From meat-filled patties to potato-packed street food, this iconic snack journeyed from Central Asia to Kolkata — and changed along the way
As jhalmuri enters election conversations, historians trace its roots and chefs add new twists to Kolkata’s OG streetside snack
Excavated in the 1960s and mounted over 13 years, the fossil remains one of India’s most significant dinosaur discoveries
From struggling with rent and transport to feeling isolated in an unfamiliar cultural space, students and professionals who moved to Kolkata share the realities of building a life in the city
Heritage stays in Bengal where you can immerse yourself in culture and heritage, all with the comfort of modern amenities
From medieval capitals to colonial towns, these trails near Kolkata offer a deep dive into Bengal’s layered past and architectural legacy
