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Unreserved Travel on Indian Railways: What the General Coach Is Really Like and When It Makes Sense

What You Are Actually Buying With an Unreserved TicketAn unreserved ticket on Indian Railways gives you the right to board any general coach on the train listed on your ticket, and nothing else. No seat number. No berth. No guarantee of space. The fare is calculated at the lowest class…

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Chargesheet in Manipuri musician's killing within 8-9 days: Rijiju

Delhi Police assured a chargesheet in eight to nine days for the musician's death. Seven men and a juvenile were arrested for the alleged assault on C Vikram Singh. The musician died after objecting to loud shouting and drinking outside his apartment. Minister Kiren Rijiju called for the strictest possible…

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Just as Modi government finished off Naxalism, it will also eliminate menace of drugs: Amit Shah

Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, expressed determination to tackle the drug threat, likening it to the fight against Naxalism. He noted that Naxalism has dwindled significantly due to proactive government measures. Furthermore, terrorism levels in Jammu and Kashmir have dropped sharply since 2019, with numerous armed groups in the…

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War against drugs: Modi govt has prepared roadmap to make India drug-free by 2029, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a roadmap to make India drug-free by 2029. He stated that drug-free youth power will lead to a developed India in 2047. The government is prioritizing the fight against narcotics as a national security issue. Naxalism has been eradicated, and terrorism in Jammu and…

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Higher education must prepare students for democracy: VP Radhakrishnan

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan spoke at Geetanagar College's golden jubilee celebration. He stated higher education must prepare students for democracy and the nation. Educational institutions are vital vehicles for building a developed India and its workforce. The Northeast region is a priority in Prime Minister Modi's development vision. Students…

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Nat-Gas Prices Slip as US Weather Forecasts Turn Cooler

October Nymex natural gas (NGV26 ) on Tuesday closed down -0.031 (-1.06%). Nat-gas prices settled lower on Tuesday as US weather forecasts turned cooler, potentially reducing nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air-conditioning. According to forecaster Vaisala, temperatures are expected to fall below normal in the Northeast at the...

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Assam CM calls for IIT Guwahati to emerge as knowledge partner of the Northeast India

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged IIT Guwahati to enhance its role as a development partner. He emphasized collaboration in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and emerging technologies for the region. The Chief Minister highlighted ongoing joint projects and the need for skilled human capital. He also stressed IIT Guwahati's contribution…

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Chennai’s rain gets a market price: NCDEX launches RAINCHNNAI weather derivatives futures contract

NCDEX launched RAINCHNNAI, a futures contract allowing market participants to hedge Chennai’s Northeast Monsoon risks. Utilizing a Cumulative Deviation Rainfall model, it complements the RAINMUMBAI contract, providing a complete monsoon risk management cycle from June through December.

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US Northeast floods: New Jersey gets up to 6 inches of rain, ‘extreme flooding’ near Newark airport

Flash flooding hit parts of the US Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Thursday after repeated storms dumped heavy rain across the region, triggering water rescues in New Jersey and flooding near Newark Liberty International Airport. More storms were expected into early Friday morning, some potentially severe with damaging wind gusts and…

The Times of India

Why Indian Women Hit Menopause Earlier and Feel It Differently Than Western Women

The age gap is real, and it mattersThe average age of natural menopause in Indian women is 46.2 years, compared to 51 in the United States and most of Western Europe. That figure comes from a large-scale study published in the Journal of Midlife Health, drawing on data from women…

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School holiday tomorrow, August 26: With Eid, Raksha Bandhan and heavy rainfall all in the mix, is your school closed tomorrow? Check here

School holiday tomorrow, August 26: Schools nationwide are set to close for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, with Kerala also observing Onam. Raksha Bandhan follows on August 28 in several northern states. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall across Delhi-NCR, Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar and the Northeast has triggered local, weather-related closures in some districts, though no…

The Economic Times

NYC weather takes a turn: What New Yorkers can expect this week

Torrential downpours and travel headaches will slam the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic today. Ground already soaked could quickly take on more rain, triggering flash flooding. Severe thunderstorms threaten western areas with damaging wind gusts and hail. Wet weather will stick around on Sunday across the I-95 Corridor. Areas south of Philadelphia…

The Economic Times

Weather Today August 23: Heavy rain alert for Uttarakhand, Odisha, Delhi, Northeast; check state-wise forecast

Weather Today: India braces for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms this Sunday, affecting regions from Uttarakhand to southern states. Major downpours are anticipated, especially in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, where thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are expected. Odisha faces a dire warning for extremely heavy rainfall in the coming days.…

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Chaos across Northeast as possible tornado hits beach and floods swallow cars

Heavy rain and winds are pounding the Northeast U.S. Storms tore through a beach on Long Island and stranded dozens of people in their cars in New Jersey on Thursday

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Between six lanes of Manhattan traffic, Broadway's medians are being replanted with native species to create a five-mile corridor for birds and bees

Manhattan’s Broadway medians are being replanted with native Northeast species under a long-term project by the Broadway Mall Association. The Great Green Way covers five miles of Broadway and aims to connect 83 green malls into a corridor that can support birds, bees and other wildlife. Twelve malls have been…

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Flash flood and landslide warnings for northern provinces

The Thai Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rainfall in the North and the Northeast until Friday and warns of run-off, flash floods and landslides in several provinces.

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Flash flood and landslide warnings for northern provinces

The Thai Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rainfall in the North and the Northeast until Friday and warns of run-offs, flash floods and landslides in several provinces.

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North, Northeast forecast is for heavy rain, flood risk

Heavy to very heavy rain is expected across parts of northern and northeastern Thailand from Tuesday into Friday, raising the risk of flash floods and forest runoff in vulnerable areas.

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Asheville Area Ticks Carry Lyme Bacteria at Northeast Levels, While Local Doctors Were Trained to Call It Rare

A CDC report found that about 40 percent of Biltmore Forest blacklegged ticks carry Lyme bacteria. Here are the symptoms worth raising with a clinician.

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Fourth rail line approved through strategic 'Chicken's Neck' corridor: Official

A fourth railway line has been approved for the strategically important Chicken's Neck corridor. This crucial link connects the Northeast with the rest of India. Infrastructure initiatives include a nearly 29-km double-line underground project near Bagdogra. New local train services are planned from Jogbani, Radhikapur and Balurghat soon.

The Economic Times

Instamart expands Northeast sourcing, brings Meghalaya pineapples to Bengaluru

Instamart is expanding its fresh produce sourcing network across Northeast India. Meghalaya's pineapples are now available to customers in Bengaluru through this initiative. This plan aims to create new markets for farmers and FPOs in the region. The company is exploring sourcing other GI-tagged products from various Northeast states.

The Economic Times

Winter Weather Forecast 2026-2027: Heavy snow, icy storms and sudden freezes could hit US, says Farmers' Almanac

The Farmers' Almanac predicts that the winter of 2026-2027 will bring notable weather variations across the country. In the southern states, residents should prepare for a series of storms and above-average rainfall. Northern states can expect sporadic cold snaps coupled with heavy snow squalls. The Northeast is likely to face…

The Economic Times

Weather tomorrow, August 7: Heavy rain alert for Delhi, UP, Rajasthan, Bihar and other states; check national forecast

Weather updates August 7: Extensive rainfall is anticipated throughout various regions of India on Friday, with robust thunderstorms in the North, Central, East, and Northeast. The national capital, Delhi, along with Haryana, are set to experience substantial rainfall. Additional states such as Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan are bracing for heavy…

Times Life

6 Common Stomach Cancer Risk Factors Found in Indian Kitchens and Daily Habits

The Salt in Your AchaarSalt is the oldest preservative in the Indian pantry, and achaar, papad, and salted dried fish are eaten across every region without a second thought. The problem is volume. A 2019 review published in the International Journal of Cancer found that high dietary salt intake is…

The Economic Times

Centre has extended Rs 2,537-crore assistance for flood management projects in Northeast India

The Centre has allocated Rs 2,536.96 crore for 263 flood mitigation projects in Northeast states. Flood forecasting services issue short-range forecasts and basin-wise advisories for advance planning. The Brahmaputra Board prepared 52 master plans incorporating various flood management measures. States assess flood damage and provide relief from disaster response funds.

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