The Bengali New Year, Poila Boishakh, was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Kolkata as people took part in cultural programmes, traditional rituals, and festive gatherings. Markets, temples, and streets were filled with vibrant decorations, marking a fresh beginning with joy and community spirit (Pics/PTI)

The week-long celebration of Rongali Bihu, the biggest festival of of Assam, has began across the state on Tuesday, starting with traditional Goru Bihu (Cattle Bihu)