From unique light and shadow displays to innovatively designed pandal structures, check out the best places to celebrate Durga Puja in Kolkata in 2024.

Telebhaja, a quintessential Bengali snack, holds a special place during Durga Puja. These deep-fried fritters, made from a variety of vegetables, fish, or meat, are a must-have while pandal hopping. Here’s a list of six of the best spots in Kolkata to indulge in telebhaja during the festive seaso.

Cricket icon Brian Lara visited the renowned Suruchi Sangha Club Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, marking his first experience of the festival. Accompanied by State Minister Aroop Biswas, Lara shared his appreciation for the festive spirit,

From pandal-hopping to pujas in heritage mansions, from fun-filled rituals to the best festive foods to have, here's a list of things to do if you are in Kolkata for Durga Puja 2024

The centrepiece of the pandal is a Maa Durga idol whose face is covered in shame, near a statue of a woman with a doctor’s coat and stethoscope.

Explore the best of Durga Puja 2024 with news18.com guide to the top 5 must-visit pandals in North and South Kolkata, along with delicious street foods to savour during the festivities!

As Durga Puja marks the beginning of the best time of the year that commences the festival season and holiday season, we are reminded how massive the celebrations are in some cities of India especially in Kolkata.