Indian Railways Cuts Consequential Train Accidents by 88% in 12 Years

Indian Railways safety has recorded a significant improvement over the past 12 years, with consequential train accidents falling by 88%, from 135 in 2014-15 to 16 in 2025-26. According to an official statement, only two consequential train accidents have been recorded so far in the current financial year 2026-27, up to June.

Lok Sabha Passes Public Examination Amendment Bill After Marathon Debate

Public Examination Amendment Bill 2026 was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday after a marathon debate that witnessed sharp exchanges between the government and the Opposition. The Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 was cleared by the House following a brief reply by Union Minister Jitendra Singh, who also launched a series of attacks on Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.

Global Tiger Day 2026: PM Modi Highlights India’s Tiger Conservation

Global Tiger Day 2026 was marked on Wednesday, July 29, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi extending greetings to wildlife enthusiasts and highlighting India’s significant role in global tiger conservation. Modi said India is home to almost 70 per cent of the world’s tiger population and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the species through science-based conservation, community participation and sustainable development.

West Bengal Withdraws Kolkata Protest FIR, 16 Accused Get Bail

West Bengal protest FIR withdrawal has become a major development in Kolkata after the state government withdrew a suo motu case registered against protesters over alleged violence during a July 24 rally in the Esplanade area. The move came amid a wider dispute over cases filed during protests linked to demands for action over alleged irregularities in the NEET (UG) examination.