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Your ultimate guide to the most exciting March weekend events across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru—featuring concerts, food festivals, cultural shows, workshops and more to plan the perfect outing
Your ultimate guide to the most exciting February weekend events across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru—featuring concerts, food festivals, cultural shows, workshops and more to plan the perfect outing
This February, Kolkata celebrates the Lunar New Year with vibrant festivities in its historic Chinatown. Dragon dances, red lanterns, traditional rituals and authentic Chinese cuisine promise a spectacular start to the Year of the Fire Horse
Kolkata Metro has begun broadcasting an audio message across stations on the North–South (Blue Line) corridor, urging commuters in distress not to attempt suicide and directing them to 24x7 counselling services
From India’s only Boat Museum to Tagore’s ancestral home and rare folk art collections, these unique museums reveal Kolkata’s layered history, river culture and intellectual legacy
Your ultimate guide to the most exciting January weekend events across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru—featuring concerts, food festivals, cultural shows, workshops and more to plan the perfect outing
Kolkata Metro will operate eight extra Blue Line services on December 31 to handle the New Year’s Eve rush, with late-night timings and key departure points from Dakshineswar and Shahid Khudiram stations to ease travel for revelers across the city
Kolkata Metro Railway will operate late-night services on the Blue Line on Christmas Day, December 25, extending last train timings till around 10.30 pm. Here is everything commuters need to know about routes, stations and schedules
Football fever has taken over Kolkata with Lionel Messi set to touch down on December 13. With Suárez and De Paul by his side, Messi will unveil a massive 70-foot statue and take part in a series of high-profile events across the city
Make the most of the last long weekend of 2025 with India’s hidden getaways! From Himalayan retreats and serene hill stations to secluded beaches and waterfalls, discover offbeat destinations near Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and beyond
Dive into Kolkata’s vibrant culture with theatre, live music, heritage walks, immersive film screenings, and culinary experiences. From exploring historic neighbourhoods to buzzing cafe pop-ups, there’s something for every explorer in the City of Joy
In Kolkata, the City of Kali, Diwali takes a different form. Kali Puja 2025 celebrates the fierce yet nurturing goddess in midnight rituals, glowing pandals, ancient chants, and temple offerings that embody Bengal’s devotion to divine feminine power
Kolkata Traffic Police have announced road closures and traffic restrictions ahead of Kali Puja on October 20. Several key roads will be closed, and vehicle movement regulated to ensure public safety and smooth flow during the festival celebrations
Make the most of the long Diwali weekend with these short road trips from India’s biggest cities – from misty hill escapes to beach towns
More than a festival, Durga Puja in Kolkata is a living story of inclusivity, friendship, and unforgettable memories
From the shop lanes of New Market to the book-strewn alleys of College Street and the handloom havens of Dakshinapan, Kolkata’s shopping districts come alive during Durga Puja. Here’s where to go, plan, and what to pick up for your festive haul
From dhak beats to mishti and bhog, CR Park brings the magic of Kolkata’s Durga Puja right to Delhi streets
From Kumartuli’s artistry to Sreebhumi’s grandeur, Durga Puja 2025 in Kolkata dazzles with creativity and tradition. Here are the 10 best pandals you must see this festive season
From Mumbai’s glitzy Garba to Kolkata’s Durga Puja, discover the vibrant Navratri spirit across India’s cities
This Durga Puja, Kolkata’s beloved yellow taxis return to the spotlight as rolling artworks. Forty cabs, each designed by contemporary artists, capture four decades of festive creativity and give new life to an icon of the streets
Kolkata’s Durga Puja is a vibrant showcase of creativity, where the city’s streets become living galleries of spectacular art. This collective effort of thousands of artisans is why UNESCO honoured it as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Kolkata comes alive with Durga Puja, a UNESCO-recognised festival that turns the city into a vast open-air gallery. This year’s pandals explore themes from folk traditions and food security to inflation and the world of detective Byomkesh Bakshi
Relentless overnight rainfall has submerged large parts of Kolkata, bringing the city to a standstill. Roads are flooded, traffic is stalled, and many homes are waterlogged, disrupting life and threatening preparations for Durga Puja, just days away
Kolkata Metro has launched a Tourist Smart Card for Durga Puja 2025, offering unlimited rides for 3 or 5 days. With daily footfall set to rise, the initiative aims to ease travel. Extra trains will also run on Mahalaya to manage early morning crowds
If you’re in Kolkata during Durga Puja, choose a stay that adds to the magic—a riverside hotel or a heritage mansion. Polo Floatel, Glenburn penthouse, Red Bari, and Calcutta Bungalow offer characterful, memorable experiences for your festive visit
After the lights, sounds, and celebrations of Durga Puja, it’s time to slow down. From royal rajbaris to riverside villas and container homes, here are 8 weekend getaways to help you recharge in style
Step into the magic of Durga Puja 2025 in Kolkata with our complete guide—exploring landmark pandals, centenary celebrations, unique themes, bhog feasts, shopping, and everything you need to experience the city’s biggest festival
The grandeur of Kolkata’s UNESCO-recognised Durga Puja draws visitors worldwide. Beyond the city, Bengal offers serene celebrations at historic sites such as Cossimbazar, Bishnupur, Shantiniketan, and Surul Rajbari, blending culture and heritage
The 2025 pre-Puja show features a groundbreaking accessibility programme developed with UNESCO and IIT Kharagpur, alongside a new platform to elevate grassroots artisans, bringing Bengal’s rich craft heritage to international audiences
Kolkata Metro’s new Yellow Line is more than a transport upgrade—it’s a gateway into the cultural and historical depths of North Kolkata. With new stations and smoother access to the airport, the line promises to reconnect forgotten corners
Celebrate Independence Day 2025 with these 5 offbeat destinations near Kolkata perfect for a quick escape
Hidden in the bustling Metro Gully near Esplanade, Shaw's Bar is a family-run gem where tradition still pours strong. Supervised in shifts by the Shaw family, it remains a beloved fixture of old-school Kolkata drinking culture
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