The ‘Sundarban Tramjatra’ festival in Kolkata was among the most-awaited cultural fests in India. The big takeaway of the event that began on March 28 was a tram decorated with images of the Royal ...

There is no open-air film festival in east India,” says Shamik Das, one of the founding members. “So we thought, why not ...

Thousands gathered in Kolkata and nearby areas for Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. The city was adorned with lights, with people sharing traditional feasts. Leaders, including Governor CV Ananda Bose and CM ...

Baithakkhana literary festival in Kolkata celebrates 'the defeated' through speeches, debates, and performances by renowned Bengali artists.

Faithful Hindu devotees line up to throw fire as part of ritual towards the gate of a Shiva temple in hope of winning the ...

Celebrate Poila Baisakh 2025 in Kolkata with this guide to festive events, traditional food, and top spots like Park Street ...

The literary festival, to be hosted at Storyteller Bookstore promises a deep dive into crime writing with panel discussions, workshops and more ...

Muzaffar Ali, a multifaceted artist, plans to bring the renowned Sufi music festival, Jahan-e-Khusrau, to Kolkata in December. The festival will celebrate the legacy of poet Amir Khusrau and ...

Gold prices in Kolkata saw a notable decline, just in time for Pohela Baisakh celebrations. The price of 22K gold is Rs.

If crime is followed by punishment, good crime writing is followed by publication: this is what young participants will essentially learn at the Kolkata Crime Writers’ Festival — a first of ...