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Railways have announced unreserved special trains from Kolkata to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh for the Diwali and Chhath festival period. Nationally, the Supreme Court has commented on sharply higher air fares, while India's government has highlighted renewable energy as a buffer against the effects of the Iran war.
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Eastern Railway Announces Diwali and Chhath Special Trains
Eastern Railway has announced special trains for the Diwali and Chhath festival period, with route and date details published. Reports list the routes and dates for the services.
Three Unreserved Special Trains From Kolkata for Chhath
Railways have announced three unreserved special services from Kolkata to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh for the Chhath Puja period. The services are aimed at travellers heading to the region for the festival.
India News
Supreme Court Says Don't Fly Over Air Fare Hikes
The Supreme Court responded to a petition against high ticket prices, with headlines reporting the court advising people not to travel by air. One report cites air fares rising by 700 percent.
Supreme Court on Marital Discord and Termination of Pregnancy
The Supreme Court has ruled that marital discord is not a ground for termination of pregnancy. The headline does not provide further detail on the bench or the case.
Renewable Energy Investment Cushioned Iran War Impact, Says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said investment in renewable energy helped cushion the blow of the Iran war on India. The headline is the only available detail.
Smugglers Attack Three BSF Jawans in Tripura
Smugglers attacked three Border Security Force personnel in Tripura, and the state Chief Minister has vowed strict action. No further details were available in the headline.
India Urges UNHRC to Strengthen Cooperation Against Terrorism
India has called on the UN Human Rights Council to strengthen cooperation against terrorism. The headline is the only detail available.
Amit Shah Says Rahul Gandhi Can Be PM Only in Mock Parliament
Union Home Minister Amit Shah made remarks about Rahul Gandhi's prospects for becoming Prime Minister, saying it could only happen in a mock parliament. The headline is the only detail available.
India Thrash South Korea 8-0 in Asian Hockey Championship
India defeated South Korea 8-0 in the Asian Hockey Championship. The result is the only detail in the headline.
Rishabh Pant to Undergo Fitness Assessment Before New Zealand Tour
Cricketer Rishabh Pant is set to undergo a fitness assessment before leaving for New Zealand. The report does not give further details.
Shock and Anger After Eight-Year-Old Beats Six-Year-Old in Classroom
A classroom incident in which an eight-year-old beat a six-year-old has caused shock and anger across India, according to BBC reporting. The headline is the only detail available.
Eight Workers Killed After Roadwork Machine Touches Power Line in Rajasthan
Eight workers were killed in Rajasthan after a roadwork machine touched a power line. The reported toll is the only figure in the headline.
Mumbai Mayor Responds to Dia Mirza Video Row
The Mumbai Mayor has responded to a row over a video involving actor Dia Mirza, with the headline reporting that the Mayor said the video took an anti-government stand. Further details were not available.
Thousands Evacuated as India Braces for Second Cyclone in a Week
Thousands of people have been evacuated as India prepares for a second cyclone within a week. The report does not specify the affected areas in the headline.
Gandhi Vows to Step Up Pressure on Modi at Protest Rally
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has vowed to step up pressure on Prime Minister Modi at a protest rally. The headline is the only detail available.