The tradition was brought across the Atlantic from West Africa ... Robber is a colorful, traditional carnival character immediately recognizable by his extravagant costumes and distinct speech.

Bengali New Year, also known as Poila Boishakh, is a major cultural event in West Bengal, marked by traditional rituals, feasts, and the wearing of new clothes. It is a time for families to gather ...

Farmers from several districts of West Bengal organised an indigenous seed ... pulses and vegetables, and exchanged traditional knowledge among themselves. The festival was organised by ActionAid ...

DAILY POST reports that the Benin Traditional Council listed such costumes as round coral bead (lkele), Eben (ceremonial word ...

a mixture of intricate carvings and traditional design,” an official said. Digha, like Puri, borders the sea. IMAGE: West Bengal Mamata Banerjee visits the Digha Jagannath Temple ahead of its ...

These holidays are vital for people in the state to observe traditional celebrations with family, friends, and community. During Durga Puja, a significant cultural event in West Bengal ...