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A practical Sealdah station guide covering the North, Main and South sections, all 21 platforms, the Green Line metro link and how to get out of the station quickly.

A practical guide to finding a PG in South Kolkata: what rooms cost in Jadavpur, Tollygunge, Garia, Kasba and Behala, what rent includes, and how metro access changes the maths.

IMD flags thunderstorms, lightning and 30 to 40 kmph gusty winds across South Bengal, with a fresh Bay low pressure area due around 11 September.

Where to buy furniture in Kolkata, from the wholesale lanes of Bowbazar to Salt Lake showrooms and second-hand options, with realistic price bands and buying tips.

Alipore Zoo Kolkata opens 9 AM to 5 PM and closes every Thursday. Full guide to ticket prices, the nearest Metro station, what to see and the best time to visit.

A practical guide to law colleges in Kolkata, covering NUJS, Calcutta University affiliated colleges, private universities, indicative fees, CLAT and other entrance exams.

A practical Howrah station guide: platform numbers, which exit to use, and the fastest metro, ferry, taxi and bus routes into central Kolkata.