father Christmas trade his traditional sleigh for a hand-pulled...

Records Shattered in the City of Joy: A Decadal Celebration at TSK 25K

December 24, 2025

Santanu Bose, KOLKATA, December 21, 2025 — On a crisp, sun-drenched winter morning, the streets of Kolkata were transformed into a theater of speed and endurance as the 10th edition of the Tata Steel World 25K (TSK 25K) took place. This landmark anniversary wasn’t just a race; it was a historic day for Indian athletics,...

Festive Flourish: City Kicks Off Yuletide Season with Grand Cake Mixing Ceremony at Ramada by Wyndham Darjeeling

November 27, 2025

Darjeeling, West Bengal, 27th November 2025 : The air in Ramada Darjeeling was thick with the rich, intoxicating aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and aged spirits today as the city officially ushered in the festive season with its annual Cake Mixing Ceremony. Celebrate Cake Mixing Ceremony at Ramada Darjeeling This age-old tradition, dating back to 17th-century...

Santipur Radiates Divine Glow as Historic Rash Yatra Begins

November 9, 2025

Rajarshi Ganguly, The. Bengal News, West Bengal, India: The ancient town of Santipur in West Bengal has once again been draped in the hues of devotion and artistry as the centuries-old Rash Yatra festival commenced, drawing thousands of devotees and tourists. Starting on the auspicious day of Kartik Purnima (which fell on November 5th this...

The Lakhe Dance: A Fierce Protector of Indra Jatra

November 5, 2025

The Lakhe Dance: A Fierce Protector of Indra Jatra Indra Jatra, also known as Yenya Punhi (येँया पुन्ही) in Newari, is undoubtedly the biggest and most vibrant street festival celebrated by the Newar community in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. It’s an eight-day long extravaganza that combines ancient rituals, mythological narratives, and spectacular cultural performances. The Lakhe...

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