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Opposition leaders stage protest in parliament against discriminatory Budget

Opposition leaders protested in parliament against the 'discriminatory' Union Budget 2024, criticising the allocation of Rs 15,000 crore to Andhra Pradesh and Rs 26,000 crore to Bihar. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called the budget 'anti-people' and 'directionless', accusing the BJP of making false promises and neglecting areas like Darjeeling. She urged the people to remember this during elections.

Pak national nabbed at Indo-Nepal border in Bengal

Kolkata, July 20: A Pakistani citizen was nabbed by the jawans of the 41st battalion of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), late Friday night, when he illegally crossed over to the Indian territory through the Indo-Nepal international border in Darjeeling district in the northern sector of West Bengal. Two other Nepali citizens by whose car the [] The post Pak national nabbed at Indo-Nepal border in Bengal appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Captain Thapa, Who Died Fighting Terrorists In J&K, Cremated At Ancestral Village In Darjeeling

DARJEELING, July 20: Captain Brijesh Thapa, who was martyred while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda, was cremated with full military honours at his ancestral village in West Bengals Darjeeling district. Slogans of Brijesh Thapa Amar Rahe reverberated in the air as a large number of people gathered to pay their respects to the mortal remains of the officer on Friday. Colonel Bhuwanesh K Thapa (Retd) recalled that his son, a third-generation Army officer, wanted to join the force [] The post Captain Thapa, Who Died Fighting Terrorists In J&K, Cremated At Ancestral Village In Darjeeling appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Slain in JKs Doda Gunfight, Third-Generation Army Captain Thapa Cremated

SRINAGAR: Captain Brijesh Thapa, who was killed while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda, was cremated with full military honours at his ancestral village in West Bengals Darjeeling district. Slogans of Brijesh Thapa Amar Rahe reverberated in the air as a large number of people gathered to pay their respects to the mortal remains [] The post Slain in JKs Doda Gunfight, Third-Generation Army Captain Thapa Cremated appeared first on Kashmir Life .

Darjeeling: People pay last respects to mortal remains of Capt Brijesh Thapa, killed in Doda encounter

The people paid their last respects to the mortal remains of Captain Brijesh Thapa, who lost his life in the Doda encounter, at his native place, Lebong, Darjeeling, on Friday. Four Indian Army soldiers, including Captain Brijesh Thapa, were killed in action during an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda district on Tuesday. []

PM chairs CCS amid spurt in terror attacks in Jammu

NEW DELHI: Amid a spurt in terror attacks in the Jammu region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to assess the situation. Officials gave a comprehensive briefing on the measures taken so far to proactively eliminate the scattered roots of localised terror links and sympathisers. Though no official details of meeting were shared with the media, sources said the aim was to stratagise and bolster security measures in the conflict-torn state. Home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, J&Ks Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and other senior officials in-charge of the security grid were present at the meeting. The officers presented a detailed chart of tactical strategies being used for elimination of localised terror links and neutralising terrorists. Terrorists behind Jammu attacks militarily trained The presentations provided an overview of the current security scenario and focused on ongoing counter-terrorism operations by the armed forces, an official said. Hours before the meeting, two soldiers were injured in an encounter in J&Ks Doda district. Elsewhere in the Keran sector along the Line of Control, the Army foiled an infiltration attempt and gunning down two militants. Modi is learnt to have directed officials to ramp up the deployment of armed forces in areas identified as vulnerable to terror activities. He also directed the intensification of counter-terror operations. Security forces along with the J&K Police have launched comprehensive operations to curb the surge in terror across the region. As part of their intensified effort, many persons suspected of helping or aiding terrorists have been arrested in the last few days. Security forces foil infiltration bid in J-K's Kupwara; 2 terrorists killed The recent spate of terror attacks are also possibly timed to impact the assembly polls that are due in September in J&K, throwing a challenge to the administration. On June 13, Modi had chaired a high level review meeting on J&K after four encounters were reported between security forces and militants. At that meeting, he had directed security officials as well as those at the helm of anti-terror operations to ensure the full spectrum of counter terror capabilities are deployed in the region. Since 2021, as many as 34 soldiers have been killed in J&K while security forces neutralised 40 terrorists during anti-terror operations during the same period. The toll of security personnel laying down their lives in the line of duty in J&K since May this year stands at 13 nine Army personnel and one each from the IAF, CRPF, BSF and J&K Police. Capt Thapas coffin The mortal remains of Captain Brijesh Thapa, who was killed while combating terrorists in Doda, were brought to his hometown in Darjeeling districts Lebong on Thursday

Mortal remains of Captain Brijesh Thapa, killed in action in J&Ks Doda, taken to his hometown in Darjeeling

Captain Thapa had lost his life in the line of duty while undertaking a counter-terrorist operation in Doda.

Slain in JKs Doda Gunfight, Army Captains Mortal Remains Brought To Bengal

KOLKATA: The mortal remains of Captain Brijesh Thapa, who was killed in an encounter with heavily armed militants in Jammu and Kashmirs Doda district, was brought by air to Bagdogra in northern West Bengal on Wednesday. Darjeeling MP Raju Bista, former foreign secretary Harshvardhan Shringla and others paid their respects to the mortal remains of [] The post Slain in JKs Doda Gunfight, Army Captains Mortal Remains Brought To Bengal appeared first on Kashmir Life .

Wrong Interpretation Of Signals Led To Kanchanjunga Express Collision: Report

The accident involving Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train in West Bengal's Darjeeling district last month occurred due to wrong interpretation of signals by the goods train driver, according to a preliminary report accessed by NDTV.

Captain Among 4 Army Soldiers Killed In Doda

Jammu: Four Army personnel, including a captain, were killed in a fierce gunfight with heavily armed militants in Doda district, the third major incident in Jammu region in three weeks. Captain Brijesh Thapa from Darjeeling, Naik Dokkari Rajesh from Andhra Pradesh, and Sepoys Bijendra and Ajay Kumar Singh from Rajasthan suffered fatal injuries in the []

Captain Among 4 Army Personnel Martyred In Doda Encounter, Intense Search For Terrorists Underway

JAMMU, Jul 16: Four Army personnel, including a captain, lost their lives in a fierce gunfight with heavily armed terrorists of Pakistan-based banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The fallen soldiers were identified as Captain Brijesh Thapa from Darjeeling, Naik Dokkari Rajesh from Andhra Pradesh, and Sepoys Bijendra and Ajay Kumar Singh from Rajasthan. The encounter, which took place in the dense forests of Doda district late Monday [] The post Captain Among 4 Army Personnel Martyred In Doda Encounter, Intense Search For Terrorists Underway appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

4 Army personnel killed in Doda encounter, intense search for terrorists underway

Jammu: Four Army personnel, including a captain, lost their lives in a fierce gunfight with heavily armed terrorists of Pakistan-based banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. The fallen soldiers were identified as Captain Brijesh Thapa from Darjeeling, Naik Dokkari Rajesh from Andhra Pradesh, and Sepoys Bijendra and Ajay Kumar Singh Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bengal train crash was 'waiting to happen': Probe

In its probe report into the June 17 accident in West Bengal's Darjeeling district that left 10 persons dead, including the loco pilot of the goods train, the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) also recommended implementation of the Automatic Train-protection system (KAVACH) on top priority.

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Disciplinary action initiated against Kolkata CP, DCP for 'maligning' Raj Bhavan

Kolkata: The Union Home Ministry has initiated disciplinary action against Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal and a DCP for allegedly maligning the office of the West Bengal Governor by promoting and spreading canards, a central government official said. The Union ministry action came after Governor CV Ananda Bose submitted a report to it regarding Goyal and Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner (DCP) Central Indira Mukherjee, alleging that they were functioning in a manner which is completely unbecoming of a public servant, he said. Bose's report, submitted to the Home Minister in late June, highlighted issues such as Kolkata Police officers preventing victims of post-poll violence from meeting the Governor despite his permission. The Union Home Ministry has initiated disciplinary action against the IPS officers based on a detailed report by Bose, the official told PTI. Copies of the letter were sent to the state government on July 4. The Governor also accused other police officers, posted at the Raj Bhavan, of promoting and encouraging concocted allegations by a woman employee during April-May 2024, the official added. These IPS officers through their acts have not only tarnished the office of the Governor but also functioned in a manner which is completely unbecoming of a public servant. They have conveniently chosen to ignore the Conduct Rules, he added. In his report, Bose mentioned Kolkata Police's alleged new practice of issuing identity cards to Raj Bhavan staff and frisking them upon entry and exit, despite objections from the Governor's office. Preventing a delegation of victims of violence from various parts of West Bengal, accompanied by Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, from meeting Bose and subsequently detaining them is an affront to the Constitutional authority of the Governor, the official said. The official noted that it was troubling that the victims had to move court to meet the Governor. Referring to the Kolkata Police's otal silence on Bose's June 13 directive to remove the police contingent from Raj Bhavan, the official said, it was seen as defying orders. Since mid-June, Kolkata Police posted at Raj Bhavan unilaterally set up a 'security mechanism' without the Governor's knowledge and consent, effectively placing the entire establishment under 'arrest' and 'watch', he said. Bose's report also mentioned that a preliminary internal inquiry found allegations of sexual molestation against him by a former Raj Bhavan employee to be part of a pre-written script. Kolkata Police Commissioner and Indira Mukherjee formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) with unusual speed and continued media briefings to create a false impression that the Governor could face criminal proceedings, the report said. The report also alleged that Goyal and Mukherjee were instrumental in promoting another 'complaint' from January 2023. It was reported that Kolkata Police registered a 'zero FIR' at a local police station and transferred the case to New Delhi. On June 17, 2024, the alleged complainant publicly said she had nothing against the Governor and wanted to withdraw it. However, Kolkata Police did not allow her to do so, the official said. Bose had written to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee requesting action against Goyal and Mukherjee, but no steps were taken, nor was there any communication from her office. Bose also referred to his recent visit to Siliguri to meet victims of Chopra violence, questioning the conduct of some officials in the state. Their conduct is not per the All India Services rules and protocol manuals. The state government was duly informed. However, in flagrant violation of protocol, the Darjeeling DM and Siliguri Police Commissioner did not call on the Governor. Unfortunately, this was not a one-off incident. There have been several similar cases of such lapses in the past, he said. When contacted, Goyal said he had no information about the Union Home Ministry's action. I have no information about this. If anything has come, it must have gone to the state government, Goyal told PTI. Mukherjee echoed Goyal's statement, saying she had not received any information about the matter. Calls to state Home Secretary Nandini Chakraborty went unanswered.

Bengal train mishap: Injured assistant loco pilot shifted to Assams Maligaon

Kolkata, June 28 (IANS) Manu Kumar, the assistant loco pilot of the goods train that collided with Kanchanjunga Express earlier this month in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal has been shifted to Assam for continuing medical treatment purposes. Kumar was undergoing treatment at a private nursing home in Siliguri. Although a senior railways official []

Bengal rail mishap: Assistant loco-pilot of goods train yet to give full statement

Kolkata: Timely submission of the final probe report in the Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision earlier this month in Darjeeling district by the Commissioner of Railway Safety has become uncertain, as the assistant loco pilot of the goods train is still not in a shape to give his full statement. The accident, which took place near Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Siliguri Strikers women's team signs off maiden Bengal Pro T20 League with thrilling win

Siliguri Strikers women's team signs off maiden Bengal Pro T20 League with thrilling win The Siliguri Strikers women's team wrapped up their inaugural Bengal Pro T20 League campaign with a nail-biting win over Smashers Malda at the Jadavpur University campus ground in Salt Lake. In a match filled with excitement, the Siliguri Strikers women's team, led by Priyanka Bala, triumphed over Smashers Malda by a narrow margin of 2 runs. This victory marked their final game in the Bengal Pro T20 League, ensuring they ended the season on a high note. The Siliguri Strikers had several close encounters throughout the league, often falling just short of victory. However, they displayed remarkable determination in their last match, securing a thrilling win. Reflecting on the team's performance, Rishabh Bhatia, owner of the Siliguri Strikers said, I'm incredibly proud of our team's performance, especially in our maiden campaign. The girls showed great spirit and determination. While we faced some tough matches, ending the season with a win is a testament to their hard work and dedication. In the final game, the Siliguri Strikers set a target of 128/4 in their allotted 20 overs, thanks to crucial contributions from Priti Mondal, Samayita Adhikari, and Priyanka Bala. Chasing 129, Smashers Malda came close but ultimately fell short, despite a valiant 48-run effort from Piyali Ghosh, losing by just 2 runs. Meanwhile, the Siliguri Strikers men's team won two matches before ending their campaign. The Strikers' season saw them clinch two victories, with significant contributions from key players like skipper Ritwik Roy Chowdhury, pacer Akash Deep, and batter Tarun Godara. In their maiden campaign, Siliguri Strikers represented Siliguri and other catchment areas such as Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, and Kalimpong. Fans were excited to see their favourite players take the field in the tournament. The Bengal Pro T20 League which was conceptualized on the lines of the IPL involving eight franchise teams in both the men's and women's categories, enthralled fans with some impressive performances from the Siliguri Strikers players. (ANI)

After consecutive defeats, footballer Bhaichung Bhutia quits politics

Indian football icon Bhaichung Bhutia on Tuesday announced that he was quitting politics, following his defeat in the recently held assembly elections in Sikkim. Bhaichung, the vice president of the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF), lost to SKM's Rikshal Dorjee Bhutia in the Barfung seat, which marked his sixth electoral defeat. He joined politics in 2014 when the ruling TMC in West Bengal named him as its candidate for the Darjeeling Lok Sabha seat. In 2018, he took the plunge into the political arena of his state by forming the Hamro Sikkim Party. Last year, he merged his party with the Pawan Chamling-led SDF. Firstly, I would like to congratulate Mr PS Tamang and the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) for winning the assembly elections. The people of Sikkim have given them a resounding mandate and I hope the SKM govt will work to fulfil their promises and take Sikkim to greater heights across all sectors, he said in a statement. After the 2024 election results, I have had the ...

Travel tips: If you are looking for the right destination to visit, these 10 hill stations will be the perfect location

The most important thing to enjoy travelling is your correct planning and the first thing that is done in this is the choice of the place that can make your trip memorable. India is a country where places to visit change in every season. In such a situation, it is right to visit according to the weather. This time is very good to visit hill stations where the monsoon is coming to an end. Apart from visiting with friends and family, hill stations of India are also considered to be very romantic places to visit with a partner. Let us know which hill stations can be visited. Manali Situated between the snow-clad slopes of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges, Manali is one of the most popular hill stations in the country. The enchanting views, lush green forests, flower-adorned meadows, beautiful lakes, mist in the air pine mountains, and the constant scent of freshness further enhance the beauty of Manali. From museums to temples, from small hippie villages to tourist-filled roads, from river adventures to trekking trails, Manali remains the first choice among tourists. Ooty Ooty is located in the southern part of India. Ooty is famous all over the world for its natural scenery and tea plantations. Ooty is located at an altitude of about 2,240 meters above sea level. People often like to come here during the summer holidays. By the way, you can visit Ooty in 2-3 days. This hill station of Tamil Nadu is located among the Nilgiri hills. This place is suitable for spending your memorable time in summer. Shimla Shimla is located in Himachal Pradesh. It is the best place to visit with friends and family on and honeymoon trip. Shimla is one of the major tourist and popular hill stations of North India. The beauty of Shimla is the mountains and rivers. You can go trekking with your partner and enjoy the views of Shimla and you can also visit Shimla Mall Road. Shimla is situated at an altitude of 2200 meters above sea level. One of the best places near Shimla is Kufri where it snows in the winter season. This city attracts a large number of tourists every year due to its natural environment. Coonoor It is located a short distance from Ooty. Coonoor is a small town settled on the Nilgiri mountain in a small area, which is surrounded by winding hills, and tea and coffee plantations on all sides. The toy train runs from Coonoor to Ooty, which is convenient and entertaining for tourists. During the train journey between Coonoor and Ooty, very beautiful views can be seen along with the Cantonment area of Wellington.> > The places worth seeing here include Heritage Train, Sim Park, Wellington Golf Course, Dolphin Nose, Highfield Tea Factory, Lamb Rock and Drug Fort. Darjeeling Darjeeling is also called the Queen of Hills. Darjeeling is included in the list of top tourist destinations in India. Tourists keep coming here throughout the year. There are many places to visit in this beautiful place, but it is not possible to cover all the places in a limited time. Darjeeling is located at an altitude of 2134 meters above sea level. Darjeeling is famous all over the world for its tea gardens. It is said that the tea here is something else. If you go to Darjeeling, then definitely enjoy Darjeeling tea. The maximum temperature in Darjeeling during the summer season is around 25 C. Shillong Meghalaya means the home of clouds. Every worry of life ends after coming here. Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, is the most beautiful hill station in India. It is called the Scotland of the East. Shillong has the highest waterfall in the world which people from all over the world come to see. Nestled between the beautiful Khasi hills, this place is also the home of India's famous blues man, Lau Majow (singer and guitarist). There are many places to visit in Shillong like Elephanta Falls, Shillong View Point, Lady Hydari Park, Wards Lake, a Golf Course, a Museum, a Catholic Cathedral, an Archery, and an Anglican Cemetery Church. Dalhousie Dalhousie is a beautiful hill station in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated on five hills. It was the best summer retreat for soldiers and officers of the British Empire. There are some bungalows and churches here which provide a wonderful view. These exhibit Scottish and Victorian architecture. Ancient art, temples, culture, and handicrafts have been preserved here by a single dynasty that lasted till the mid-6th century. During summer, the temperature of Dalhousie ranges from 15 C to 30 C. Landsdowne Landsdowne is an offbeat destination of Uttarakhand. This place is full of tourists throughout the year. Here you can also enjoy activities like trekking, strolling, sightseeing and boating. This place is best to spend some memorable moments with family or friends. People living in Delhi-NCR can easily visit here in 4-5 days. Lansdowne is in Uttarakhand, 260 km from Delhi. Spending time with family in beautiful valleys can prove to be a fun weekend. You will like the beautiful views here. Matheran Located amidst the Sahyadri range on the Western Ghats, Matheran is a very beautiful and small hill station located at an altitude of 2600 feet above sea level and is just 100 km from Mumbai. You can also spend your weekend here with your friends, family or partner. Matheran is the smallest hill station in the whole of India, but still, it is counted among the most beautiful hill states of India. Ladakh Ladakh is a place in India where there is a continuous flow of tourists throughout the year. Ladakh is very famous for road trips. During winters, the entire area is covered with snow, but in June-July there is almost no snow, but the beauty here is worth seeing. Many places in Ladakh can surprise you with their beauty. Ladakh is a very calm and beautiful place. If you want to visit a place for summer, then Ladakh must come. (PC: Lifebuoys)

Manipur man arrested from Bengal, rhino horn seized

Kolkata, June 24 (IANS) A man from Manipur was arrested from the Naxalbari area in West Bengals Darjeeling district and a rhinoceros horn weighing 1.25 kilograms was recovered from his possession. The arrested person has been identified as Ajit Kumar Singh. The accused was arrested in a joint operation by the officials of the state []

Kanchanjunga accident: ECR halts issuing of T/A 912, urges cautious driving

The East Central Railway has directed station masters in its area not to issue the note that authorises train drivers to cross signals in case of failure of the automatic signalling system, days after the Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision in another zone killed 10 people. The decision to suspended the issuing of the T/A 912 written authority letter was taken at a safety meeting of the East Central Railway (ECR), according to a circular issued by the zone on June 21. On June 17, the goods train rammed into the passenger train in West Bengal's Darjeeling District that falls under the Northeast Frontier Railway zone. Drivers of both trains had been issued the T/A 912 as the automatic signalling on the Ranipatra station-Chattar Hat Junction was defective, officials had said. While the Railway Board in its initial response had said the now-deceased goods train was over-speeding, driver unions have claimed there is no speed restrictions mentioned on the note and its member was

WB Accident | Initial Probe Blames Lapses By Goods Train Crew, Jalpaiguri Divisions Operating Dept

NEW DELHI, June 20: The initial probe into the June 17 Kanchanjunga Express accident has suggested there were lapses by the operating department of the New Jalpaiguri Rail Division and the crew of the goods train that hit the passenger train. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp At least 10 people were killed, including the passenger trains guard and the pilot of the goods train after it rammed into the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengals Darjeeling [] The post WB Accident | Initial Probe Blames Lapses By Goods Train Crew, Jalpaiguri Divisions Operating Dept appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

WB train accident: Probe blames lapses by goods train crew, operating dept

The initial probe into the June 17 Kanchanjunga Express accident has suggested there were lapses by the operating department of the New Jalpaiguri Rail Division and the crew of the goods train that hit the passenger train. At least 10 people were killed, including the passenger train's guard and the pilot of the goods train after it rammed into the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling district on Monday. The collision occurred near Rangapani station, 30 km from New Jalpaiguri station, causing four rear compartments of Kanchanjunga Express to derail due to the impact by the goods train's locomotive at 8.55 am, the official said. Soon after the accident, Railway Board chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha had said the collision took place because the goods train disregarded the signal. The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) has started a probe into the cause of the accident. The railways also set up a probe team of six senior officials who have filed the

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Signal Failure and Speed Lapses: The Truth Behind the Kanchanjunga Express Tragedy

Signal Failure and Speed Lapses: The Truth Behind the Kanchanjunga Express Tragedy The initial probe into the June 17 Kanchanjunga Express accident has highlighted significant lapses by the operating department of the New Jalpaiguri Rail Division and the crew of the goods train involved in the tragedy. At least 10 people, including the passenger train's guard and the pilot of the goods train, were killed when the latter rammed into the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling district on Monday. The collision near Rangapani station, 30 km from New Jalpaiguri station, caused four rear compartments of the Kanchanjunga Express to derail due to the impact at 8.55 am. Following the accident, Railway Board chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha announced that the collision occurred because the goods train disregarded the signal. The Commissioner of Railway Safety has commenced a detailed investigation into the accident's cause. A probe team of six senior rail officials has filed preliminary findings, pointing to signal violations and speed restriction breaches by the goods train driver. However, a dissenting note from one official blamed the operating department for failing to safeguard the route between Ranipatra and Chattar Hat Junction.

Bengal rail accident: GRP forms 6-member SIT to conduct parallel probe based on passengers complaint

Kolkata, June 19 (IANS) The Government Railways Police (GRP) on Wednesday announced the formation of a six-member special investigation team for an independent probe in the Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision in West Bengals Darjeeling district on Monday, based on a complaint filed by a passenger of the train. Superintendent, GRP, Siliguri, S. Selvamurugan, said that []

Indian Youth Congress Holds Candle March in Wake of Kanchanjunga Express Tragedy

Indian Youth Congress Holds Candle March in Wake of Kanchanjunga Express Tragedy On Tuesday, the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) organized a candle march to honor the victims of the tragic Kanchanjunga Express train accident in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The candlelight vigil witnessed participation from numerous IYC workers, who paid homage to the deceased passengers. IYC President Srinivas BV highlighted the alarming frequency of rail accidents in the country, stating that 1,117 such incidents have occurred over the last decade, resulting in significant loss of life and property. The fatal collision, involving a stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train, resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, including the pilot and guard of the passenger train. The impact caused four rear compartments of the express train to derail, leaving 41 passengers injured.

WB train mishap: 6 trains run by NFR cancelled, several diverted

Guwahati: Six trains operated by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) were cancelled on Tuesday, June 18, while others were diverted owing to the train mishap near New Jalpaiguri in the Darjeeling district on Monday. On Monday morning, a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express, leaving at least 11 people dead and many injured. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bengal train accident: Six trains run by NFR cancelled, several diverted

Guwahati, June 18 (IANS) Six trains operated by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) were cancelled on Tuesday while others were diverted owing to the train mishap near New Jalpaiguri in Darjeeling district on Monday. On Monday morning, a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express, leaving at least 11 people dead and many injured, []

Centre 'destroying' railways: Congress demands Vaishnaw's resignation; poses 7 questions

NEW DELHI: Accusing the government of destroying Indian Railways, the Congress on Tuesday demanded Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's resignation in the wake of the Kanchanjunga Express accident and said that he has no moral right to remain in the position. The opposition party also took a swipe at Vaishnaw for reaching the accident site riding pillion on a motorcycle, asking whether he is a rail minister or a eel minister. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said whenever there is a train accident, Modi government's railway minister reaches the spot under the glare of cameras and behaves as if everything is fine. Narendra Modi ji, tell us who should be held accountable, the Railway Minister or you? the Congress chief asked. Kanchanjungha Express accident: Signal had been defective since 5.50 am, says a railway source Kharge posed seven questions to the government and demanded answers. After a major accident like Balasore, why was not even a single kilometer of the much-hyped Kavach anti-train collision system added, he asked. Why are nearly 3 lakh posts vacant in the Railways, why were they not filled in the last 10 years? According to the NCRB (2022) report, 1,00,000 people have died in rail accidents between 2017 and 2021 alone! Who will take responsibility for this? the Congress chief asked. The Railway Board itself has admitted that the long working hours of loco pilots due to acute shortage of manpower are the main reason for the increasing number of accidents, he said and asked why were the posts not filled. In its 323rd report, the Parliamentary Standing Committee had criticised the Railways for the 'neglect' shown by the Railway Board towards the recommendations of the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS). It was underlined that the CRS investigates only 8%-10% of accidents, why was the CRS not strengthened? Kharge asked. According to the CAG, why was 75% funding reduced in the 'Rashtriya Rail Suraksha Kosh' (RRSK), while Rs 20,000 crore was to be made available every year, he asked. Centre talks about bullet trains, but fails to provide safety: AAP Why is this money being used by railway officials on unnecessary expenses and comfort facilities, Kharge further asked. Why has travelling by train in the common Sleeper Class become very expensive? Why has the number of Sleeper Coaches been reduced? The Railway Minister recently said to use police force against the people 'overcrowding' rail coaches. But does he not know that 2.7 crore people had to cancel their tickets last year due to abysmal shortage of seats -- a direct result of Modi government's policy to reduce coaches? Kharge said. Did the Modi government merge the railway budget with the general budget in 2017-18 to avoid any kind of accountability, he asked. Self-glorification will not undo the criminal negligence perpetrated by the Modi government on the Indian Railways! Accountability needs to be fixed at the top, Kharge said in his post on X. Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters here, Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said the Railways is perhaps the most preferred mode of transport as far as the middle class, lower middle class and the poor are concerned simply because it is the most economical means of transportation. She showed pictures of the Balasore train accident last June and of Monday's accident, and asked what had changed between this period. Shrinate said that as many as 1,117 railway accidents had taken place since 2014-23, which means an accident every three days. These accidents have resulted in loss of life and property, she added. Who is going to take the moral responsibility for this? We have seen the railway ministers in the past own up moral responsibility and resign from their position of power. Bengal train mishap: 9 dead as Kanchanjunga Express rams into goods train But here we have a minister who does not miss an opportunity even in the time of plight and tragedy to make reels. He is not the rail minister, he is the reels minister of India, Shrinate said. Even when he (Vaishnaw) went to Darjeeling and went to the accident site, he rode pillion on the bike without a helmet so that he is better captured in the video. Is that what's your priority? Shrinate asked. She said the Kavach protection that the government had touted had failed the country. What explains the 3,12,000 vacancies in the Indian railways. What explains the 21 per cent vacant positions for loco pilots, she asked. On whether the Congress demands Vaishnaw's resignation, Shrinate said, Without a doubt. A government that is sensitive and accountable will fix accountability for every minister and every department. What explains 1,117 rail accidents in nine years from 2014 to 2023. Who is accountable for that? What did Ashwini Vaishnaw do to not just modernise but make the railways secure from June last year in Balasore to June this year? Unless you will not fix responsibility, unless you will not fix accountability, how should people trust governance, how should people know they will be safe while travelling in railways, Shrinate said. Absolutely, without a doubt, without blinking an eyelid, Ashwini Vaishnaw has no moral authority to remain in the position that he continues to enjoy, she said. Shrinate said the railways is the lifeline of India but today there remains a doubt in the mind of every traveller as to whether they or their dead body will reach the destination. This record has been established by Narendra Modi and his government, she said. The reality is that this government has left no stone unturned to destroy the Indian Railways.

Tragedy in Darjeeling: Train Accident Claims 10 Lives

Tragedy in Darjeeling: Train Accident Claims 10 Lives A tragic train accident in Darjeeling, West Bengal, has resulted in the loss of 10 lives, an official confirmed on Tuesday. Eight bodies were initially brought to the state-run North Bengal Medical College and Hospital (NBMCH) following the accident on Monday morning, with two additional victims succumbing to their injuries during treatment. Among the deceased was a six-year-old girl who was admitted in critical condition. Dr. Sandip Sengupta, dean of student affairs at NBMCH, stated, 'The girl had fractures in her legs and a liver-spleen injury. She died while undergoing treatment.' In total, thirty-seven people were admitted to the hospital after the accident. 'Three persons are in the trauma care unit and have undergone surgery. Several patients have fractures, while most sustained superficial injuries. Our primary goal is to send them home in good health, and our team is working tirelessly,' Sengupta added. The accident occurred when a goods train collided with the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani, approximately 30 km from the New Jalpaiguri station in Siliguri, on Monday morning.

Bengal train mishap: Death toll rises to 11, child succumbs to injuries

Kolkata, June 18 (IANS) The death toll in the Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision in West Bengals Darjeeling district has risen to 11, said officials. Eleven-year-old Sneha Mondal, a passenger of the Kanchanjunga Express, was admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit of North Bengal Medical College & Hospital (NMCH) at Siliguri on Monday. Officials said []

Bengal train mishap: GRP to start probe based on plaint by passenger

Kolkata, June 18 (IANS) The Government Railway Police (GRP) will start an independent investigation in the Kanchanjungha Express-goods train collision in West Bengals Darjeeling District on Monday, based on a complaint filed by a passenger on the ill-fated train. It is learnt that the passenger filed a complaint stating that human error led to damage []

Kanchenjunga Express mishap: Train services resume at Darjeeling accident site

Bengal train mishap: Death toll rises to 10, Kanchanjunga Express returns to Sealdah

Kolkata, June 18 (IANS) The death toll in the Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision in West Bengals Darjeeling district has risen to 10, said officials, adding that the train has returned to Sealdah. A senior official from the state administration confirmed that a passenger of the Kanchanjunga Express, who was injured in the mishap and was []

9 die, 41 hurt in West Bengal train collision

New Delhi: In a grim reminder of the Balasore tragedy that claimed 296 lives last June, nine persons were killed and 41 injured today after a goods train rammed into the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express from behind in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. Among the deceased were the pilot of the goods train and the guard of [] The post 9 die, 41 hurt in West Bengal train collision appeared first on Northlines .

Human Error In Bengal Train Accident? What Railway Board Boss Said

Prima facie findings into the Kanchanjunga Express accident in West Bengal show that the goods train violated speed restrictions it had to follow given the defective automatic signalling system on the section and rammed into the stationary passenger train while over-speeding, the Railway Board said on Monday. Seven passengers and two railway staffers were killed and 41 injured in the accident that occurred on the Ranipatra Railway Station (RNI)-Chattar Hat Junction (CAT) stretch in the state's Darjeeling district in the morning.

9 perish as goods train rams into Kanchanjunga Express

Anti-collision system not in place: Railways New Jalpaiguri/Kolkata: At least nine people were killed and 41 injured after a goods train rammed into the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengals Darjeeling district on Monday, a senior railway official said. Among the deceased were the pilot of the goods train and the guard of the []

NDTV Ground Report: Rescue Ops Done, Restoration Work Underway At Bengal Train Accident Site

Nine people, including two railways employees, have died and several injured after an express train collided with a goods train in Darjeeling district of West Bengal Monday morning. Kanchanjunga Express was travelling from Agartala in Tripura to Sealdah in Kolkata when a goods train hit it from behind near Rangapani station, close to New Jalpaiguri. While a probe is still underway, railways say they suspect human error. NDTV's Vedanta Agarwal reports from the collison site.

Bengal train tragedy: Goods train loco pilot did not follow norms, say officials

Railway ministry officials clarified that the loco pilot involved in the Darjeeling train crash did not follow speed restrictions during a defect in the automatic signalling system, leading to the fatal accident.

Railways Minister visits accident sites

Siliguri, June 17 (UNI) Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnav on Monday visited the accident site at Ranidanga and interacted with the injured in the hospital. As per the latest report, nine people were killed and 41 injured after a goods train hit the Sealdah bound Kanchanjunga Exp from Agartala (Tripura) at Ranidanga near Phansidewa in Darjeeling... The post Railways Minister visits accident sites first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .

Bengal train mishap again brings Kavach safety system under spotlight

Kolkata, June 17 (IANS) Following the tragic train mishap in West Bengals Darjeeling district on Monday morning where a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express, leaving at least nine people dead and many injured, it was found that Kavach, the made-in-India system to help prevent accidents when two trains are moving on the []

Nine killed, 60 injured in Bengal train collision: What we know so far

At least nine people were killed and 60 injured on Monday when a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The collision occurred near Rangapani station, 30 km from New Jalpaiguri station, causing four rear compartments of the Kanchanjunga Express to derail due to the impact from behind by the goods train's locomotive. Prima facie findings into the Kanchanjunga Express accident in West Bengal show that the goods train violated speed restrictions it had to follow given the defective automatic signalling system on the section and rammed into the stationary passenger train while over-speeding, the Railway Board said on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, calling the incident in West Bengal tragic and stating his prayers for the swift recovery of the injured. In a post on X, Modi said the ailway accident in West Bengal is saddening. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. Here's what we know so far: What preliminary investigation says The incident occurred around 9 am near Rangapani, close to the New Jalpaiguri station. The Kanchanjunga Express was on its way to Sealdah from Agartala when the accident took place. A preliminary investigation revealed that the passenger train was stationary on the tracks when the goods train rammed into it from behind. The deceased included seven passengers, the pilot of the goods train and the guard of the passenger train. Senior West Bengal Police officials, however, put the casualty count at 15. Pointing towards a possible human error on the part of the loco pilot of the goods train, Railway Board chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha said the collision may have happened because the goods train disregarded the signal and hit the Kanchanjungha Express. The guard's compartment on the rear end of the passenger train was completely damaged. Two parcel waggons were in between the guard's rearmost coach and a general compartment, which helped to minimise injuries to passengers, the official said. Railway Minister vists spot, announces ex-gratia Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reached the spot, took stock of relief operations and announced compensation for the injured and kin of the deceased. Enhanced ex-gratia compensation will be provided to the victims: Rs 10 lakh in case of death, Rs 2.5 lakh towards grievous injuries, and Rs 50,000 for minor injuries, Vaishnaw posted on X. He said the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) has started a probe into the cause of the accident and added that measures will be taken to prevent a recurrence of the circumstances that led to the accident. 'Failed' automatic signal behind the crash? Internal documents showed the goods train was allowed to cross all red signals as the automatic signalling had failed. The document, a written authority called TA 912, was issued to the driver of the goods train by the station master of Ranipatra, authorising him to cross all red signals, a railway source said. According to reports, the automatic signalling system between RNI (Ranipatra Railway Station) and CAT (Chattar Hat Junction) had been defective since 5.50 am. Train No. 13174 (Sealdah-Kanchanjunga Express) departed Rangapani station at 8:27 am and stopped between RNI and CAT. The reason for the stopping of the train is unknown, the source told PTI . 'Kavach' not in place on mishap route: Railways The Railways' 'Kavach' or anti-train collision system was not in place along the Guwahati-Delhi route, where the accident took place. Railways Board Chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha said that Kavach, an automatic anti-collision train protection system, is being planned for the route. It is not there right now, she said. Several long-distance trains diverted Long-distance train services from north Bengal and the northeastern part of the country were affected by the accident. Eastern Railway officials said route diversions of several long-distance trains were being made through the Siliguri-Bagdogra-Aluabari zone instead of their usual route, as the tracks remained blocked at the accident site. 'Railways totally parentless': Bengal CM Mamata Alleging that the railways have become otally parentless, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed on Monday that it was only keen on increasing fares and not improving passenger amenities. The railways have become totally parentless. Though the ministry is there, the old glory is missing. Only beautification is being done, but they do not care about passenger amenities. They are only keen on hiking fares, she claimed. She criticised the Railway Ministry, alleging that it wasn't implementing the anti-collision system properly, which could reduce the impact of such accidents. The number of train accidents has gone up. Accidents are not in anyone's control; this is a fact. But the railways is not implementing the anti-collision system properly, she said.

Kanchanjunga Express Disaster: Goods Train Violates Speed Norms, Causes Fatal Collision

Kanchanjunga Express Disaster: Goods Train Violates Speed Norms, Causes Fatal Collision In a tragic turn of events in West Bengal, preliminary findings into the Kanchanjunga Express accident reveal that a goods train, while over-speeding, collided with a stationary passenger train. The Railway Board confirmed that seven passengers and two railway staffers lost their lives, with 41 others injured in the incident. The disaster unfolded on the Ranipatra Railway Station (RNI)-Chattar Hat Junction (CAT) stretch in Darjeeling district, where the goods train had been given authorization to cross multiple red signals due to a defective automatic signaling system. However, the train was traveling above the permissible speed limit, leading to the fatal collision. The driver of the goods train allegedly disregarded the norms, while the Kanchanjunga Express driver followed all protocols, including stopping at red signals for the requisite time and proceeding at a cautious speed. The Railway Board holds the over-speeding goods train responsible for the devastating accident.

Bengal train mishap: Mamata calls Railways parentless; Railway Minister assures detailed probe

Kolkata, June 17 (IANS) After the death toll in the train accident in West Bengals Darjeeling district, where a goods train hit the Silchar-Kolkata Kanchanjunga Express on Monday morning, rose to nine, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee described the Railways as a parentless ministry focused only on self-propaganda instead of looking to enhance passenger safety. The []

Kanchanjunga express accident: 9 killed, 41 injured, says railway ministry

Seven passengers and two railway staffers were killed and 41 more injured in the Kanchanjunga Express accident in West Bengal's Darjeeling district on Monday, according to figures released by the railway ministry. In a statement, the ministry said nine people suffered grievous injuries and 32 simple or minor injuries. The Up line has been cleared and train operations have started, it said and added that he 'Down line' will also be cleared shortly. The Kanchanjunga express, going to Sealdah in West Bengal from Agartala in Tripura, was on the Down line and a goods train rammed into it from behind near the New Jalpaiguri station, around 600 km from Kolkata. According to initial ground reports based on the statements of the local police, 15 people were said to have lost their lives in the accident. However, the ministry clarified that the number of deaths is nine, so far. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reached the accident site in the afternoon, the ministry said.

Kanchenjunga Express train accident: Rescue work completed, focus on restoration of line

The accident took place at Ruidhasa near Rangapani station in the Katihar Railway Division ahead of New Jalpaiguri Junction at around 8:45 am today. The area falls in the Siliguri subdivision of Darjeeling district.

Rescue operation completed: Ashwini Vaishnaw visits Kanchenjunga Express train accident site

Rescue operation completed: Ashwini Vaishnaw visits Kanchenjunga Express train accident site Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday inspected the Kanchenjunga Express train accident site in Darjeeling district and said that the rescue operation has been completed. Right now our focus is on restoration. This is the main line. The rescue operation has been completed. This is not the time for politics. I will also meet the injured, Vaishnaw told reporters. The Railways Minister also visited the North Bengal Medical College in Siliguri and met the injured. At least eight people have died and about 25 to 30 are injured as a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjungha Express on Monday morning near New Jalpaiguri, a senior North Frontier Railway (NFR) official said. The accident took place at Ruidhasa near Rangapani station in the Katihar Railway Division ahead of New Jalpaiguri Junction at around 8:45 am today. The area falls in the Siliguri subdivision of Darjeeling district. Kanchanjungha Express which runs between Silchar in Assam to Sealdah in Kolkata was on its way from Agartala in Tripura to Sealdah when the goods train hit it from behind, according to Sabyasachi De, Chief Public Relations Officer - Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). A wagon of the Kanchenjunga Express train was suspended in the air after a goods train rammed into it at Ruidhasa near Rangapani station under the Siliguri subdivision in the Darjeeling district. Meanwhile, rescue efforts to extricate trapped passengers are ongoing. Teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and police are present at the Kanchenjunga Express train accident site in Ruidhasa in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. (ANI)

Rescue operation over, focus on restoration now, says Railway Minister after visiting train accident site

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw rushed to the train mishap spot in West Bengals Darjeeling district on Monday, hours after a goods train hit the Silchar-Kolkata Kanchanjunga Express, killing at least nine persons. After reaching the accident site close to the Rangapani railway station near New Jalpaiguri, the Union Minister []

Not Time For Politics: Ashwini Vaishnaw Amid Opposition Fire Over Crash

Hours after a train crash in West Bengal's Darjeeling district left at least nine people dead and 50 injured, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reached the accident site near Rangapani station. Mr Vaishnaw took a flight from Delhi to Bagdogra, followed by a drive and a bike ride to the accident spot. He also visited the injured admitted to a nearby hospital.

Video: Railways Minister Reaches Bengal Train Accident Site, Takes Stock

Hours after a train crash in West Bengal's Darjeeling district left at least nine dead and injured 50 others, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reached the accident site near Rangapani station

Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw takes bike ride to reach Kanchenjunga Express train accident site in Darjeeling

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw rode a bike to reach the site where a goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The accident claimed 15 lives and left 60 injured. Three compartments derailed in the collision near Rangapani station. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with victims transported to nearby hospitals. Vaishnaw announced increased compensation for victims' families and praised coordinated rescue operations.

Kanchanjunga Express Collision: THESE Trains Diverted, What Led to Accident? Details...

Further to the Breaking news earlier reported, A tragic collision occurred on Monday morning between a goods train and the Kanchanjunga Express on the busy route connecting Kolkata's Sealdah station and New Jalpaiguri station in Siliguri. The accident, which took place in West Bengal's Darjeeling district, resulted in the deaths of 15 people and left at least 60 others injured. What Led to the Collision? Investigations have identified two main factors that likely caused the collision between the goods train and the Kanchanjunga Express. 1. Missing Kavach System One of the significant reasons for the collision was the absence of the Kavach system, an Indian-developed safety mechanism designed to prevent accidents when two trains are on the same track. Reports indicate that the Kavach system was not installed on the tracks in Darjeeling where the collision occurred. Following the crash, an old video of Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explaining the Kavach system has gone viral, highlighting its importance. Jaya Varma Sinha, Chairman of the Railway Board, stated that plans are underway to install the Kavach system on the Delhi-Guwahati route, covering over 6,000 km of tracks by next year, with Bengal included in the 3,000 km set to receive this protection within the year. 2. Goods Train Overshot Signal The second contributing factor was the goods train overshooting a signal. Officials confirmed that the goods train had missed the signal and subsequently rammed into the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express. Among the deceased were the pilot and co-pilot of the goods train, as well as the guard of the passenger train. Impact on Train Services In the aftermath of the collision, 19 trains have been cancelled. The affected trains include: 19602 New Jalpaiguri - Udaipur City Weekly Express (17.06.24) 20503 Dibrugarh - New Delhi Rajdhani Express (16.06.24) 12423 Dibrugarh - New Delhi Rajdhani Express (16.06.24) 01666 Agartala - Rani Kamlapati Special Train (16.06.24) 12377 Sealdah - New Alipurduar Padatik Express (16.06.24) 06105 Nagercoil Jn. - Dibrugarh Special (14.06.24) 20506 New Delhi - Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express (16.06.24) 12424 New Delhi - Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express (16.06.24) 22301 Howrah - New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express (17.06.24) 12346 Guwahati - Howrah Saraighat Express (17.06.24) 12505 Kamakhya - Anand Vihar Northeast Express (17.06.24) 12510 Guwahati - Bengaluru Express (17.06.24) 22302 New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Vande Bharat Express (17.06.24) 15620 Kamakhya - Gaya Express (17.06.24) 15962 Dibrugarh - Howrah Kamrup Express (17.06.24) 15636 Guwahati - Okha Express (17.06.24) 15930 New Tinsukia - Tambaram Express (17.06.24) 13148 Bamanhat - Sealdah Uttar Banga Express (17.06.24) 22504 Dibrugarh - Kanyakumari Express (17.06.24) This incident underscores the urgent need for improved safety measures and systems across India's railway network to prevent such tragedies in the future. BREAKING: Kanchanjunga Express Collides with Goods Train in West Bengal, Several Injured Help Desk Set Up for Kanchanjungha Express-Goods Train Accident: Helpline Numbers For SoS What is'Kavach? Indian Railways Floats Tender for 10,000 km of 'Kavach' System, Details Here

Tragedy in Darjeeling as trains collide, lack of Kavach raises questions

A viral video of Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explaining the capabilities of Kavach has sparked renewed scrutiny

Signal Overshot, Missing Kavach System: 2 Factors That Likely Caused Goods Train To Collide With Kanchanjunga Express

Siliguri: A goods train collided with the popular-with-tourists Kanchanjunga Express, killing 15 people and injuring at least 60 in Darjeeling district on Monday. What possibly caused the Kanchanjunga Express collision? Two factors have been singled out that likely contributed to the goods trains collision with the Kanchanjunga Express. Missing Kavach System A missing Kavach system [] The post Signal Overshot, Missing Kavach System: 2 Factors That Likely Caused Goods Train To Collide With Kanchanjunga Express appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .

19 Trains Cancelled After Kanchenjunga Express Accident

Siliguri: 19 trains have been cancelled after the Kanchenjunga Express train met with an accident in the Phansidewa area of the Darjeeling district, West Bengal. These include: 1. 19602 New Jalpaiguri Udaipur City Weekly Express of 17.06.24 2. 20503 Dibrugarh New Delhi Rajdhani Express of 16.06.24 3. 12423 Dibrugarh New Delhi Rajdhani [] The post 19 Trains Cancelled After Kanchenjunga Express Accident appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .

President Murmu Conveys Condolences for Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident Victims

New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conveyed condolences to the people who lost their lives in the Kanchanjunga Express train accident in West Bengal and also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The news of the loss of lives due to a train accident in Darjeeling, West Bengal is deeply distressing. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and success of relief and rescue operations, the President wrote in her post on X. The news of the loss of lives due to a train accident in Darjeeling, West Bengal is deeply distressing. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and success of relief and rescue operations. President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) June 17, 2024 On Monday morning, a goods train rammed into Kanchanjunga Express near New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal, killing 5 people and injuring 25 others. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also conveyed his condolences and said that the accident is saddening. PM Modi also announced exgratia of Rs 2 lakh from the PMNRF to the kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured. Earlier, West Bengal Cheif Minister Mamata Banerjee and Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also conveyed their condolences to the victims.

Kavach Security System, Which Could Have Prevented Bengal Train Crash, Was Absent On Darjeeling Tracks

Kavach system was developed by the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RSCO) with three Indian firms and controls the speeding of trains

15 Dead, 60 Injured in West Bengal Train Tragedy

NEW JALPAIGURI/KOLKATA, June 17: At least 15 passengers died and 60 others were injured, after three rear coaches of the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express derailed on Monday morning as a goods train collided with it in West Bengal's Darjeeling district, officials said. The toll could rise, as multiple agencies of the state and Centre were simultaneously [] The post 15 Dead, 60 Injured in West Bengal Train Tragedy appeared first on Northlines .

CM Majhi Expresses Grief Over West Bengal Train Accident, Seeks Speedy Recovery for Injured

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Majhi expressed his condolences to the victims and families affected by the tragic train accident in West Bengal on Monday. The Chief Minister wished for the speedy recovery of the injured persons. I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the fatal train accident in Darjeeling. I wish the speedy [] The post CM Majhi Expresses Grief Over West Bengal Train Accident, Seeks Speedy Recovery for Injured appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .

Bengal rail accident leaves 15 dead, 60 injured; toll could rise

New Jalpaiguri/Kolkata: At least 15 passengers died and 60 others were injured, after three rear coaches of the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express derailed on Monday, June 17, as a goods train collided with it in West Bengals Darjeeling district, officials said. The toll could rise, as multiple agencies of the state and Centre were simultaneously Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Mamata to visit train accident site in New Jalpaiguri, review relief ops

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will on Monday visit the train accident site in New Jalpaiguri to take stock of relief operations, an official said. At least 15 passengers died and 60 others were injured, after three rear coaches of the stationary Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express derailed on Monday morning as a goods train collided with it in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The chief minister is going to visit the accident spot in New Jalpaiguri to take stock of the relief operations, the official told PTI. The three rear compartments derailed under the impact of the collision from behind by the locomotive of the goods train near Rangapani station, about 30 km from North Bengal's New Jalpaiguri station, railway officials said.

Darjeeling Train Accident: 15 Dead, 60 Injured as Freight Train Collides with Kanchanjunga Express

Darjeeling, June 17 (Udaipur Kiran) A tragic train accident occurred in Darjeeling, West Bengal, on Monday morning around 9 AM when a freight train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express (13174) from behind. The collision resulted in significant damage to three coaches of the Kanchanjunga Express. According to PTI, 15 bodies have been recovered so ... Read more

Could Kavach Have Prevented Bengal Train Accident? What Railways Said

Kavach, the indigenously-developed railway safety system that helps prevent train accidents if two trains are travelling on the same line, was not available on the tracks in Darjeeling where the two trains collided today.

15 Dead, 60 Injured As Goods Train Rams Into Kanchanjunga Express In West Bengal

NEW JALPAIGURI/KOLKATA, June 17: At least 15 passengers died and 60 others were injured, after three rear coaches of the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express derailed on Monday morning as a goods train collided with it in West Bengals Darjeeling district, officials said. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp The toll could rise, as multiple agencies of the state and Centre were simultaneously working on war footing along with locals to rescue passengers who could still be trapped inside, they [] The post 15 Dead, 60 Injured As Goods Train Rams Into Kanchanjunga Express In West Bengal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Kanchanjunga Express crash reason identified; goods train driver among dead

Three compartments of the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express derailed after being hit by a goods train from behind in West Bengal's Darjeeling on Monday, killing 15 people

Bengal rail accident: Death toll rises to eight (Ld)

Kolkata, June 17 (IANS) The death toll in the Kanchanjungha Express-goods train collision has risen to eight, said officials on Monday. According to the Additional Superintendent of Police, Darjeeling district, Abhishek Roy, the dead include the loco pilot of the goods train that had hit the Kanchanjungha Express. Roy did not rule out the possibility []

Kanchanjungha Express Crash: President Murmu, PM Modi Condole Deaths, Railways Minister Heads To Accident Spot

Siliguri: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the deaths in the Kanchanjungha Express accident in West Bengals Siliguri on Monday. Smt Murmu, in an X post, also expressed her pain over the accident in West Bengal. She wrote, The news of the loss of lives due to a train accident in Darjeeling, [] The post Kanchanjungha Express Crash: President Murmu, PM Modi Condole Deaths, Railways Minister Heads To Accident Spot appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .

PM Modi Takes Stock Of Bengal Train Collision

New Delhi: Extending his condolences to the families of the people killed in this mornings train accident in West Bengals Darjeeling district, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that he has spoken to officials to take stock of the situation and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is also headed to the site. Describing the collision [] The post PM Modi Takes Stock Of Bengal Train Collision appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .

President Murmu, PM Modi condole loss of lives in West Bengal train accident

President Murmu, PM Modi condole loss of lives in West Bengal train accident President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top leaders on Monday expressed their condolences over the accident in Darjeeling involving the Kanchenjunga Express train and a goods train in which at least eight passengers were killed and over 20 people sustained injuries. The news of the loss of lives due to a train accident in Darjeeling, West Bengal is deeply distressing. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and success of relief and rescue operations, Murmu posted on X. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah also expressed their grief over the incident. The railway accident in West Bengal is saddening. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest. Spoke to officials and took stock of the situation. Rescue operations are underway to assist the affected. The Railways Minister Shri @AshwiniVaishnawJi is on the way to the site of the mishap as well, Prime Minister Modi posted on X. Union Home Minister took to his social media platform X to express his condolences to family members of the deceased. The railway accident in New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal is very sad. I express my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this unfortunate accident and wish for the speedy recovery of the injured, Amit Shah wrote on X. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also extended condolences to the bereaved families of the accident victims. The loss of lives in a train accident in Darjeeling, West Bengal is truly distressing. I extend my sincere condolences to the bereaved families, and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured, Dhankhar posted on X. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, in a post on X, said, Very sad news received about the train accident in New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. I pray to God to grant the souls of the departed a place in his feet and provide strength to the bereaved family to bear this immense sorrow. I pray to Baba Kedar for the speedy recovery of the injured. The tragic train collision between the Kanchenjunga Express and a Goods train is extremely unfortunate. My heart goes out to the families of those who have lost their lives and prayers for the swift recovery of the injured, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma posted on X. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has left for Darjeeling to visit the site of a train accident involving the Kanchenjunga Express train and a goods train that killed at least five passengers and left over 20 people injured. He will reach Bagdogra airport which is 40 kilometres away from the accident site. Meanwhile, Indian Railways officials in Delhi are monitoring the situation at the accident site. Around 25 people have been injured and they have been shifted to the nearby hospital. They are non-fatal injuries. The rescue operation is going on a war footing. We are trying to finish the rescue operation as soon as possible. Senior officials have already reached the site. According to the preliminary information Kanchenjunga was hit from the rear by a goods train...We have information of 8 deaths, Northeast Frontier Railway Chief Public Relations Official Sabyasachi De told ANI. Partha Pratim Roy, Chairman, of North Bengal Rashtriya Paribahan Nigam said 10 buses of North Bengal Rashtriya Paribahan Nigam have left for the accident site to rescue stranded passengers of the Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express. 10 buses of North Bengal Rashtriya Paribahan Nigam have left for the accident site to rescue stranded passengers of the Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express. Also, additional bus services from Siliguri-Kolkata from Siliguri Tenzing Norgay bus terminus will be operational from this afternoon, said Partha Pratim Roy. Kanchanjungha Express which runs between Silchar in Assam to Sealdah in Kolkata was Sealdah bound when the goods train hit it from behind near Rangapani station, located close to New Jalpaiguri in North Bengal, according to Sabyasachi De, Chief Public Relations Officer - Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). Teams of NDRF and Police are present at Kanchenjunga Express train accident site in Ruidhasa. A passenger of the Kanchenjunga Express train, while speaking to ANI said, I was travelling in B1 coach when the train was hit. I have been rescued, I have suffered an injury on my head. (ANI)

Kanchanjunga Express Accident | Goods Train Rams Into Kanchanjunga Express, 8 Dead

In a major mishap, a Goods train rammed into Kanchenjunga Express near Rangapani Station in West Bengal on June 17. The impact of the accident can be seen as the wagon of Kanchenjunga Express train suspended in the air. The Rangapani station, the place where the incident happened, comes under Siliguri subdivision in Darjeeling. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team rushed to the spot to initiate the rescue operations. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took stock of the situation and initiated action on a war-footing.

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Kanchanjungha Express Train Accident: The recent collision of the Kanchanjungha Express with a goods train in Darjeeling district, West Bengal, has raised concerns about railway safety. Similar to the Coromandel Express disaster in June 2023, signalling errors were reportedly a factor. The Coromandel Express collision, which resulted in India's worst railway disaster in three decades, highlighted the need for improved safety measures. The incidents underscore the importance of addressing issues in signalling and communication systems to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Bengal: 5 persons dead, over 20 injured after goods train rams into Kanchenjunga Express in Darjeeling

Five passengers have died and 20-25 injured in the accident. The situation is serious. The incident occurred when a goods train rammed into Kanchenjunga Express, said Abhishek Roy, Additional Superintendant of Police (SP) Darjeeling Police.

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Help Desk Set Up for Kanchanjungha Express-Goods Train Accident: Helpline Numbers For SoS

Indian Railways has set up a help desk with helpline numbers for families seeking information about passengers injured in the Kanchanjungha Express-goods train accident. Help Desk number at Sealdah 033-23508794 and033-23833326 Helpline No. GHY Station 03612731621 Latest Developments - What We Know So Far Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to confirm ongoing rescue operations at war footing. Unfortunate accident in NFR zone. Rescue operations going on at war footing. Railways, NDRF and SDRF are working in close coordination. The injured are being shifted to the hospital. Senior officials have reached the site, Vaishnaw wrote. The accident occurred when the 13174 Kanchanjunga Express from Agartala collided with a goods train near Rangapani, close to New Jalpaiguri station, according to the divisional railway manager of NFRs Katihar Division. Local media videos showed a pile-up between the two trains with one compartment nearly vertical in the air, where rescue workers and locals were seen milling around. It was not immediately clear if there were casualties in the accident. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee shared in a post on X, Shocked to learn, just now, about a tragic train accident, in Phansidewa area of Darjeeling district. While details are awaited, Kanchenjunga Express has reportedly been hit by a goods train. DM, SP, doctors, ambulances and disaster teams have been rushed to the site for rescue, recovery, medical assistance. Action on war-footing initiated. BREAKING: Kanchanjunga Express Collides with Goods Train in West Bengal, Several Injured Breaking! Vehicle carrying 17 falls into deep gorge near Badrinath Highway, Rudraprayag Tragic Terror Attack in Jammu and Kashmir: Bus of Pilgrims Plunges into Gorge, 10 Dead and 30 Injured

8 Dead, 25 Injured After Goods Train Hits Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal

Eight passengers have died and at least 25 others injured after an express train collided with a goods train in Darjeeling district of West Bengal this morning. Kanchanjunga Express was travelling from Silchar in Assam to Sealdah in Kolkata when a goods train hit it from behind near Rangapani station, close to New Jalpaiguri.

Tragic Train Collision in West Bengal: Five Dead, Dozens Injured

Tragic Train Collision in West Bengal: Five Dead, Dozens Injured At least five people lost their lives and approximately 30 others were injured following a collision between a goods train and the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station in West Bengal on Monday, according to police sources. The crash occurred when the locomotive of the goods train struck the rear compartments of the express train, causing three of them to derail, railway officials reported. Rescue operations are in full swing around 30 km from North Bengal's New Jalpaiguri station. The injured are being transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. 'Five persons have died in the accident till now, and around 30 people suffered injuries, which are not fatal,' a senior police officer disclosed. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated: 'Unfortunate accident in NFR zone. Rescue operations are ongoing at a war footing. Railways, NDRF, and SDRF are working in close coordination. Injured individuals are being shifted to the hospital. Senior officials have reached the site.' Divisional Railway Manager of North Frontier Railway's Katihar division confirmed that the 13174 Kanchanjunga Express, en route to Sealdah from Agartala, met with the accident around 9 am. One of the train's compartments detached and settled atop the goods trains locomotive post-collision, he added. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock in a social media post, noting: 'Shocked to learn, just now, about a tragic train accident in the Phansidewa area of Darjeeling district. While details are awaited, the Kanchanjunga Express has reportedly been hit by a goods train.' 'DM, SP, doctors, ambulances, and disaster teams have been rushed to the site for rescue, recovery, and medical assistance. Action on a war-footing has been initiated,' she further stated. A passenger from Agartala aboard the S6 coach of the Kanchanjunga Express recounted a sudden jerk causing the compartment to screech to a halt. He reported delays in the relief and rescue operations. 'My wife, child, and I somehow managed to come out of the mangled coach. We are currently stranded... The rescue operations also started quite late,' he told a television channel.

Tragedy Strikes as Goods Train Collides with Passenger Train in West Bengal

Tragedy Strikes as Goods Train Collides with Passenger Train in West Bengal A goods train smashed into the rear of a passenger train in India's West Bengal state on Monday, killing at least five people and injuring about 30, a police official said, as rescue teams worked to extricate others feared trapped. Media showed images of the pile-up, with containers from the goods train strewn on the tracks and one carriage nearly vertical in the air in the accident, which followed another a year ago that was the worst in more than 20 years. The goods train hit the Kanchanjunga Express, which was on its way to Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, from the northeastern state of Agartala, causing three carriages of the passenger train to go off the rails. So far, five people are dead and we have rescued 25 to 30 injured, Abhishek Roy, a senior police official in the eastern state's district of Darjeeling, where the accident happened, told news agency ANI. Their injuries are not fatal. We have rescued them with their luggage. Railway officials said more people were feared trapped inside the mangled carriages, but there were no immediate details. Residents of the area heard a loud sound and saw the pile-up when they got to the site, several told ANI, in which Reuters has a minority stake. Rescuers were tackling the aftermath on a war footing, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a post on X. Chances of a large number of casualties were reduced, however, since two of the three derailed carriages of the express train were laden with goods, said a railway official who spoke on condition of anonymity. About 288 people died a year ago in India's worst rail crash in more than two decades in the neighbouring state of Odisha, caused by a signal failure.

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Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident Cause: The collision between the Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train in Darjeeling has prompted an investigation into the cause of the accident. As rescue efforts continue, authorities are focusing on providing medical assistance to the injured and ensuring the safety of rail operations.

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Train Accident: Goods train collides with express train near Darjeeling, 2 dead, 6 injured

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5 killed, several injured as goods train rams into Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express in West Bengals Darjeeling

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5 killed, several injured as goods train rams into Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling

5 killed, several injured as goods train rams into Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express in West Bengal's Darjeeling At least five passengers were killed and over 20 people sustained injuries after a goods train rammed into Kanchenjunga Express train in West Bengal's Darjeeling district on Monday, police said. Five passengers have died and 20-25 injured in the accident. The situation is serious. The incident occurred when a goods train rammed into Kanchenjunga Express, said Abhishek Roy, Additional Superintendant of Police (SP) Darjeeling Police. Kanchanjungha Express which runs between Silchar in Assam to Sealdah in Kolkata was Sealdah bound when a goods train hit it from behind near Rangapani station, located close to New Jalpaiguri in North Bengal, according to Sabyasachi De, Chief Public Relations Officer - Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said rescue operations are being carried out on a war footing. Unfortunate accident in NFR zone. Rescue operations going on at war footing. Railways, NDRF and SDRF are working in close coordination. The injured are being shifted to the hospital. Senior officials have reached the site, Vaishnaw posted on X. Sealdah Eastern Railway has set up a control desk at Rangapani station. Visuals from the site showed a wagon of Kanchenjunga Express train suspended in the air. Sources in the Railways said that the goods container train overshot the signal and hit the rear parcel coach of the Kanchanjunga Express. The train has two parcels and one coach for the guard. Personnel of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Divisional Railway officials have reached the accident site. A total of 15 ambulances and medical equipment have also reached the site of the mishap. Officials are reviewing the situation, the Railway officials said. The accident took place at Rangapani area in the Katihar Railway Division ahead of New Jalpaiguri Junction at around 8:45 am today. Earlier in the day, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the accident took place in Phansidewa area of Darjeeling district.Shocked to learn, just now, about a tragic train accident, in Phansidewa area of Darjeeling district. While details are awaited, Kanchenjunga Express has reportedly been hit by a goods train, Mamata Banerjee said in a post on X. The DM, SP, doctors, ambulances and disaster teams have been rushed to the site for rescue, recovery, medical assistance. Action on war-footing initiated, the West Bengal chief minister said. (ANI)

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Kanchanjunga Express Train Accident: A collision between the Kanchanjungha Express and a goods train near Rangapani station in Darjeeling district, West Bengal, has resulted in several passengers being injured and five reported deaths. The incident occurred as the Kanchanjungha Express was hit by the goods train, causing the derailment of two coaches. The situation is serious, with around 20-25 passengers injured. Further details about the accident are awaited. The collision has impacted train movement in the Chicken's Neck corridor, which connects the Northeast with the rest of India. The Kanchanjungha Express, a crucial train for connectivity to Darjeeling, is frequently used by tourists.

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