Train Hits Elephant Herd in Assam, 7 Dead, 5 Coaches Derail
A tragic train accident in Assam kills 7 elephants and derails 5 coaches. Details on the rescue, investigation, and the urgent call for wildlife corridor safety.
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PM Modi chairs BJP strategy meet in Assam for 2026 polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Assam BJP HQ, chairs key meeting to strategize for 2026 Assembly elections. Focus on strengthening party base and reviewing development works.
7 Elephants Killed on Assam Tracks, Train Services Hit
A tragic accident kills 7 elephants on railway tracks in Assam, disrupting train services. NFR cancels 9 trains, regulates 13. Details on the incident and its impact.
Rajdhani Express derails after hitting elephant herd in Assam
Tragedy in Assam as 8 elephants are killed after the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express hits a herd, causing 5 coaches to derail near Hojai. Rescue ops underway.
PM Modi inaugurates new Guwahati airport terminal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new terminal of Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, a ₹4,000 crore project set to boost connectivity, tourism, and ease of living in Assam.
PM Modi Assam visit: To launch projects worth Rs 15,600 crore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Assam on December 20, 2025, to inaugurate projects worth Rs 15,600 crore and lay the foundation for a major fertilizer plant. Read details.
Almatti-Kushtagi rail survey complete, DPR by May 2026
The crucial field survey for the Almatti-Kushtagi railway line is finished. The DPR is due by May 2026, promising better connectivity for central & north Karnataka. Read more.
BJP's Assam Playbook: Pro-Indigenous Laws and Poll Strategy
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma expresses confidence in BJP's third consecutive win, highlighting pro-indigenous laws as a key strategy. Analysis of the political landscape ahead of state elections.
Almatti-Kushtagi Railway DPR by May 2026
The detailed project report for the new Almatti-Kushtagi railway line will be completed in the next five months, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced. The survey work is already finished.
Railway Coach Restaurants Expand to Nagpur, Wardha, Pandhurna, Betul
Central Railway converts retired coaches into 24x7 multi-cuisine restaurants at four new stations. 10-year contracts offered to attract major food brands. E-auction on Dec 22.
Himachal delays land transfer, funds for key rail project
Himachal Pradesh's failure to transfer land and pay its share is delaying the Rs 6,753 crore Bhanupalli-Bilaspur-Beri railway line. Get the full details on the project's status and strategic implications.
Assam bans radical literature, cites Bangladesh unrest
Assam government invokes new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to ban JMB, ABT materials. Crackdown follows arrests and fears of cross-border radicalization targeting youth. Read more.
PM Modi's Namrup Visit: DGP Reviews Security for Rs 11,000 Cr Project
Assam DGP Harmeet Singh reviewed security for PM Modi's Dec 21 Namrup visit to lay the foundation stone for a Rs 11,000-crore ammonia-urea project. The plant aims to boost agriculture and create jobs.
Assam Police Recruits 1,715 Constables: Apply Now
SLPRB Assam invites applications for 1,715 Constable posts in Armed & Unarmed branches. Apply online from Dec 16, 2025 to Jan 16, 2026. Check eligibility & process.
Assam ST Status Groups Seek Urgent Tripartite Meeting
Six communities in Assam demand urgent tripartite talks with Centre and state to resolve Scheduled Tribe status deadlock. Protests escalate, impacting daily life.
5,815 Youth Get Assam Govt Jobs in Major Recruitment Drive
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hands over appointment letters to 5,815 recruits for police & home dept. He highlights transparent, merit-based hiring, with total jobs since 2021 now at 1,41,194. Read more.
PM Modi Meets Assam Lawmakers, Reviews Scheme Data
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a key meeting with lawmakers from Assam, a state set for polls in 2026. He specifically sought enrolment data for central welfare schemes targeting women and children.
Railway Staff Protection Scheme Pays Rs 1 Crore in Lucknow
Northern Railway's Lucknow division disburses its first Rs 1 crore insurance payout under the RSP scheme to the family of track maintainer Anwar Ali. Read the full story.
Nagpur's Ajni Railway Station Modernisation Progresses Rapidly
Central Railway's ambitious Ajni Station redevelopment in Nagpur is progressing swiftly. Key structures, including the East Side building and staff towers, are nearing completion, promising enhanced passenger amenities and smoother operations.
Khasi-Jaintia Development Council Formed in Assam's Cachar
Assam's Education Minister Ranoj Pegu launches Khasi-Jaintia Development Council in Cachar to address land rights and welfare gaps for tribal communities in Barak Valley. Read more.
Assam's Tribal Status Promise in Lok Sabha Polls
Explore how the promise of Scheduled Tribe status for six Assam communities is shaping the electoral battle in at least six Lok Sabha constituencies. Discover the political strategies of BJP and Congress.
Secret 1984 Assam Report Exposed After 41 Years
Assam government unveils suppressed 1984 Tewary Commission report exposing land disputes as root cause of Nellie massacre. Discover the explosive findings kept hidden for four decades.
Southern Railway conducts 145kmph high-speed trial run
Southern Railway achieves 145kmph in trial run, paving way for 130kmph operations on Jolarpet-Coimbatore section. Major speed enhancement projects underway across Tamil Nadu routes.
Mumbai motorman saves life on railway tracks
A Mumbai motorman's alert action saved a person's life on tracks between Mulund and Thane. The heroic act caused 15-20 minute delays during Friday evening peak hours. Read this inspiring story of presence of mind.
Assam's Climate Action: 6 Projects Done, 9 Ongoing
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
Assam Passes Bill Banning Polygamy: What to Know
Assam Assembly approves landmark bill to prohibit polygamy, creating uniform marriage laws. Learn about the provisions, exemptions, and implementation timeline.
1983 Nellie Massacre Reports Made Public After Decades
Two historic reports on the 1983 Assam massacre have been made public, revealing official findings about the Nellie violence that claimed thousands of lives. Discover the truth behind one of India's darkest chapters.
SWR Extends Vande Bharat Sleeper Depot Tender Deadline
South Western Railway extends tender deadline for Vande Bharat sleeper depot at Bengaluru's Thanisandra. Read about the project details and new submission timeline.
Himanta Sarma: Migrant Muslims are Congress's Oxygen
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma claims Congress relies on 'Miya' votes in 22 seats, alleges party sells tickets for crores. Congress denies the charges ahead of 2026 state elections.
Railway ticketless cases fall by over 50% in Mumbai
Central Railway's Mumbai Division reports 50% drop in ticketless travel cases despite intensified checks. 9.63 lakh offenders caught, ₹40.59 crore recovered in fines. Read more.
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