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Minor Hotels Announces Anantara’s First Resort and Urban Hotel in India
Minor Hotels signs Anantara’s inaugural resort and city hotel in India

Minor Hotels – a global hospitality group operating more than 640 properties in 63 countries – has confirmed its first Anantara projects in India: the Anantara Zanti Coorg Resort and the Anantara Kolkata Hotel.


Anantara Zanti Coorg Resort

Planned to open in 2028, the 69‑room resort will be set

Etihad to upgrade flights to Kolkata to brand new A32LRs
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Etihad Airways is set to enhance its Kolkata service with the introduction of the next-generation Airbus A321LR, reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market.


Starting 26 September 2025, all Etihad flights between Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (CCU) will be operated by the state-of-the-art A321LR, offering

India's first Renewable Energy Museum to open in Kolkata

Those planning a trip to Kolkata have a new attraction to explore now! Yes, India has its first-ever solar dome museum, the Renewable Energy Museum in Kolkata, which was inaugurated on Tuesday. This destination promises a unique experience for curious travelers.


Visitors here can explore different energy sources, environmental issues and sustainable practices through fun interactive displays,

Culinary Adventure: Kolkata Street Food (Durga Puja)

As Durga Puja festivities unfold, Kolkata opens up its streets to some of its best-kept culinary secrets.


Durga Puja is a time of extravagant celebrations in most Bengali homes and neighborhoods. As huge pandals with themes ranging from Star Wars to the Eiffel Tower in Paris line one end, the quest for culinary excellence begins at the other. Food is an integral part of the pujo festival

India's first underwater metro to open in Kolkata on March 6

March 6, 2024 will mark a momentous occasion as India is all set to open its first ever underwater metro in Kolkata. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the underwater metro, which will usher in a new era of urban transport.


This event will not only mark a monumental step in changing the way people move around the city, but will also help them save time and avoid traffic jams.


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Kolkata: India's safest city for third year in a row

For three years in a row Kolkata has successfully maintained its status as the safest city India. It is important to note that this is according to the report published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).


Based on this report, the city of Kolkata has the lowest number of cognizable offenses per thousand population among other major cities in India. Following Kolkata are Pune in

Kolkata trams will return for Durga Puja

After almost ten years, the famous trams of Kolkata will make your Durga Puja journey this year very exciting. Trams will reportedly operate during Durga Puja, offering an eco-friendly option for traveling around the pandal, especially for foreign tourists. This was announced by Minister of State for Transport Snehasis Chakraborty during the release of his department's Puja Parikrama.


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