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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Passengers hopeful of Vande Bharat train connecting Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar with Pune
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Speculations are rife that the Vande Bharat train expected to run on Pune-Shegaon route is likely to pass through Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. At present, Jalna-Mumbai Vande Bharat train passes through the city. Its services are scheduled to be extended to Nanded soon. Railway activist Raj Somani said a Vande Bharat train on Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar-Pune route would be a boon for passengers, and the Railway Board should clear the new train at the earliest. "There is no proper train connectivity between Pune and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar at present. A Vande Bharat train on this route would be a win-win situation for the Indian Railways and passenger community," he said. If introduced, Vande Bharat train would also be of help to devotees visiting the temple town of Shegaon from Buldhana district. Public relations officer of Central Railway PD Patil said there is no official communication about starting a Vande Bharat train on Pune-Buldhana route.
Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Eye on Bihar elections, here are the projects PM Modi will be inaugurating on July 18
PM Modi Bihar Visit July 18: With an eye on Bihar Assembly elections scheduled this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has intensified efforts to inaugurate and launch several infrastructure and development projects aimed at boosting the state's economy and addressing long-pending public demands. The current legislative assembly's term is set to conclude in November. On July 18 (Friday), PM Modi will visit Bihar to lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over Rs 7,200 crore at Motihari. According to the details available, PM Modi will also address a public function. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation development projects catering to Rail, Road, Rural Development, Fisheries, Electronics and Information Technology sectors. During his visit, the Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation multiple rail projects. It includes automatic signalling between Samastipur-Bachhwara rail line that will enable efficient train operations in this section. Doubling of Darbhanga-Thalwara and Samastipur-Rambhadrapur rail line part of Darbhanga-Samastipur doubling project worth over Rs 580 crore that will enhance the capacity of train operations and reduce delays. PM will also lay the foundation stone for multiple rail projects. Rail projects include development of infrastructure for maintenance of Vande Bharat trains at Patliputra. Automatic signalling on Bhatni-Chhapra Gramin rail line (114 km) to enable streamlined train operations. Upgradation of traction system in Bhatni-Chhapra Gramin section to enable higher train speeds by strengthening the traction system infrastructure and optimising energy efficiency. Darbhanga-Narkatiaganj rail line doubling project worth around Rs 4,080 crore to increase sectional capacity, enable operation of more passenger and freight trains, strengthen connectivity between North Bihar and the rest of the country. He will also flag off four new Amrit Bharat trains between Rajendra Nagar Terminal (Patna) to New Delhi, Bapudham Motihari to Delhi (Anand Vihar Terminal), Darbhanga to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar) and Malda Town to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar) via Bhagalpur improving connectivity in the region. The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for 4-laning of Ara bypass of NH-319 that connects Ara-Mohania NH-319 and Patna-Buxar NH-922 providing seamless connectivity and reducing travel time. He will also inaugurate the 4-lane Parariya to Mohania section of NH-319, worth over Rs 820 crore, part of NH-319 which connects Ara Town to NH-02 (Golden Quadrilateral) that will improve freight and passenger movement. Among others, a 2-lane with paved shoulder from Sarwan to Chakai of NH-333C which will facilitate the movement of goods and people and act as a key link between Bihar and Jharkhand. He is also scheduled to inaugurate New Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) facility at Darbhanga and State of the art Incubation Facility of STPI at Patna for promoting IT/ITES/ESDM Industry and Startups. These facilities will help in boosting IT software and service exports. The PM will inaugurate a series of fisheries development projects sanctioned under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). This will mark the launch of modern fisheries infrastructure including new fish hatcheries, biofloc units, ornamental fish farming, integrated aquaculture units, and fish feed mills across various districts in Bihar. Later in the day, the PM will release Rs 400 crore to around 61,500 Self-Help Groups in Bihar under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojna-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). With a special focus on women-led development, over 10 crore women have been connected to Self-Help Groups (SHGs). He will also hand over keys to some beneficiaries as a part of Griha Pravesh of 12,000 beneficiaries and release over Rs 160 crore to 40,000 beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin.
India.com
16 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Vande Bharat Massive Update: Meerut-Lucknow train route extended, will now go upto Varanasi, will also stop in..., Ayodhya travel time to be...
New Delhi: The Indian Railways has extended the operations of the Meerut-Lucknow Vande Bharat Express train (22489/22490) upto Varanasi via Shri Ayodhya Dham. According to the reports, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved this extension. Additionally, a two-minute halt has been added at Hapur railway station. This move will benefit passengers from Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Shamli, and other nearby districts. The move was taken after a request by Uttar Pradesh Minister of State and Muzaffarnagar Sadar MLA Kapil Dev Agarwal. While making the request, Minister of State Kapil Dev Agarwal highlighted that the people from Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Saharanpur, Shamli, Hapur, Baghpat, and Bulandshahr face considerable difficulties in traveling to Shri Ayodhya Dham and Varanasi, as there is only a direct rail service available from Meerut to Lucknow. Now, the extension of the Meerut-Lucknow Vande Bharat Express will bring massive respite to the people. A new timetable will be announced soon. Kapil Dev Agarwal said that this decision will provide significant relief to passengers and devotees from the region. Additionally, with a two-minute stop in Hapur, travelers from there will also benefit directly. Meerut and Lucknow Vande Bharat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Vande Bharat train between Meerut and Lucknow on August 31, 2024. However, the absence of a stoppage at Hapur railway station left the local residents disappointed. People from the district, including railway passengers, had requested MP Arun Govil, former MP Rajendra Agarwal, and Minister-in-Charge Kapil Dev Agarwal to ensure a stoppage of the train at Hapur. Convenience for Passengers Traveling to Varanasi The extension of the route promises to bring a major relief for the passengers travelling to Varanasi and Ayodhya. After local representatives requested a halt for the train, the Ministry of Railways sought a report from the divisional level regarding the feasibility of the stoppage. This report was then sent to the Ministry. Recently, the Operations and Commercial departments assessed the feasibility of a halt at Hapur. The report was submitted to the Railway Board.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Setback to Hindustan Motors, SC upholds West Bengal govt's decision on land resumption
The Supreme Court has upheld the West Bengal government's decision to reclaim 395 acres of land from Hindustan Motors, the manufacturer of the iconic Ambassador car. This decision supports the state's action under the West Bengal Estates Acquisition Act, citing the company's financial struggles and the land's unproductive status. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In a setback to Hindustan Motors , the makers of iconic Ambassador sedan, the Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the West Bengal government's decision's for resumption of 395 acre of land under the West Bengal Estates Acquisition Act, Hindustan Motors had stopped production of its legendary Ambassador sedan at its Uttarpara factory in Hooghly district in 2014. The state government took back 395 acre in 2022 through "resumption" from the company, which had been allegedly declared financially sick and its land was lying unutilised and unproductive.A Bench led by Justice BV Nagarathna refused to interfere with the Calcutta High Court decision upholding the state government's company alleged that the West Bengal government unlawfully took possession of its plant without Calcutta High Court in May dismissed the Hindustan Motors' petition challenging the order of the West Bengal Land Reforms and Tenancy Tribunal upholding the State's resumption of 395 acre of land under Section 6(3) of the West Bengal Estates Acquisition Act, Mamata Banerjee government had earlier announced that the state faced a scarcity of land for industry and had decided to take back industrial land lying unused to allot it to new taking back the land from Hindustan Motors, the government has given about 40 acre at Mouza to Titagarh Rail Systems on a 99-year lease for a consideration of Rs 127 crore to facilitate the establishment of additional production infrastructure and dedicated areas for forming, testing, and commissioning Metro coaches and Vande Bharat trains.
India.com
2 days ago
- Business
- India.com
Good news for Pune! City to get 4 Vande Bharat trains connecting THESE places, Check fare, routes and other details here
वंदे भारत स्लीपर ट्रेन New Delhi: Good news for the people residing in Pune, the Indian Railways has announced the launch of four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Pune. According to the reports, the new trains will connect the city to Shegaon, Vadodara, Secunderabad, and Belagavi. These trains will cut travel time significantly and offer passengers enhanced comfort and convenience. It is important to note that currently, Pune city has two operational Vande Bharat Express trains running on the Pune-Kolhapur and Pune-Hubballi routes. With these four new services, the total number of Vande Bharat trains from Pune will rise to six. Here are some of the key details: Pune–Vadodara Vande Bharat: Possible halts at Lonavala, Panvel, Vapi, and Surat. Expected to reduce travel time from 9 hours to 6-7 hours. Pune–Shegaon Vande Bharat: Likely stops include Daund, Ahmednagar, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Jalna. Pune–Secunderabad Vande Bharat: The train will likely to stop at Daund, Solapur, and Gulbarga, saving 2-3 hours of travel time. Pune–Belagavi Vande Bharat: Likely halts at Satara, Sangli, and Miraj. Tickets are expected to cost between Rs 1,500 and Rs 2,000. In other news, the Indian Railways is also considering launching a Pune–Nagpur Vande Bharat Sleeper train, which will further boost connectivity. These new services aim to ease travel for passengers, promote tourism in connected regions, and give a fresh push to development around Pune.
