165 Turtles Rescued from Howrah Railway Station
Railway Police recover 165 live Indian flapshell turtles in a covert operation at Howrah Station. No arrests made yet. Turtles sent to rescue centre.
Railway Police recover 165 live Indian flapshell turtles in a covert operation at Howrah Station. No arrests made yet. Turtles sent to rescue centre.
Assam groups protest limited stops for India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Guwahati and Kolkata. PM Modi to flag off the service on Jan 17. Read about the connectivity concerns.
A Bagnan block disaster officer resigned as AERO, alleging voter roll errors are a ploy to stop marginalised people from voting. Read the full story on the electoral controversy.
Indian Railways launches the weekly Alipurduar-Panvel Amrit Bharat Express (Train 11032/11031). Offering affordable travel, it connects West Bengal to Maharashtra with 35 stops. Check the full schedule here.
Indian Railways launches the affordable Amrit Bharat Express between Howrah and Delhi's Anand Vihar Terminal. Get train number, route, stoppages, and weekly schedule details here.
Madan Ghosh, 62, died of a cerebral attack after a voter list hearing in Liluah. His family alleges he was harassed for documents, leading to panic. Read the full story.
Thieves loot AC coaches of Jodhpur-Kamakhya Express near Patna. GRP, RPF search on, raising passenger safety concerns. Read details on the security lapse.
NFR conducts eviction drive in Guwahati's BG Colony, clearing 18 illegal structures from land acquired in 1958. Operation carried out under tight security. Read details.
Canada's latest Express Entry draw saw the CRS score drop to 511. Learn about the process, costs, and what this lower cut-off means for skilled Indian professionals seeking permanent residency.
Indian Railways launches its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Kamakhya route. Get details on schedule, 13 stoppages, 14-hour journey, and ticket prices starting at Rs 2,300. Book now!
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches next week, connecting Howrah and Guwahati at 130 kmph. A Make in India marvel, it promises faster, safer travel. Read more.
A 30-year-old cancer patient, Sk Allauddin, was allegedly tied to a lamppost and beaten to death by a mob in Howrah's Bharpara on charges of mobile theft. Police investigation is ongoing.
Thieves targeted sleeping passengers on Jodhpur-Kamakhya Express near Patna, stealing valuables worth over ₹50,000. Read about the security lapses and investigation.
Two people died and two were injured after a pickup van hit a stationary truck on NH-16 near Howrah. Heavy fog is suspected as the cause. Read the full details of the tragic accident.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, launching in January between Howrah and Guwahati, will provide high-quality mill-made linen kits to all passengers for enhanced comfort.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train. The 16-coach train, designed for overnight travel, features modern amenities, Kavach safety system, and will cut travel time by 3+ hours. Get the details!
The makers of 'The Kerala Story' announce sequel 'Beyond The Kerala Story' with a teaser. Releasing Feb 27, 2026, it promises a deeper, more intense narrative. Get all details.
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PM Modi to flag off the new Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train this month, reducing travel time to ~14 hours. Railway Minister announces rollout across all states.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in Delhi. Featuring KAVACH, CCTV & regional cuisine, it will run from Guwahati to Howrah. Read more about this rail revolution.
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.
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.
Trinamool Congress MLA Nandita Choudhary has been summoned by the Election Commission for a hearing in Howrah. The MLA alleges political vendetta ahead of assembly polls. Read the full story.
PM Modi will launch India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, cutting travel time by 3+ hours. The train features fixed fares, regional cuisine & aims to transform overnight travel. Read more.
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.
Indian Railways' first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, a game-changer for overnight travel, will launch in Jan 2026 on the Guwahati-Kolkata route. Discover fares, features, and the PM's flag-off.
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.
Railway officials complete intensive 69-hour restoration work after a goods train derailment near Telwa Bazar Halt. Normal train services resume on the crucial Patna-Howrah route. Read for details on disruptions and restoration.