This year, Kolkata's Durga Puja pandals have outdone themselves with innovative themes, breathtaking artistry and attention to detail.

A Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata replicates the underwater metro, showcasing realistic interiors including escalators and seats.

Lalabagan Nabankur Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata gains popularity for eco-friendly approach with thousands of saplings in pandal.

The viral buzz bin for Tuesday is here with the top five viral videos of the day. From India’s first underwater Metro-themed Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, West Bengal, to ‘The Achievements of Kamala Harris’ book with blank pages at Walmart to the first-ever Durga Puja at Times Square in New York City and more, take a look here.

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

Explore Kolkata's Jagat Mukherjee Park Pandal as it combines underwater Metro aesthetics with eco-awareness themes during Durga Puja 2024.

Durga Puja 2024 in Kolkata features a unique theme of Rainwater Conservation at Salt Lake AK Block. With a budget of ₹75 lakh, the immersive pandal showcases artificial raindrops harmonising with traditional dhak beats.

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.

Mohammad Ali Park For their 56th-year celebration, the theme for the pandal will be the White House. The Devi will portray the concept of Jal Hi Jeevan Hai, stressing the importance of water conservation.

Kolkata: The image shows the creative metro-themed Durga Puja pandal. (Pic credit: X/@abirghoshal) Durga Puja is one of the most revered festivals that celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the shape-changing demon Mahishasura.