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India.com
14-07-2025
- India.com
Insider Guide: 7 Secret Markets In Kolkata For Unbelievable Deals
Kolkata, India's cultural capital, is not just a place of historical monuments and literary mythology. It's also a shopping hub, with its vibrant markets and tiny streets full of everything from ethnic clothes and local crafts to unusual souvenirs and street food. The city of Kolkata offers something for every budget conscious and unique shopaholic. For the shopping addicts out there, we've listed seven shopping malls and flea markets that will make for an unforgettable shopping therapy session. Keep your wallets ready because these stores will have you eating your heart out! 1. New Market – A Timeless Shopper's Delight New Market, or Hogg Market as it was then referred to, is one of the oldest and most iconic shopping places in Kolkata. This enormous Victorian-era market was founded in 1874, and is an unrivalled hoarder's paradise — clothing, shoes, jewellery, computers, and even fresh flowers. What's distinctive about New Market is the maze of stalls that have seen better days. This is a one-of-a-kind market, so don't be afraid to bargain! Key Highlights It was constructed in 1874, and still retains a colonial feel. Over 2,000 stores offer clothing, leather goods, jewelry and more. Famous for traditional Bengali sarees such as taant and baluchari. It's open all day, except on Sundays and most busy in the evenings. 2. Gariahat Market – Saree Madness The Saree Lovers' Dream Land Gariahat Market: If you want the finest sarees at most reasonable prices, this is the place to visit. This vibrant bazaar is in South Kolkata, and the products offered here range from inexpensive cotton sarees to luxurious silk ones. More than sarees, you'll find home decor, fake jewellery and street stalls offering mouthwatering meals. The buzz is palpable, merchants jostle for your business and the smell of street food wafts in the air. Key Highlights They are famous for good Bengal tant, Dhakai jamdani, and Baluchari sarees. Stands by the roadside and permanent outlets for various goods. Popular snacks like phuchka (pani puri) and kathi rolls. Try visiting it late in the afternoon for a quieter visit. 3. College Street – For Bookworms and More College Street – The Place for the Books College Street, or Boi Para (Book Town), is a book lover's paradise. It's India's biggest second-hand book store, where you'll get to browse old out-of-print editions as well as new releases. Other than books, you can visit the famous Indian Coffee House here and drink a cup of coffee and soak in the intellectual ambience of the city. Key Highlights Famous for ebooks and hard-to-find books. Contains some of the most prominent publishing houses and academic bookstores. The Indian Coffee House offers nostalgia and affordable dining. You can negotiate books at the most ridiculously cheap prices. 4. Dakshinapan Shopping Complex – Traditional Handicrafts Center If you want to buy real Indian wares and ethnic products then Dakshinapan Shopping Complex is a one stop destination. This sprawling complex in Dhakuria houses state-owned emporiums hawking textiles, pottery, jewellery and other goods from all over India. It's a wonderful place to shop for souvenirs and special gifts and to support artisans and artisans. Key Highlights Shops from Rajasthan, West Bengal and Gujarat. Sells terracotta, dokra jewelry, and handicraft. Fixed-price shopping ensures hassle-free buying. It is open from 11am to 7pm everyday, except Sundays. 5. Bara Bazar – Wholesale Wonderland Bara Bazaar is Kolkata's answer to Delhi's Chandni Chowk — a noisy but beautiful market where you buy everything in bulk. It's a wholesale hub from spices and dried fruits to fabrics and electronics. Be prepared to trek through narrow lanes teeming with merchants, natives and hand-pulled wagons. The journey is just as exhilarating as it is satisfying! Key Highlights One of the oldest and most busy markets in Kolkata, dating back to the 18th century. They are known for the wholesale sales of textiles, homeware, and food. A colourful mixture of Marwari, Gujarati and Bengali cultures. To be visited in the early morning, to stay away from crowds. 6. Hatibagan Market – Ideal for the Budget Shoppers. Hatibagan is the place to be if you want to shop for the latest styles of clothes, jewellery, and household goods without emptying your pockets. : Located in North Kolkata, this market is very popular with the residents for its affordable prices. As you shop, check out the nearby street vendors offering steaming hot kachoris and jilipi (jalebi). Key Highlights Beloved for its affordable fashion, furniture, and cosmetics. Trendy bags and shoes at cheap prices are sold in street stalls. A hotspot for budget-conscious shoppers. There is no street food here other than kachori sabzi and jilipi. 7. Esplanade – The Difference Between Old and New. Esplanade is an exciting mall that fuses Kolkata's historic character with retail therapy. Though it has a few malls here, its street vendors and small-scale stores are what are unique here. You can get anything here from logo knockoffs to eccentric mementos. Esplanade is also an entrance to New Market, so you can shop here and then. Key Highlights Street-side discounts and mall shopping. A perfect place for affordable bags, shoes and jewellery. It is easily accessible through Kolkata Metro (Esplanade Station). Open 7 days a week, peak hours are in the evenings. Final Thoughts Kolkata's shopping boulevards and markets aren't merely retail outlets, they're cultural encounters. From New Market's ancient lanes to Bara Bazaar's pulsing maelstrom, each location conveys a tale of its vibrant history and contemporary vision. So, whether you're visiting the city or just visiting and discovering its charm, these seven destinations guarantee a shopping experience like no other. Remember – in Kolkata, negotiating is just as crucial as shopping.
Free Malaysia Today
12-07-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Dhaka, a thrilling destination for true-blue shoppers
The city's upscale Gulshan neighbourhood, known for its modern hotels, corporate towers and shopping centres, continues to attract locals and visitors alike. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR : Despite the city's traditional bazaars, modern malls, lifestyle stores in affluent neighbourhoods, and homegrown fashion brands, people hardly talk about Dhaka as a shopping tourism destination. What IS known is that Bangladesh is one of the world's leading exporters of readymade garments, textiles, and leather goods. But pay a visit to the capital and you will discover a vibrant and intense shopping scene that will cater to your every fancy. New Market – which is actually one of the oldest and most popular marketplaces – and its surroundings of New Super Market, Chandni Chowk and Gausia Market are often teeming with people buying all kinds of goods: clothes, fabrics, ornaments, watches, gifts, shoes, stationery, books, household goods, toys and electronics. A Dhaka tour is incomplete without visiting this location where the neverending shops and vast array of merchandise are sure to dazzle you. Not far from this bustling hub is Bashundhara City, one of the capital's largest shopping malls. It has zones dedicated to different categories of products, such as electronics, apparel, abayas and hijabs. Not sure if you should be using your credit or debit card? A money changer is conveniently located on the ground floor. And when hunger strikes, head to Bashundhara's food court, which offers a vast array of Bangladeshi and Asian cuisine. The New Market area, one of the popular shopping hubs in Dhaka, bustles both day and night. (Bernama pic) Another shopping haven is Jamuna Future Park, the nation's biggest mall and one of the largest in South Asia. Here, you can spend plenty of time – and money – choosing from a wide variety of local and imported brands. Also popular in the Gulshan area are Police Plaza, Concord Shopping Mall, and Pink City Shopping Complex. Truly, Dhaka's shopping scene is lively and extensive, and it could take you several days to explore its most interesting spots. That said, you will likely need to to plan your visit to Dhaka carefully. The city's traffic-clogged roads can be frustrating: with 23 million residents, the metropolitan area ranks among Asia's largest conurbations, and is one of the most densely populated in the world. Traffic jams in this slow-moving city can teach you that patience is indeed a great virtue – and that says something, coming from a Malaysian! One might get caught in gridlocks of rickshaws – both electric and traditional, the latter powered with natural compressed gas – during peak hour, or in a stop-and-crawl of more than two hours after arriving on a bus from the seaside tourist town of Cox's Bazar. Rickshaws offer better manoeuvrability during difficult road conditions and are ideal for short distances. (Wikipedia pic) Thankfully, you can manage Dhaka's traffic by not being on the road during rush hour and by adjusting your schedule according to congestion conditions afforded to you by map applications. Speaking of rickshaws, these are great for travelling short distances as they offer better manoeuvrability when road conditions become difficult. Where you stay in Dhaka can also determine what kind of experience you have in this megacity. The upscale Gulshan, Banani, and Dhanmondi neighbourhoods are often preferred by foreign visitors. These locations are comparable to some of Kuala Lumpur's best areas, with nice hotels, impressive corporate towers, diplomatic missions, and high-end restaurants ensuring a thrilling and memorable visit!
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Glo Fiber Expanding High-Speed Fiber Optic Internet in Frederick County, MD
Broadband speeds up to 5 Gbps will be available in the towns of New Market and Walkersville, Maryland Glo Fiber EDINBURG, Va., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glo Fiber, powered by Shenandoah Telecommunications Company ('Shentel') (Nasdaq: SHEN), announced they have reached an agreement to deploy fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband services to over 2,600 additional homes in Frederick County, Maryland in the towns of New Market and Walkersville. Glo Fiber's future-proof, reliable high-speed internet service is already available to more than 15,000 homes and businesses in the Frederick market, and construction is scheduled to be completed in 2026. This expansion is a testament to Glo Fiber's mission to bring state-of-the-art fiber broadband service and internet choice to smaller cities and towns. 'The Town of Walkersville is looking forward to the opportunity to work with Glo Fiber to provide our citizens with superior fiber-to-the-home technology,' said Sean Williams, Town Manager of Walkersville. 'The Town of New Market is happy that through Shentel, we can provide our residents with greater choice in their internet options,' said Mayor Winslow F. Burhans, III. Glo Fiber provides super-fast, symmetrical upload and download speeds of up to 5 gigabits per second (Gbps). Fiber-to-the-home technology and Shentel's 17,200-mile regional fiber network enable Glo Fiber to deliver high speeds, low latency, and unparalleled internet reliability. The company has earned a reputation for providing superior local customer service across its markets, including the growing list of communities in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Delaware. In addition to high-speed internet, Glo Fiber offers phone service, video service, and Whole Home Wi-Fi for a seamless connection anywhere in your home or business. 'Since 2021, we have continued expanding throughout the Frederick area,' said Chris Kyle, Vice President of Industry Affairs & Regulatory at Shentel. 'Walkersville and New Market, like the other Frederick County municipalities, were enthusiastic about providing their residents and businesses with a fiber-to-the-home option. We're proud of the work we are completing in the region and are proud to continue partnering with both the County and the Towns to provide the fastest, most reliable service possible.' Glo Fiber takes great pride in several key differentiators compared to their competitors: Fiber-to-the-home technology with exceptional reliability Symmetrical download and upload speeds of up to 5 Gbps Easy, straight-forward pricing with no long-term contracts Prompt and friendly local customer service To learn more about Glo Fiber, please visit for residential service and for commercial service. About Glo FiberGlo Fiber provides next-generation fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) multi-gigabit broadband internet access, live streaming TV, and digital phone service powered by Shentel (Nasdaq: SHEN). With services now available to approximately 363,000 homes and businesses, Glo Fiber offers reliable, symmetrical broadband service using state-of-the-art technology, including XGS-PON 10 Gbps networks. About Shenandoah TelecommunicationsShenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) provides broadband services through its high speed, state-of-the-art fiber optic and cable networks to residential and commercial customers in eight contiguous states in the eastern United States. Shentel's services include: broadband internet, video, voice, high-speed Ethernet, dark fiber leasing, and managed network services. The Company owns an extensive regional network with over 17,200 route miles of fiber. For more information, please visit Media Contact:Jennifer A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Sinar Daily
06-07-2025
- Business
- Sinar Daily
Dhaka: A thrilling shopping destination
A Dhaka tour is incomplete without visiting this charming area where the richness of merchandise is sure to dazzle you. 06 Jul 2025 02:00pm The city's upscale Gulshan neighbourhood, known for its modern hotels, corporate towers and shopping centres, continues to attract both locals and visitors. - AFP DHAKA - People rarely talk about Dhaka as a shopping tourism destination. This is because not much is known outside Bangladesh about the city's vibrant traditional bazaars, modern malls, lifestyle stores in affluent neighbourhoods, and the country's home-grown fashion brands. The city's upscale Gulshan neighbourhood, known for its modern hotels, corporate towers and shopping centres, continues to attract both locals and visitors. - Bernama photo What is well known, however, is that Bangladesh is one of the world's leading exporters of ready-made garments, textiles, and leather goods. I found myself amid an intense shopping scene while exploring Dhaka's vast urban landscape. New Market, which is actually one of the oldest and most popular marketplaces, and its surroundings of New Super Market, Chandni Chowk, and Gausia Market were teeming with people buying all kinds of stuff: clothes, fabrics, ornaments, watches, gifts, shoes, stationery, books, household goods, toys, electronics. A Dhaka tour is incomplete without visiting this charming area where the richness of merchandise is sure to dazzle you. Not far from this hub of never-ending shops is Bashundhara City, one of Dhaka's largest shopping malls. This mall has zones dedicated to different categories of products, such as electronics, apparel, abayas, and hijabs. A money changer is conveniently located on the ground floor. Bashundhara's food court offers a vast array of Bangladeshi and Asian cuisine. Another shopping haven is Jamuna Future Park, Bangladesh's biggest mall and one of the largest in South Asia. Here you can spend plenty of time and cash buying excellent local and imported brands. Police Plaza, Concord Shopping Mall, and Pink City Shopping Complex in the Gulshan area are also popular. Dhaka's shopping scene is lively and extensive, and it may easily take a week to explore its most interesting spots. You may, however, need to plan your visit to Dhaka carefully. The city's traffic-clogged roads can be frustrating. With a population of 23 million, the Dhaka metropolitan area ranks among Asia's largest conurbations. It is also one of the most densely populated areas in the world. A general view of the bustling New Market area, one of the popular shopping hubs in Dhaka. - Bernama photo Traffic jams in this slow-moving city can teach you that patience is indeed a great virtue. I had my share of its traffic woes during the seven days I spent in the city. On some occasions, I was caught in scrums of battery-powered traditional cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws during peak rush hour, and once in a stop-and-crawl of more than two hours after arriving on a bus from the seaside tourist town of Cox's Bazar. But I must say I have had worse experiences in traffic chaos while travelling in some other Asian conurbations. Overall, I managed Dhaka's traffic rather well by not being on the road during peak commute hours and adjusting my schedule as per congestion conditions. Using compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered auto rickshaws and electric rickshaws for short distances offers better manoeuvrability when road conditions become difficult. Where you stay in Dhaka can also determine what kind of experience you gain in this megacity. The upscale Gulshan, Banani, and Dhanmondi neighbourhoods are often preferred by foreign visitors. These locations are comparable to some of Kuala Lumpur's best areas, with nice hotels, impressive corporate towers, diplomatic missions, and high-end restaurants. Dhaka is a wonderful blend of modern and traditional, and its shopping scene is thrilling. - BERNAMA More Like This
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Time of India
Cab driver drugged and robbed of car and mobile phone
Bhopal: Two unidentified miscreants allegedly hired a cab offline near the Rani Kamalapati Railway Station, drugged the cab driver near Birla Mandir in the Arera Hills area, and fled with his vehicle and mobile phone. The victim remained unconscious the whole night, and his family members filed a missing person complaint with Ayodhya Nagar police. Later, after he was recovered, Ayodhya Nagar police registered a Zero FIR and transferred the case to Habibganj police, where a case was registered on Tuesday. The incident exposed jurisdictional issues of the police, as the victim's family was made to shuttle between multiple police stations before the FIR was finally registered. The victim could not come back to proper senses even after two days due to the effect of the sedatives. According to police, the victim, Arvind Jakhar, 30, a resident of Krishna Vihar Colony, Ayodhya Nagar, attached his car to an online cab service and drove the vehicle himself. On the evening of June 28, around 4 PM, he was waiting in his car near Gate Number-1 at Rani Kamalapati Railway Station. Two men, aged around 30–35, approached him and booked the ride offline. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Maringá (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo They said they wanted to visit DB Mall, New Market, and Birla Mandir, agreeing on a fare of Rs600. Arvind first drove them to DB Mall, where the suspects left the car for about 30 minutes, claiming they were shopping. They returned and asked to be taken to Birla Mandir. Upon reaching there, they claimed they forgot to bring sweets and directed Arvind to drive to a restaurant in TT Nagar. One of the men stayed in the car while the other brought back sweets, cold drinks, and disposable cups. They then asked to return to Birla Mandir. While driving, Arvind was offered a cold drink by the suspects. He initially refused, but they insisted, saying it would be disrespectful if he didn't drink. After just a couple of sips, Arvind began feeling dizzy. Within 10 minutes, as they reached Birla Mandir, the suspects asked him to park the car while they went for a brief temple visit. That was the last thing Arvind remembered. Back home, when Arvind didn't return and his phone was switched off, his brother grew worried. Around 12:30 AM, he went to Ayodhya Nagar Police Station and filed a missing person's complaint. He also shared Arvind's details with online cab driver groups and social media platforms. Found Unconscious in Katara Hills: The next morning, June 29, an auto driver spotted Arvind lying unconscious in Katara Hills and contacted his brother, who took him home. Arvind was still under the influence of intoxicants. Once he regained partial consciousness around 10 AM, Arvind and his brother went to Bag Sewania Police Station to report the incident. But police there said the incident occurred in Arera Hills jurisdiction and advised them to file the complaint there. At Arera Hills, officers redirected them again, saying the spiked drink was consumed in TT Nagar's jurisdiction. When they approached TT Nagar Police Station, they were once again sent back to Arera Hills, citing jurisdiction issues. They shuttled between police stations for hours. Meanwhile, Ayodhya Nagar Police, on getting information, registered a Zero FIR and forwarded the case diary to Habibganj Police. Ayodhya Nagar Police said that after the missing person report was filed, they were not informed by the family when Arvind was found. Investigation Officer ASI Sudhakar Sharma said that police are scanning CCTV footage from the railway station and surrounding areas to ascertain the identity of the suspects. Further investigations are ongoing.
