August 17, 2026
  • August 17, 2026

Bengal: ‘In seconds, quiet compartment was filled with screams’

by on June 18, 2024 0

A senior journalist from Tripura, Kamal Chowdhury, recounts the chaos and confusion on the ill-fated Sealdah-bound Kanchenjunga Express. He was traveling to Nadia district for a wedding with his family when the train suddenly lurched forward, causing panic and injuries. MSID 111066834 ‘In seconds, quiet compartment was filled with screams’.

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Air India passenger woes continue: Flyer gets ‘metal blade’ in his meal

by on June 18, 2024 0

Passenger dissatisfaction with Air India rises due to in-flight incidents like a metal blade in a meal and delays. Complaints include substandard experiences, aging aircraft, and challenges with DGCA regulations. Global supply chain issues delay upgrades, exacerbating passenger concerns. Challenges persist under Tata Group ownership. Business class passenger Vineeth K’s negative experience highlights ongoing...

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NCERT: Will use ‘Bharat’ and ‘India’ in textbooks

by on June 18, 2024 0

The NCERT will use ‘Bharat’ and ‘India’ interchangeably in textbooks, aligning with the country’s Constitution. The decision follows a recommendation to replace ‘India’ with ‘Bharat’ in all school textbooks, as suggested by a high-level committee on social science curriculum. The committee also proposed incorporating the Indian Knowledge System into the curriculum for all subjects.

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