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Luxembourg-based Indian entrepreneur blames ‘moral bankruptcy’ for his exit, ‘people around me made it hell’. Netizens react
Indian businessman Himanshu Upadhyay, now based in Luxembourg, has stirred online debate after calling life in Noida “hell” due to corruption, pollution, and daily struggles. In a viral post, he blamed “morally bankrupt” surroundings for his decision to leave India, triggering a wave of reactions—ranging from support to criticism—about the true quality of urban life in India.
Railways to run second special train from Jammu's Katra to Delhi today
To assist stranded tourists after the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian Railways will run a second special unreserved train from Katra to New Delhi at 1:30 pm on Thursday, rescheduled from 10:50 am. Like the first train, it will halt at key stations including Udhampur and Ambala.
Pahalgam attack: Railways to run special train from Jammu's Katra to New Delhi at 9:20 pm today
Indian Railways will operate a special train from Katra to New Delhi. This service starts at 9:20 pm on Wednesday. It caters to passengers wanting to shorten their Jammu and Kashmir trip. The train will stop at Udhampur, Jammu, and other key stations. It will reach New Delhi at 9:30 am on Thursday. Additional trains may run if needed.
'Vande Bharat Express to cut Katra-Srinagar journey to just 3 hours': CPRO Northern Railways
The completion of the USBRL project will drastically reduce travel time between Katra and Srinagar to just 3 hours, thanks to the new Vande Bharat Express. Prime Minister Modi is set to inaugurate the train, which includes features like India's first cable-stayed railway bridge and the world's highest rail arch bridge, on April 19.
Steps taken for crowd control at Delhi station; special trains arranged: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that only passengers with reserved tickets can directly enter New Delhi railway station; others will be directed to a holding area for crowd management. Special trains have been arranged, and innovative methods are used to monitor ticket sales live. Extensive preparations ensure smooth travel for Mahakumbh pilgrims.
Railways name members of committee formed to probe stampede at New Delhi Station
Railways named Narsingh Deo and Pankaj Gangwar to head an inquiry into the New Delhi station stampede that killed 18. The committee has ordered securing video footage. The incident occurred due to passengers slipping while descending stairs amid a rush to board trains for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.
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Passenger slipped on stairs at New Delhi Railway Station..: CPRO Northern Railways on NDLS stampede
Chief Public Relations Officer of Northern Railway, Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay on Sunday said that a passenger coming towards platforms 14-15 slipped and fell on the stairs, and many passengers standing behind him were hit, leading to the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station.
Carried bodies on handcarts: Porters recall stampede horror at New Delhi Railway Station
The overnight stampede at New Delhi Railway Station escalated, resulting in 18 deaths as a large crowd gathered for a Prayagraj-bound train. Porters recounted their ordeal of transporting bodies on handcarts amid the chaos. The incident was triggered by people slipping and falling on a footover bridge. The Railways announced compensation for victims' families.
5 of 18 victims of stampede at Delhi railway station died due to traumatic asphyxia: Hospital
A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station resulted in 18 fatalities, with five victims dying from traumatic asphyxia. The incident occurred due to passengers slipping on a footover bridge. Railways have promised compensation for affected families and launched an inquiry. Government officials have expressed condolences, and an investigation is underway.
Eyewitnesses recall Saturday night horror at New Delhi Railway Station post stampede
A stampede at New Delhi Railway Station resulted in 18 deaths, caused by a misinformed announcement about platform changes. The station was overcrowded with passengers heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh, leading to chaos and people being trampled in the rush.
Mahakumbh: New traffic, bathing rules announced for devotees, here's all you need to know
New traffic and bathing guidelines have been issued for the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj to ensure safety and smooth movement. A 'No Vehicle' zone has been implemented, and special Vande Bharat trains are announced for devotees. The Mahakumbh has set a record with over 500 million participants, making it the largest spiritual gathering in the world.
Northern Railway to run Vande Bharat special train for Mahakumbh
Northern Railway has announced the operation of a special Vande Bharat train to facilitate devotees attending the Mahakumbh Mela 2025. Running on February 15th, 16th, and 17th, the train connects New Delhi with Varanasi via Prayagraj to accommodate the massive influx of over 500 million devotees.
Another Onion Express from Nashik arrives in Delhi, one more expected in next two days
An Onion Express train carrying 1,341 tonnes of onions arrived in Delhi from Nashik to combat rising prices. This initiative aims to benefit both farmers and consumers. Another train with a similar quantity is scheduled to arrive within two days. This follows the removal of the minimum export price on onions and previous export restrictions.
India's biggest Cocaine haul worth Rs 6.5 k crore was meant to be distributed at 'four big upcoming music concerts'
Delhi Cocaine Burst: Delhi police's special cell seized Grade-A Colombian cocaine worth over Rs 6,500 crore in the international market in the biggest-ever drug bust in north India. Four key cartel members were arrested. The raids are ongoing. The drugs were stored in a godown and intended for concerts in Delhi, Mumbai, and Goa. Efforts to nab the kingpin in Dubai are underway.
Railways served show cause notice to Olympic wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Sept 4: Officials
Northern Railway officials confirmed that wrestler Vinesh Phogat was served a show cause notice on September 4, 2024, regarding her potential joining of the Congress party. The notice was issued due to service rule violations for government employees. Officials denied claims that the notice was given after her resignation.
FPIs infuse Rs 12,170 crore in equities in Jun on hopes of policy reform continuation, eco growth
Staging a strong comeback after general election results, foreign investors pumped Rs 12,170 crore in Indian equities so far in June, mainly driven by expectations of continued policy reforms and sustained economic growth.
FPIs turn cautious, pull out Rs 13,000 cr from Indian stocks in Jan
They pulled out over Rs 24,000 crore from equities during January 17-19. Before this, FPIs made a net investment of Rs 66,134 crore in December and Rs 9,000 crore in November.
FPIs turn cautious, pull out Rs 13,000 cr from Indian stocks in Jan
Foreign investors have adopted a cautious approach this month in the Indian markets, offloading domestic equities worth Rs 13,000 crore in the first three weeks of January 2024. They pulled out over Rs 24,000 crore from equities during January 17-19. Before this, FPIs made a net investment of Rs 66,134 crore in December and Rs 9,000 crore in November.
FPIs infuse Rs 4,800 crore in equities in first week of Jan on strong economic confidence
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) continued their buying spree and poured close to Rs 4,800 crore in the Indian equity markets in the first week of January driven by confidence in the country's robust economic fundamentals.
FPIs invest Rs 26,505-crore in Indian equities in December
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) injected Rs 26,505 crore into the Indian equity markets in the first six trading sessions of this month on expectations of political stability after the BJP stormed to power in three major states and robust economic growth. Going forward, FPI inflows are likely to continue, V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Financial Services, said.
FPIs invest Rs 26,505 crore in Indian equities in just 6 trading sessions
Kislay Upadhyay, the founder of FidelFolio Investments, attributed the FPI inflows to the outcome of major state elections that signalled political stability going forward..
Two coaches, engine of Suhaildev Express derail at Prayagraj station in UP, no casualty reported
"The train started from the station and two wheels of the engine went off the track. Two coaches behind the engine also got derailed. However, no casualty was reported," Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO), North Central Railway (NCR), said.
FPIs take out Rs 9,800 cr in Oct on rise in US bond yields, geopolitical uncertainties
Before the outflow, FPIs were incessantly buying Indian equities in the last six months from March to August and brought in Rs 1.74 lakh crore during the period.
Senior official who won VRS case against Railways given 'punishment posting', alleges employees' unions
A chief divisional train controller who won a VRS case against the Railways in July has been transferred to Mathura, sparking opposition from employees' unions. The unions claim that the transfer is an act of vendetta, as Mathura does not have a train control office. The North Central Railway (NCR) zone defended the transfer, stating that postings are subject to requirements in different departments.
Take corrective measures to improve punctuality of trains: Railway Board to North Central Zone
"Board desires that NCR should take corrective measures for punctual running of trains, closely monitor punctual running of mail express trains from point to point, control assets failures and improve rectification time of failures so that punctuality losses are minimised," it added.
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Exodus over as is lockdown, but many migrants struggle to get life back in order
One year later, the lockdown that had caught them by surprise is over and many migrants who had lost their jobs have made it back to towns and cities but life is akin to the proverbial square peg in a round hole. An uneasy fit.
Finally! World's worst air emerges as an election issue in India
India has been struggling to contain a deadly haze that killed an estimated 1.24 million citizens in 2017.
BJP can’t disown its Frankenstein monster: Congress on Sadhvi link
The Congress on Monday mounted a scathing attack on the BJP, linking the party directly with Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur and others arrested for the recent Malegaon blasts which left six dead.
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