The 116-year-old The Boys’ Own Library in Kolkata and its tomes face an uncertain future
The library welcomes all readers with a nominal fee, while renting out its premises for theatre and cultural shows. But a ...
Marking history: can the new blue plaque trend promote heritage conservation in Indian cities?
Kolkata followed in 2022, and Delhi is the latest to join this league of cities commemorating heritage through blue plaques.
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Skywalk frees up road to Kalighat temple
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has cleared the road of hawkers' encroachment as part of its efforts to beautify the area. More than 150 hawkers have now shifted from the road to the ...
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KMC boost to buildings on ‘small’ plots hoping to avoid further illegal constructions
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has decided to relax the mandatory ... said on Friday while speaking on allowing buildings on tiny plots. “There is a history of constructing illegal buildings ...