Chidambaram: SIR Weakens Democracy, SC Ignores Bengal Issues

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram argues that the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls undermines democratic participation and that the Supreme Court's recent order fails to address the West Bengal government's legitimate concerns.

Cabinet Approves Rs 1 Lakh Crore Urban Challenge Fund

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund to drive market-led urban transformation in India. Central assistance will cover 25% of project costs, with at least 50% funding from the market.

Kinnaur Car Plunge Kills 4, Including Woman and Son

A devastating car accident in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district resulted in four fatalities, including a woman and her son, after the vehicle fell into a deep gorge. Rescue operations were conducted amid challenging terrain.

Railways Safety Spend Triples, Kavach System Deployment Grows

Indian Railways safety expenditure has surged nearly threefold to ₹1,17,693 crore in 2025-26 from ₹39,200 crore in 2013-14. The expansion includes indigenous Kavach train protection across 23,360 km and CCTV surveillance in coaches and locomotives.

PM Modi Launches Major Infrastructure Projects in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated multiple infrastructure projects worth over Rs 5,450 crore in Assam, including a major bridge, IIM Guwahati, a national data center, and electric buses to boost regional development.

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