Chhath Puja festival — a ritual of faith, purity, and devotion celebrated along riverbanks and ghats across eastern India.
During the British era these mills supplied uniforms, household linens and tailored goods to both colonial and local markets. Photostory by Nilotpal Saha...
The narrow, dingy lanes packed with partly crafted idols, the scent of mud and clay, and the artists working all day and night feels like
Monsoon in Kolkata through the lens of Abir Choudhury — a timeless tale of rain, rhythm, and nostalgia...
In villages where the internet is patchy or unavailable, newspapers remain the most reliable link to local, national, and global affairs.
Kolkata's summer life pictures through Abir Choudhury's lens...
The puja focuses on worshipping the Sun God “Surya” and its sister “Chhati Maiya”.
The concept of Durga Puja dates back to the 16th century, rooting itself with ancient Bengali standards which were highly initiated by the aristocratic zamindars.
The Ratha Yatra, or Chariot Festival, is a vibrant Hindu celebration honouring Lord Jagannath, held annually in Puri, Odisha, and prominently observed in Kolkata, West
Being the spiritual capital, it epitomises a significant history through its connections with Buddha, eleventh Jain Tirthankara Shreyansanatha, and other scholarly men. Over the years,
The ghats of the Ganges provide a welcome relief during this period, with the gentle breeze bringing down the unease to some extent. People take
The Charak Mela traces its roots back to ancient Bengal, where it originated as a festival dedicated to the worship of the Hindu deity Shiva.
Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide because it marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan.
As night approaches, the city lends itself to stories of the myriad kind. The known alleys, the ones that are too busy during the day,
In Kolkata, where the gentle whispers of the Hooghly River harmonize with the soulful beats of tradition, Saraswati Puja unfolds like a sonnet of devotion.
As the winter dawn graces Kolkata, Maidan transforms into a tranquil haven. Horses roam gracefully, their silhouettes blending with the muted hues of the morning
