India's political landscape is ablaze with activity! From the ongoing debates surrounding the new farm bills and their impact on rural India, to the upcoming state elections shaping the national narrative, the stakes couldn't be higher. Key political figures are maneuvering strategically, with alliances shifting and power dynamics constantly in flux. The opposition's challenge to the ruling party is intensifying, sparking vigorous debates on crucial policy matters including economic reforms and social justice initiatives. Parliamentary proceedings are filled with heated exchanges, reflecting the deep divisions within the nation. This evolving political climate directly impacts the lives of every Indian citizen, influencing everything from economic opportunities to social welfare programs. Stay informed about the latest developments in Indian politics, from crucial legislative decisions to grassroots movements, by exploring Abtak.com for in-depth analysis and breaking news updates. Understanding the intricacies of our political system is crucial; stay engaged, stay informed, and stay ahead.
Mizoram Railway Line Inauguration: Today, September 13, marks a historic day for Mizoram as the state is set to get rail connectivity with the rest of the country. Rajdhani Express train launch: Today, September 13, marks a historic day for Mizoram as the state is set to get rail connectivity with the rest of the country. With the inauguration of the Bairabi-Sairang railway line and introduction of Rajdhani Express train between Sairang and Anand Vihar Terminal, the long-cherished dream of direct train connectivity between Aizawl and New Delhi - the two capital cities - becomes a reality. Sairang Rajdhani Express Inaugural Run Mizoram's first Rajdhani Express will commence its inaugural run today. The Sairang-Anand Vihar Terminal Rajdhani Express will run as train number 02507. During its inaugural run, the Sairang Rajdhani Express train will cover a distance of 2,512 km in around 42 hours. This will be the only train on the route. The train will run via Guwahati. Also Read | Sairang (Aizawl) to Delhi Rajdhani Express: Check train number, route, travel time, stoppages, timings, ticket price Story continues below this ad Aizawl Rajdhani Express Route On its inaugural run today, the train number 02507 Sairang-Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT) Rajdhani Inaugural Special will stop at 18 stations. These are: Bairabi, Hailakandi, Badarpur, New Haflong, Hojai, Guwahati, Rangiya Junction, Barpeta Road, New Bongaigaon, New Coochbehar, New Jalpaiguri, Malda Town, Sahibganj Junction, Bhagalpur, Jamalpur Junction, Patna Junction, Pt Deen Dayal Upadahyaya Junction and Kanpur Central. Also Read | Railways set to roll out new Rajdhani Express train after six-year gap - check route Sairang to Delhi Rajdhani Express: Commercial Operation The commercial operation of train number 20507 Sairang-Anand Vihar Terminal Rajdhani Express will begin on September 19. On the other hand, train number 20508 Anand Vihar Terminal-Sairang Rajdhani Express will commence its commercial run on September 21. Sairang to Anand Vihar Terminal Rajdhani Express: Ticket Booking Begins The ticket booking for Sairang to Anand Vihar Terminal Rajdhani Express train has started. One can book the train ticket at both: Online and Offline mode. Story continues below this ad The Aizawl-Delhi Rajdhani Express train will have three types of coaches: AC 3 Tier (3A), AC 2 Tier (2A) and AC First Class (1A). The ticket price for travelling in an AC 3 Tier between Sairang and Anand Vihar Terminal is Rs 3625. For AC 2 Tier, this comes up to Rs 4820. The ticket price for travelling in AC First Class is Rs 7890 for the entire route.
Malda (West Bengal) [India] July 4 (ANI): The Additional District and Sessions Judge of the 2nd POCSO Court in Malda, West Bengal, rendered a sentence of life imprisonment to the defendant in a case involving rape. The accused identified as Rafikul Islam aka Bhelu sentenced to life imprisonment with a fine of Rs. 50,000/- for committing rape on a minor girl below 12 years of age. The case pertaining to the rape of a minor girl aged around 9 years was registered by CBI, by taking over the investigation of FIR dated June 5, 2021 of PS Manickchak, Dist Mandela in compliance to the orders dated ...Read More >
Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], September 12 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mizoram on Saturday, North East Frontier Railway CPRO KK Sharma said that the Bairabi Sairang Railway Project would be the first to connect Aizawl with other parts of the country, fulfilling the dreams of the people. Speaking to ANI, KK Sharma said, "PM Modi is bringing a gift for the people of Mizoram. This new railway line will be the first to connect Aizawl with other parts of the country. He is also bringing a gift of three trains for the people of Mizoram, which will include the Rajdhani Expres ...Read More >
Imphal (Manipur) [India], September 13 (ANI): Elaborate security arrangements have been made in Manipur's Imphal ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit on Saturday. The city is all decked up to welcome him. Visuals from accross the state capital showed extensive deployment of police and security personnel. PM Modi is on a three-day tour of five states -- Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar -- from September 13 to 15. During the visit, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones of projects worth Rs 71,850 crore. According to a release from the Prime Minister's Offic ...Read More >
Aizwal (Mizoram) [India], September 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday dedicated Mizoram's first railway line, the Bairabi-Sairang express to the nation, highlighting how the line will be a "lifeline of transformation" by helping people avail better services and local businesses will get access to the rest of the country. "This is not just a railway connection, but it is a lifeline of transportation. It will revolutionise the lives and livelihoods of people of Mizoram. Farmers and businesses of Mizoram can reach more markets across the nation," PM Modi said. Also Read | Natio ...Read More >
Guwahati: After relentless rain for almost a week, showers in worst flood-affected northeastern states, Assam and Manipur, finally receded to deficient level over the last 24 hours. The number of flood affected population in Assam has declined by more than one lakh, with the number down to 5.6 lakh on Thursday as compared to 6.79 lakh on Wednesday, according to a report from Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA).However, ASDMA confirmed two more death in the last 24 hours. While a child succumbed to the flood in Hailakandi, a man died of similar cause in Sribhumi, taking the total ...Read More >
New Delhi (India) June 30 (ANI): In a move aimed at streamlining fare structures and enhancing the financial sustainability of passenger services, the Ministry of Railways has rationalised the basic fare of Passenger train services, effective from 01 July 2025. The revised fares are based on the updated Passenger Fare Table issued by the Indian Railway Conference Association (IRCA), the railways said in a release. As per the release, no change in Suburban single journey fares and Season Tickets (for both suburban and non-suburban routes). The fare hike varies across different classes and tra ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch multiple development projects worth several thousand crores and address public meetings in Bihar and West Bengal on Friday. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 7,200 crores in Bihar's Motihari. He will also unveil multiple development projects worth over Rs 5,000 crores at Durgapur in West Bengal. In Bihar, Mr Modi will lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation development projects catering to rail, road, rural development, fisheries, el ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The Indian equity indices opened lower on Friday as heavyweights like Axis Bank and Bharti Airtel were among the top losers in the BSE benchmark. At 9.25 am, Sensex was down 171 points or 0.21 per cent at 82, 087 and Nifty was down 35 points or 0.14 per cent at 25, 075. In the Sensex pack, M&M, Tata Steel, Power Grid, L&T, UltraTech Cement, Infosys, Tata Motors, BEL, NTPC, TCS, Trent and Maruti Suzuki were top gainers. Axis Bank, Bharti Airtel, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tech Mahindra , HDFC Bank, Eternal (Zomato), HUL, Sun Pharma, Bajaj Finance, ICICI Bank, Titan and Bajaj Finserv ...Read More >
Aizawl, Sep 13 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Mizoram's first railway line and flagged off the state's maiden Rajdhani Express connecting Aizawl with Delhi. The Rs 8,070-crore Bairabi-Sairang railway line, considered one of the most challenging in Indian Railways' history, was sanctioned in 2008-09 and construction began in 2015. The line includes 45 tunnels, 55 major bridges and 87 minor bridges. Bridge No 144, near Sairang, is taller than Qutub Minar at 114 metres. It is the tallest pier railway bridge in the country, an official of the Northeast Frontier Railw ...Read More >
New Delhi: PM Narendra Modi will visit Aizawl, Mizoram, on 13th September and will lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 9,000 crore. The projects will cater to multiple sectors, including railways, roadways, energy, and sports. In order to achieve world-class infrastructure and last-mile connectivity, PM Modi will inaugurate the Bairabi-Sairang New Railway Line, which has been constructed at a cost of over Rs 8,070 crore. Built in hilly areas, the rail line has 45 tunnels constructed under complex geological conditions. Additionally, it also includes 55 maj ...Read More >
Aizawl: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday dedicated Mizoram's first railway line, the Bairabi-Sairang Express, to the nation, highlighting how the line will be a "lifeline of transformation" by helping people access better services and giving local businesses connectivity to the rest of the country. "This is not just a railway connection, but a lifeline of transportation. It will revolutionise the lives and livelihoods of people of Mizoram. Farmers and businesses of Mizoram can reach more markets across the nation," PM Modi said. Due to adverse weather, PM Modi addressed the gathering ...Read More >
Guwahati: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Bairabi-Sairang new railway line, valued at over Rs 8,070 crore, linking Mizoram's capital to the Indian Railways network for the first time. Mr Modi however failed to reach Aizawl due to inclement weather condition so inaugurated the projects virtually from Mizoram's Lengpui Airport, and addressed the gathering. Expressing his gratitude for warmth and affection of the people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "From today, Aizawl will be on India's railway map... Overcoming many challenges, including difficult terrain, this ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India] June 6 (ANI): The flood situation in Morigaon district of Assam has shown a slight improvement, but the district is still struggling, with 117 villages remaining submerged on Friday. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the floodwaters have affected over 5.60 lakh people across 19 districts in the state. Also Read | Ahmedabad Horror: Woman Alleges Dowry Harassment by In-Laws, Accuses Husband of Forcing Her To Watch Porn and Engage in Unnatural Sex; FIR Registered. Earlier, it was reported that the flood situation in Assam has reached a ...Read More >
Guwahati: The flood situation in Assam improved marginally on Friday, with the affected population decreasing to over 4.43 lakh from over 5.6 lakh on Thursday, due to a reduction in rainfall in the state.The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), in its daily bulletin, said 18 districts -- Cachar, Nagaon, Sribhumi, Hailakandi, Kamrup, Hojai, Dibrugarh, Bongaigaon, Morigaon, Darrang, Golaghat, Dhemaji, Goalpara, Sonitpur, Biswanath, Lakhimpur, Jorhat, and Kamrup (M) -- are currently reeling under floodwaters.The Brahmaputra is flowing above the danger level in lower Assam's Dhubri d ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], September 13 (ANI): Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and commitment to Mizoram as he inaugurated the Bairabi-Sairang rail line, worth over Rs 8,070 crore. Addressing the public meeting in Aizawl, he acknowledged the challenges in building the Bairabi-Sairang railway line, which includes 45 tunnels and 55 bridges. He said, "Today, Mizoram's capital gets railway connectivity. I congratulate all of you, gathered in thousands, on this great historic day. The Bairabi-Sairang railway line was a very challengin ...Read More >
GUWAHATI: The flood situation in Assam improved further on Friday following a decline in the rains. No death was reported in the state during the past 24 hours but one person was reported missing. Manipur reported three deaths which took the Northeast flood and landslide toll to 53. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), 4,43,560 people across 18 districts are still affected by the floods in Assam. Over 40,000 of them were taking shelter in relief camps. Cropland remained affected in areas of 16,558.59 hectares. The affected districts were Cachar, Nagaon, Sribhu ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], July 18 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to poll-bound Bihar, state BJP President Dilip Jaiswal stated that the Prime Minister will dedicate projects worth over 7,000 crores to the public. Jaiswal asserted that the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Bihar development will prove to be a milestone in themselves. Whenever the Prime Minister has visited the state, he has brought great gifts for Bihar development... Today too, the Prime Minister will dedicate projects worth over 7,000 crores to the public. The efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Mo ...Read More >
PM Modi Bihar Visit Live: Flagging off Amrit Bharat trains and launching gas, rail, and power projects in Bengal During his Durgapur visit, PM Modi will flag off four new Amrit Bharat trains to improve regional rail connectivity. These routes include Rajendra Nagar (Patna) to New Delhi, Bapudham Motihari to Anand Vihar (Delhi), Darbhanga to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar), and Malda Town to Lucknow via Bhagalpur. The trains are part of the government's push for a modern, efficient railway network. Modi will also lay the foundation for the Rs 1,950 crore BPCL City Gas Distribution project in Bankura an ...Read More >
Aizwal (Mizoram) [India], September 13 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Mizoram's first railway, the Bairabi-Sairang, which will ensure connectivity of the northeastern state to the rest of India. During the inauguration, Railway Minister Ashiwini Vaishnaw highlighted the engineering marvel of constructing such a line in the challenging Himalayan region. Also Read | 'India Committed to Peace and Prosperity': PM Narendra Modi Wishes Sushila Karki on Becoming Nepal's Interim Prime Minister. He also highlighted how PM Modi started the "Act-East policy" an upgrade fro ...Read More >
Aizawl (Mizoram) [India], September 13 (ANI): Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Saturday lauded the Centre for the Bairabi-Sairang railway line and called it a "powerful symbol" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to the development of North-East India. PM Modi inaugurated the Bairabi-Sairang rail line worth over Rs 8,070 crore, along with the Sairang railway station. Also Read | National Lok Adalat To Be Held Across India Today To Settle Civil, Criminal Cases. Addressing a public meeting in Aizawl, the Chief Minister said, "Today is a historic day for our state. We are deeply ho ...Read More >
Aizawl: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, September 13, 2025, inaugurated Mizoram's first-ever railway line and flagged off the state's maiden Rajdhani Express, linking Aizawl with Delhi. The Bairabi-Sairang railway line, built at a cost of Rs 8,070 crore, is considered one of the most challenging projects in the history of Indian Railways. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Sanctioned in 2008-09, construction of the line began in 2015. The railway route features 45 tunnels, 55 major bridges, and 87 minor bridges, highlighting the engine ...Read More >
Silchar: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday visited the flood-ravaged districts of Hailakandi and Sribhumi in the Barak Valley. He assured affected residents of providing timely disbursement of rehabilitation grants and swift repair of damaged infrastructure.This marks Sarma's second visit to the flood-hit region within four days, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Speaking to the media in Sribhumi after inspecting multiple relief camps, the CM said, "Flood-related problems may persist till July. I will return before Durga Puja to ensure that roads and infrastructure ar ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar and West Bengal on Friday, where he will launch a range of developmental projects worth over Rs 12,200 crore. After giving a major thrust to infrastructure development in both states, PM Modi will also address public gatherings in Motihari (Bihar) and Durgapur ( West Bengal), respectively. The projects, amounting to over Rs 7,200 for Bihar and over Rs 5,000 crore for Bengal, will be unveiled, with an aim to elevate the region's connectivity and infrastructural growth. PM Modi in Bihar The Prime Minister ...Read More >
Bareilly (UP), Jul 17 (PTI) A teacher from Bahedi district, who went viral recently after reciting a poem mentioning Kanwar Yatra, approached the police on Thursday stating a threat to his life from anti-social elements. A case has been registered at Bahedi police station based on a complaint from Dr Rajneesh Kumar Gangwar, a teacher at MGM Inter College in the district. According to Circle Officer Arun Kumar Singh, Gangwar's complaint says that ever since his recitation of the poem 'Tum Kanwad Lene Mat Jana, Gyaan Ka Deepak Jalaana' (You don't go get Kavad, light the lamp of knowledge inste ...Read More >
NEW DELHI/BATHINDA: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Friday conducted searches at 22 de-addiction centres across Punjab, including in Chandigarh, Barnala and Ludhiana, after its investigation revealed illegal sale of drugs by these centres. The agency also searched a premise in Mumbai linked to the accused.Dr Amit Bansal, who runs these 22 centres, is prime accused in the case, sources said. Bansal, against whom Punjab Police has registered multiple FIRs, is alleged to be engaged in illegal sale of drugs from his de-addiction centres.Privately-run drug de-addiction centres in Punjab are ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested one of the Directors of a chit fund firm, Kolkata, West Bengal, against whom a Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) was issued last month by the Special Judge (CBI) in the Tripura chit fund case. The CBI on Monday arrested Partha Samaddar, one of the Directors of the accused chit fund firm M/s Himangini Infracon India Ltd, Kolkata, West Bengal, against whom an NBW was issued by Special Judge (CBI), West Tripura, Agartala on July 22 (2025) in ...Read More >
Aizawl, Sep 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation and inaugurated multiple development projects worth over Rs 9,000 crore virtually in Mizoram on Saturday. He also inaugurated the 51.38-km Bairabi-Sairang railway project and three new trains. As part of his two-day visit to the Northeast, PM Modi arrived in Aizawl on Saturday morning. However, he could not reach Lammual Ground in Aizawl from Lengpui Airport by helicopter due to heavy rain. He flagged off three trains -- Sairang-Anand Vihar (Delhi) Rajdhani Express (weekly), Kolkata-Sairang-Kolkata Express (tri- ...Read More >
Ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Durgapur, West Bengal, on Saturday to launch and inaugurate development projects worth over ₹5,000 crore. Key initiatives include the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum's ₹1,950-crore City Gas Distribution project in Bankura and Purulia, and the inauguration of the ₹1,190-crore Durgapur-Kolkata gas pipeline under the PM Urja Ganga scheme. In run upto 2026 assembly polls, during Prime Minister's visit to Bengal ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a three-day visit from September 13 to Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal and Bihar to launch multi-crore infrastructure projects, participate in the birth centenary celebrations of Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika and attend the Combined Commanders' Conference. The PM's tour will begin at Aizawl in Mizoram, where he will lay foundation stones and inaugurate development projects worth over Rs 9,000 crore catering to a host of sectors, includin ...Read More >