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On April 16, 1853, the inaugural passenger train journey commenced from Bori Bunder (Mumbai) to Thane. In 1951, the Indian Railways was formed through the merger of 42 distinct railways companies functioning within the nation, covering an extensive network of 55,000 Km (34,000 mi). The railway system throughout the country was restructured into six regional zones during 1951-52 for administrative efficiency, which was progressively increases to 18 zones over subsequent years. Reportedly, Indian Railways seems exceptional level of growth and it has the 4th longest rail network in the world. It is a network of 70,000 km and runs about 21, 000 trains, carrying 23 million passengers and 3 million tonnes of freight per day.  As per the PIB (Press Information Bureau), a total of 200 new Vande Bharat trains, 100 Amrit Bharat trains, 50 Namo Bharat rapid rail services, and 17,500 general non- AC coaches set to transform the travel experience for the public within the next 2 to 3 years. Sin...

Interestingly, West Bengal election has always been the  most politically active before and after Independence. So, no political party wishes to forgo any opportunity related to governing the state.  Though, the elections in West Bengal are consistently considered as the most crucial and sensitive elections in the country.  This year's election has sparked widespread discussion due to two primary factors: the Special Intensive Revision and the Enforcement Directorate's raid on the private political consulting firm, I-PAC. Subsequently, the twist in the Bengal battle has turned even more tart as Banerjee's close associates are now affiliated with different parities, namely Suvendhu Adhikari of the BJP and Humayu Kabir of the Janata Unnayan Party (JUP).  The situation has become even more intense following the 2021 elections, which saw a substantial victory for the TMC, along with the outbreak of post-election violence shortly thereafter.  Election-related violenc...

Over the last few months air pollution in India has become a significant issue that needs discussion. However, the strange part is that this topic gets discussed just before Diwali. Therefore, it is crucial for both individuals and the government to acknowledge that air pollution requires attention and appropriate measures to be taken before any devastating consequences arise. The situation that emerged in the capital of India, Delhi - such a scenario could also erupt in other states. Data from the World Health Organization has already specified air pollution in urban and rural regions is generating fine particulate matter, which leads to lung cancer, heart diseases, strokes, and chronic respiratory illnesses.   Kerala, Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, and Meghalaya are the states that consistently maintain clean air. In contrast, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Delhi are frequently listed among the areas with the poorest air quality in India, especially when considering b...

Chhath Puja is believed to have originated in ancient Vedic times, with mentions in texts like the Rig Veda, which include praises of the Sun God. Stories from the epic Mahabharata also link this ritual to the exile of figures like Draupadi and Karna, and according to another legend, Lord Rama and Sita celebrated it after their return to Ayodhya.  This festival is mainly celebrated in the states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh; however its has extended across the globe due to migration. Presently, the festival is also recognized in states that have a considerable Purvanchali (eastern Indian) demographic, which includes Jharkhand, Delhi NCR, West Bengal Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra (notably Mumbai). Global reach: The festival is celebrated with immense enthusiasm by the Indian and Nepalese diaspora in nations such as Mauritius, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Relationship Between Chhati Maiya and Sun  Chhati Maiya, also known as Shashthi Devi, serves as a guardian of Chi...

This year's Bihar election appears to be quite intriguing because of the young leaders who are battling to rule the state. The Bihar election has never generated as much excitement as it has this year, with numerous strategies to  grab the opportunity.  All parties have not left the single stone to present  themselves as promising and prominent leaders in the eyes of the people of Bihar. But the master stroke led by the  Election Commission Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is expected to bring about substantial changes in the voting system.  Bihar is soon going to decide who will be their Chief Minister. However, this time the decision will be challenging due to the presence of several prominent leaders, with younger candidates vying for the position. The young faces somewhere weaken the Nitesh Kumar led NDA , while the Mahagathbandhan , including RJD , raise the challenges for the opposition Party. Along with the alliance vote, sharing will play key role as...

SriLanka , Bangladesh , Manipur , Nepal , and Ladakh have experienced a significant and unforgettable violent protest led by the younger generation . However, the question arises: is this protest truly focused on enhancing the UT or thereby raising concerns for the nation?  Over the last few years some countries have witnessed major violent protests led by the young generation. It has been said that these violent protest for a more promising future. Additionally, in some contexts, these actions are viewed as a reflection of governmental failure to offer adequate opportunities for the youth. Now, here is the question: does this justify the use of violence?  The ongoing violence in countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka has not only resulted in domestic unrest but has also served as provocation for other nations. Any protest harms public property, which is funded by taxpayers. Therefore, the government's top priority should be to protect public property during any t...