3 hours off-roading, crossing a river, over 100 stairs: Only 18 children study in one of India’s most remote schools in Sikkim. But its facilities may surprise youA remote government school in North Sikkim's Pentong village is defying expectations with its remarkable facilities, despite a challenging ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Centre approves Rs 530 cr for intelligent transport system in ChennaiChennai is set to revolutionize its traffic management with a Rs 500 crore intelligent transport system. Funded by a loan from Japan, the p...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
IRFC OFS subscribed over 1.5x by institutional investors; govt to exercise greenshoe optionThe government’s offer for sale in IRFC received a strong response from institutional investors, with the non-retail portion subscribed 1.8...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.25 PM IST
Man killed on Mumbai local train during fight over keeping doors open amid rainsIn a horrific case, a man aged 22 was fatally stabbed on a Mumbai local train during a heated debate about the train doors being left open ...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Western Railway upgrades key routes for faster trains, eyes 160 kmph on Mumbai-Delhi corridorWestern Railway is significantly boosting train speeds, with several routes set to reach 130 kmph and the Mumbai-Delhi corridor aiming for ...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
IRFC shares tumble 5% as OFS opens for non-retail investors. Here’s what shareholders should knowIRFC shares dipped 5% as the government launched an Offer for Sale, planning to sell a 1% stake at a floor price of Rs 91. This move aims t...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.24 AM IST
Mumbai weather: Orange alert issued as thunderstorms and rain lash financial capital, triggering waterloggingMumbai and Palghar are under an orange alert for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds as the southwest monsoon finally arrived, 13 d...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
India to resume train coach exports to Bangladesh, first shipment since Sheikh Hasina's ouster likely in JulyIndia is set to export a train rake of up to 20 coaches to Bangladesh next month, marking a significant resumption of trade. This shipment,...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
IRCTC Chairman and MD Sanjay Kumar Jain quits; Railways set to appoint interim chiefSanjay Kumar Jain's resignation as IRCTC Chairman and Managing Director has been approved by the Ministry of Railways, effective July 20, 2...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
Europe heatwave closes schools, threatens healthEurope is grappling with a severe heatwave, forcing school closures and travel advisories across Britain, France, Italy, and Spain. France ...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
Railways uses 30% of capex budget in April-MayIndian Railways has impressively achieved nearly a third of its annual capital expenditure target in the first quarter, with over Rs 84,000...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
Indian Railways approves Kavach deployment worth Rs 270 crore on 631 route kmsIndian Railways has approved the installation of Kavach, an indigenous automatic train protection system, on 631 route kilometers of East C...
22 Jun, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
Iran floats ‘Insurance Fees’ and asserts control over HormuzThis development raises concerns for the shipping sector about safe navigation. Iran's new requirements and possible insurance charges coul...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
K2 Infragen bags Rs 158.58 crore railway electrification order from Konkan RailwayIn a landmark achievement, K2 Infragen Ltd has been awarded a prestigious contract worth Rs 158.58 crore by Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd....
15 Jun, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
RVNL, Railtel Corp, Titagarh Rail, other railway stocks rally up to 4% on Rs 16 lakh crore bullet train planRailway stocks including RVNL, Railtel and Titagarh Rail rose up to 4% after the government unveiled a Rs 16 lakh crore plan to develop sev...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Delhi to Siliguri in 6 hours? Railways have a Rs 16 lakh crore bullet train plan to connect major citiesIndia is embarking on a massive high-speed rail project. Seven dedicated corridors are planned, aiming to slash travel times between major ...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Mumbai local train update: 5-hour jumbo block on June 7; services to be cancelled or diverted Between Churchgate and Mumbai CentralWestern Railway will conduct a five-hour jumbo block on Sunday, June 7, 2026, affecting the UP and DOWN Slow Local Lines between Churchgate...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.04 PM IST