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National Governance & Policy 16 Oct 2026, 01:57 AM IST

Kerala’s Sabari Rail Revival Hinges on State Share, Says Chief Minister

Efforts are under way to revive the long-stalled Sabari rail project by using Kerala’s 50% financial share, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said, while noting that the Railways has been asked to contribute its portion as well. The project, whose estimated cost stood at ₹3,800 crore in 2023, remains a significant infrastructure proposal for improving connectivity in southern Kerala and easing pressure on existing transport corridors.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:02 AM IST

Cabinet Clears ₹2,010 Crore Bonus for Over 11 Lakh Railway Employees Ahead of Festive Season

The Union Cabinet has approved a productivity-linked bonus of ₹2,010 crore for more than 11 lakh railway employees, extending a yearly fiscal incentive that typically arrives before the Durga Puja and Dussehra holidays. The payment is intended to reward performance, reinforce workforce morale, and support one of the country’s largest public-sector employers during the peak festive period.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:02 AM IST

Supreme Court Orders Insurance Cover for Offline Railway Tickets from October 27

India’s Supreme Court has mandated that insurance coverage must be extended to passengers buying railway tickets offline, ending a distinction that had so far benefited only online purchasers. The order, effective October 27, is expected to widen access to low-cost travel protection across the rail network and bring the offline booking system into line with digital ticketing practices.

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National Governance & Policy14 Oct 2026, 11:18 PM IST

Cabinet Approves 78-Day Bonus for 11.4 Lakh Railway Employees as Freight, Passenger Traffic Hit Records

The Union Cabinet has approved a productivity-linked bonus equivalent to 78 days’ wages for 11.4 lakh railway employees, recognising their role in a year of record freight loading and passenger traffic. The annual payout underscores the government’s effort to reward operational performance while reinforcing the railways’ central role in India’s logistics and mobility network.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 06:54 PM IST

Mysuru TTE’s Vigilance Helps Recover Passenger’s Stolen Laptop and Valuables

A vigilant Travelling Ticket Examiner on a train to Mysuru helped authorities recover a passenger’s stolen laptop and other valuables, underscoring the role frontline railway staff can play in passenger security. The incident highlights both the persistent risk of theft on rail journeys and the importance of quick reporting, coordination, and on-board awareness.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy05 Oct 2026, 10:13 AM IST

Vande Bharat Hits 100 kmph Past Chenab and Anji Bridges in Speed Test

India’s Railways has successfully tested a higher-speed run of Vande Bharat Express Train No. 26401/26404 across the Chenab and Anji bridges, with the train crossing at 100 kmph on Friday. The trial underscores growing confidence in the engineering and operational readiness of one of the country’s most ambitious rail corridors, including the world’s highest railway arch bridge.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 10:48 AM IST

Vande Bharat Hits 100 kmph Past Chenab Arch Bridge in Speed Test

India’s Railways said Vande Bharat Express Train No. 26401/26404 successfully crossed the Chenab and Anji bridges at 100 kmph during a test run on Friday, marking a notable operational milestone on one of the country’s most technically demanding rail corridors. The trial underscores the government’s push to demonstrate higher-speed, higher-reliability rail infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir, where terrain and engineering complexity have long constrained connectivity.

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National Governance & Policy03 Oct 2026, 11:56 PM IST

Kotipalli-Narsapur Railway Project Back on Track After ₹100 Crore Sanction, Says Amalapuram MP

The long-pending Kotipalli-Narsapur railway project has regained momentum after the Centre approved an administrative sanction of ₹100 crore, according to Amalapuram MP Harish Balayogi. He said the funding clearance will help accelerate land acquisition, a critical step that has repeatedly delayed progress on the coastal rail link in Andhra Pradesh. Balayogi’s remarks signal renewed political and administrative push for a project seen as important for regional connectivity, freight movement, and economic integration across the Godavari delta region.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (03:42 PM IST)

Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Likely to Launch This Month, Set for Six-Day Weekly Run

The long-anticipated Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper service is likely to begin operations this month, according to a Railway Board communication accessed by The Hindu. The train, numbered 27652 from KSR Bengaluru to CSMT and 27651 on the return leg, has reportedly been cleared on the basis of minutes from a February 16, 2026 meeting, signalling a major addition to India’s premium long-distance rail network.

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Startups & Venture CapitalJust now (04:57 PM IST)

WillJini Secures First Funding at $3.5 Million Valuation Without a VC Pitch

Estate-planning startup WillJini has closed its first external funding round at a $3.5 million valuation, achieving the milestone without formally pitching a single venture capital firm. The company said it scaled monthly revenue from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 50 lakh over three years by reinvesting customer cash flow, before bringing in capital from SPJIMR batchmates, friends, and channel partners.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (01:50 PM IST)

Road Transport Ministry Marks Swachhata Hi Seva With Nationwide 'One Day, One Hour, Together' Cleanliness Drive

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has joined the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign with a coordinated 'One Day, One Hour, Together' shramdaan initiative, underscoring the government’s continuing push to link public service with civic cleanliness. The exercise reflects a broader administrative effort to convert symbolic participation into visible, on-ground sanitation action across institutions and workplaces.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (12:48 PM IST)

Everyone Has Equal Right to Access Justice: Supreme Court Refuses Judicial Officer’s Plea

The Supreme Court has declined to entertain a plea by a judicial officer seeking priority hearing before the High Court, underscoring that every litigant has an equal right to access justice. The Bench said granting special treatment to one petitioner would be unfair to others already waiting for their matters to be heard, reinforcing the principle that court time must be allocated impartially.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (03:07 AM IST)

India’s Rice Industry Eyes Higher-Margin Bets Beyond Raw Grain

India’s rice sector is preparing to look beyond bulk grain exports and into a wider universe of value-added products, as a new industry assessment is set to map demand, margins, investment requirements and export potential across emerging categories. The move reflects a broader push to capture higher returns from rice-derived foods, ingredients and industrial applications at a time when traditional trade is under pressure from price competition and policy volatility.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (08:22 PM IST)

Nifty Bank Slumps Below 54,000 as Rate-Hike Fears and Rising Yields Trigger Two-Day Rout

Banking stocks came under intense selling pressure on Monday, dragging the Nifty Bank index below 54,000 for the first time since early June after a two-day slide of nearly 1,800 points. The decline reflects mounting concern that the Reserve Bank of India may keep policy tighter for longer as bond yields rise and rate-sensitive sectors reprice risk. Market participants said the selloff has been amplified by profit-taking in heavyweight lenders, a cautious macro outlook and a broader reassessment of valuation support for financials. Traders will now watch bond markets, RBI commentary and credit-growth signals for clues on whether the correction deepens or stabilises.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (02:29 PM IST)

U.P. Turns Village Waters Into Fisheries Engine as Leasing Expands Across Ponds and Rivers

Uttar Pradesh is intensifying its push to make fisheries a core pillar of rural livelihoods by bringing more than 80,000 hectares of Gram Sabha ponds and 2,205 km of rivers under leasing. State officials say the strategy has helped lift fish production from 6.29 lakh tonnes to 15.90 lakh tonnes over eight years, underscoring a major shift in the use of village water bodies for income generation and food supply.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life SciencesJust now (12:26 PM IST)

Motilal Oswal Sees Aster DM EBITDA Rising 25% CAGR Through FY28, Sets Rs 910 Target

Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on Aster DM Quality Care with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 910, arguing that merger synergies, capacity expansion and improving operating metrics should drive a sustained earnings re-rating. The brokerage expects revenue, EBITDA and PAT to compound at 19.5%, 25% and 33%, respectively, through FY28, placing the hospital chain among the more attractive growth stories in India’s healthcare services space.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (08:57 AM IST)

Coal Minister Says No Shortage Exists as Rail Supply to Power Plants Is Raised

India has no coal shortage and supplies to thermal power stations are being stepped up through additional railway rakes, Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy said on Monday, pushing back against concerns over tight inventories at power plants. The clarification comes after the number of plants with coal stocks below 25% of required levels, or enough for less than three days of generation, rose sharply to 74 as of September 19.

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New Delhi(11)India(7)Union Cabinet(2)Supreme Court of India(2)Chenab Bridge(2)Anji Bridge(2)