The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has prescribed Solid Waste Management (SWM) user charges, fees and penalties for 2026–27. The applicable monthly user fee depends on the type and size of the establishment. Who May Have to Pay SWM User Charges? The schedule covers various establishments, including: Restaurants, hotels and bars Clinics, diagnostic centres, hospitals and […]
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Birth and death certificates in Kolkata are issued through the Janma Mrityu Tathya Portal of the Government of West Bengal. For an event occurring within Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) jurisdiction, the event must be registered with KMC before a certificate can be obtained. Birth Registration in Kolkata Birth in a Private Hospital or Nursing Home
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Businesses operating hotels, lodges, guest houses and inns may require a Sarai Licence under the applicable West Bengal regulatory framework. The application workflow is available through SilpaSathi/TathyaSathi, followed by the relevant departmental process. Who Needs a Sarai Licence? The approval is relevant to accommodation establishments such as: Hotels Lodges Guest Houses Inns Tourist accommodation establishments
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If you are planning to operate a private security agency or provide security guard services in West Bengal, obtaining the applicable PSARA Licence is an important regulatory requirement. West Bengal currently implements PSARA through the West Bengal Private Security Agencies (Regulations) Rules, 2024, with a dedicated online licensing portal. Who Needs a PSARA Licence? The
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Starting a restaurant-cum-bar, hotel bar or liquor retail business in Kolkata requires the appropriate Excise Licence from the Directorate of Excise, Finance Department, Government of West Bengal. One of the most important steps is identifying the correct licence category for the exact premises and business model. West Bengal Excise provides different categories, including restaurant-cum-bar, hotel-cum-bar
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Buying your first home is a major financial commitment. If you are purchasing a flat with a bank loan, the bank will generally carry out its own legal and technical checks before approving the loan. But an important question remains: Should the bank’s verification be your only verification? For a first-time buyer, getting an independent
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Buying a flat, apartment or property is one of the biggest financial decisions you may make. But before signing a Sale Agreement with a builder or seller, don’t focus only on the price and location. The agreement creates important legal and financial obligations. A problem in the property’s title, municipal records, outstanding dues or contractual
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Buying a new flat in Kolkata is a major financial commitment. While the location, price, amenities and home loan are important, legal and municipal verification should happen before you make a substantial payment or sign the final documents. A property may appear perfectly suitable, but issues relating to ownership, sanctioned plans, Completion Certificate, municipal records,
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Planning to Start Your Own Clinic in Kolkata? A Complete Guide Before You Invest Starting your own clinic is an exciting step for any doctor. But a successful clinic is not built only around medical expertise. Location, patient catchment, property, licensing, infrastructure, business structure, accounting, working capital and revenue planning all play an important role.
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Whether you own a grocery store, supermarket, departmental store, convenience store, or specialty food outlet, obtaining the correct FSSAI Retail License is mandatory before selling food products in India. Many food business owners select the wrong Kind of Business (KoB) while applying through the FoSCoS portal, resulting in delays or application rejection. Choosing the correct
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