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Stainless steel prices in India remained firm as global nickel and copper prices stayed elevated and the rupee weakened against the US dollar. Demand for 200 and 400 series improved, while 300 series demand remained subdued due to higher prices. Market participants expect prices to remain firm amid geopolitical uncertainties.

Kolkata's fuel prices remain steady at ₹113.51 per litre for petrol and ₹99.82 for diesel, providing short-term predictability but continuing to strain household budgets and commercial transport costs.

A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal brings heavy rain and 40-60 kmph winds to South Bengal, testing urban drainage and infrastructure resilience.

Bengaluru's air quality improved to 'Good' due to monsoon rains and wind dispersion. However, experts note this relief is temporary, urging sustained control over transport and construction emissions.

West Bengal launched five brownfield expansion projects worth nearly ₹3,500 crore in defence manufacturing, aiming to boost industrial growth while challenging urban infrastructure, transport, and environmental resilience in the region.

Experts urge an integrated clean energy strategy for Kolkata, linking renewable power, storage, efficient buildings, transport, and grid upgrades, backed by a 300 MW wind-solar hybrid procurement to ensure urban resilience.

Kolkata's rail and metro expansion, backed by massive investments, faces delays due to land acquisition and utility relocation challenges. Timely coordination is critical to unlock ₹83,433 crore in sanctioned infrastructure projects.

Kolkata Metro commissioned a 500 kWp rooftop solar plant at Jessore Road station, aiming to expand renewable capacity to 34.3 MWp, reduce electricity costs by ₹50 lakh annually, and enhance sustainable urban transit.

Educators, scientists, and students gathered at the India March for Science to raise concerns over research funding, public education, and evidence-based policymaking crucial for the knowledge economy.

Bengaluru's proposed 17-km tunnel corridor faces delays as the lowest bid of 22,267 crore rupees exceeds the government's estimate of 17,698 crore rupees by about 4,600 crore rupees.