Draksharamam, the divine gem of Andhra Pradesh
Draksharamam is often referred to as Dakshina Kashi, the Varanasi of the South. The post Draksharamam, the divine gem of Andhra Pradesh appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
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Sixteen major highway corridors, including the Arunachal Frontier Highway (Rs 30,000 crore) and ShillongSilchar Greenfield Highway (Rs 23,000 crore), have been sanctioned to boost regional connectivity. Ring roads in cities like Ayodhya, Kanpur, and Guwahati aim to ease congestion. In 11 years, 1.06 lakh km of highways have been constructed, with the ministrys budget rising ninefold to Rs 2.87 lakh crore. Q) Some projects still face delays in projects caused by land acquisition and environmental clearance issues? Land acquisition falls under state governments, while environmental clearances involve multiple departments, making coordination key. Reducing delays is a test of effective leadership. We prioritise sustainable planning, ensuring timely land acquisition and fast-track approvals for forest, wildlife, and environmental clearances. At least 90% of land and clearance requirements must now be completed before project awards.Regular meetings with state officials and the PM Gati Shakti initiative have streamlined inter-ministerial coordination. Digital portals, Bhoomi Amount Digital Portal for land and Parivesh for environmental approvals simplify processes, accelerating project delivery and enhancing efficiency nationwide. Q) India has seen record construction of highways in recent years but their maintenance still seems to be a challenge. For each fault, we (the Central Government) are held responsible. About 80 percent of complaints on social media are not under our jurisdiction or do not pertain to national highways (NHs). Our roads are of good quality; however, there have been some problems. We are continuously improving the technology and will definitely address these issues. Regarding accountability, we are serious about ensuring that officers and contractors are responsible if roads are not maintained properly. There should be no compromise with quality, and we are committed to fixing lapses wherever they occur to maintain high standards. Q) How long will it take to implement the GPS based Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system? It has already started at some locations and will be introduced at 4 to 6 places from November 15. We will move further gradually, expanding the initiative step by step while monitoring progress and ensuring smooth implementation at each stage. Q) With Bihar heading into elections, how does the state compare to others in development across key sectors like water, power, transport, and roads? Bihar needs accelerated development compared to other states. Water, power, transport and roads are the basic requirements for progress. The developmental work undertaken by our government, in the last 10-11 years, has transformed the face of Bihar. Business and industries are growing steadily in Bihar. The young people of Bihar see their future in development and employment. They do not bother about Jaat (Caste), Pant (Community), Dharma (Religion) and Bhasha (Language). They aspire to excel in education, seek better job opportunities, and want to actively contribute to the nations growth. I think that the state has sufficient electricity supply. Irrigation has significantly improved. The road infrastructure has also got better. Earlier, the Ganga had just two bridges, now we have 13. In the highway sector; projects worth Rs five lakh crores are going on. Projects having a cost of Rs 2.5 lakh crores either have been completed or on the verge of completion. Some will start soon. We are building big highways; Varanasi-Kolkata highways cost of Rs 40,000 crores and Gorakhpur-Siliguri Expressway is worth Rs 50,000 crores. 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Watch: PM Modi flags off 4 new Vande Bharat trains from Varanasi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Banaras railway station in Varanasi. The new routes, BanarasKhajuraho, LucknowSaharanpur, FirozpurDelhi, and ErnakulamBengaluru, aim to boost regional connectivity, tourism, and economic growth. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath joined the ceremony as locals celebrated the modern, comfortable trains that mark another leap in Indias rail modernisation journey.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched four new Vande Bharat trains. These trains symbolize Indian Railways' transformation. They connect important religious and heritage cities. This initiative boosts tourism and economic growth. Many pilgrims are visiting places like Kashi Vishwanath Dham and Ayodhya. This influx benefits local businesses and creates jobs. India is rapidly developing its infrastructure for a developed nation.
With PM Modi Inaugurating 4 New Vande Bharat Trains, Fleet Count At 164
Indian Railways now operates a total of 164 Vande Bharat Express train services across the country after Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off four new Vande Bharat trains from Varanasi, officials said.
Holy Sites Connected By Vande Bharat Joins Indias Culture With Development: PM Modi
Varanasi (UP), Nov 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the Vande Bharat network connecting Indias pilgrimage sites is joining the countrys culture, faith and the development journey. Speaking after flagging off four new Vande Bharat Express trains here from the Banaras railway station, Modi said pilgrimages in India have been considered a medium of national consciousness for centuries. The pilgrimages are not just a way to visit sites of religious importance, but a sacred tradition that connects Indias [] The post Holy Sites Connected By Vande Bharat Joins Indias Culture With Development: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi flags off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi
The new Vande Bharat Express trains will operate on the Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Firozpur-Delhi, and Ernakulam-Bengaluru routes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is moving fast on the path of development, as he flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from the Banaras railway station in Varanasi, his Lok Sabha constituency. Emphasising that infrastructure is a major factor in the economic growth of developed countries around the world, the prime minister said, In every nation that has achieved major progress, the driving force behind it has been infrastructure development. Infrastructure is not just about big bridges and highways. Whenever such systems are developed anywhere, it sparks the overall development of that region. With so many Vande Bharat trains running and flights arriving from countries across the world, all these developments are now linked to growth. Today, India is also moving rapidly on this path, he said. PM Modi said high-speed trains like Vande Bharat are laying the foundation for a ew generation of Indian Railways. Trains like Vande Bharat, Namo Bharat and Amrit Bharat are laying the foundation of a new generation of Indian Railways. Vande Bharat is a train of Indians, built by Indians for Indians, of which every Indian is proud, he said. He claimed that foreign travellers are amazed by these trains adding that more than 160 Vande Bharat Express trains are now operational in the country. Modi further said that spiritual tourism has become a major source of income and has ushered in development in Uttar Pradesh. In our country, pilgrimage has for centuries been considered a medium of national consciousness. These journeys are not merely routes for darshan of deities, but a sacred tradition that connects the soul of India, Modi said. Places like Prayagraj, Ayodhya, Haridwar, Chitrakoot and Kurukshetra are the centres of our spiritual beliefs, he said. Today, as these sacred destinations are being connected through the Vande Bharat network, it is also linking India's culture, faith and development. This is an important step towards making symbols of India's heritage a representation of national growth, he said. These journeys also have an economic aspect, which is often not discussed. Over the past 11 years, the development work done in Uttar Pradesh has elevated pilgrimage tourism to a new level, the PM said. Last year, more than 11 crore devotees came to Kashi for Baba Vishwanath's darshan, and since the construction of the Ram Temple, over 6 crore people have visited Ayodhya to seek the blessings of Ram Lalla. These devotees have contributed thousands of crores of rupees to Uttar Pradesh's economy and provided steady income to hotel owners, transport operators, local artists and boatmen, he said. This has created new opportunities for the youth, Modi said. Hundreds of young people in Varanasi are now starting new ventures, from transport to local businesses. Because of all this, the doors of prosperity are opening in Kashi and across Uttar Pradesh, he said. To realise the dream of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) from a 'Viksit Kashi', numerous infrastructure projects are being undertaken here, Modi said. Today, Kashi is experiencing continuous expansion, development and qualitative improvement, with facilities ranging from good hospitals, good roads, gas pipelines, and internet connectivity, he said. Work on the ropeway is progressing rapidly, he said. Our effort is to make visiting Varanasi, staying in Varanasi and enjoying the amenities of Varanasi a special experience for everyone, he added. Modi said the government is also striving to improve health services in Varanasi. He said 10-11 years ago, BHU hospital was the only option for people seeking treatment for serious illnesses. Due to the large number of patients, one could not get treatment even after waiting overnight. For serious illnesses like cancer, people would sell their land and farms, and travel to Mumbai for treatment. Today, our government has worked to alleviate all these concerns of the people of Kashi. Mahamana cancer hospital for cancer, Sankara Netralaya for eye treatment, the state-of-the-art trauma centre at BHU, and the divisional hospital at Shatabdi Chikitsalaya, Pandeypur, have all become a boon for Kashi, Purvanchal, and the surrounding states, he said. Due to Ayushman Bharat and Janaushadhi Kendras in these hospitals, millions of poor people are saving crores of rupees. Kashi has become known as the health capital of this entire region, the prime minister said. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also attended the event. The new Vande Bharat Express trains will operate on Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Firozpur-Delhi and Ernakulam-Bengaluru routes. The semi-high-speed trains will significantly reduce travel time between major stations, enhance regional mobility, promote tourism and support economic activity across the country, according to an official statement. The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express will connect prominent cultural and religious destinations, including Varanasi, Prayagraj and Chitrakoot, officials said. (With inputs from PTI)
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Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express flagged off by PM Modi
Kochi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express on Saturday in an online event from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The Ernakulam Junction KSR Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express (06652) left the station here at 8.41 am, though the scheduled time was 8 am, to the sound of drum beats. The latest Vande 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 .
PM Modi Flags Off 4 Vande Bharat Trains from Varanasi
The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat will connect prominent cultural and religious destinations including Varanasi, Prayagraj and Chitrakoot
PM Modi Flags Off 4 New Vande Bharat Trains From Banaras Railway Station
VARANASI (UP), Nov 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains here from the Banaras railway station. The new Vande Bharat Express trains will operate on the Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Firozpur-Delhi and Ernakulam-Bengaluru routes. The semi-high-speed trains will significantly reduce travel time between major stations, enhance regional mobility, promote tourism and support economic activity across the country, according to an official statement. The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat will connect prominent cultural and religious destinations including [] The post PM Modi Flags Off 4 New Vande Bharat Trains From Banaras Railway Station appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Narendra Modi terms Vande Bharat trains symbol of India's transformation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off four Vande Bharat trains, including one connecting Varanasi and Khajuraho, hailing them as symbols of India's transformation and railway advancement. He emphasized infrastructure development's role in economic growth, noting the Vande Bharat network's expansion and its impact on boosting tourism to pilgrimage sites like Kashi and Ayodhya.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains on routes Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Firozpur-Delhi, and Ernakulam-Bengaluru. Built by ICF Chennai, these trains boost connectivity, cut travel time, and enhance tourism and trade nationwide.
PM Modi Flags Off Four New Vande Bharat Express From Varanasi | Updates
This new route will boost religious and cultural tourism, providing pilgrims and travellers with a faster, more modern, and comfortable way to reach Khajuraho.
Ekm-Bengaluru Vande Bharat, Keralas 3rd, chugs off today
KOCHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the new Vande Bharat Express to Kerala -- between Ernakulam Junction and KSR Bengaluru -- through videoconferencing on Saturday. The main event will be held at the Banaras railway station in Uttar Pradesh, from where the Prime Minister will flag off four Vande Bharat services -- Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow Jn-Saharanpur, and Firozpur Cantt-Delhi, besides the Ernakulam-Bengaluru train. This will be the third Vande Bharat service for Kerala and the first inter-state Vande Bharat service linking Kerala with Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, a Railways spokesperson said. With the introduction of the service, 12 pairs of Vande Bharat trains will serve the Southern Railway jurisdiction. The new Vande Bharat Express will provide seamless connectivity between Bengaluru and Ernakulam. This train traverses major cities of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, including Thrissur, Palakkad, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Erode, and Salem, before reaching Krishnarajapuram and KSR Bengaluru. The service will greatly benefit IT professionals, businessmen, and students, among others, the spokesperson said. The function at Varanasi will be live-streamed at the Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Erode, and Salem stations. Elected representatives, other dignitaries, students, passengers, and the general public will participate in the event. The train will be accorded a warm reception at all the stations, the spokesperson added.
Silence Alive: A cultural exploration through final farewells
Micheal Gleich has been on a quest to understand the denouement of human existence. The nuances of final farewells always intrigued him. Fascinated by the existentialism behind it and the numerous ways of bidding adieu, the Berlin-based journalist sought to explore how different cultures viewed life and death. Silence Alive: The Global Culture of Farewell, a photo exhibition currently on display at the Museum Park captures this exploration in a visual journey. Coordinated by Goethe-Zentrum, Thiruvananthapuram, the exhibition showcases Micheals frames from countries such as Malaysia, the UK, South Africa, Lebanon, Tunisia, Rwanda, France, Austria, Germany, and Kerala in India. The lingering silence is a common factor in almost all cultures. Even in those where there needs to be a showcasing of sound. Yet, the core of the rituals brings alive several emotions of traditions, of love and respect, of the relations shared with the elements, and finally, the question of existence, explains Micheal. Cemeteries are also places of silence and loving remembrances, and oases of verdant quiet amidst the bustling sounds of urban life. Micheal says that his background as a journalist helped him travel across the globe, during which he could find time to delve deeper into the subject. There are remnants of the relationship humans once shared with the elements before conflicts began changing indigenous cultures, he adds. For example, the cremation of bodies or offering them to fire. While it is common in places like India and Nepal, whereas in the Middle East, it is taboo. In Europe, cremation is still prevalent and nowadays, the process is more sought-after, as an urn of ashes takes up lesser space when compared to the space needed for burial. Micheal also reveals his deep interest in Indian funeral traditions. I visited Kannur, where I found the rituals to be deeply connected to water. A similar feature I have found in almost all cultures. There is a deep connection between death rituals and water. Another Indian destination he is keen to study is Varanasi, where death finds a final, celebrated space at Manikarnika Ghat. He also plans to visit South America to expand his research. And this research, Micheal says, is not about camera technique, expertise, or the equipment. Eyes should observe and the heart should see. I click that way, he smiles. The exhibition, inaugurated by filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan on November 5, will conclude on Saturday. Entry is free.
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Kashis transformation: A modern city with ancient soul
Varanasi, a city of deep spiritual and historical significance, has undergone a remarkable transformation between 2014 and 2025. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, infrastructure, healthcare, and tourism have been significantly enhanced, preserving Kashi's ancient traditions. Major projects like the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and international events have boosted its global profile while maintaining its core cultural identity.
UP tourism soars: Ayodhya, Varanasi, Prayagraj drive record domestic footfall
Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a remarkable 361% surge in domestic tourist footfall over eight years, making it India's top destination. This growth is primarily driven by the holy trinity of Kashi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya, with significant increases in visitor numbers to these sacred sites.
Dev Deepawali 2025: Varanasi to glow with 10L diyas, 3D Kashi Katha show and green fireworks
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Passenger on board Varanasi-Mumbai flight opens emergency exit door before takeoff, arrested
LUCKNOW: A passenger on board Akasa Air's flight QP 1497 -- Varanasi to Mumbai -- was detained on Monday, for allegedly trying to open the aircraft's emergency exit doors before take-off. According to an Akasa Air statement, A passenger on flight QP 1497, scheduled to operate from Varanasi to Mumbai on November 03, 2025, attempted to open an emergency exit door cover without authorisation while the aircraft was still stationary at the parking bay. The individual was identified, and in line with standard operating protocols, was offloaded and handed over to the relevant authorities. All passengers and crew are safe. The aircraft was thoroughly inspected and cleared by the engineering team before the flight departed at 21:00 hours, added the statement. The flight was scheduled to depart at 6.45 pm. As per the Varanasi Police, the incident occurred while the aircraft was taxiing toward the runway. The passenger, Sujit Singh of Gaura Badshahpur in Jaunpur district, attempted to open the emergency exit. Immediately, the cabin crew informed the pilot. He passed the information to the Air Traffic Control and returned the aircraft to the apron. All passengers were escorted off the plane, and security personnel took Sujit Singh into custody for questioning, said the sources. Phoolpur Station House Officer Praveen Kumar Singh said the passenger claimed he tried to open the exit out of curiosity, following which he was arrested.
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On the same day, PM Modi will hold a meeting with senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and prominent personalities from the city and region.During his visit, the Prime Minister will also flag off the Vande Bharat Express train from Varanasi to Khajuraho at Banaras Railway Station
Passenger detained for trying to open emergency exit on flight in Varanasi
Passenger on an Akasa Air flight from Varanasi to Mumbai was detained after attempting to open the emergency exit before takeoff. The aircraft returned to the apron, and the man was taken into custody for questioning after security clearance.
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A passenger on an Akasa Air flight from Varanasi to Mumbai was detained after attempting to open an emergency exit before takeoff. The pilot returned the aircraft to the apron, and security escorted passengers off. The passenger claimed he acted out of curiosity and has been booked.
Passenger detained for trying to open emergency exit on flight at Varanasi airport
VARANASI: A passenger on an Akasa Air flight from Varanasi to Mumbai was detained after he allegedly tried to open the aircraft's emergency exit before takeoff, officials said on Tuesday. The incident took place aboard flight QP 1497, which was scheduled to depart for Mumbai at 6.45 pm on Monday from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. As the aircraft was taxiing towards the runway, the passenger, Sujit Singh, a resident of Gaura Badshahpur in Jaunpur district, attempted to open the emergency exit, police said. Following an alert from the cabin crew, the pilot informed the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and brought the aircraft back to the apron. Security personnel escorted all passengers off the plane and took Sujit Singh into custody for questioning, the police said. Phoolpur Station House Officer (SHO) Praveen Kumar Singh said the passenger told investigators that he tried to open the exit out of curiosity. Sujit Singh has been booked, the officer said. The flight departed for Mumbai at around 7. 45 pm after security clearance.
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All set for Dev Deepawali tomorrow: Ghats to glow with divine grandeur
