Latest updates in india
Indian Railways has electrified over 99% of its broad-gauge network across 25 states, marking a major modernization achievement. This infrastructure upgrade aims to reduce emissions and operational costs while supporting faster train services.
India's stock market has become the world's least volatile equity market according to Bloomberg data. Strong domestic investment and economic fundamentals have created stability despite global market swings.
India summoned Bangladesh's envoy after vandals attacked the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi. The incident adds strain to bilateral relations amid tensions over minority issues.
Dense fog across North India on Saturday led to significant travel chaos, delaying over 100 flights at Delhi's main airport and affecting road and rail transport. Meteorological officials have issued alerts for several states.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Rs 8,000 crore Namrup IV urea plant in Assam. The facility will produce 12.7 lakh metric tonnes annually to reduce import dependency and create jobs.
Eight endangered Asiatic elephants died after being struck by the Rajdhani Express in Assam. The collision derailed five coaches but caused no passenger injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing conflicts between railways and wildlife in elephant habitats.