The Vande Bharat Express trains operating between Katra and Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir have recorded occupancy rates exceeding 90%, showcasing strong passenger demand and boosting regional connectivity.
A Deccan Herald cartoon humorously depicts a political landslide victory, using visual satire to comment on recent election trends and outcomes in India.
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar announces Union government funding to fortify the landslide-prone Sampaje-Kushalnagar highway stretch with protective walls and safety features.
A 45-year-old man is feared dead after a landslide at a stone quarry in Perambalur's Chettikulam village. Rescue operations continue. Read the full story.
The first batch of 50 MBBS students at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence ordered to leave campus after NMC revoked permission. Students, many first-generation aspirants, face uncertain futures.
The National Medical Commission revoked permission for SMVDIME's MBBS course just four months after approval, citing infrastructure gaps. The college calls the inspection a 'farce' and links the move to protests over Muslim student admissions.
A shoe shop theft complaint in Agra led police to recover nearly Rs 97 lakh, five times the reported amount. Three accused, including a former employee, arrested. Details inside.
The J&K administration has revoked permission for the MBBS course at Mata Vaishno Devi College after a major row over its recognition. Get the full details on this developing education story.
In a cross-border humanitarian act, the Tamil Nadu Jamaathul Ulama Sabha has handed over keys to 14 new houses for families affected by the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslide in Wayanad. Read about this remarkable gesture of solidarity.
Tragic flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain hit Indonesia's North Sulawesi, killing at least 14 people. Rescue teams search for 4 missing. Details on the disaster and response.
Mumbai's N ward, covering Ghatkopar & Vikhroli, faces slum issues and political realignment ahead of BMC polls. Read about the key challenges and electoral battle.
A major landslide on NH-1 near Baramulla disrupts traffic on Srinagar-Uri highway. The incident occurs as Kashmir Valley battles intense cold wave and fresh snowfall in tourist spots. Read for details.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan announces 300 houses for Wayanad landslide victims will be handed over in February 2026. The project prioritizes safety, quality, and sustainability.
From Vaishno Devi to the Ganga, devotees across India ushered in New Year 2026 with prayers and rituals. See how faith marked the first day of the year.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board suspends new pilgrim registrations until January 1 morning due to unprecedented crowds. Check latest updates and safety guidelines here.
Karnataka government bans tourist entry to Nandi Hills due to safety risks from heavy rain and landslides. Officials cite dangerous conditions and urge public cooperation. Details inside.
The special train from Katra to Delhi recorded 100% occupancy, highlighting a strong resurgence in pilgrimage travel to Vaishno Devi. Read about the railway's strategic response.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu & Kashmir reports a significant 20% drop in pilgrim footfall in 2024. Explore the reasons behind the decline and the board's response.
Myanmar's military-backed USDP claims landslide win in first phase of junta-run polls, dismissed as a 'sham'. Official results pending amid reports of violence. Read the full story.
Kalatingal Noufal lost 11 family members in the Wayanad landslide. Now, his 'July 30' cafe stands as a testament to resilience and community support in Kerala. Read his inspiring story of rebuilding.
A Reasi court dismissed a plea for an FIR against Vaishno Devi shrine officials for the August 26 landslide that killed 35 pilgrims. The judge ruled it a natural disaster, with no criminal negligence found. Read the full details.
A Katra court ruled out criminal negligence by Vaishno Devi Shrine Board in the August landslide that killed 35 pilgrims, calling it an unforeseeable natural disaster. Read the full details.
Katra court dismisses plea for criminal action against shrine board officials in the August landslide that killed 35 pilgrims, calling it a natural calamity. Read the full details of the ruling.
The Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismisses a PIL blaming the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board for a 2022 landslide that killed 12. The court attributes the tragedy to a natural disaster. Read the full legal analysis.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court quashes a plea against the Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, ruling the 2025 landslide was a natural calamity. Read the full legal analysis and implications.
Major progress in rehabilitating Wayanad landslide survivors as authorities complete roof slabs for 122 houses at Elstone Estate. Over 1300 workers toil round the clock. Read the full update.
Aam Aadmi Party dominates Amritsar's rural body elections, securing a massive mandate. Read the full analysis of the results and their political implications.
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
NHAI submits a Rs 207.4 crore DPR to treat 13 active landslide zones on Uttarakhand's Yamunotri highway. Work begins as monsoon damage worsens. Get the full report.
Vijayakumari N S, the first civilian woman rescuer at the Wayanad landslide, is now contesting panchayat elections from Muppainad. Driven by duty, she aims to serve her community. Read her inspiring journey.