Modi to launch 13 trains, first Vande Bharat sleeper next week
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 13 new trains, including India's first Vande Bharat sleeper, from poll-bound West Bengal and Assam next week, boosting rail infrastructure.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 13 new trains, including India's first Vande Bharat sleeper, from poll-bound West Bengal and Assam next week, boosting rail infrastructure.
IIT Bhubaneswar hosted the Odisha zone of the Design for Bharat Youth Innovation Challenge. 16 teams competed, with 3 advancing to the national showcase in New Delhi in 2026. Read more.
Bharat Coking Coal's IPO is marketed on India's steel boom, but high ash content means most coal still powers utilities. Key details on valuation, risks, and the ₹1,071-crore offer.
BCY Party chief Bode Ramachandra Yadav demands Bharat Ratna for Savitribai Phule, criticises AP & Telangana govts for inaction. Read about the nationwide campaign.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces Vande Bharat Sleeper trains for all states, starting with the Howrah-Guwahati route. Get the latest updates on features and launch schedule.
Get the first glimpse of India's Vande Bharat Sleeper train! See photos, fares, and details on regional cuisine for the Howrah-Guwahati route. Launch within 18 days.
PM Narendra Modi's two-day West Bengal tour in January includes flagging off the Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train and addressing key BJP rallies in Malda and Howrah. Details here.
India's electricity demand surged nearly 7% in December 2024, reaching a peak of 139,000 MW, driven by heating needs during a severe cold wave. Explore the data and grid implications.
Delhi's electricity demand hits record highs on Dec 31 & Jan 1 due to celebrations, cold weather, and extended commercial hours. Discover how the grid copes and the shift to renewable energy. Read more.
Indian Railways' first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, launching this month, costs Rs 8-8.5 crore per coach. Get details on features, route, and production plans.
Explore the pivotal events of 2nd January: from the institution of Bharat Ratna & Padma Vibhushan to the birth of social reformers and a tragic football stampede. Discover how this day shaped history.
Indian Railways to launch Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train by January 18. Check route, 8 stoppages, ticket prices from Rs 2,300, and regional food menu.
India's electricity demand rose 7% to 138.39 billion units in December 2024, signaling strong economic activity. Read the full analysis of power sector trends.
The route and fare for India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train are set. PM Modi will flag off the Guwahati-Kolkata service in 2026, boosting connectivity in the Northeast.
Uttar Pradesh faces decisive Ranji Trophy clashes against Jharkhand and Vidarbha. With 17 points, UP must win to secure a knockout berth. Full schedule and analysis inside.
Orissa High Court directs committee to begin inventory of centuries-old jewels in Puri's Ratna Bhandar after ASI completes conservation. Next hearing on Jan 27.
Bharat Forge secures a Rs 1,661 crore contract to supply over 2.55 lakh indigenous CQB Carbines to the Indian Army, boosting Make-in-India defence. Read more.
Puri's Jagannath Temple administration apologizes and withdraws 2026 calendars depicting sibling deities in incorrect positions on Ratna Singhasan, citing an old manuscript source. Read the full story.
Silver's 178% surge signals a structural shift driven by acute scarcity and Asian demand, not speculation. Inventories collapse as industrial users hoard metal. Read the full analysis.
Dr Harish Patankar from Pune receives the International Ayurveda Ratna Award at the World Ayurveda Summit in Bengaluru. Read about his contributions and the global event.
Record-high gold prices reshape India's buying habits. Jewellery demand falls 26% as investment in coins and bars rises 13%. Discover the new trends for 2026.
A UP Police woman sub-inspector, caught in a Meerut traffic jam, threatened a young couple in a viral video. She has been attached to police lines as an inquiry begins. Read the full details.
Nifty India Defence index surges 19% YTD. Discover the drivers—record contracts, Atmanirbhar Bharat, exports—and if the rally can sustain in 2026. Get expert stock picks.
Konkani-Marathi writer Mahabaleshwar Sail honoured with Kuvempu National Award 2025 in Kuppalli. Minister announces plans to include Kuvempu's works in school curriculum. Read more.
A high-level committee prepares a detailed SOP for the inventory of Puri Jagannath Temple's Ratna Bhandar, last opened in 1978. RBI experts and goldsmiths to assist. Read the latest updates.
Massive railway infrastructure projects worth ₹12,680 crore are set to transform Nagpur into a modern transport hub, enhancing passenger capacity and convenience. Read about the key upgrades.
Silver prices surge to record highs in 2025, driven by a structural deficit, strong industrial demand, and China's export curbs. Discover the key factors behind the rally.
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
The high-level committee finalizes a phased SOP for the inventory of Puri Jagannath Temple's Ratna Bhandar. The process, to be videographed, aims for completion before the 2026 Rath Yatra. Details inside.
The grand new Cuttack Chandi Temple is nearing completion. The crucial Ratna Muda ritual is scheduled for January 5, with the entire Rs 70-crore project set to finish by Odia New Year. Discover the details.