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Is Air Pollution in Kolkata on the Same Path as Delhi?

Is Air Pollution in Kolkata on the Same Path as Delhi?

While all eyes are trained at Delhi’s terrible air quality which is bringing down the average life expectancy of its residents by almost 10 years, air pollution in Kolkata is steadily giving stiff competition to the capital. The Air Quality Life Index or AQLI study developed by the University of Chicago’s Energy Policy Institute calculated…

College Street – The Iconic Colony of Books of Kolkata

College Street – The Iconic Colony of Books of Kolkata

Even in the age of Kindles and digital media, the charm of books has not been lost. When it comes to Kolkata, books remain intertwined in the city’s cultural and social fabric. In fact, the City of Joy is one of the few book towns to feature in journalist Alex Johnson’s new book – “Book…

Fire Safety Measures in a High-Rise Building You Should Watch Out For

Fire Safety Measures in a High-Rise Building You Should Watch Out For

When Rashmi Mitra, a Kolkata-based fashion designer, decided to buy a new apartment for her parents, instead of simple flats, residential complexes were her preference. The wonderful amenities, high-end infrastructure, and the safety of living within a gated community — she wanted all of these. Yet, she was fazed by the possibility of fire hazards…

Kolkata South West to Develop Fast with New Infrastructure

Kolkata South West to Develop Fast with New Infrastructure

Kolkata South West has become the bright new spot in the city’s real estate landscape. Areas like Behala, Joka, Thakurpukur, Silpara, Haridevpur and Maheshtala have already turned into hot property markets, while localities like Batanagar and Budge Budge that lie deeper within the South-Western end of Kolkata are also witnessing brisk real estate activity. The…

The Journey & Evolution of the Iconic Bengali Sweets

The Journey & Evolution of the Iconic Bengali Sweets

The City of Joy is well-known for its music, cinema, and delicious food, especially the mouth-watering sweets. In fact, it’s rather hard not to run into a sweet shop in almost every corner of the city, including the narrowest of the lanes. And, it’s equally hard to find a Bengali who is not in love…

Why Charminar is Considered as the Soul of Hyderabad

Why Charminar is Considered as the Soul of Hyderabad

As the Taj Mahal is to Agra, so is the Charminar to Hyderabad. Ever since the construction of this astounding monument, every passing year has heaped so much importance to this structure that Charminar has become synonymous with the city of Hyderabad. It is the soul of the bustling city, the spirit of Hyderabad and…

Community Pujas Vs. Apartment Pujas: A Difference Between Splendour And Soul?

Community Pujas Vs. Apartment Pujas: A Difference Between Splendour And Soul?

Festivals have always been a special and important part of the Bengali culture, not only for its rituals, traditions, and the different customs but also for its bonhomie and togetherness. But nothing compares to the essence that Durga Puja holds in the hearts of the Bengalis. Regardless of the geographical location, where there are Bengalis,…

Why Shopping in Hyderabad is Every Shopper’s Delight

Why Shopping in Hyderabad is Every Shopper’s Delight

Anaya has been living in Hyderabad for quite some time now. Forever the shopaholic, she was very skeptical about the prospects of shopping in Hyderabad when she came here first. After all, she hailed from Delhi, which has been long regarded as every shopper’s paradise. However, Anaya was in for a real surprise when she ventured…

Should Children be Given Importance While Buying a New Home?

Should Children be Given Importance While Buying a New Home?

9-year-old Ritwick does not feel like indulging in any kind of physical activity, as the commute time from his school to his new home drains out every bit of energy from his little self. He feels lonesome and bored on weekends and holidays, as he hasn’t yet made any friends in the new housing complex…