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PM Modi to Launch Historic Katra-Kashmir Rail Link on April 19

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1 year ago

March 27, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the historic rail link connecting the Kashmir valley to the rest of India on April 19. He will flag off a specially crafted Vande Bharat train from Katra, the base camp for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine.

As per reports, the train’s initial route will operate between Katra and Baramulla in North Kashmir. Valley-bound travelers arriving from various locations will need to change trains at Katra. Once the expansion of the Jammu railway station is completed by August, services to Kashmir will commence directly from Jammu.

Before the inaugural train’s launch, Modi is expected to visit the Chenab Bridge, one of the tallest railway bridges globally. This engineering feat is a key element of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project. Following this visit, the Prime Minister will head to Katra for the train’s flag-off ceremony and is anticipated to hold a public rally before returning to New Delhi.

Top railway officers have conducted thorough safety assessments of the rail link. Recently, the chairman of the Railway Board inspected the Chenab Bridge and other key safety elements, subsequently reporting their findings to the Union Home Secretary.

The rail route features numerous bridges and tunnels, and its construction was both challenging and time-consuming. The USBRL project, which stretches over 272 kilometers, has been completed in phases. Notable achievements include the inauguration of the 118 km Qazigund to Baramulla section in October 2009, the 18 km Banihal to Qazigund stretch in June 2013, the operationalization of the 25 km Udhampur to Katra segment in July 2014, and the February 2023 opening of the 48 km Banihal to Sangaldan segment.

The introduction of this train service to the valley promises to offer a dependable travel option for residents and is expected to significantly enhance the region’s economy.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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3 days ago

April 9, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh : A pregnant woman gave birth to a baby girl on a moving train in Andhra Pradesh. The incident ended safely with the help of railway staff.

The woman was eight months pregnant. She boarded the train with her family, believing she still had one month left for delivery. She was travelling from Chennai to Dhanbad on Train No. 13352.

After the train crossed Annavaram station, she began to feel labour pain. Her family members became worried and immediately informed the ticket examiner.

Railway staff member G. Jyothi responded quickly and helped the woman. Understanding the emergency, the train was given a special halt at Elamanchili station. An ambulance was also arranged.

The woman delivered a healthy baby girl on the train. After the delivery, both the mother and the newborn were shifted to Elamanchili Government Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

Officials confirmed that both the mother and baby are safe and healthy. The train was halted at the station for about 40 minutes to manage the situation.

Railway staff ensured privacy by asking male passengers to leave the coach. Their timely action helped ensure a safe delivery.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response and human support during emergencies.