Will not discard trams, Bengal govt says on 150 years of serviceFor five days, colourful trams will travel across the city displaying artworks, including paintings and posters with sustainable developmen...
25 Feb, 2023, 12.45 AM IST
West Bengal to introduce 1200 electric buses in KolkataThe West Bengal government announced exemption of registration fees, motor vehicle and other taxes for two & four wheeled electric vehicles...
01 Jun, 2022, 12.47 PM IST
Kolkata’s ‘Fairy Tale’ Trams, once essential, are now a neglected relicIn recent years, hit by natural disasters and official neglect, the city’s tram system has become little more than a nostalgia ride, its pa...
03 Sep, 2021, 10.18 AM IST
Czech Republic can be key partner for India's development initiatives: President Ram Nath KovindHe said India is keen to strengthen and diversify its relations with the Czech Republic as there are numerous opportunities for businesses ...
07 Sep, 2018, 01.39 PM IST
UK foreign secretary takes a 'ghost walk' in BBD BagThe UK foreign minister may have got the idea of going around the city's central business district after meeting Khatchaturian, a former Lo...
27 Jan, 2017, 11.20 AM IST
Trams renovated to celebrate Kolkata's colonial-era heritageBands like 'Ganesh Talkies', 'Underground Authority', 'Neel Sarkar Project' and other youth bands were also invited to perform inside the t...
08 May, 2016, 02.52 PM IST
With fresh identity, West Bengal tourism rolls out advertising campaignTargeting foreign tourists, the department has installed digital hoardings in Delhi and Mumbai airports.
12 Feb, 2016, 02.47 PM IST
New Zealand's Christchurch is an absolute delight with all the languid charm of a small townThe writer visits the countryside of New Zealand only to discover that it is impossible to leave the country with anything but a happy grin.
06 Dec, 2015, 07.08 AM IST
Great Mughal's capital Shahjahanabad gears up for an 1,800-cr royal revampAs the plan was unveiled, it involved detailed studies and surveys, establishing concept, cost estimates, and financing schemes among other...
18 Oct, 2015, 10.38 AM IST
Colonial-era trams in Kolkata getting new lease of lifeColonial-era charm of trams is being revisited in the city with air-conditioned tram cars being lined up and closed routes being restored.
14 Oct, 2015, 12.22 PM IST
Trams not financially viable in Chandni Chowk, plan put on holdThe government realized that the project will not be financially viable and has proposed replacing of the trams with battery-operated buses.
09 Oct, 2015, 11.15 AM IST
Trams to ply on streets of Delhi againLieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung has approved a proposal which will pave the way for trams to ply on the streets of Delhi.
05 Mar, 2014, 11.15 AM IST
World special: Plan a hassle free vacation this holiday seasonJust realised that you need a vacation? There’s no reason to fret. There are enough destinations close to India that are worth exploring or...
11 Apr, 2013, 07.15 AM IST
- City of Bordeaux has nore to offer than just wine
The vineyard-strewn countryside encircling the polished and glossy city of Bordeaux is the world’s iconic wine region that was once frequen...
08 Dec, 2011, 06.50 AM IST
Ten things that will make Kolkata a grand city againRajiv Gandhi once referred to Kolkata as “a dying city”. It hasn’t died, not with a population of 4.5 million. But urban infrastructure and...
15 May, 2011, 02.29 AM IST
- Happening Hong Kong
As a city, Hong Kong is full of life and a combination of Tokyo and Shanghai.
29 Jan, 2009, 04.22 AM IST
- Enjoy journey to dazzling destinations
Enjoy journey to dazzling destination around the world, knowing their heritage and culture.
17 Jul, 2008, 12.00 AM IST