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A Digital Leap for India’s Rail Network Indian Railways is accelerating its transition into a technology-driven transport system, expanding AI-powered safety and communication tools to enhance both passenger experience and operational efficiency. This modernization push reflects a broader effort to convert traditional railway infrastructure into “smart” ecosystems, where real-time data, predictive analytics, and advanced connectivity work…

A Call for Peace and Open Sea Lanes India has welcomed the US–Iran ceasefire, framing it as a crucial step toward restoring stability in West Asia while strongly advocating for lasting peace and uninterrupted global trade. Emphasising dialogue, de-escalation, and diplomacy, New Delhi has reiterated that the temporary truce must evolve into a sustainable resolution. Central to…

Growth Optimism with Caution: RBI’s Latest Policy Signals The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has projected a robust GDP growth of 7.6% for FY26, reinforcing confidence in the economy’s resilience even as it navigates global uncertainties. In its latest policy announcement, the central bank kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintaining a balanced stance between…

High-Stakes Contest as Bengal Heads to Polls Can the Bharatiya Janata Party halt Mamata Banerjee from securing a fourth consecutive term in West Bengal? That question defines one of India’s most closely watched political battles, with assembly elections scheduled in multiple phases from April 23 to April 29, and results to be declared on May…

Barpeta Rally Sets the Tone for High-Stakes Election Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday projected a third consecutive victory for the BJP-led NDA in Assam, declaring that the party is heading for a “hat-trick” while the Congress risks a “century of defeats.” Addressing a massive rally in Barpeta on the BJP’s foundation day, Modi framed the upcoming…

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has promised full statehood for Puducherry during a high-energy rally in Lawspet, placing the demand at the centre of the party’s campaign ahead of the April 9 assembly elections. Positioning Congress as a counter to what he termed “remote control governance” from Delhi, Gandhi accused the ruling alliance of undermining local autonomy…

Jaishankar’s Outreach Signals India’s De-escalation Push India has reiterated its support for ongoing efforts to halt the escalating Iran-US conflict, following high-level talks between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The conversation comes at a time of heightened tensions in West Asia, with India positioning itself firmly in favor of dialogue…

Supreme Court Steps in Amid Explosive Allegations In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has ordered a preliminary probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation into alleged irregularities in awarding public works contracts worth ₹1,270 crore to firms linked to the family of CM Pema Khandu. The directive, issued by a bench comprising…

A Critical Voyage Through Conflict Waters The successful transit of India’s eighth LPG carrier, Green Sanvi, through the Strait of Hormuz underscores a crucial development amid the escalating West Asia crisis. Carrying over 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG, the vessel is now en route to India with BPCL as the buyer, marking another milestone in New…