Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Launch: Key Details & Impact
India's inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches January 17, 2026, connecting Howrah and Kamakhya. PM Modi to flag off the premium overnight service featuring modern amenities.
India's inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches January 17, 2026, connecting Howrah and Kamakhya. PM Modi to flag off the premium overnight service featuring modern amenities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first Vande Bharat sleeper train connecting Guwahati and Kolkata on January 17, boosting connectivity in North Bengal.
Officials report two deaths in West Bengal linked to SIR anxiety. A man collapsed in Uttar Dinajpur and a woman died from a stroke in North 24 Parganas.
Election Commission accepts tea garden records as valid documents for voter registration in North Bengal, ensuring thousands of plantation workers are not disenfranchised. Read the full details.
CJI Surya Kant to inaugurate the permanent Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench of Calcutta High Court on January 17. The new facility will serve North Bengal districts, reducing case pendency and improving access to justice.
Election Commission approves tea garden & cinchona plantation records as valid documents for electoral rolls in 7 North Bengal districts, empowering thousands of plantation workers. Read the full story.
ECI approves tea garden & cinchona plantation records as valid ID for voter enrolment in 7 North Bengal districts. BJP's Suvendu Adhikari hails it as a major victory for tribal & plantation workers. Check if you're eligible!
MHA seeks report after BJP's Suvendu Adhikari alleges TMC workers attacked his convoy with bamboo sticks and petrol can in West Midnapore. TMC denies, claims his own security lathi-charged BJP workers.
North Korea's obsessive, militaristic training of preteen girls has made it a powerhouse in youth women's soccer, securing propaganda wins for Kim Jong Un's regime. Explore the high-stakes world behind their success.
The depression over the Bay of Bengal has weakened but is set to bring heavy rainfall to parts of Tamil Nadu. Stay updated on the latest weather forecast and advisories.
The FCC authorises SpaceX to expand its Starlink network with 7,500 new satellites, aiming for 1 Gbps speeds and direct-to-cell connectivity worldwide. Read more about this game-changing move.
The IMD predicts a cold wave in parts of north interior Karnataka. Meanwhile, a depression over the Bay of Bengal is unlikely to affect the state's rainfall. Stay updated.
Indian Railways announces three new long-distance trains from Bengaluru to West Bengal, led by an Amrit Bharat Express. The move aims to improve connectivity for migrants, traders, and families. PM Modi expected to announce launch soon.
A major explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district leaves multiple injured. Details on the rescue operation and police investigation inside.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria proposes a cost-effective metro-bus hybrid for Chandigarh, citing Jaipur's financial failure. New plan focuses on peripheral corridors and robust bus fleet.
TRAI introduces a star rating system for buildings to improve indoor mobile connectivity. Learn how this initiative will benefit residents and ensure better network quality.
West Bengal shivers as IMD forecasts prolonged cold wave till December 9. Dense fog may disrupt flights in Kolkata, with temperatures set to drop further. Read for district-wise updates.
Sitting MP Mausam Noor quits TMC and rejoins Congress, shaking up West Bengal's political landscape ahead of crucial polls. BJP claims it signals erosion of Muslim support for Mamata Banerjee.
Six police personnel were injured and a vehicle vandalised in Sandeshkhali when a mob attacked a team sent to summon a TMC worker linked to land-grabbing. Read the full report on the escalating tensions.
Six police personnel were injured in a mob attack in West Bengal's Sandeshkhali while arresting a TMC activist. Read the full details and political reactions here.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun with his daughter Ju Ae on New Year's Day, intensifying speculation about her future political role. Read the full analysis.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP's JP Nadda are scheduled for key visits to West Bengal this month, focusing on booth-level strengthening ahead of elections. Get the latest political updates.
Star Air halts bookings for Belagavi-Jaipur & Ahmedabad routes from Jan 15, following Mumbai service withdrawal. Business community warns of severe trade impact. Details inside.
North Korean youth are emulating Kim Jong Un's leather and faux fur look, creating a booming market for affordable replicas. Discover the surprising fashion shift inside the hermit kingdom. Read more.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's 2026 New Year speech celebrated a military pact with Russia, involving troop deployments to Ukraine. Read the full analysis of the strategic shift.
Union Minister Amit Shah held key BJP meetings and visited a Kali temple in West Bengal, setting the stage for the crucial 2026 Assembly elections. Read the full details here.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges BJP government in West Bengal post-2026, addresses Matua community's CAA fears, and vows to stop illegal infiltration. Read the full story.
Heavy fog across North India causes major train delays, severe overcrowding at Jaipur station. Key trains like Jodhpur-Howrah Express running late. Read the full report on the travel crisis.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a crucial 3-day West Bengal tour, focusing on organizational strengthening and strategy for the 2026 state elections. Get the full details.
Three Booth Level Officers died in West Bengal after receiving SIR hearing notices. Family alleges pressure, officials cite health and personal reasons. Details inside.