India, April 12 -- January 1 is celebrated as New Year's Day as per the Gregorian calendar, making January the New Year's month. However, many cultures across the world, including in India, follow different calendars and celebrate the New Year on different dates. For Bengalis, their New Year falls in spring and is known as Noboborsho. Pohela Boisakh is the first day of Boishakh, which is the first month of the Bengali calendar. Bengalis pray, exchange wishes with loved ones, follow traditional customs, have feasts, visit fairs and more. It is a whole cultural celebration that brings people together.

Let's look at the date and auspicious timings so that you stay on track with your Bengali New Year celebrations.

As per Drik Panchang, the ...