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An Instagram reel showing the facilities inside the Vande Bharat Sleeper train has crossed 2 million views. Shared by @vlogwithprateek_, the video offers a glimpse of the onboard meals, bedding arrangements and sleeper coach interiors during a Varanasi-New Delhi journey. The new service connects the two cities via Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh and Ghaziabad.
Jeffrey Sachs Advocates for Independent Foreign Policy for India at Global Seminar
Jeffrey Sachs calls for Indias independent foreign policy and a shift towards green energy at a global seminar in Varanasi. Jeffrey Sachs Advocates for Independent Foreign Policy for India at Global Seminar
Invoking the ancient name of Varanasi, the abode of Shiva and the parliamentary constituency of PM Modi, Akhilesh Yadav mocked the BJPs double-engine government campaign slogan, saying he was incredibly pleased that the people of Kashi have handed them a double zero in the recently concluded MLC polls
UP woman electronics engineer Shrini Srivastava joined Indian Railways as an assistant loco pilot in April 2017. She got very famours in 2024 after operating the Vande Bharat between Varanasi and Prayagraj and receiving an invitation to PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony. She is now part of the Varanasi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper operating crew.
Renowned economist Jeffrey D Sachs said India could become the worlds largest economy by the end of the century, with a population twice that of China. Speaking at the World Symposium on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges in Varanasi, he said the world was moving towards a multipolar order where no single country or region would dominate.
Ghaziabad loco pilot Shrini Srivastava makes mark after Vande Bharat feat
Shrini Srivastava, hailing from Ghazipur, has embraced the prestigious role of assistant loco pilot. Her prior achievement includes operating the VaranasiNew Delhi Vande Bharat Express train. With her recent appointment to the new Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, she symbolizes the increasing involvement of women in the railway sector. This service caters to overnight travelers between Varanasi and New Delhi, marking a pivotal shift in a profession historically dominated by men.
Congress loss in MLC polls in Karnataka should worry central leadership
BJP reverses in Varanasi are a jolt to both PM and Yogi Adityanath By Kalyani Shankar The biennial Legislative Council elections in four states once again put the nations two largest parties, the Indian National Congress (Congress) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in the spotlight. The main takeaway is that local factors [] The post Congress loss in MLC polls in Karnataka should worry central leadership appeared first on Northlines .
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Ahmedabad railway division earns Rs 830 crore in Oct; freight revenue rises 7 pc
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Nov 2 (IANS) The Ahmedabad division of Western Railway earned Rs 830 crore in revenue in October this year, with increased freight, passenger and parcel earnings contributing to the total, according to figures released by the division. Freight operations remained the biggest source of revenue, generating Rs 655 crore, up seven per cent from Rs 612 crore in October last year. Passenger revenue stood at Rs 164.75 crore, an increase of nearly 10 per cent from Rs 149.50 crore, while parcel earnings rose 35 per cent to Rs seven crore from Rs 5.17 crore. Ticket checking contributed another Rs 3.25 crore. The division also reported the transportation of several new commodities and the resumption of some freight traffic. Kutch Copper Limited loaded seven rakes of copper slag, generating Rs 3.56 crore, while four wagons of cumin were partially loaded, earning Rs 4.72 lakh. Synergy Saurashtra Pvt. Ltd. transported a rake of met coke from Gandhidham, generating Rs 71.70 lakh. The traffic returned to the railway network after a gap of around three-and-a-half years. Krishana Phoschem Ltd. loaded eight rakes of imported fertiliser from Mundra Port for various new destinations, earning Rs 4.55 crore. Khaitan Chemicals and Fertilisers Limited loaded three rakes of imported fertiliser, generating another Rs 1.08 crore. Transportation of steel pipes, industrial salt, bamboo pulp and cement also contributed to freight earnings. As part of efforts to attract new customers to rail transportation, Birla Corporation Ltd. loaded two rakes of pet coke, generating Rs 2.16 crore. On October 27, a rake carrying 20 refrigerated containers of frozen vegetables belonging to Simplot India was loaded for the first time from the GRFV terminal. The consignment comprised 540.49 tonnes and generated revenue of Rs 2.36 lakh. The division described the movement as an initiative to shift freight from road to rail. Passenger services also contributed to the month's earnings, particularly during the festive season. The division operated 46 special train trips in October to accommodate additional passenger demand. These services carried around 58,000 passengers and generated Rs 5.28 crore in revenue. On October 30, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the inaugural services of the Sabarmati-Varanasi Superfast Express and Becharaji-Sabarmati MEMU through video conferencing. The Sabarmati-Katosan Road MEMU was also given a stoppage at Chandkheda Road station from October 28. The division conducted intensive ticket-checking drives at Ahmedabad, Sabarmati, Gandhidham, Mehsana, Bhuj, Palanpur and Viramgam stations. Fortress, ambush and special fortress checks resulted in the detection of 4,166 cases of irregular travel and the collection of Rs 38.62 lakh in fines. Around 90 anti-littering cases attracted fines of Rs 60,000, while 11 anti-smoking cases resulted in penalties of Rs 22,000. The division also reported revenue initiatives outside regular passenger and freight operations. Three-year lease agreements for two parcel-space assets are expected to generate Rs 11.13 crore. A five-year contract was awarded for the operation and maintenance of digital storage lockers at Asarwa station. Advertising contracts were awarded for the foot overbridge at Maninagar station and seven lifts at Ahmedabad station. Displaying Maruti Suzuki cars at the Divisional Railway Manager's office premises was another source of non-fare revenue. A Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal is being developed at Khakhrechi, while a three-year contract for the pay-and-park facility at Bhuj station was awarded. Seven One Station One Product stalls were allotted at Ahmedabad, Palanpur, Patan, Mehsana and Gandhidham to provide outlets for local artisans and craftsmen. Digital transactions accounted for 20.26 per cent of Passenger Reservation System (PRS) tickets and 37.34 per cent of Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS) tickets during the month. The division also secured the first position among Indian Railways divisions in October in terms of positive passenger feedback received through the Rail Madad platform, according to the officials. Divisional Railway Manager Ved Prakash congratulated officers and employees on the performance and appreciated their efforts.
TMC TMC Fellow in Molecular Pathology Recruitment 2026
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China Won't Be The New Hegemon: Jeffrey Sachs Backs India To Rule Global Economy As West Loses Power
China will not be the new hegemon. That is the headline from Varanasi, where American economist Jeffrey Sachs urged Beijing to support India as the sixth permanent member of the UN Security Council. Cooperation, not competition, between Asias two powers is the path to a multipolar world, he argued. Sachs also told India not to join the Quad, while predicting that by 2050 the US and Europe will hold only about 20% of the world economy and Asia nearly 50%. By 2100, three-quarters of humanity will live in Asia and Africa, and India will have twice Chinas population. He also calls todays wars contests over hegemony. It is a bold, sweeping vision, and not everyone agrees with it. Is he right, or is this wishful thinking? We break down every claim, the data behind it, and the questions Delhi and Beijing must answer. Watch Jeffrey Sachs' full speech in Varansi.
Ancient Wisdom Key to Addressing Modern Challenges, Say Experts at Varanasi Symposium
Experts at a symposium in Varanasi emphasize the relevance of ancient knowledge in tackling contemporary issues and fostering dialogue. Ancient Wisdom Key to Addressing Modern Challenges, Say Experts at Varanasi Symposium
Academicians and experts lend support to ancient wisdom in solving modern challenges symposium
Digital Desk | Varanasi, Nov 2 (IANS) A host of academicians, experts and scholars attending the ongoing three-day world symposium here on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges echoed the importance of utilising long-drawn traditions in addressing the contemporary challenges while laying emphasis on the need to engage in dialogue and discussion with the youth. Many of the globally acclaimed academicians, speaking to IANS, backed the idea of relevance of ancient wisdom to modern challenges as espoused by Dr Priti Adani, Chairperson, Adani Foundation at the Varanasi event on Monday. Making a keynote address at the inaugural session of The World Symposium on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges, Dr Priti Adani said, Ancient wisdom does not become valuable simply because it is ancient. It becomes valuable when we discover its relevance to contemporary problems, and called for civilisational knowledge to be preserved and applied to address suffering, inequality and conflict. Chiara Robbiano, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Utrecht University in the Netherlands, said, We need to be able to spend time with one another and realise that who we are at any given moment is shaped by what happens between us. Through dialogue, we emerge as new people. Therefore, how we engage in dialogue and how we remain receptive to the wisdom of others are very important. Zahraa McDonald, Professor at the University of Pretoria, said, It is about bringing these cultures into modern education. We have been focusing on teaching mathematics and reading, and that is important. We cannot neglect these subjects. Jeffrey Sachs, President of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), said, The Adani Group is an enormous business, and it's one of the great progenitors of change in India. So, when we look at India's very rapid economic growththe fastest-growing large economy in the worldit is fuelled in significant part by the advance of infrastructure, and the Adani Group is playing a huge role in that. American philosopher Thaddeus Metz, justifying his participation in such gatherings of wisdom, said, It is worth drawing on long-standing traditions to address contemporary problems because they hold wisdom. If a body of thought has remained relevant for many centuries, there must be valuable insights in it about the human condition and how to make things better. '' Gauri Mahulikar, Academic Director of the Chinmaya International Foundation (CIF), said, Just as we live in a family where some members earn, and others do not, there was a time when families consisted of 20 or more members. I remember that there were many people in my extended family whom we children barely knew, yet we would visit them. If we develop the same attitude towards one another, there would be no question of conflict. Summing up the event and reasoning as to why Varanasi was chosen for the Summit, Nirupam Bajpai, Economist and Professor at Columbia University, explained, This is the third edition of the symposium. We have previously held two symposiums, one in Greece and the other in China. This is the first time it is being held in India. Varanasi was chosen because of its focus on Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. I believe there is no place more suitable than Varanasi in India to host this event. We had considered Varanasi from the very beginning, and accordingly, the symposium focuses on these three religions, he further stated.
Adani Group major driver of India's infrastructure growth, says Professor Jeffrey Sachs
Renowned economist Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs hailed the Adani Group as a primary contributor to India's infrastructure-led growth, while underscoring the critical role family-run business models play in advancing social responsibility. Professor Sachs, who serves as the Director of the Center for Sustainable Development at Columbia University and President of the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, made the remarks at The World Symposium on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges in Varanasi on Monday. Addressing the gathering, he recognised the enterprise's wider economic impact, noting that the group functions as one of the major drivers of change and progress across the country. He highlighted the scale of work carried out by both the conglomerate and its social welfare arm, the Adani Foundation, observing their initiatives in advancing sustainable development inside India and globally. Referring to the Adani Group, he said such enterprises carry not just a fam...
13 crore names not vote theft but standard purification via ASDD formula: BJP's Sambit Patra
BJP MP Sambit Patra on Monday detailed the formula used for purification of electoral rolls and defended the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR), stating that 13 crore names flagged were part of a standard verification process and not an instance of vote theft. Addressing media persons in Varanasi, Patra said the purification process follows the ASDD formula for removal of names. The purification process for the electoral roll
Ancient wisdom must address contemporary challenges to meaningfully transform lives, declared Dr Priti Adani, Chairperson of the Adani Foundation, while delivering the keynote address at the World Symposium on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges in Varanasi on Monday.
Dr Priti Adani Says Ancient Wisdom Must Solve Modern Problems, at World Symposium in Varanasi
Adani Foundation chair Dr Priti Adani urges applying civilisational knowledge to modern issues like inequality and conflict at the Varanasi symposium.
Dr Priti Adani urged businesses to prioritise sustainability and duty over self-interest, linking ancient dharma principles to modern enterprise responsibilities at the Varanasi symposium.
Sambit Patra Critiques Congress During Visit to Kashi, Questions SIR Claims
BJP MP Sambit Patra addresses Congresss claims and discusses SIR issues during his visit to Varanasi, emphasizing the significance of the region. Sambit Patra Critiques Congress During Visit to Kashi, Questions SIR Claims
A Producer Urges Patience As Mahesh Babu Fans Await Varanasi Update
The presence of Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in pivotal roles has further raised expectations, making it one of the most anticipated pan-Indian projects.
New Daily Superfast Express to Run Between Varanasi and Sabarmati: Check Timetable and Route
Prayagraj, November 2, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Rail passengers travelling between Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat will have a new daily train service. The railway administration has decided to introduce New Daily Superfast Express to Run Between Varanasi and Sabarmati: Check Timetable and Route
Rahul says Gyanesh Kumar would be removed, warns PM Modi, Shah they are next after CEC,
New Delhi, Nov 1: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday warned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah that they would face consequences over alleged electoral irregularities, declaring that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar would be removed from office and sent to jail. Addressing the INDIA blocs Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao rally at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi, Rahul Gandhi said, After Gyanesh, you are next, reports The Times of India (TOI). Gyanesh Kumar will be removed as CEC, he will go to jail, he said. This is not an ordinary theft. This is treason, Rahul Gandhi said, accusing the BJP of stealing votes in several state Assembly elections and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He alleged that electoral manipulation had taken place in Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Karnataka, besides the 2024 general elections. The Congress leader said the INDIA bloc would not allow democracy to be destroyed or the Constitution to be undermined. The rally was organised to protest against alleged electoral irregularities and demand the resignation of the CEC. Opposition parties have repeatedly accused the BJP of benefiting from alleged manipulation of electoral rolls and electronic voting machines (EVMs), charges the ruling party has rejected. Opposition leaders march to Ramlila Maidan The INDIA blocs Chalo Dilli march began from the Minto Road-Connaught Place junction, with Opposition leaders, including Farooq Abdullah, former Chief Minister of J&K, Mehbooba Mufti, former chief minister of J&K, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, who also spoke to the crowd, voicing save the constitution at the Ramlila Maidan. Press Trust of India reported Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said the Ramlila Maidan has turned into the Haldighati of democracy with a massive turnout of people and asserted that this is indicative of change that is in the offing, as he asserted that those who came to power at the Centre through Uttar Pradesh will also exit from there. Taking a dig at the BJP, Yadav said those who speak of having a firm, immovable stance -- likening it to the unshakeable foot of Angad -- should consider where they would even place that foot, given that there is no ground left to stand on. Addressing the INDIA bloc rally at Delhis Ramlila Maidan against vote chori, Akhilesh referred to the recent MLC polls and said the people of Kashi (Varanasi) have reduced the double-engine government to a double zero. The rally followed the Oppositions mock impeachment proceedings against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, held on Saturday at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. The latest confrontation comes amid the Oppositions continuing allegations of vote chori and its objections to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in several states. Rahul alleges BJP forced shops shut Rahul Gandhi also accused the BJP of forcibly shutting shops in Connaught Place, alleging that the move caused losses to local traders. According to the Press Trust of India (PTI), Rahul Gandhi made the allegation in a video recorded while he was travelling in an open vehicle towards the Minto Road-Connaught Place junction. He said the INDIA bloc had appealed to people attending the rally to shop at local markets during the festive season to support traders. But upon reaching Connaught Place, we learned that the BJP has forcibly shut down all the shops. The country is watching how the BJP is causing loss to the shopkeepers, Gandhi said. On Saturday night, he had urged people travelling to Delhi for the march and rally to purchase goods from local shops ahead of Diwali, Chhath and Bhai Dooj. Rahul Gandhi had accused the BJP of spreading rumours that the Oppositions programme would hurt businesses, saying the rally and shopping could take place together. Nearly 10,000 police and paramilitary personnel were deployed in central Delhi for the rally, while more than 200 CCTV cameras were installed in the area, Hindustan Times reported. Police said arrangements had been made to facilitate the march and manage crowds at the venue. While the INDIA bloc expected a large turnout from different states, police preparations were based on Ramlila Maidans capacity of around 50,000 people, with any overflow to be managed on surrounding streets. The Oppositions campaign against the CEC gathered momentum after a report by The Indian Express last month said Election Commissioners had objected to decisions taken by the CEC on 14 occasions over a 10-month period. The Election Commission maintained that its decisions had been unanimous.
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Global Experts to Address Modern Challenges at World Symposium in Varanasi
The World Symposium on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges will gather 200 scholars to explore solutions through ancient philosophies. Global Experts to Address Modern Challenges at World Symposium in Varanasi
Priti Adani, Yogi Adityanath To Address 'Aristotle-Confucius Symposium' In Varanasi
The symposium in Varanasi is set to bring together diverse wisdom traditions, institutions, and perspectives, as well as cutting-edge AI, in a spirit of dialogue and mutual learning.
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'No ground left beneath your feet': Akhilesh Yadav's swipe at Amit Shah's 'Angad's leg' remark
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday took a jibe at Union Home Minister Amit Shah's 'Angad's leg' remark, saying that there is o ground left beneath your feet, so where will you place Angad's leg? In his address at the INDIA bloc's 'Dilli Chalo' rally at Ramlila Maidan, organised to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral irregularities, Akhilesh Yadav said: Those who once came from UP will be driven out of UP itself. The people of the state know how to welcome and even know it better how to bid farewell. In 2027, their farewell will be of such a kind that the Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies will not be able to return again. Remarking that Ramlila Maidan has turned into the Haldighati of democracy, he asserted: The massive public support and slogans of revolution are proof that change can happen at any moment. Targeting the BJP-led government, he said: Lord Ram won't forgive those who have committed sin, those who have stolen donations made at the Ram Temple. They will definitely be punished. Referring to HM Shah's warning that the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh is Angad's leg, referring to the mythological figure from Ramayan, which the opposition parties cannot shake, Akhilesh Yadav hit back, saying: Those who came saying that their stance is unshakeable like 'Angad's leg', now know that there is no ground left beneath their feet, so where will you place Angad's leg? Further, referring to the BJP-led NDA's defeat in five seats in the recent UP Legislative Council polls, including Varanasi, he said: Those boasting of a double engine government ended up getting a double defeat and a double zero in Uttar Pradesh...I am happy that the people of Kashi gave them a double zero! Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of constantly conspiring to win elections. Because they know that they cannot win elections otherwise, they have found a way out (to win polls) through the Election Commission, he alleged. They have looted Bengal polls. Security forces were brought into the state overnight, and votes were deleted by conducting SIR just before the elections...We, the members of the INDIA bloc, won't give up. We have caught their theft, he added. Referring to the Samajwadi Party's defeat in the 2022 UP polls, Akhilesh Yadav said: The reason (for the defeat) was that voters were removed from electoral rolls and when the Election Commission was told that SP's votes were targeted and removed from the lists, they served me a notice saying on what basis I was making these allegations. The BJP wants that only people linked to the party are able to cast their votes and only they get the right to call themselves as India's citizens. This is a huge conspiracy, he claimed. Meanwhile, the SP chief also mentioned the action taken against Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) in UP's Pilibhit. The Election Commission has directed the suspension of two EROs in the constituency over alleged irregularities in the electoral roll.
The Railway Minister also highlighted the convenience for passengers and the major transport connectivity hub for all of North India and North East India.
Akhilesh Yadavs Double Zero Jibe At BJP After SP Sweeps Both Varanasi MLC Seats In UP Polls
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has attacked the BJP after the Uttar Pradesh MLC election results, saying the partys double-engine government has been reduced to double zero in key constituencies. The BJP won six of the 11 seats, while the SP secured five. The biggest setback for the BJP came in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modis parliamentary constituency, where the SP won both the Teachers and Graduates seats. Akhilesh says the results reflect growing anger among teachers, students and educated unemployed graduates ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
International Aristotle-Confucius Symposium to Be Held in Varanasi from November 2 to 4
The Aristotle-Confucius Symposium in Varanasi aims to foster dialogue among global philosophical traditions from November 2-4, 2026. International Aristotle-Confucius Symposium to Be Held in Varanasi from November 2 to 4
Delhi and Lucknow could be connected by a bullet train in 2 hours and 12 minutes under the proposed Northern Corridor approved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has also shared estimated travel times for Agra, Kanpur and Varanasi as the planned network is set to extend from Delhi to Guwahati.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has welcomed the extension of the Northern bullet train corridor from Siliguri to Guwahati, saying Delhi-Guwahati travel could take under eight hours. PM Narendra Modi has approved the Northern corridor, which will connect major cities across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal before reaching Assam.
PM Modi Approves Northern Bullet Train Corridor: Delhi To Agra In 59 Minutes
The corridor will also connect other major hubs, reducing travel time between Delhi and Lucknow, and extending connectivity further toward Varanasi.
Vande Bharat Sleeper to cut Varanasi-Delhi travel time to 8-9 hours: Yogi Adityanath
New railway services and infrastructure upgrades are expected to improve passenger convenience, regional connectivity and freight movement across Uttar Pradesh.
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Bullet train to connect Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Guwahati
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the approval of the bullet train's north corridor by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This project, which will be entirely 'Make in India', aims to significantly reduce travel times between major cities like Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, and Guwahati. Vaishnaw also highlighted the launch of new MEMU services in Varanasi and criticised previous governments' railway budgets for Uttar Pradesh.
Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper flagged off by Yogi Adityanath, Ashwini Vaishnaw
Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper flagged off by Yogi Adityanath, Ashwini Vaishnaw
UP's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Varanasi and Delhi flagged off
Digital Desk | Varanasi, Oct 31 (IANS) Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Saturday flagged off the state's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express train between Varanasi and New Delhi, marking a major boost in transportation facilities. While connecting Varanasi with the national capital, the train will halt at Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh and Ghaziabad, connecting several important urban centres and surrounding districts. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the launch of the new rail service as a historic day for those travelling by rail between Delhi and Kashi, saying the new service would not only save time but also improve the overall travel experience. Addressing a gathering during the ceremony, CM Adityanath thanked PM Modi for the gift of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train. Drawing a reference from former Home Minister late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Chief Minister said that just as Sardar Patel unified more than 563 princely states to build an integrated India, Indian Railways today is connecting the country from north to south and east to west, strengthening the spirit of national unity. Travelling from Varanasi to Delhi once took 13 to 14 hours. The state-of-the-art Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will now cover the distance in just 8 to 9 hours, resulting in substantial savings of both time and effort for passengers, he said. CM Adityanath also remarked that the railways are offering a months worth of safe travel for less than what many people spend on tea or paan in a single day. Highlighting historic improvements in railway infrastructure, he said that all railway lines in Uttar Pradesh are now broad gauge and fully electrified. Earlier, unmanned level crossings posed a major challenge and often resulted in loss of lives. These concerns have now been addressed through the construction of railway overbridges and underpasses, he stated. Referring to the impact of the Swachh Bharat Mission, the Chief Minister said that 157 railway stations in the state have been modernised. Many stations now reflect the cultural essence of Kashi and offer an experience comparable to VIP airport lounges. Railway tracks and modern toilets are now marked by cleanliness and hygiene rather than filth, he said. CM Adityanath further stated that more than 1,000 kilometres of the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor pass through Uttar Pradesh alone, asserting that separate freight lines ensure that raw materials and goods reach traders safely and on time without damage. Speaking about future rail connectivity, the Chief Minister said that under Prime Minister Modis vision, a bullet train service between Delhi and Kashi could reduce travel time to just three and a half hours, adding that such a service would be simpler, more convenient, and more affordable than air travel.
Will greatly benefit millions of pilgrims: CM Yogi Adityanath on new rail services
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express service between Varanasi and New Delhi had been flagged off, connecting Kashi with the national capital. Speaking on the occasion, Adityanath said Kashi, renowned as the spiritual and cultural capital of India, had now been connected to the national capital through the Vande Bharat Sleeper train. The Vande Bharat Sleeper Express services between Varanasi and New Delhi have been flagged off today. Kashi
Varanasis Kashi Station Set to Become Major Transport Hub for 50,000 Passengers
Kashi Station in Varanasi is being developed into a major transport hub, accommodating 50,000 passengers with world-class facilities. Varanasis Kashi Station Set to Become Major Transport Hub for 50,000 Passengers
Yogi, Vaishnaw flag off Vande Bharat Sleeper train on Varanasi-Delhi route
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday flagged off the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express between Varanasi and New Delhi, marking the launch of a new overnight rail service that will connect the two cities in less than 10 hours. The Railway Ministry had announced on Friday that the new service would strengthen connectivity between one of India's most prominent spiritual and cultural destinations and the national capital. The train will connect Varanasi, Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh and Ghaziabad before reaching New Delhi. These stations serve important urban centres and provide connectivity to surrounding districts, extending the benefits of modern rail travel to a wider passenger base. The service will depart Varanasi at 8.50 pm and arrive in New Delhi at 6.10 am the following morning. In the return direction, it will leave New Delhi at 9.40 pm and reach Varanasi at 7.10 am the next day. Compared with the existing Shiv
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 31 (IANS) Congress' Karnataka President B.K. Hariprasad on Saturday said that Krupa Alva had been expelled from the party for six years after she failed to respond to a show-cause notice issued to her over activities that had reportedly caused embarrassment to party leaders. Krupa Alva was prominently seen in the alleged sting video linked to Congress Working Committee Member and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. She is also heard making statements in connection with obtaining a party ticket to contest assembly polls from the coastal Karnataka region. Speaking to the media, Hariprasad said that unfavourable reports had appeared in the media over certain activities that had put public representatives and party leaders in an embarrassing position. The party had issued a show-cause notice to Alva, giving her three days to submit an explanation. As she did not respond to the notice, she has been expelled from the party for six years, he said. Asked whether the notice had reached her, Hariprasad said it had been returned. The notice sent to her came back undelivered. We had no other option but to take this action, he said. Asked about reports that Alva had travelled abroad, Hariprasad said the matter would be looked into by the central agencies concerned, including the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). On why the party had taken so long to initiate action, he said the leadership had wanted to give Alva an opportunity to explain her position before taking a decision. In a democratic system, everyone should be given an opportunity. We issued the notice and waited for her response. Since she did not reply, we took a decision, he said. Asked whether the party would conduct an internal inquiry to find out if anyone else was behind Alva, Hariprasad said the matter had been left to the authorities concerned. He added that the party had expelled her because there was direct evidence against her. Reacting to the Congress victory in the Nagpur MLC polls, Hariprasad made a pointed political remark, saying that Nagpur meant 'Havinapura' (land of snakes) in Kannada. He alleged that an organisation spreading the poison of hatred in the country had been challenged there and said the victory would send a message that it could be defeated across the country. Responding to claims that the BJP had defeated the Congress, he said the party should not make such claims, pointing out that it had suffered defeats in Varanasi, Bihar, Nagpur and constituencies associated with prominent BJP leaders, including Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. On JD-S chief and former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda meeting former Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa and subsequently commenting on the future of the state government, Hariprasad took a sarcastic dig. When an elephant walks, wolves and foxes follow behind it, hoping that something might fall. There is nothing wrong with that, he said. Regarding the proposed protest in Delhi, Hariprasad said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had called upon party workers to fight to protect democracy and the Constitution. He alleged that permission had not been granted for railway arrangements to transport party workers from Karnataka, causing difficulties in their participation. He said thousands of Congress workers from Karnataka had already reached Delhi and would participate in a massive protest at Ramlila Maidan to defend democracy and the Constitution.
UP gets its first Vande Bharat Sleeper! CM Yogi, Ashwini Vaishnaw flag off Varanasi-Delhi train
Uttar Pradesh has received a major railway boost with the launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express between Varanasi and New Delhi. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the new train from Varanasi on Saturday, opening up a faster and more comfortable overnight travel option for passengers heading to the national capital.The new service is expected to strengthen rail connectivity between eastern Uttar Pradesh and Delhi-NCR, particularly benefiting pilgrims, students, working professionals and families who frequently travel between the two regions. Passengers will be able to board the train at night in Varanasi and reach New Delhi early the following morning.
Uttar Pradesh is set to get a major boost to rail connectivity, with plans for a bullet train corridor alongside the proposed Vande Bharat Sleeper services. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday outlined the proposed Northern Corridor for high-speed rail, saying it would sharply reduce travel times between major cities, including Delhi, Lucknow, Kanpur and Varanasi. He said the project, approved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, would benefit passengers and the economy for decades.
India has taken a major step towards expanding its bullet train network, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi approving the Northern Bullet Train Corridor, Railway Minister Ashwinin Vaishnaw said on Saturday. The development is expected to pave the way for Uttar Pradesh to get its first high-speed rail service, potentially reducing travel time between Delhi and Varanasi to just 3.5 hours.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Launches in Varanasi, Sparking Excitement Among Locals
The inaugural Vande Bharat sleeper train from Varanasi to New Delhi launches today, marking a significant milestone for Uttar Pradesh. Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Launches in Varanasi, Sparking Excitement Among Locals
Varanasi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper Begins Operations Today
PM Modi Launches First Sleeper Vande Bharat Train from Varanasi to Delhi
PM Modi inaugurates the first sleeper Vande Bharat train, enhancing travel between Varanasi and Delhi for millions. PM Modi Launches First Sleeper Vande Bharat Train from Varanasi to Delhi
India's 2nd Vande Bharat Sleeper Unveiled on Varanasi-New Delhi Route
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Service Connecting Varanasi And New Delhi To Be Flagged Off Today
Two More Suspects Arrested in Encounter for Shooting Police Constable in Varanasi
Two suspects involved in the shooting of a police constable in Varanasi were arrested following an encounter with law enforcement. Two More Suspects Arrested in Encounter for Shooting Police Constable in Varanasi
Police Arrest Two After Encounter In Varanasi
Two men accused of shooting a police constable during a raid in Varanasi were arrested after separate encounters, both sustaining bullet injuries. The incident occurred during a raid on illegal firearms, leading to a police search operation and subsequent arrests.
Ahead of Diwali, CM to gift Gorakhpur 88 devpt projects worth Rs 1,663cr
MLC results shape of things to come in 2027: Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh Yadav highlighted the Samajwadi Party's recent successes in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council elections. He believes these results reflect the BJP's diminishing political strength in the state. Yadav pointed out that BJP lost significant ground in Varanasi, emphasising that the party is vulnerable as elections approach. He also accused Yogi Adityanath of sacrificing Varanasi for Gorakhpur's gain.
