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Varanasi-New Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper train

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Varanasi–New Delhi Route Approved, Check Route, Timings and Stops

The proposed overnight service will connect Varanasi with the national capital via Prayagraj and Kanpur, offering another travel option for pilgrims, tourists, students and business travellers.

DA Hike 2026: Centre Approves 3% Increase, Allowance Rises to 63%

Asaram Misses Parole Deadline: Jodhpur Police Register FIR After Late Return to Jail

Centre Amends Motor Vehicle Rules to Allow E100 Ethanol Fuel in Flex-Fuel Vehicles

Delhi BS6 Entry Ban From November 1 Could Affect Over 10 Lakh NCR Vehicles

Delhi's winter pollution restrictions will bar non-BS6 petrol and diesel vehicles registered outside the capital until January 31, affecting commuters from Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad.

CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, whose detention is under review in Delhi

Delhi Police may seek further custody of CJP leaders Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka

The two CJP leaders, held in Tihar Jail for seven days, withdrew their Delhi High Court petition as police prepared to seek another custody extension.

Manipur CM orders tighter security after three civilians killed in suspected militant attack

Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh reviewed the state's security situation and directed officials to strengthen protection in vulnerable areas after three civilians were killed and three others injured in an attack near the Imphal East–Kangpokpi border.

Nandan Nilekani speaks at Bloomberg New Economy Forum 2026 in New Delhi about AI, question banks and examination security.

Nandan Nilekani Proposes Last-Minute Question Papers, AI to Prevent Exam Leaks

The Infosys chairman says secure digital question banks and expanded computer-based testing could address examination security concerns following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy.

The revival of student-union elections at Indian universities: Explained

From Karnataka’s decision to revive campus polls after nearly four decades to student protests at Aligarh Muslim University and Jamia Millia Islamia, the demand for elected student representation is gaining attention. But the rules governing campus politics, concerns over violence and the powers of university administrations remain central to the debate.

Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood named International Science Council Fellow for 2026

India’s Principal Scientific Adviser has been recognised in the International Science Council’s 2026 cohort for his contributions to science and efforts to strengthen global science advice. The fellowship brings together scientists and policy leaders from nearly 30 countries.