India's First Elevated Railway Terminal Proposed in Yelahanka
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
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Buxar Station to Become Major Junction with Rs 30 Lakh Upgrade
Buxar railway station, Bihar's gateway, is undergoing a major Rs 30 lakh upgrade to add two new platforms and modernise tracks. This will boost train handling capacity and improve connectivity to Patna and Ghazipur.
Railway Board Official Inspects Varanasi's Banaras Station
Railway Board EDCC Shailendra Singh inspected Banaras Railway Station, directing staff on maintenance, future development, and commercial management. Read the full report.
Kolkata Opens Borough Counters for Birth, Death, Domicile Certificates
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches special counters at borough offices to help senior citizens & physically challenged individuals get birth, death & domicile certificates, easing SIR hearing process. Read more.
HC Notice to Punjab, Haryana Over Old Age Home Delay
Punjab & Haryana High Court issues contempt notice over states' failure to build old age homes in every district as per 2007 law. Next hearing on Feb 10, 2026.
Hyderabad Sees Disturbing Rise in Elderly Abandonment
Telangana Human Rights Commission takes action on multiple cases of senior citizens deserted by families. Learn about the legal gaps and the urgent need for stronger welfare enforcement.
Railway Safety Check in Varanasi During Foggy Weather
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Student, Unidentified Man Killed Crossing Tracks in Tiruvallur
A 17-year-old pharmacy student and an unidentified man died after being hit by trains near Kadambathur station. Locals blame lack of safe crossing despite decade-long demands.
No Proposals for Second Bengaluru Airport: Centre
The Centre confirms no proposals for a second Bengaluru airport under GFA policy. AAI's site studies are with the state. BIAL's 150km exclusivity clause remains key until 2033. Read the full details.
Pune's Athashri Forest Trails Wins 5-Star Senior Living Award
Paranjape Schemes' Athashri Forest Trails in Pune secures the prestigious 5-Star Best Senior Living Award at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2024-2025. Discover this premier retirement community's success.
38 Railway Projects Worth Rs 89,780 Crore Sanctioned for Maharashtra
The Centre has sanctioned 38 crucial railway projects worth Rs 89,780 crore for Maharashtra, boosting connectivity and infrastructure. Read about the key routes and economic impact.
Elderly Tour Group Alleges Rude Police Behaviour at Hill Palace
A group of senior citizens from a Kottayam care home cancelled their museum visit after alleged rude behaviour by police. They have filed a complaint with the CM's office.
Manipal Hospital Hosts Senior Premier League for Active Ageing
Manipal Hospital Millers Road in Bengaluru successfully hosted the Senior Premier League, a unique sports event for seniors aged 60+, promoting fitness and community. Discover how they're redefining healthy ageing.
Axis Bank, Max Life & Khyaal Partner for Mumbai Seniors
Axis Bank, Max Life Insurance, and Khyaal collaborate to enhance retirement readiness for senior citizens in Mumbai through integrated financial and wellness services. Learn about this innovative partnership.
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.
Nagpur NMC Polls: Home Voting Demand for Elderly, Disabled
Nagpur political parties push for home voting for 80+ & disabled in NMC polls. Municipal Commissioner forwards proposal to State Election Commission for final decision. Read more.
HC Issues Notices in Senior Citizens' Property Dispute
Rajasthan High Court takes up case of elderly couple alleging illegal property transfer by son. Notices issued to state govt. Read the full story.
Senior citizen faces rude behaviour at Valsad railway station
A 75-year-old retired lawyer from Mumbai faced repeated rude treatment from officials at Valsad railway station while trying to buy a ticket. She filed a formal complaint 24 days later, demanding action. Read the full story.
SWR Ticketless Travel Up 10%, Bengaluru Division Tops List
South Western Railway detects over 7.7 lakh ticketless travel cases Jan-Nov 2025, a 10% jump. Bengaluru division sees highest violations. Officials cite increased checks and passenger volume.
DPR Soon for Pathankot-Jogindernagar Rail Gauge Conversion
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Lok Sabha that survey for Pathankot-Jogindernagar gauge conversion is done. DPR is being prepared. He also detailed the massive strategic Bilaspur-Manali-Leh rail project. Read for full details.
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.
SHRC: Expand Vayomitram to All Grama Panchayats
Kerala's Human Rights Commission recommends extending the Vayomitram scheme for seniors to all local bodies and lowering the age limit. Read about the financial hurdles and proposed solutions.
Multiple groups protest at Belagavi's Suvarna Vidhana Soudha
Sixteen organisations staged protests at Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi, submitting memorandums on issues from deed writers' rights to senior citizen welfare. Ministers accepted demands, promising CM's attention.
Mysuru Railway Revenue Up 21% in Ticket Checking Drive
South Western Railway's Mysuru division reports a major surge in revenue from ticket checking, with Rs 89.4 lakh collected in Nov 2025 alone. Read how intensified enforcement is curbing unauthorized travel.
MP, Heritage Activists Push to Save Prayagraj's Historic Railway Buildings
MP Praveen Patel leads high-level meeting with Railway Board officials to preserve Prayagraj's 165-year-old railway heritage. Key proposals include adaptive reuse and accurate documentation.
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.
Kochu Veli Station Upgrade Leaves Passengers Wanting More
Southern Railway completes phase of Kochu Veli station redevelopment with lifts & pit lines. Passengers demand ticket counters, shelters, more train stops to decongest Central. Read more.
LDA Shifts 'Second Innings Homes' Project from Gomtinagar
Lucknow Development Authority moves senior housing project from Virajkhand due to high-tension power lines. New locations under consideration. Read for details.
National Lok Adalat in Haveri Courts on December 13
Haveri's National Lok Adalat on Dec 13 aims to resolve pending cases via compromise. Get court fee refunds & 50% fine concessions on MV Act cases. Save time and money.
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