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Exploring Buxa Tiger Reserve
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Shonar Bengal - Bengali

Exploring Buxa Tiger Reserve

Approximately 200 km away from Darjeeling is Buxa Tiger Reserve at Alipurduar. Sumona experiences her first jungle safari in India and meets some warriors of the wild who are passionate about wildlife conservation.

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Toy Train Ride
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Shonar Bengal

Toy Train Ride

After taking lessons in rock climbing, Sumona Chakravarti meets Baishali, who takes her to Ghum railway station, the highest railway station in India. Sumona takes a trip down memory lane as she rides a toy train.

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Spices of Goa
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Goan Gullies

Spices of Goa

Rocky and Mayur, explore the unique gullies of Fontainhas by meeting the people who make it 'spicy'. From a matchbox-sized bar, Joseph to the oldest music shop of Pedro, the duo explores it all. They also travel to greener parts of Goa, the spice plantations. The duo picks spices for a special meal prepped by their friend, Chef Anu.

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Jamming With Local Band in Kolkata
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Shonar Bengal - Bengali

Jamming With Local Band in Kolkata

Sumona Chakravarti visits Aasmaan, an art and cultural centre by Kolkata Creative Waste Art Centre where tins, plates and other metal objects are converted into musical instruments. She also meets a musical group, that raps in Bengali as well as Hindi.

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End Your Year On A High Note With These Celebrations And Fests Around The Country

End Your Year On A High Note With These Celebrations And Fests Around The Country

What Is Soft Launching And Why Is Everyone Doing It?

What Is Soft Launching And Why Is Everyone Doing It?

 Mahavatar Narsimha Shakes Up Oscars 2026 Animated Race

Mahavatar Narsimha Shakes Up Oscars 2026 Animated Race