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PM Modi presses Putin on Ukraine peace, raises safety of seafarers in Black Sea

Eastern Railway announces Puja special trains to North Bengal, Assam; ticket booking soon

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Delhi-NCR weather update: Heavy rain lashes several areas as IMD issues red alert

The fresh spell of rain comes a day before the BRICS Leaders’ Summit is scheduled to begin in New Delhi. The IMD has forecast further rainfall during the two-day summit, which will be held on September 12 and 13.

Rain lashes Delhi ahead of BRICS Summit, red alert issued

The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Delhi on Friday as moderate to heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms swept the city on the opening day of the BRICS Leaders’ Summit. The downpour, expected to deliver 10‑40 mm of rain across Delhi‑NCR, follows a week of dry, unusually warm weather.

Ghaziabad railway station traffic block: 18 trains cancelled, platforms changed for 45 services

Northern Railway’s Delhi Division will impose a ten‑day power and traffic block on platform 4 at Ghaziabad station from 25 September to 4 October 2026. The maintenance work will cancel 18 trains and shift platforms for 45 services, prompting passengers to verify schedules before travel.

IRCTC handled 20 lakh train ticket bookings in a day: How it is managing the festive season rush

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Special train between Yeshwantpur and Bidar for Ganesha Chaturthi festival

South Western Railway announced a special express service between Yeshwantpur and Bidar to accommodate the surge of travelers during Ganesh Chaturthi. The train will run on September 11‑13 with designated stops and a mixed coach composition.

US-Iran War shadow over BRICS Summit? Can host India bridge divisions in the Middle East?

The upcoming BRICS summit in India is being held against the backdrop of heightened US‑Iran tensions, prompting New Delhi to position itself as a mediator in Middle‑East disputes. Analysts warn that any prolonged disruption in West Asia could raise India’s import costs, fuel inflation and strain its economic outlook.

The wait is almost over: India-made bullet train coach ready as Vapi-Surat section nears completion, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that India's first indigenous bullet train body frame and test coach are ready, with track trials scheduled soon.

Russia launches deadly strikes on Kyiv as pause during US envoy visits ends

Russia launches deadly strikes on Kyiv as pause during US envoy visits ends Al JazeeraRussia pounds Kyiv one day after visit by Witkoff and Kushner CNNRussian drone, missile strikes on Kyiv kill 2, end pause in attacks The HinduRussia’s drone attack hits Ukraine’s SBU headquarters, Zelenskiy says ThePrintExplosions rock Kyiv as Russia resumes attacks after three-day pause amid US peace push WION

Surabhi Vanzara Says She Isn’t Afraid Of Trolls After ‘India’s Got Latent 2’ Appearance: ‘Mummy Ji Trained Me’

Surabhi Vanzara Says She Isn’t Afraid Of Trolls After ‘India’s Got Latent 2’ Appearance: ‘Mummy Ji Trained Me’

Monsoon retreat: Delhi-NCR bids adieu to rain as IMD issues high-alert deluge warnings for UP, Bihar, and Odisha

The IMD has issued heavy rain alerts for eastern and central India, including UP, Bihar, MP, and Odisha, while monsoon activity slows down across Delhi-NCR.

Inflation puts festive cheer under strain, says Congress

Congress accuses Union government of resorting to 'statistical jugglery' instead of containing inflation

India, Bangladesh likely to discuss resumption of passenger train services

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Tamil Nadu’s Nagercoil railway station to get 9 new lines to handle more trains

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Keralam gym trainer arrested for allegedly drugging and sexually assaulting minor

A special squad took the accused into custody at Atholi on Sunday and recorded his arrest under sections of POCSO Act

US Envoys Witkoff, Kushner Visit Ukraine In Fresh Push For Russia Peace Deal

US Envoys Witkoff, Kushner Visit Ukraine In Fresh Push For Russia Peace Deal

Collector inspects flood mitigation projects in Cuddalore

The works include construction of check-dams, drainage facilities, sluices to prevent breaches along riverbanks, strengthening of flood-damaged embankments, and flood-protection walls.

2 coaches of Sikkim Mahananda Express derail in Bihar after red signal overshoot

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Farakka rail restoration nears completion; North Bengal train services may resume soon

Trial run conducted on restored down line as railway authorities inspect tracks for safety