A worker makes handmade candles at a workshop in Kolkata on Saturday, as demand rises ahead of Diwali on November 8. Photo: Rupak De Chowdhuri/IBNS
The idol of Fata Kesto Kali arrives at its pandal from Kumartuli in a grand procession, marking the build-up to one of North Kolkata's most iconic and traditional Kali Puja celebratio ...
A central Kolkata Durga Puja by Wellington Nagarik Kalyan Samity celebrates the rich heritage of Bengal’s traditional sweets through its theme, "Mishtanna Puran", tracing ...
Kolkata wears a festive look with streets, landmarks and public spaces aesthetically illuminated and decorated ahead of Durga Puja, as the city gears up to welcome the much-awaited festiv ...
Artisans put the finishing touches on idols of Goddess Durga at a workshop in Kolkata as the city prepares to welcome Durga Puja, one of Bengal’s biggest festivals. Photo: Avi ...
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Skyscanner hosted a regional roadshow to showcase its India Culture Travel Index, highlighting how cultural experiences are influencing travel decisions and reshaping India's tourism ...
As the world embraces artificial intelligence, Kumartuli artist Indrajit Pal has fused technology with tradition by creating an AI Robot Durga for Durga Puja 2026. Commissioned by Deshapr ...
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari led ISKCON's historic 55th Kolkata Rath Yatra on July 16, 2026. He also performed aarti at the ISKCON temple ahead of the Rath Yatra and al ...
Kolkata's Chorebagan Sarbojonin is celebrating the 91st year of its annual Durga Puja celebration in 2026. As part of this year’s preparations, the committee has unveiled a wall ...
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Indian airline Air India has unveiled a new collection of amenity kits and loungewear for guests travelling on its international flights.
Emirates will introduce its Airbus A350 aircraft on its daily Dubai–Mauritius route from November 1, 2026, replacing the Boeing 777 currently operating the service. The new aircraft will operate flights EK709 and EK710 between Dubai and Mauritius, the airline said.
Lufthansa has launched a new nonstop service between Kuala Lumpur and Frankfurt, with the first flight operating on October 26. The route connects Malaysia’s capital with Frankfurt, one of Europe’s major aviation hubs.