Eastern Railway has intensified its campaign against smoking on trains and railway premises, warning that violators will face strict action under the Railways Act, 1989, including fines of up to ₹2,000, removal from the compartment and other legal consequences. The railway administration said smoking inside trains and railway premises poses a serious fire hazard and endangers the safety of passengers. A single spark in the enclosed environment of a moving train can potentially lead to a major fire, putting hundreds of lives at risk. As part of its safety initiative, Eastern Railway has strengthened surveillance and enforcement measures across its…
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Eastern Railway has appealed to the public to refrain from disrupting train services or damaging railway property, warning that stringent legal action will be taken against offenders under the amended provisions of the Railways Act, 1989, introduced through the Jan Vishwas Act, 2026. Highlighting the importance of uninterrupted rail services, Eastern Railway said the railway network serves millions of passengers every day and that any disruption affects not only train operations but also the lives and livelihoods of countless people, including commuters, workers, students and patients awaiting essential services. General Manager Milind Deouskar said the railways belong to the people…
Recently India and Myanmar reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation, with a focus on security coordination, countering transnational crimes and enhancing operational collaboration between relevant agencies during the 23rd National Level Meeting held in New Delhi. The two-day meeting, brought together senior officials from both countries. The Indian delegation was led by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, while the Myanmar delegation was headed by Major General Min Thu, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. During the meeting, both sides highlighted the importance of their longstanding friendship and close partnership, reiterating…
Recently 194 Battalion, Border Security Force (BSF) solemnly commemorated the supreme sacrifice of Martyr Late Ct. Ganesh Chandra Ghosh by organizing a Shraddhanjali Samaroh at Noonaganj Village at Nadia in West Bengal, the martyr’s native place, on the occasion of the anniversary of his martyrdom during the Kargil War on 05 July 1999. The ceremony commenced with a tribute address by Sh. M.V.S. Mugunthan, Commandant, 194 Battalion BSF, who paid heartfelt homage to the brave soldier and highlighted his exemplary courage, unwavering patriotism and selfless devotion in the service of the nation. BSF personnel, along with civil dignitaries, offered floral…
The Indian Navy today commissioned the indigenous stealth guided missile frigate INS Mahendragiri into the Eastern Fleet in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, marking another milestone in India’s indigenous warship construction programme. Built under Project 17A, INS Mahendragiri is the sixth stealth frigate of the class to join the Navy within the last 18 months. Designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, the warship has more than 75 per cent indigenous content. With a displacement of around 6,670 tonnes and a maximum speed of 28 knots, the frigate…
India and New Zealand on Saturday elevated their bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon unveiling the India–New Zealand Strategic Partnership: Roadmap to 2030, a comprehensive framework aimed at expanding cooperation across defence, trade, security, education, science and people-to-people exchanges over the next four years. The roadmap outlines six key pillars of cooperation and provides a structured framework to deepen engagement through regular high-level political dialogue, enhanced defence collaboration, stronger economic ties and closer coordination on regional and global issues. Enhanced Political and Defence Engagement: Under the roadmap,…
Rajnath Singh today described India as a key pillar of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region, praising the Indian Navy for protecting the nation’s maritime interests and ensuring the presence of the Tricolour across the region amid a rapidly evolving global security landscape. Addressing naval personnel at Barakhana in Visakhapatnam ahead of the commissioning of Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, the Defence Minister highlighted the critical role of maritime security in safeguarding India’s economic and strategic interests. He stated that more than 90 per cent of India’s trade by volume is conducted through maritime routes,…
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is under scrutiny after reports that the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is reviewing the federation’s financial activities linked to operations in the US. The inquiry is reportedly examining possible money laundering concerns, irregular transactions and the movement of funds through the American financial system. US investigators are said to be reviewing AFA-related contracts, sponsorship revenues and transactions involving US-based entities, including operations connected to the administration of AFA president Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia. No charges have been filed against the federation or its officials, and the investigation does not indicate any confirmed wrongdoing.…
The Indian Coast Guard Region (North East), Kolkata, conducted the District/Station Commanders’ and Works Conference at the Regional Headquarters, Kolkata, on 09–10 July 2026 under the chairmanship of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (North East). The conference was attended by District and Station Commanders, senior officers from the Regional Headquarters, Works Officers, representatives of the Military Engineer Services (MES), Defence Estates Office (DEO), and officers from subordinate units. The two-day conference reviewed the Region’s operational, administrative and infrastructure-related activities, with detailed deliberations on operational preparedness, maritime and coastal security, surveillance, search and rescue (SAR), pollution response, inter-agency coordination, training, logistics,…
India and Australia on Friday unveiled the India–Australia Roadmap for Sports Collaboration, a comprehensive framework aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across sports through capacity building, sports science, major sporting events, industry partnerships and women’s participation. The roadmap, launched during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan, builds on the 2023 Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Sports and aligns with both countries’ preparations for a decade of major international sporting events, including the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic…