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Business, West Bengal

Meghdut Digital Platform Launches as a New-Generation Online Shopping Mall for Daily Essentials and Services

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Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Kolkata, March 24, 2025: In an era where shopping malls are emerging across cities with a focus on branded products, a new start-up, Meghdut Digital Platform, is revolutionizing the online shopping experience. Launched by the technology solution company “Meghdut Digital Platform,” this innovative digital mall promises to offer more than just products – it provides a wide range of services, catering to the everyday needs of consumers.


According to Sumit Bagchi, the director of Meghdut Digital Platform, the platform aims to become a one-stop solution for everything from daily essentials to specialized services. “Not only products, but various types of services are available here. This platform includes a cloud kitchen for restaurants, and customers can also win various prizes through entertainment. We are also planning to launch a content platform soon,” he said.

The Meghdut Digital Platform allows users to order products and services needed for daily life directly from the comfort of their homes via the website (www.meghdut.online). One of the platform’s key focuses is helping senior citizens, who may have money but often struggle to find people to provide essential goods and services. The platform solves this issue by offering a range of services, including electricians, air-conditioning repair, bridal makeup, teachers, physiotherapists, priests, wedding palanquin-sanai, even magicians, astrologers, dog groomers, and much more.

In addition to these services, Meghdut also offers a variety of products, such as 100% pure groceries, fish, meat, vegetables, homemade cakes, cookies, snacks, and millets. Customers can also find fashion, lifestyle, and ethnic products, all of which can be conveniently delivered to their homes.

A key feature of Meghdut is its collaboration with local retailers and service professionals, rather than famous brands. The platform’s main philosophy is to discover, nurture, and promote “hidden gems” – local businesses and service providers with the potential to become successful brands in their own right. Meghdut aims to help these businesses grow by providing them with the tools to sell online and compete with large enterprises.

The digital platform is built using Cispedia’s own technology, which makes it cost-effective for small businesses to establish an online presence. The success of this digital mall, much like any physical mall, depends on the number of customers it attracts. To increase customer engagement, Meghdut has introduced various exciting schemes and games, offering loyalty points, cash-back, and prizes to encourage repeat visits.

Cispedia management envisions that the Meghdut Digital Platform will pave the way for more small-scale, customer-centric businesses to flourish, significantly enhancing the business prospects and quality of life for both product sellers and service providers involved with Meghdut. This growing ecosystem of small businesses will ultimately determine the success of the platform, marking it as a game-changer in the e-commerce landscape.
Business, Economy, West Bengal

West Bengal Government to Build District-Level Shopping Malls, Announcing New Projects in Alipore

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Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Kolkata, December 26, 2024 – In a significant end-of-year announcement, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee revealed plans to construct shopping malls in various districts across West Bengal. 


Addressing the media at a press conference held at Nabanna Sabhagriha on Thursday afternoon, Banerjee stated that the state government would allocate land to entrepreneurs for the establishment of these malls. The initiative aims to boost the local economy by fostering job creation and providing a platform for local artisans and self-help groups.

In a move to ensure inclusivity, the Chief Minister emphasized that each mall will feature two dedicated floors for members of local self-help groups and artisans, giving them a space to sell their goods. Banerjee expressed optimism that this project would strengthen the economic fabric at the grassroots level, providing a boost to district-level commerce.

Sharing an anecdote to highlight the importance of such development, Banerjee recalled a conversation with a young man from a district who had handed her a note expressing concern over the lack of shopping malls in the region. In response, the Chief Minister assured that the new malls would offer modern amenities similar to those in Kolkata, including cafeterias, restaurants, and cinema halls. She emphasized that the presence of modern cinema facilities in the districts would significantly increase the distribution and screening of Bengali films.

To kick-start the project, Banerjee announced the identification of land for the first mall, which will be built on the vacant plot opposite the Alipore Zoo in South 24 Parganas. Additionally, she disclosed plans for a direct sales center for leather goods, as well as a sales center dedicated to Bengali sarees, both of which will be constructed on land opposite the Alipore Museum.

This initiative marks a major step in the state government’s broader vision of decentralizing development and creating economic opportunities in the districts, with a focus on empowering local businesses and artisans. The Chief Minister’s announcement has been welcomed by various sectors, with many anticipating a significant positive impact on local economies and job creation in the coming years.
Business, National

India’s Aviation Milestone: PM Modi Inaugurates Tata-Airbus Facility to Manufacture C295 Military Aircraft in Gujarat

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Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, October 28, 2024, New Delhi – Marking a significant leap in India’s defense manufacturing capabilities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Tata Group’s C295 aircraft manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. This landmark complex will produce C295 military transport aircraft in collaboration with Spain’s Airbus Defence and Space, ushering India into a new era of aerospace self-reliance.


Addressing the inauguration, Prime Minister Modi honored the late Ratan Tata, whose vision was instrumental in realizing this ambitious project. “This project is the brainchild of Ratan Tata. He passed away a few days ago and would have been happy if he were with us today,” PM Modi said, highlighting the visionary leadership of the industrial icon.

The C295 aircraft, a versatile military transport aircraft, recently entered Indian airspace, with 16 planes delivered from Spain to support the Indian Air Force (IAF). Over the coming years, an additional 40 aircraft will be manufactured domestically at the Vadodara facility, with Tata Group leading the way alongside contributions from Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), and several private-sector small and medium enterprises. This collaboration will further bolster India’s defense infrastructure and economic growth, creating numerous job opportunities within the country.

Designed to operate in challenging terrains, the C295 can take off from short and rugged airstrips, making it especially valuable for missions in remote and mountainous regions such as Sikkim, Ladakh, and Arunachal Pradesh. This capability will significantly enhance the Indian Army’s operational reach in strategic and geographically challenging areas, a critical advantage for national defense.

The launch of the C295 manufacturing facility represents a powerful step forward for the Indian defense sector, contributing to the “Make in India” initiative and reducing dependency on foreign military imports. The Tata-Airbus collaboration is poised to not only strengthen India’s defense aviation but also to establish the country as a future hub for aircraft production.
Business, Regional, West Bengal

Bengal government’s Yatri Sathi app formally launched in Siliguri

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The zero-commission app, police officials said, will provide cab and bike services at cheaper rates
TT Correspondent, Siliguri, 17.08.24 : The Siliguri Metropolitan Police on Friday formally launched Yatri Sathi, an app for booking cabs introduced by the state government.

“The Yatri Sathi app is an initiative of the Bengal government and was earlier launched in Calcutta. In Siliguri, we introduced it on a trial basis during the past month and formally launched it here today. Anybody can get registered from our assistance booths located at Bagdogra airport, Siliguri junction and New Jalpaiguri station,” said C. Sudhakar, the commissioner of Siliguri Metropolitan Police.

Sudhakar said around 600 cabs and 200 two-wheelers have already registered with the app. There is also a plan to introduce ambulance service through the app, sources said.

The zero-commission app, police officials said, will provide cab and bike services at cheaper rates.

“The private apps charge around 30 per cent commission from cabs and bike owners. Here, they will not have to pay any commission and, therefore, the rental charges are expected to be lower. Being a government-run app, it will also ensure the safety and security of passengers,” said a police officer.

“We want more and more cab owners and two-wheeler owners based in and around Siliguri to register themselves with Yatri Sathi,” he added.

The tourism industry has welcomed the initiative. Every day, thousands of tourists visit Siliguri and they can use the app to book a cab or bike, an industry stakeholder said.

Also, tourists often complain about overcharging by cab drivers, especially during peak tourist seasons. This problem can be resolved by availing cab services through the app, he said.

“We welcome the decision and would also request the Siliguri Metropolitan Police to hold a meeting with transporters to discuss and decide on the fares which would be charged for different destinations,” said Samrat Sanyal, general secretary of the Himalayan Hospitality & Tourism Development Network.
Business, Sikkim

Taxi fare between Gangtok to Nathula fixed by Sikkim government to prevent overcharging by tour operators

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 The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department also made public its contact number and police check post if an issue arises out of charging of excess fare

PTI, Gangtok, 26.05.24 :The Sikkim government has fixed the taxi fare between Nathula and Gangtok to prevent overcharging by the tour operators.

According to an order issued by the Principal Secretary (Tourism & Civil Aviation Department) C S Rao, the fare for luxury and normal vehicles have been fixed at Rs 7,000 and Rs 6,500 respectively, including the permit charge, for round trip between Nathula and state capital Gangtok with immediate effect.

The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department also made public its contact number and police check post if an issue arises out of charging of excess fare.

The aggrieved visitors may contact the Tourism & Civil Aviation Department on 9434182178, Police Check Post on 7908081127 and Transport Department on 9434126851 for any issues related to charging of excess fares, it said.

Anyone found violating the above-mentioned rates shall be dealt with strictly in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Central Motor Vehicle Act 1988 & CMV Rules 1989 and Sikkim Motor Vehicles Rules 1991 by the Transport department, the order said.

The Tourism and Civil Aviation Department has also capped the limit of permits for Nathula to be issued by it at 800 vehicles up to June 30.

This Office Order was issued following the high-level meeting held under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary V B Pathak, attended by DGP A K Singh, besides the Additional Chief Secretary, Home, Tourism and Civil Aviation Department and Transport Department officials.

The central government had recently pulled up the state government for exorbitant taxi fare and travel permit being charged by tour operators from tourists visiting Sikkim.
Business, Economy, Entertainment, Regional

Gorubathan has natural resources for adventure tourism

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KalimNews, Kalimpong, 24 May 2024: The Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) is set to enhance the adventure tourism potential of Gorubathan, leveraging its abundant natural resources. Dawa Gyalpo Sherpa, the chief coordinator of Adventure Tourism for the GTA, conducted a survey in Gorubathan to identify opportunities for both tourists and locals. He highlighted the area’s suitability for activities such as paragliding, rock climbing, and riverside camping.

Prashant Rana, an expert in paragliding adventure tourism, along with his team, surveyed various locations and confirmed the potential for promoting adventure tourism in the region. During discussions with the Gorubathan Tourism Development Society (GTDS), the team exchanged ideas for developing tourism infrastructure. Sherpa announced that the GTA team plans to conduct test flights for paragliding in selected areas to further assess feasibility.

This initiative aims to boost the local economy by attracting adventure tourists and providing new recreational opportunities for residents. The development of adventure tourism in Gorubathan is expected to capitalize on its natural beauty and diverse landscapes, making it a significant destination for thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike.
 

Dawa Gyalpo Sherpa, chief coordinator of Adventure Tourism for the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA), highlighted the positive impact of last year’s mountain bike racing event in Gorubathan and announced plans to reorganize it for a second time. He emphasized the importance of consistent training for local youths to sustain tourism development in the region. Sherpa acknowledged the efforts of the Gorubathan Tourism Development Society (GTDS) and stressed the need for active participation from local stakeholders and authorities to promote tourism effectively.

Sherpa noted that developing a tourist destination requires years of consistent effort and follow-up. He expressed his pleasure with the positive initiatives taken by GTDS and assured that the GTA’s Department of Tourism will support GTDS in achieving its goals. On behalf of GTDS, President Shyam Thapa thanked the GTA and the team for their support, highlighting GTDS’s efforts to generate income and ensure sustainable development for the local community.

Secretary Tufan Subba of GTDS added that with the help of GTA, adventure tourism in Gorubathan can be significantly boosted, opening new avenues in the tourism sector. He also mentioned plans to organize a workshop to train local tourist guides and encourage more youths to join the profession.

These initiatives aim to leverage Gorubathan’s natural resources for adventure tourism, enhancing the local economy and providing new opportunities for the residents.

Business, Economy, Regional, West Bengal

North Bengal-based online platform launches three new travel shows to boost homestays

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 Homestaying.in, a north Bengal-based online platform which connects around 500 homestays in the hills and plains, has taken the initiative to offer accommodations which suit the requirements of tourists
A grab of the video released by homestaying.in shows Manpreet Kaur, a yoga instructor, performing a yoga session at a homestay in  the Darjeeling hills.: The Telegraph

Binita Paul, TT, Siliguri, 24.05.24 : A website dedicated to homestays in north Bengal has launched three new travel shows on its YouTube channel to draw more tourists to the region.

Homestaying.in, a north Bengal-based online platform which connects around 500 homestays in the hills and plains, has taken the initiative to offer accommodations which suit the requirements of tourists.

“We have released three new travel shows on our official YouTube channel. The idea is to popularise the local homestays and promote the tourism industry in north Bengal. The shows will feature three distinct hosts, taking the viewers for a travelling experience throughout the region,” said Prabhakar Thapa, the founder of homestaying.in.

He said the travel hosts were from different walks of life and would promote various homestays and travel destinations, particularly from the hilly region.

Among them, Priyanka Chakraborty is a travel content creator, Manpreet Kaur is a yoga instructor and Jigme Singh is a hotelier.

The travel shows, Thapa said, will have weekly episodes and have been introduced while keeping in mind the exponential growth of homestays.

Priyanka, who will run a show called ‘The Modern Traveller,’ will guide tourists to find popular tourist destinations, covering the colonial architecture built by the British.

Manpreet Kaur, on the other hand, will take tourists on a spiritual retreat. “People will know how to rejuvenate themselves during a trip. There will be sessions on sound healing,” she said.

Jigme, on the other hand, will showcase the local cuisine.

“Our region has its own food platter and we will motivate every individual to venture beyond their familiar territories in cuisine,” said the travel host.

Thapa, while elaborating on their activities, said through their website, tourists can find only homestays.

“There is no option for hotels. Through our website, they can filter their requirements. We have categories like tea bungalows, high-altitude stays, hostels, B&B, and camping sites. All these are being run by the local people,” he said.

Courtesy & source- The Telegraph
Business, Regional, Techno/ Science

बॉयलर की खामी दूर करने को चौबीस घंटे बन्द रहेगी सेमीखेडा मिल

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किसानों का आरोप बुधवार को बन्द रही मिल‌। मिल प्रबन्धन ने नकारा कहा चालू‌ है मिल।

देवरनियां। किसान सहकारी चीनी मिल को अपग्रेड करने की चल रही कबायद के बीच मिल के बॉयलर नम्बर दो की खामी को ठीक करने के लिए वृहस्पतिवार से चौबीस घंटे के लिए मिल का पेराई सत्र बन्द किया जाएगा। इस बीच किसानों ने आरोप लगाया कि बुधवार को मिल खामी की वजह से बंद रही।


किसान सहकारी चीनी मिल सेमीखेडा प्रबंधन किसानों को फायदा पहुंचाने के लिए 43.58 करोड़ से मिल को अपग्रेड कराने मे लगा हुआ है। मिल प्रबंधन की ओर से किसानों को बताया गया कि वृहस्पतिवार सांय छह बजे से शुक्रवार सांय छह बजे तक बायरल नम्बर दो मे आई खराबी दूर करने के लिए मिल बंद रहेगी इस बीच गन्ना तौल भी नहीं होगी।


इधर मिल यार्ड मे जमा कुछ किसानों ने आरोप लगाया कि बुधवार को मिल पुरे दिन बंद रही। जबकि मिल प्रबंधन ने किसानों के इस आरोप को बेबुनियाद बताया है। कुमार मनीष ने बताया कि मिल चालू है।

Business, National, Regional

फीनिक्स यूनाइटेड करेगा ग्राहकों पर उपहारों की बरसात

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13-14 जनवरी को मध्यरात्रि तक हो सकेगी खरीदारी,

बरेली। फीनिक्स यूनाइटेड बरेली नववर्ष के अवसर पर लाया है अपने ग्राहकों के लिए धमाकेदार स्कीम जिसमे ग्राहक खरीदारी करके ढेर सारे गिफ्ट जीतने का लाभ उठा सकते है।

विंटर एंड ऑफ सीजन सेल में शॉपर्स 7 जनवरी से 28 जनवरी के दौरान खरीदारी करके कई उपहार जीत सकते है इसमें वीकेंड में सबसे ज्यादा की खरीदारी करने वाले को पीवीआर उपहार कार्ड मिलेगा जबकि 10 हजार तक की खरीदारी करने वाले ग्राहक को 3 हजार तक का सुनिश्चित उपहार जीतने का भी मौका मिलेगा।


विंटर एंड ऑफ सीजन सेल का शॉपर्स अधिक से अधिक लाभ उठा सके इसके लिए 13 और 14 जनवरी को मॉल मध्यरात्रि 12 बजे तक खुला रहेगा।
इस सेल में बच्चें, बुजुर्ग और नवयुवक- युवतियों की पसंद का खास ध्यान रखा गया है जिसमें उन्हें विभिन्न ब्रांडों के बेहतरीन कलेक्शन खरीदने को मिलेंगे।


फीनिक्स मॉल सीनियर सेंटर डायरेक्टर संजीव सरीन ने इस उत्सव के बारे में अपना उत्साह व्यक्त करते हुए कहा, “हमें फीनिक्स यूनाइटेड बरेली में विंटर एंड ऑफ़ सीजन सेल की मेजबानी करते हुए काफी खुशी हो रही है। यहाँ हर आयु वर्ग के शॉपर्स की पसंद का काफी ध्यान रखा गया है, जिससे शॉपिंग करने आएं लोगों को कभी न भूलने वाले अनुभव अवश्य प्राप्त होगा।