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08 Oct2026

Pilot Project Proposed to Replace Horse-Drawn Carriages with Electric Alternatives in Kolkata

A pilot project is being proposed to replace Kolkata's horse-drawn tourist carriages with electric alternatives. This initiative aims to address animal welfare concerns while preserving the city's heritage. The electric carriages will be designed to retain the traditional visual character and will be tested on existing routes.

Source: The Statesman

08 Sept2026

Kolkata Builders Remobilise Workers as High-Rise Construction Set to Resume

Builders in Kolkata are recalling workers to construction sites in anticipation of high-rise projects resuming after a period of disruption. This follows an update by the state's urban development department aligning building rules with the National Building Construction Standards 2026.

Source: The Economic Times

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