Manali Atal Tunnel Traffic Chaos Explained
A massive 8-hour traffic jam paralyzed the Atal Tunnel in Manali. Discover the causes, official response, and lessons for managing this vital Himalayan route.
A massive 8-hour traffic jam paralyzed the Atal Tunnel in Manali. Discover the causes, official response, and lessons for managing this vital Himalayan route.
Dibrugarh District Disaster Management Authority held a mock flood drill at Tingkhong Matikota to test response systems ahead of monsoon. Read how agencies and locals prepared.
Tea workers in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley halted operations in a one-hour strike, demanding a wage hike from Rs 250 to Rs 351. The ACMS warns of a total shutdown if demands are ignored. Read more.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pushes for Pune's underground 'Paatal Lok' tunnel network to solve traffic woes. Pre-feasibility report ready for the Rs 32,000 crore project, including Yerawada-Katraj link.
Uttarakhand govt plans a 7-km twin-tube tunnel linking Chaumasi to Sonprayag for Kedarnath, aiming for 2026 completion. This major infrastructure upgrade will enhance safety and year-round access.
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Assam's Morigaon district early Monday. Tremors felt across Northeast India and neighbouring countries. No injuries or property damage reported so far.
The Indian government plans a 7-km twin-tube tunnel and a ropeway to Kedarnath, aiming to slash travel time and enhance safety for pilgrims, with numbers expected to hit 40 lakh by 2040.
Israeli military uncovers and demolishes a significant 2-kilometer-long Hamas attack tunnel in northern Gaza. Discover the operation's details and its strategic impact on the ongoing conflict.
Assam enhances disaster response with 40 new high-speed, Japanese-technology inflatable rescue boats for SDRF. These boats, costing Rs 6.65 lakh each, can rescue 8-10 people at once, boosting flood rescue capabilities.
India approves a groundbreaking 15.8 km twin-tube underwater tunnel under Brahmaputra. It will slash travel time from 6.5 hours to 30 mins, boosting defence & NE connectivity. Read more.
Golaghat police conducted simultaneous anti-poaching raids in key wildlife habitats, including Diffloo Pathar and Brahmaputra sandbars, to combat illegal hunting. Read the full story.
India's bullet train project achieves a major breakthrough with the completion of its first mountain tunnel in Palghar. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces the 2027 launch date and details the phased rollout plan for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor.
A major milestone for India's first bullet train! The first mountain tunnel breakthrough on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor has been achieved in Maharashtra's Palghar district. Read the full story.
Assam ushered in 2026 with devotees thronging ancient temples like Kamakhya. The celebrations were tinged with remembrance for the late singer Zubeen Garg, whose music echoed statewide. Read more.
Assam govt to procure a cutting-edge proton therapy machine for cancer care, a first in India's public health system. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces mega infrastructure projects.
Chinese President Xi Jinping confirms the massive $170 billion hydropower project on the Brahmaputra River is progressing. Learn about the strategic implications for India and regional water security.
Despite dense fog and cold, hundreds celebrated New Year's Eve at Dibrugarh's riverbanks. Bogibeel Ghat, Maijan Ghat, and Buridehing spots buzzed with festive energy as locals upheld annual tradition.
In his 2026 New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared Taiwan reunification inevitable and highlighted a major $170B Brahmaputra dam project. Read the full analysis.
A major accident inside a hydel project tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, leaves 60 workers injured after two loco trains collide. Rescue operations are underway.
A major accident inside a THDC tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, leaves 70 workers injured after two trains collide. Rescue operations are ongoing. Read the latest updates.
Cidco achieves a historic first tunnel breakthrough for its Hetawane water supply scheme, set to boost Navi Mumbai's capacity to 270 MLD by 2029. Read about the project's progress and impact.
Unidentified miscreants set fire to Molai Kathoni 2.0, a new forest cultivated by Jadav Payeng and his daughter in Assam's Majuli. The blaze caused extensive damage, destroying bird nests and habitat. Read more.
China inaugurates the 22.13 km Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, a record-breaking engineering feat that slashes travel time across the Tianshan mountains and boosts Belt and Road connectivity. Read more.
Heavy winter fog paralyzed ferry services on the Brahmaputra, stranding over 300 passengers and vehicles for hours. Read about the impact on Majuli's lifeline and official warnings.
India's longest rail-cum-road bridge, the Bogibeel Bridge, completes seven years since its inauguration by PM Modi. Discover how this 4.94-km engineering marvel over the Brahmaputra has revolutionized connectivity and trade in the Northeast.
Adani Group bids Rs 22,267 crore for Bengaluru's Silk Board-Hebbal tunnel, Rs 4,600 crore above estimate. Govt caps its share at 40%, raising questions on toll burden and financial scrutiny.
Kolkata's East-West Metro, featuring India's first transport tunnel under a river, slashes travel time between Howrah and Kolkata. Discover how this engineering marvel is reshaping city life.
PM Narendra Modi held a special Pariksha Pe Charcha session on a Brahmaputra cruise ship in Assam, discussing exam stress with 25 students. The unique event saw over 1 crore registrations nationally.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a unique interaction with students aboard a cruise ship on the Brahmaputra River in Assam, highlighting the region's development and natural beauty. Read more about this inspiring initiative.
PM Narendra Modi's second day in Assam features 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' with students, homage to martyrs, and a major public address. Security heightened along Brahmaputra. Read for details.