Starting this summer, five new toy trains with Vistadome coaches will operate from Kalka to Shimla, enhancing the travel experience with large glass windows and roofs. The plan aims to meet the growing demand, offering picturesque views of Himachal Pradesh's hills and forests.
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The Rouse Avenue court on Tuesday allowed Delhi CM Atishi Marlena’s appeal against a defamation summon issued by BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor. The court ruled that the allegations were political and emphasized the high threshold for political defamation cases. Kapoor's complaint was deemed inappropriate, as he was not directly harmed. Atishi had claimed the BJP attempted to pressure her into joining the party or face arrest by the ED.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 30 lakh on Air India for allowing a first officer to operate a flight without meeting mandatory recency requirements. The sanctions were due to failures in the airline's rostering system, and three senior officials are to face disciplinary actions.
An Indian-American student at Houston University has accused a Hinduism course of bias, alleging it misrepresented aspects of the Hindu religion and politically branded PM Narendra Modi as a Hindu fundamentalist. The university defended its course as academically rigorous and committed to exploring complex religious and political issues.
Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut urged Congress to take the lead in maintaining the INDIA-bloc alliance, emphasizing their elder brother role. He highlighted the alliance's success in the 2024 elections but pointed out the lack of post-election meetings and communication issues.
Opposition parties are coordinating informally in the Parliament, raising joint issues against the BJP-led government. Recently, they protested Speaker Om Birla's decision to prevent Rahul Gandhi from speaking and the rejection of key discussions, leading to a temporary walkout.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar confirmed a bilateral trade agreement discussion with US Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, who is in the US. This follows President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs, citing unfair high tariffs from India and other nations. Trump emphasized equivalent tariffs to level the playing field.
Tejashwi Yadav criticized Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for his outdated comment on women's sartorial choices, calling it an insult to half the state's population. Yadav's response followed a video where Kumar appreciated the improved confidence and attire of women, leading to criticism from various quarters.
Uttarkashi district police have registered a case against unknown individuals for spreading false rumours about an impending high-magnitude earthquake. A widely circulated social media post caused panic, leading residents to leave their homes on a cold night. Efforts are underway to identify those responsible.
Home Minister Amit Shah will launch the Bharatpol portal to streamline international criminal cooperation through Interpol. This CBI-developed portal will enhance real-time information sharing among law enforcement agencies, facilitating faster responses to transnational crimes. The launch will take place during the CBI investiture ceremony where police medals will be awarded to 35 officers.
North India is reeling under cold weather with temperatures plummeting across several states. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 7 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, with a thin layer of fog enveloping parts of the national capital. On Tuesday, Delhi recorded a temperature of 10.30 am.