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Train operations between Jammu and Srinagar will begin in the coming weeks, including a Vande Bharat train taking three hours and 10 minutes. Services will start from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, with round trips daily. Railways also introduced a new Jammu rail division and continue speed trials for the Vande Bharat sleeper train.
The United States of Kailasa, led by fugitive Swami Nithyananda, claims to be a sovereign Hindu nation with its own currency and passports. However, 20 of its followers were arrested in Bolivia for illegal land agreements. Nithyananda, accused of serious crimes in India, argues these are conspiracies against him.
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened flat in trade on Friday ahead of the RBI monetary policy. While BSE Sensex was above 78,050, Nifty50 was near 23,600.
Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh acknowledged that finding a permanent solution to the state's ongoing crisis will be a lengthy process due to its fragile nature. He highlighted government efforts, the re-imposition of AFSPA, and commemorated Nupi Lan, praising Manipuri women's historical and contemporary contributions. He also addressed the treatment of Myanmar refugees, emphasising equal treatment under UN guidelines.
Americans are preparing for increased prices on various goods after President Trump imposed significant tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico. The tariffs aim to combat the opioid crisis and balance trade deficits, but they may lead to economic challenges, including higher consumer prices and strained international relations.
In the middle of the night, the President expressed his anger over a distorted portrait of himself in Colorado's State Capitol, blaming the state's Democrat Governor Jared Polis. He also criticized CBS for a 'puff piece' on George Clooney and slammed The New York Times for biased reporting.
Prime Minister Modi invoked Goddess Lakshmi on Budget-eve, later Indian taxpayers received significant tax relief. Finance Minister announced revised tax slabs where the biggest benefit is for those earning up to Rs 12.75 lakh, making their tax liability nil. Changes include rebates up to Rs 60,000 and altered tax rates for various income brackets.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar addressed concerns regarding a $21 million USAID funding for voter turnout in India, raised by former US President Donald Trump. He assured that the government is investigating the matter to reveal any underlying issues. Jaishankar emphasized the strengthening of bilateral ties during PM Modi's US visit.
A charred woman's body was discovered in a burning bag in east Delhi's Gazipur area. Police suspect murder and believe the body was thrown from a vehicle near the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border. They have initiated an investigation, retrieved CCTV footage, and registered a case under murder and evidence destruction statutes.
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has dismissed calls for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, citing its status as a protected monument while opposing glorification of the emperor. Union minister Ramdas Athawale has suggested replacing the tomb with a memorial for Chhatrapati Sambhaji. Tensions have escalated, with protests by right-wing groups and violent clashes reported.