An ode to Kolkata’s tram
Growing up in Kolkata, trams have always been more than just a mode of transport for me; it’s been a source of respite from ...
Kolkata tram trundles back to familiar atmosphere of neglect and protests — a sign it is still alive
Life is back to normal in Kolkata as far as its 152-year-old tram is concerned: two of the three surviving routes are functional again after a long and anxiety-filled break during Durga Puja; the West ...
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In pics: Tram ride, museum visit, Italian meal & fun day for Kolkata kids on Children’s Day
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Maidan tram route restoration starts
The West Bengal Transport Corporation has initiated the restoration of the historic Maidan tram route, a significant ...
Tram depot wall turns canvas for schoolgirls in celebration of BSS School’s platinum jubilee
On table tops, carrying brushes and paint, students of The BSS School, are working on a 10ft-high and 100ft-long wall of the ...
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Asphalt cover on tram tracks
Kolkata: Sections of tram tracks on Judges Court Road in Alipore were covered with asphalt on Wednesday evening. The tracks have been lying idle for several years now, but trams for several routes ...
Legacy derailed
With the West Bengal Transport Minister, Snehasish Chakraborty, announcing, in end-September, the virtual closure of trams, ...
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11 iconic trams to ride in your lifetime – before they disappear
For more than a century, the tram was the definitive way to explore Kolkata. The city’s old-fashioned trolleys announced their presence like a tin toy orchestra, with a symphony of screeches, ...
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Kolkata metro services hit after man jumps in front of running train
Kolkata's tram system is a cherished part of the City of Joy's cultural heritage. With a history spanning 150 years, this tram service has been a significant element of Kolkata’s identity since ...
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The end of the road for Kolkata’s iconic trams?
Authorities say Kolkata’s tram is responsible for accidents and congestion; users say it’s part of the city’s heritage. What is new norovirus strain sweeping the UK? Map shows full list of ...