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An iconic Hindustan Ambassador yellow taxi rides on a street in Kolkata, India, on October 13, 2025. These iconic taxis ply the streets of Kolkata since 1958, and they are a common sight in the city's traffic. The yellow taxis are known for their reliability and affordability, and they are a popular choice for both locals and tourists. The first taxi in Calcutta starts in 1909. The offices of the French Chevy Jean Company are located on Chowringhee Road, where the Frank Ross Company's drug store now stands. They hail the first taxi on the way to Kolkata. The meter gauge cars run from Chowrangi to Dum Dum, and from Barrackpur to Bude Budge. The small two-cylinder 'Caron' cars have room for only two passengers. The Kolkata yellow taxi is based on the Hindustan Ambassador, which is a car produced in India from 1958 to 2014. The Kolkata Yellow Taxi is a 4-door sedan with a 1.5-litre petrol engine. (Photo by Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#12857398
Date Taken	13 October 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto
Category	Lifestyle and Leisure
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto

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