The Uttarakhand government has imposed an interim ban on the purchase of land by outsiders from the state for agricultural and horticulture purposes. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami late Sunday evening. While giving this information, an official spokesman said, “On the instructions of the Chief […]
Day: January 1, 2024
Adani raises $15 bn in equity, debt in comeback strategy after Hindenburg rout
New Delhi: Billionaire Gautam Adani’s sprawling conglomerate has raised over USD 5 billion (Rs 41,500 crore) in equity and a double of that in debt this year as the apples-to-airport group made a comeback since being hit by a bombshell short seller report. Adani, who was the world’s second-richest man at the start of the […]
Boeing recommends airlines to inspect 737 MAX airplanes for possible loose hardware
New Delhi: Boeing has recommended airlines to conduct an inspection of their B737 Max fleet, after an international operator discovered a bolt with a missing nut while performing routine maintenance. In a statement on Friday, Boeing said the issue identified on the particular airplane has been remedied. In India three airlines — Akasa Air, SpiceJet […]
Gokhale Railway Overbridge Mumbai: Lowering of first girder to take place between Jan 1-2 – Here’s when it will open for public
A BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) official announced on Saturday that the initial girder of the Gopal Krishna Gokhale railway overbridge, currently under construction, is scheduled to be lowered in the early part of the upcoming year, The Indian Express reported. The operation is anticipated to take place during the night spanning January 1 and 2. […]
Thane-Mulund Railway Station faces hurdles in land transfer – Details Inside
The progress on the proposed railway station between Thane and Mulund is facing significant delays as the Maharashtra government’s health department has not yet handed over a crucial four-acre land parcel to the Indian Railways, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP from Thane, Rajan Vichare, claimed on Saturday. The unresolved land transfer issue becomes a major roadblock […]
Thane-Mulund Railway Station faces hurdles in land transfer – Details Inside
The progress on the proposed railway station between Thane and Mulund is facing significant delays as the Maharashtra government’s health department has not yet handed over a crucial four-acre land parcel to the Indian Railways, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP from Thane, Rajan Vichare, claimed on Saturday. The unresolved land transfer issue becomes a major roadblock […]
Indian Railways’ ride to Winter Wonderland: An enchanting journey through snow-covered Kashmir! Watch mesmerising videos here
With a cold wave sweeping across several states in North India, social media platforms are abuzz with captivating videos showcasing the wintry scenes. Several mesmerising videos and images are circulating on the microblogging website, X, captures the enchanting sight of a train traversing snow-covered tracks in Jammu and Kashmir. The footages and images portray a […]
Mangaluru-Madgaon Goa Vande Bharat Express train: Check schedule, stoppages, timings of new train
The Mangaluru-Madgaon Goa Vande Bharat Express train was among the six Vande Bharat Express trains which Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off virtually from ASyodhya on Saturday (December 30). This Vande Bharat Express was given a grand welcome when it arrived at Madgaon station in Goa from Mangaluru yesterday. The eight-carriage train concluded a journey […]
Indian Railways faces winter weather challenges: 23 trains late in Delhi as fog grips Northern India, check full list here
The Indian Railways has reported a delay of 23 trains in Delhi due to adverse weather conditions. As winter blankets the northern parts of India, the familiar challenge of dense fog has once again descended upon the northern part of India, causing disruptions in the smooth operation of trains. Here’s a list of trains that […]
Namo Bharat on Track: NCRTC begins trial run on Duhai-Meerut stretch of RRTS Corridor! Cutting-edge testing underway – All you need to know
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has officially begun the trial run for Namo Bharat trains, marking a significant milestone for the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor between Duhai and Meerut South stations. The trial run signifies a crucial step towards making the entire 42 km stretch of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor operational […]
Indian Railways empowers Divyangjans: These groundbreaking guidelines are set to boost accessibility for specially-abled commuters
The government has taken a significant step towards enhancing accessibility for specially-abled people in railway stations and trains via new draft guidelines. The guidelines emphasize the integration of technology-enabled features, including text-to-speech and user-friendly pictograms. The Department of People with Disabilities (PwDs) has urged the stakeholders and the public to provide feedback on the proposed […]
Indian Railways train services hit by thick fog, several Delhi-bound trains running late due to low visibility
Dense fog was witnessed in parts of Delhi and nearby regions on Saturday morning, even as visibility improved in several areas. According to news agency ANI, the persistently low visibility has caused disruptions in the arrival and departure times of numerous trains bound for Delhi. Train services bore the brunt of the fog for the […]