The Sealdah-bound Kanchanjungha Express collided with a goods train on Monday between New Jalpaiguri and Rangapani stations in West Bengal. The last two compartments of the Kanchanjunga Express, which had started from Agartala, were derailed after being hit by the goods train.
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PM Modi's special message on Eid ul-Adha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended his greetings to the nation on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha and wished for the strengthening of the bonds of harmony and unity in the society.
PM Modi to interact with 50k farmers in Varanasi on Tuesday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with 50,000 farmers in Varanasi during his visit on June 18, BJP's Kashi region chief Dilip Patel has said.
We all will work for the nation, says Rijiju says after meeting Kharge
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday met Congress President and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge for discussions ahead of the coming session of Parliament and asserted that all will work for the betterment of the country.
Manipur Governor apprises President about prevailing situation in the state
Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey on Sunday called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and discussed the situation in the state, officials said adding that the President assured to extend all possible support.
J&K: Trial run begins on world's highest railway bridge in Chenab, rail services to begin soon
In a major advancement towards its 'dream project', the Indian Railways on Sunday conducted the first train trial run from Sangaldan to Reasi, including crossing the Chenab bridge in Jammu and Kashmir -- the highest railway bridge in the world.
India among 12 countries that avoid signing final communique of Ukraine Peace Summit
India on Sunday said that it has decided to "avoid association with the joint communique or any other document" emerging from the two-day 'Summit on Peace in Ukraine' being held at Burgenstock near Lucerne in Switzerland.
Dharavi Redevelopment: 'Land transfer is to Maha govt, not developer Adani Group'
The ongoing Dharavi redevelopment project does not involve any land transfer to Adani Group but it was only to the Maharashtra government's Dharavi Redevelopment Project/Slum Rehabilitation Authority (DRP/SRA).
Amit Shah advises security forces to crush terrorism in J&K at all cost
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Sunday, directed security forces to crush growing terrorism in Jammu division, wipe it out from Jammu & Kashmir and ensure complete security for the upcoming annual Amarnath Yatra.
With over 20 million views, 'Melodi' selfie video breaks Internet
The five-second selfie video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni smiling and waving at the camera is set to become one of the most viewed clips on social media.
PM Modi continues to bat on front foot for Global South in his third innings
The Group of Seven (G7) Summit held in Italy's Apulia on Friday has further solidified India's image as the leader of the Global South, right at the start of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third consecutive term.
PM Modi to release Rs 20,000 crore to farmers during Varanasi visit on June 18
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release over Rs 20,000 crore as the 17th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme at an event in Varanasi on June 8, which will benefit 9.26 crore farmers nationwide, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on Saturday.
PM Modi hails India-Italy friendship after Meloni shares 'Melodi' selfie video
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India-Italy friendship on Saturday, a few hours after his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni shared a selfie video of both leaders taken during the bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Italy's Apulia.
Indian Army prepares for future drone wars with deadly ‘Nagastra-1’
The Indian Army has received the first batch of 'suicide drones' called ‘Nagastra-1’ which can strike enemy training camps and launch pads in border areas with precision and save soldiers’ lives.
Looking forward to working together with all political parties, says Minister Kiren Rijiju
Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Saturday appealed to the newly elected MPs to jointly work together and run the Parliament smoothly
Fresh Raj Bhavan-Bengal secretariat tussle surfaces over swearing-in of newly elected MLAs
A fresh tussle has evolved between the Governor’s House and the state secretariat in West Bengal over the oath ceremony of the two elected Trinamool Congress legislators in the recently concluded bypolls to two Assembly constituencies namely Bhagawangola in Murshidabad district and Baranagar in North 24 Parganas district.
After presenting India's views at G7, PM Modi returns to Delhi
After attending the G7 meeting and holding multiple bilaterals during his day-long visit to Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday returned to Delhi. The PM said that he had a productive day after interacting with world leaders.
India only South Asian country to attend Swiss-hosted Ukraine peace summit
India is the only South Asian country that will attend a Swiss-hosted Ukraine peace summit over the weekend at Switzerland's Buergenstock resort near the city of Lucerne, according to a list of participating states released by the organisers.
Bengal bypolls: Left Front announces candidates for 3 Assembly seats, leaves one for Congress
The CPI-M-led Left Front in West Bengal on Friday announced the names of candidates for three of the four Assembly constituencies that will be going for bypolls on July 10.
India’s rising economic clout makes it key constituent of G7 meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is presently in Italy on his first foreign visit after being re-elected as the PM for the third time in a row to attend the 50th Summit of the G7 countries -- Italy, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the UK, and the US.
Actor Darshan case: Accused offered Rs 1 cr to show heart attack as cause of death in post-mortem report
Startling facts have been emerging ever since the arrest of Kannada superstar Darshan and his associates in connection with the murder of a fan of the actor in Bengaluru recently.
Will forge long-term partnership with Tanzania across infrastructure sectors: Gautam Adani
Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, on Friday said the Adani Group is looking forward to forge a long-term partnership with Tanzania -- one of Africa's most promising and strategically important nations -- across industries including ports, renewable energy, and airports.
Adani Ports strengthens ESG leadership, gains global recognition for climate initiatives
The Adani Group company received the highest rating of "A" for its initiatives in emission reduction, climate governance, supplier engagement, Scope 3 emissions and risk management processes.
Agnipath scheme under review, group of secretaries look to make recruitment more lucrative
As the National Democratic Alliance's allies aired their grievances over the appointment of Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme, the Centre has expressed its willingness to address the "lacunae" and also promised to make amends in the short-term recruitment to the Armed Forces.
Mumbai doctor orders ice-cream online, gets a cone with human finger in it
In a chilling incident, a Mumbai doctor who ordered ice-cream online, was stunned to find what he alleged was a severed piece of a human finger in it, sending officials into a tizzy.