02 May 2023
A pioneering construction and demolition waste recovery plant has begun operations in Rajarhat, Kolkata. The facility, a significant stride towards sustainable waste management, will transform non-biodegradable construction waste into reusable "aggregates" for road paving. Instead of landfill disposal, waste from smaller housing projects will be transported to the Rajarhat plant. The initiative, which could serve as a model for other cities facing waste management challenges, underscores the shift towards a circular economy, where waste is seen as a valuable resource to be reused and recycled.Read more
17 Apr 2023
The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has announced that it will revoke the trade licence of real estate promoters who dupe flat owners. Previously, the KMC only penalized architects or licensed building surveyors if they failed to provide facilities to flat owners. The KMC will keep a watchful eye on real estate promoters who have fled after constructing an apartment building without applying for a completion certificate. The decision is a step in the right direction to ensure that flat owners receive the necessary amenities and services promised to them and to hold real estate promoters accountable for their actions.Read more
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31 Mar 2023
In response to a fake call centre racket in New Town, Kolkata, Bidhannagar Police have requested updated tenant lists from local Residential Welfare Associations (RWAs). Authorities plan to conduct surprise visits to verify tenant information, ensuring occupant safety and addressing system vulnerabilities. The recent bust, which exposed fraudulent operators running schemes from residential properties and recovered nearly Rs 4 crore in illegal funds, has prompted the need for an updated tenant database. Local residents have welcomed the initiative for improved community security.Read more