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Indian Railways, Malda Town to Gomati Nagar train: Indian Railways (IR) has introduced second Amrit Bharat Express train for West Bengal. This new train will run between Malda Town and Lucknow (Gomati Nagar). Amrit Bharat Trains, Malda Town to Lucknow Amrit Bharat Express: Indian Railways (IR) has introduced second Amrit Bharat Express train for West Bengal. This new train will run between Malda Town and Lucknow. The state's first Amrit Bharat train runs between Malda Town and SMVT Bengaluru. The Malda Town to Lucknow Amrit Bharat Express train was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 18 (Friday). Malda Town to Lucknow Amrit Bharat Express: Route, Distance, Travel Time, Train Number The Malda Town to Lucknow (Gomati Nagar) Amrit Bharat Express will cover a distance of 941 km in 20:15 hrs. This will be the fastest train on route followed by Malda Town-New Delhi Express and Farakka Express. The Malda Town-Lucknow Amrit Bharat Express will run as train number 13435. On the other hand, the Lucknow-Malda Town Amrit Bharat Express will run as train number 13436. Malda Town-Lucknow-Malda Town Amrit Bharat Express: Stoppages During its journey between Malda Town and Lucknow (Gomati Nagar), the Amrit Bharat train will stop at 23 stations enroute. These are - New Farakka, Barharwa, Sahibganj, Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur, Sultanganj, Jamalpur, Abhaipur, Kiul, Sheikpura, Waris Aleganj, Nawadah, Tilaya, Gaya, Dehri On Sone, Sasaram, Bhabua Road, DD Upadhyaya, Varanasi, Jaunpur, Shahganj, Ayodhya Dham and Ayodhya Cantt. Story continues below this ad Also Read | PM Modi flags off four new Amrit Bharat trains from Bihar - check routes, timings Malda Town to Gomati Nagar Amrit Bharat Express: Frequency, Speed The Malda Town to Lucknow Amrit Bharat Express train will run on Thursday only. Meanwhile the Lucknow-Malda Town Amrit Bharat Express train will run on Friday only. The train can run at a maximum speed of 130 kmph. Also Read | Patna to Delhi Amrit Bharat Express train: Check travel time, ticket price, time table, stoppages Malda Town to Gomati Nagar Amrit Bharat Express: Ticket Price The Malda Town to Gomati Nagar Amrit Bharat Express train will have Sleeper Class and General Class coaches. To travel in Sleeper Class coaches between Malda Town and Gomati Nagar, the ticket price is Rs 540. Malda Town to Gomati Nagar Amrit Bharat Express: Timetable The Malda Town to Gomati Nagar Amrit Bharat Express train will begin its journey at 19:25 hrs from Malda Town and will reach Gomati Nagar at 15:40 hrs. On its return journey, the Gomati Nagar-Malda Town Amrit Bharat Express train will depart at 18:40 hrs to reach Malda Town at 16:40 hrs.
Lucknow, December 3: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Tuesday, emphasized that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's emphasis on using the term "Divyang" and respecting their sentiments has inspired persons with disabilities to advance in life and various fields with dignity. He highlighted that whenever Divyangjans have been given opportunities, they have consistently demonstrated their exceptional talents and abilities. Speaking at a state-level award ceremony at Lok Bhavan on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Chief Minister celebrated the achievements of Divyangjans and reaffi ...Read More >
Kareena Kapoor Khan brought a deeply personal and touching element to her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi by requesting him to write a heartfelt message for her two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan, who were unable to attend the event. A memorable highlight from the gathering showcased Kareena watching intently, her expression radiating pride and warmth, as the Prime Minister inscribed a note dedicated to her children, affectionately called "Tim and Jeh."Kareena Kapoor Khan added ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 8 (ANI): The anti-terror squad (ATS) of Maharashtra has arrested 60 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants across the entire state in the year 2024. In December 2024 alone, the ATS managed to arrest 43 Bangladeshi nations residing illegally. In 2025, to date, four cases have been filed against the illegal Bangladeshi nationals and six accused have been arrested. Most Bangladeshis have been arrested from Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi To Inaugurate, Lay Foundations for Projects Over INR 2 Lakh Crore in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam T ...Read More >
PRAYAGRAJ, India (AP) -- Millions of Hindu devotees, mystics and holy men and women from all across India flocked to the northern city of Prayagraj on Monday to kickstart the Maha Kumbh festival, which is being touted as the world's largest religious gathering. Over about the next six weeks, Hindu pilgrims will gather at the confluence of three sacred rivers -- the Ganges, the Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati -- where they will take part in elaborate rituals, hoping to begin a journey to achieve Hindu philosophy's ultimate goal: the release from the cycle of rebirth. Here's what to know abo ...Read More >
Belagavi (Karnataka) [India], December 13 (ANI): Karnataka Legislative Council LoP Chalavadi Narayanaswamy on Friday expressed support for the 'One Nation, One Election' and questioned the opposition's protests against the proposal. Narayanaswamy said that 'One Nation, One Election' will ease the government's financial burden and reduce election costs, urging everyone to support the initiative. Also Read | Telangana Handcuffing Controversy: Tribal Farmer Taken To Sangareddy Hospital in Handcuffs by Police, CM Revanth Reddy Orders Inquiry (Watch Video). Speaking to ANI, Chalavadi Narayanaswa ...Read More >
New Delhi, January 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the new BJP government will probe all corruption cases against the 'AAPda' government to bare its 'kuccha chittha' (dubious deals) and vowed to rid the city of 'loot aur jhooth ki Aapda' (disaster of lies and loot). Addressing an election rally in Dwarka ahead of the February 5 Assembly polls, PM Modi said after the BJP government is formed, an Assembly session will be called to table the CAG report to expose the financial lapses of the 'AAPda' government. "Jinhone Dilli ko loota hai, unhe lotana hi parega (Those who have ...Read More >
Smart India Hackathon 2024: The Smart India Hackathon 2024, designed to unite the nation's brightest young talent in solving real-world problems presented by major government ministries, is scheduled to take place from December 11 to 15. This is the seventh edition of the Smart India Hackathon, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over this on Wednesday. More than 54,000 entries were received, and out of that, 1,300 teams (comprising over 10,800 participants) were selected to compete in figuring out the answers to 254 problem statements. Notably, most of the entries came from Tier 2 a ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the government is committed to providing every facility to the devotees visiting Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh. Ahead of his visit to Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday, PM Modi said that he will take stock of the works related to the Maha Kumbh and also inaugurate and launch multiple development projects. PM Modi Prayagraj Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi To Arrive in Prayagraj Today To Launch Development Projects Worth Around INR 5,500 Crore. "Along with making the Maha Kumbh of faith divine and grand, we are committed to providi ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday slammed former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal over the quality of Yamuna water, saying no work had been done in Delhi over the past 10 years. He also accused Kejriwal of resorting to cheap politics to cover up his failures. "For the last decade, Kejriwal has forced the people of Delhi to drink contaminated water," Saini said. Chief Minister Saini, while presenting water samples from both Haryana and Delhi to the media at Yamuna Ghat in Wazirabad, emphasised the significant ...Read More >
Punjab News: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Monday that the Indian Railways has allocated ₹5421 crore to enhance railway infrastructure in Punjab. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Monday that the Indian Railways has allocated ₹5421 crore to enhance railway infrastructure in Punjab. The announcement, made via video conferencing, highlighted that this year's funding is 24 times higher compared to the period between 2009-2014. The minister revealed that 30 Amrit Stations are being developed in Punjab at a cost of ₹1122 crore, while 34 Amrit Stations are ...Read More >
Heavy rains across Tamil Nadu have led to school closures in several districts, including Chennai, on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, predicting moderate rains and light thunderstorms in parts of the state. Rainfall figures show significant precipitation in multiple areas. Meanwhile, Northern India braces for a cold wave beginning December 9, with the IMD forecasting plunging temperatures in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.Schools acros ...Read More >
Hours after Atul Subash's wife Nikita Singhania, her mother Nisha and brother Anurag were arrested for allegedly abetting the suicide, the Bengaluru techie's father, Pawan Kumar Modi has questioned where Atul's four-year-old son is and said the family was worried about him. Modi thanked the police for arresting the woman and her family members. However, he said, "We don't know where she has kept our grandson. Has he been killed or is he alive? We don't know anything about him. I want my grandson ...Read More >
Agartala, Jan 31 (VOICE) Tripura has 73 per cent reserve forest cover and absorb huge carbon from the atmosphere, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said, adding that keeping this in mind, the state government has sought 20 per cent devolution of taxes in the forests and ecology category to the 16th Finance Commission, which is now visiting the state.The 16th Finance Commission headed by its Chairman Arvind Panagariya arrived in Tripura on Wednesday on a four-day visit to the state and held a series of meetings with the Tripura council of ministers headed by the Chief Minister. The Commission ...Read More >
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Modi and the Union Cabinet for approving 3 multitracking projects of the Railway Ministry worth Rs 7 thousand 927 crore. Chief Minister Yadav said that the state is making rapid progress under the able leadership of Prime Minister Modi, due to the increasing network of railways in the state, and transportation for the people of the state has also become fast and easier. The people of the state are grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for the continuous new developments and contri ...Read More >
Uber has launched India's first Shikara ride on Srinagar's Dal Lake, offering a unique and scenic experience. This new service allows passengers to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the lake while riding in a traditional Shikara boat. Booking is easy through the Uber app, with rides available daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. This initiative aims to boost tourism in the region while providing locals with a new way to experience the lake. With Uber's entry into the Shikara market, visitors can now enjoy a blend of modern convenience and traditional charm on Dal Lake. ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, while addressing representatives of the Brahmin community from across the state at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, said that the state government would celebrate the birth anniversary ofLord Parshuram in a grand manner at the government level. In addition, in response to the demand from Brahmin community representatives for the formation of a Brahmin Welfare Board, the Chief Minister assured that prominent members of the society would be inv ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), considered the richest civic body in the country, tabled its budget of Rs 74,427 crore for 2025-26 at its headquarters in Mumbai on Tuesday. The additional municipal commissioners presented the budget to BMC commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, the state-appointed administrator. BMC is currently run by an administrator since the term of the corporators ended on March 7, 2022. This is the third year of the budget being presented to the administrator, in deviation from the norm where the municipal commissioner presents the budget to the standing co ...Read More >
New Delhi, November 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the government at the Centre has strengthened the spirit of the Constitution over the last 10 years. Addressing the Constitution Day celebrations at the Supreme Court, PM Modi highlighted that in the last 10 years, more than 53 crore bank accounts were opened, more than 4 crore pukka houses were given and more than 10 crore free gas connections were given. "In the last 5-6 years, by providing tap water facilities in more than 12 crore houses, the government made the lives of citizens easy, particularly of women," he sai ...Read More >
Cybercrime is quickly increasing in India, with reports surfacing daily about victims losing large sums of money to scammers. These scammers often use tactics like threatening a "digital arrest" to instill fear and pressure individuals into transferring money. They typically operate from foreign countries to evade capture by law enforcement. The Indian government, including Prime Minister Modi, is actively raising awareness about these scams. Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued a warning to the public regarding international fraud calls. They advised people to be caut ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 15 (ANI): A friendly cricket match between Parliamentarians under Rajya Sabha Chairman XI and Lok Sabha Speaker XI is being played at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium on Sunday. BJP MP Anurag Thakur captained Lok Sabha Speaker XI while Union Minister Kiren Rijiju led Rajya Sabha Chairman XI. The friendly affair has been named 'TB Mukt Bharat awareness cricket match'. Speaking to ANI, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju says, "Several of our MP colleagues have come here. With the mantra of fitness...this event has been scheduled to fill people with vigour through sports. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jan 31 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party, accusing it of stalling Delhi's development while treating the city as its "political ATM" to fund its ambitions in other states and using the "looted" money for its own publicity. Addressing a public rally in Dwarka here, he urged people to vote for the BJP in the Assembly polls and allow him to serve them. Modi stressed that Delhi does not need a confrontational government but one that works in coordination with the Centre. The prime minister urged voters to elect a "double-engine go ...Read More >
Mumbai: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Thursday that he held discussions on cabinet expansion with union home minister Amit Shah, party national president J P Nadda, and the party national general secretary B L Santhosh on Wednesday night. Fadnavis was on a two-day visit to Delhi days after being sworn in as chief minister. He met President Draupudi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, defence minister Rajnath Singh and union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari. He also presented five different ...Read More >
The Assam government is all set to make 'Lakhpati Didis' out of 30 lakh self-help group members by pumping an annual business of Rs 30,000 crore. The ambitious plan is part of the roadmap prepared by the Assam Panchayat and Rural Development for a period extending to 10 years. At present, approximately 8.5 lakh women will earn Rs 1 lakh per year by themselves through business under the Lakhpati Didi vision. According to Ranjeet Kumar, the minister for Panchayat and Rural Development in Assam, th ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jan 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday dismissed the allegations by AAP convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal against BJP's New Delhi Constituency candidate Parvesh Verma as"'nonsense" and a result of his "growing frustration". Kejriwal had alleged that Verma, as part of the BJP's campaign, was involved in distributing money and setting up job camps under the 'Har Ghar Naukari' initiative to solicit registrations. Talking to IANS, Puri said: "Why is Arvind Kejriwal talking about Parvesh Verma? He has already claimed that an NGO from ...Read More >
West Bengal [India], February 5 (ANI): At the 8th edition of the Bengal Global Business Summit 2025, Bhutanese Minister Younten Phuntsho emphasised the importance of the summit as a platform for strengthening the collaboration between India and Bhutan. Addressing the audience, he said, "For Bhutan, this summit is an opportunity to further deepen our (India-Bhutan) collaboration and identify strategic areas where our shared aspirations align. There are several key areas where we can forge even stronger partnership - first is tourism, we invite investors to explore opportunities in wellness tou ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday expressed her sorrow over the havoc wreaked by Cyclone Fengal in south India including Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Offering her condolences to those who lost their loved ones, Vadra appealed to the Congress workers to work with the administration in relief work amid the crisis. "Deeply saddened by the devastation caused by Cyclone Fengal in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. My prayers are with those who have lost loved ones and those facing immense loss and hardship. I appeal to all Congress workers to join hands with ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has issued a notice in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the alleged unlawful construction of Urban Extension Road II through the village pond land in Goyla Khurd, located in the Southwest District of Delhi. The construction, which took place between 2018 and 2024, is visible in Google satellite images and raises concerns about the loss of natural resources crucial for environmental sustainability, especially as the city grapples with pollution, heatwaves, groundwater depletion, and climate change, plea stated ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Undeterred by the backlash over land acquisition for his Pharma Village project in Lagacherla, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has unveiled plans for another ambitious project -- the "Future City." He aims to acquire 30,000 acres of land to establish a world-class urban development that he claims will rival global cities like New York, Tokyo, and Singapore. Speaking at the MAUD Vijayotsavalu on Monday, Reddy revealed that 15,000 acres of land had already been identified in Mucherla, Begarikancha, and neighboring areas. He proposed using an additional 15,000 acres of forest ...Read More >
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced government measures against cyber and telecom fraud. A new system prevented ₹4,000 crore in fraud and saved ₹10 lakh in public funds. An app disconnected 2.75 lakh fraudulent phone numbers, and caller ID software blocked 25-30 crore calls in two months. Scindia acknowledged the ongoing challenge of misuse alongside technological advancements.Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday highlighted various measures taken by the government to addr ...Read More >
Gurgaon: As the Union Budget 2025-26 approaches, affordable housing remains a critical expectation for the real estate sector. Once a flourishing segment, affordable housing -- homes priced under Rs 40 lakh -- faced a sharp downturn in recent years. According to industry data, the share of affordable housing in total sales dropped to 18% in 2024 from 38% in 2019. Similarly, its share in the total housing supply across the top seven cities declined from nearly 40% in 2019 to just 16% in 2024. This steep fall highlights the urgent need for interventions to revive the segment, which struggled ...Read More >