UK woman, 45, legally changes her middle name to match the railway station she works at
Khawaja has frequently been based in Marylebone. She has held a number of positions, including station manager and train dispatcher. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesAgra's Jama Masjid metro station renamed after nearby temple ahead of service inauguration
Instructions came from CM Yogi Adityanath following demand by local residents, it is learnt. Some Muslim leaders have criticised move as electorally motivated. Key Points
ThePrintDelhi-Meerut RRTS to become operational this year: Report
The New Ashok Nagar station will provide connectivity for residents in the direction of Meerut. The Anand Vihar RRTS station will facilitate multi-modal integration between six modes of public transport, making it easier for commuters to switch between different transportation options. Key Points
Economic TimesFood plazas, shops for puja need: Redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Junction boasts of many modern amenities
Ayodhya Dham Junction, a redeveloped railway station, will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 30. The three-storey building, costing Rs 241 crore, features modern amenities like elevators, escalators, food plazas, child-care rooms, and shops for puja needs. The station is located near the Ram Temple and has been designed to be accessible for all. Key Points
Economic TimesThis is Ayodhya Dham, the revamped Indian Railways station, with “airport-like” amenities; Top facts & beautiful images
Ayodhya railway station opening: PM Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate the redeveloped Ayodhya railway station on December 30, 2023. Ahead of the inauguration, the Ayodhya railway junction was given a new name: Ayodhya Dham. The new Ayodhya Dham railway station building has been given a temple architecture facade as a tribute to Lord Ram, while the interior boasts “airport-like” amenities. The inauguration of the new station building assumes significance ahead of the consecration ceremony at the Ram Mandir on January 22, 2024, after which Ayodhya is expected to see a rush of pilgrims and tourists. We take a look at some beautiful images and important facts about the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham railway station: Key Points
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Food plaza, escalators, AC retiring room — revamped Ayodhya railway station all set for inauguration
Ahead of Ram Temple's consecration, Ayodhya Dham Junction to be inaugurated on 30 December by PM Modi. station has been developed to handle 1 lakh passengers on a daily basis. Key Points
ThePrintAyodhya Railway station renamed as ‘Ayodhya Dham’ ahead of Ram Mandir inauguration
Indian Railways accepted the proposal shared by the Uttar Pradesh government to rename the station. However, the station code will remain the same. Key Points
FirstpostAyodhya Railway station renamed 'Ayodhya Dham Junction' ahead of Ram Mandir inauguration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate 'Ayodhya Dham,' a railway station with cutting-edge facilities, on December 30. While the station's development is planned to occur in three phases, the first phase has been fully completed ahead of its inauguration, according to an official statement from the government of UP on Wednesday. Key Points
Economic TimesNew-age amenities with a touch of mythology: How Ayodhya railway station is being remodelled ahead of temp
The redevelopment of the Ayodhya railway station, in two phases, focussed on platform areas initially and later includes a new building with enhanced facilities. District Magistrate Nitish Kumar emphasizes the project's aim to resemble the Ram Temple's facade, combining historical significance with modern technology for passenger convenience. Key Points
Economic Timesstation 19 to conclude after Season 7? New Leadership, mysteries, and premiere details revealed
In an unexpected development, ABC has officially announced the conclusion of the compelling drama series, station 19, after its forthcoming seventh season. Originally stemming from the Grey's Anatomy universe, station 19 has grown into a gripping narrative centered on the lives of Seattle Fire Department firefighters. Key Points
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Gujarat: 1 killed, 3 injured in stampede at Surat railway station
A stampede occurred at Surat railway station in Gujarat, killing one and injuring three others. The incident occurred due to a large crowd of passengers boarding a train for their native places. The incident occurred during the festive season when special trains are run to accommodate outstation passengers. Key Points
Economic TimesMore than 125 villages in Chhattisgarh will vote in own booths for first time
126 villages in Chhattisgarh will get a polling station for the first time since Independence. The government has walked the extra mile to showcase normalcy in Bastar, which will vote in the first phase on November 7. Key Points
Economic TimesCats 'stationed to guard' Turkey Subway are pro at their job
Since the video was shared, it has won the hearts of many on social media. Check out what people are saying about this clip. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesMan creates relax station for delivery agents, wins Internet
An Instagram influencer set up a relax station for delivery agents working in heavy rains. The post has received millions of views and positive comments. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesAfter Odisha tragedy, rush to offer closure to shattered families — 'missing is not good enough'
Balasore DM’s office has book filled with photos of dead. Construction workers at Bahanaga Bazar station are clearing out wreckage of Coromandel Express & Yesvantpur-Howrah Superfast Express. Key Points
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Smoke from AC coach on Secunderabad-Agartala Express halts train in Odisha's Brahmapur station
Smoke emanated from the AC unit of a coach on the Secunderabad-Agartala Express train on Tuesday. Passengers noticed the smoke coming out of the coach when the train stopped at Brahmapur station in Odisha. Key Points
India TodayCoromandel Express derails in Odisha’s Balasore district; many passengers trapped under bogies
Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force has rushed to accident spot for search and rescue operations. There are no reports of casualty yet. Key Points
The HinduDriver assaulted, robbed of his car in Ambala
The victim, Jitender, is a resident of Shahbad town. On Saturday, his father received a call from his brother, informing about a Chandigarh-bound passenger from the Ambala Cantt railway station in the evening. He is a professional driver. He was assaulted and robbed of his car in Ambala Key Points
Hindustan TimesTrain misses a small station in Kerala, reverses 1 km to pick up passengers
The incident happened at around 7.45 am at the Cheriyanad station, a D-grade station between the bigger Mavelikara and Chengannur stations. As per reports, there were no complaints from passengers as the train reached its destination on time. However, the rail official has sought an explaination from the locopilots on the lapse as part of norms. Key Points
Economic TimesGangster wanted by Jharkhand police since 2015 nabbed in Vashi
A gangster from Jharkhand, wanted in over 40 cases of murder, attempt to murder, and extortion, was arrested by a joint operation of anti-terrorism squads from Maharashtra and Jharkhand. The accused, Aman Sushil Srivastava, would travel to Vashi only to make extortion calls. He targeted mine owners and railway contractors in Jharkhand's coal belt. He was identified and arrested after Jharkhand ATS officials traced his mobile location and zeroed in on Vashi station, and Maharashtra ATS teams camped in the station vicinity for a week before arresting him. | Mumbai news Key Points
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Pedestrians in peril with no foot overbridge between Krishnarajapuram railway and K.R. Pura Bengaluru metro stations
Despite being an eagerly awaited project, the opening of the Namma Metro line between K.R. Puram and Whitefield has again proven that the integration of various modes of transport is an afterthought for authorities. Are the passengers at risk due to no foot overbridge between key transit points? Read the full story on The Hindu to find out. Key Points
The HinduBathinda military station firing: INSAS rifle and cartridge recovered, says Army
The Indian Army said joint investigation with Punjab Police is in progress. All possible assistance is being provided. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesAfghanistan's female-run radio station shut for playing music during Ramadan
The Taliban have shut down a female-run radio station in Afghanistan after they claimed the broadcaster played songs during the Ramadan month. The head of the broadcaster, however, denied all claims. Key Points
India TodayThis railway station in India resembles chessboard, Railway Ministry shares pic
The Ministry of Railways shared an interesting fact about a railway station in India. Take a look at it inside. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesFour astronauts return from ISS on SpaceX flight ending 5-month mission
Led by NASA's Nicole Mann, the first Native American woman to fly in space, the astronauts checked out of the station early Saturday morning. Less than 19 hours later, their Dragon capsule was bobbing in the sea as they awaited pickup. Key Points
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How army men at Assam military station ‘coexist’ with wild elephants
Spread across around 3,500 acres, Narangi military station was set up in 1961. It is one of the most important bases of the Indian Army, housing several units. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesFour astronauts fly SpaceX back home, end 5-month mission
Four space station astronauts returned to Earth late Saturday after a quick SpaceX flight home. The US-Russian-Japanese crew spent five months at the International Space Station, arriving last October. Key Points
India TodayFour jawans shot dead in Bathinda Cantt, shooters yet to be nabbed
Four Indian Army jawans were shot dead early Wednesday morning while they were sleeping in their barracks at the Bathinda military station. The killers have not been identified so far even as several theories around the killing are being ascertained. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaThis is my happy place: Sunita Williams on extended stay in space
Sunita Williams said that the transition to station life was “not that hard” since both had previous stints there. “This is my happy place. I love being up here in space,” she remarked. Key Points
India TodayTests on Bharatiya Space station next year: ISRO Chairman S Somanath
ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) plans to conduct the first tests for the proposed Bharatiya Space station next year, aiming for the launch of its first module by 2028. The space agency is in talks with the industry for manufacturing, testing, and launching the module. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's target is to have the space station operational by 2035. Key Points
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Bathinda military station firing: Jawans shot as they slept, rifle still missing
More than 12 hrs after the killings in military station, assailants are still elusive. The combing operation is still underway in the military station. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesTamil Nadu rain: 3 dead, schools shut, MK Stalin to meet PM for financial assistance
Three people were killed in southern Tamil Nadu due to heavy rainfall and flooding in the region. Five hundred passengers who were travelling from Tiruchendur to Chennai were stranded at Srivaikuntam railway station due to floods in the area. Key Points
India TodayDelhi Metro introduces QR code based tickets, here is how to use the new paper tickets
DMRC has introduced QR code-based paper tickets for travel across all its lines. Metro passengers can now be able to use the QR Code based paper tickets apart from the tokens. Key Points
India TodayAs search for soldiers’ killers enters Day 3, Bathinda military station turns into a fort
The roads that lead into the military station have armed soldiers manning barricades. Only military vehicles with bonafide credentials are being allowed inside as the manhunt for the killer/killers of four soldiers entered its third day. Key Points
The Indian ExpressIndian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams dances her way to international space station
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams danced her way to the International Space station (ISS) in the early hours on Friday, as the Boeing Starliner... Key Points
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Rare rainfall seen in Antarctica could be extremely bad news for penguins
On December 4, 2023, parts of Antarctica experienced drizzle with temperatures reaching a mild 3.6 degrees Celsius, an anomaly for the typically frigid continent. Key Points
India Today'Station 19' final season premiere date revealed: When and where to watch in US and UK
As the fiery drama of 'Station 19' concludes its compelling storyline, fans are eagerly anticipating the premiere of the show's seventh and ultimate season. After six years of heart-pounding firefighting action and intense personal sagas, the series bids farewell with its final ten episodes. Key Points
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