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Diwali travel could see new addition: Sleeper Vande Bharat Express may launch on Delhi-Varanasi route with Prayagraj & Kanpur stops; here’s what travellers need to know
Delhi-Varanasi Sleeper Vande Bharat Express: Indian Railways is planning a second Sleeper Vande Bharat Express service. This new overnight train will connect New Delhi and Varanasi via Prayagraj and Kanpur. The service is expected to be introduced around the Diwali festival. The proposed train will operate at speeds of up to 160 kmph. The service aims to enhance travel convenience and significantly reduce journey times.
DTDC Express opens all-female-run dark store in Indore
DTDC Express Ltd has launched its first all-female-run dark store in Indore, a 700-sq-ft facility where women manage all operations, including warehouse, delivery, and client servicing. This initiative, part of DTDC's rapid commerce service, aims to empower women in logistics and foster innovation within the industry.
NDA coins new slogan for Bihar campaign
The NDA has revealed its campaign slogan for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The slogan is 'raftaar pakad chuka Bihar, fir ek baar NDA sarkar'. It aims to highlight the state's progress under the NDA. LED raths will showcase new schemes. These schemes include free electricity and increased pensions. Honorariums for Anganwadi workers will also increase.
DTDC Express launches rapid commerce vertical Raftaar
DTDC Express has launched its rapid commerce vertical, Raftaar, offering 4–6 hour deliveries via hyperlocal dark stores. Announced at its 35th anniversary, the firm also released a white paper with BCG, highlighting rapid commerce’s growing role in shaping ecommerce, customer experience, and logistics in emerging Indian markets.
People enjoy seeing successful individuals fail: Raftaar amid Ranveer Allahbadia's controversy
Rapper Raftaar addressed the reaction to comedian Samay Raina's controversial joke on 'India's Got Latent,' attributing it to the pleasure people find in others' misfortune, or 'Schadenfreude.' Raina deleted all episodes following backlash and an FIR. The incident highlights cultural fascination with failures of successful individuals, amplified by media sensationalism.
'Morni' rapper Raftaar marries longtime sweetheart 5 years after divorce. Who is his second wife Manraj Jawanda?
Raftaar Marriage: Rapper Raftaar and fashion stylist Manraj Jawanda tied the knot in a private ceremony, sharing special moments on social media. The couple’s wedding featured South Indian traditions and joyful pre-wedding festivities, including a sangeet celebration where they danced together.
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Honey Singh takes a dig at Badshah’s freestyle rap in 'Indian Idol'. Revisiting their long-standing rivalry
Yo Yo Honey Singh has reignited his long-standing feud with fellow rapper Badshah by mocking his freestyle rap in a recent Instagram Story. Sharing a clip from Indian Idol 15, where Badshah performed a rap, Honey Singh sarcastically commented, "Aise lyrics likhwane hai bass taqdeer ban jayegi meri (Such lyrics will make my fortune)," accompanied by a laughing emoji. The two rappers, who were once part of the group Mafia Mundeer, have a history of public disagreements and diss tracks.
Badshah calls truce with Honey Singh, buries more than decade-long feud on stage. What he said?
During a concert in Dehradun, rapper Badshah surprised fans by publicly ending his long-standing feud with fellow artist Honey Singh. Badshah expressed a desire to move on from past misunderstandings, extending well wishes to Singh. This reconciliation marks a significant moment in the music industry, given their previous public exchanges and separate paths after their initial collaboration in the rap band Mafia Mundeer.
Rs 15 crore funding for agri start-ups from IIM Kashipur drive
Under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare's RKVY RAFTAAR RABI scheme, IIM Kashipur FIED has provided funding and business training to 200 plus startups since its founding in 2018, including 68 with an agri-focused focus.
Rapper Raftaar to make acting debut with web-series 'Bajao' this month
Indian streamer JioCinema has announced a new musical comedy series called "Bajao", which will be rapper Raftaar's acting debut. Directed by Shiva Varma and Saptaraj Chakraborty, the show follows the escapades of three young filmmakers navigating the world of Punjabi Pop music.
Rapper Raftaar, Komal Vohra file for divorce after six years of marriage
Rapper Raftaar and his wife Komal Vohra have filed for divorce after six years of marriage. The couple got married in December 2016.
KEC International zooms over 5% on securing orders worth Rs 1,092 cr
KEC’s Transmission & Distribution business has secured orders for T&D projects in India, Middle East & Americas. Railway’s business has secured an order for 2x25 kV overhead electrification & associated works for speed upgradation under their mission ‘Raftaar’ in India.
Rapper Raftaar becomes first Indian artist to accept performance fee in cryptocurrency
Raftaar says he has always been an ardent admirer of blockchain technology.
Sony Music teams up with Epic Games to feature Raftaar's new rap in Fortnite's 'Bhangra Boogie Cup' campaign
Raftaar signed an exclusive recording agreement with Sony Music India in July earlier this year, alongside a new partnership with his independent label Kalamkaar - which is home to young hip-hop, rap, pop and EDM artists from the country.
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank forays into small commercial vehicle finance for tier II, III cities
Ujjivan SFB said as part of the 'Raftaar Loans' product mix, the customised offerings will be available across southern and eastern regions: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
This new Indian Railways engine will make your journey faster at nearly 200 kmph
The locomotive has been developed by Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) in West Bengal.
Rlys' new time table: 261 trains speeded up, 49 new trains added
The national transporter has also maximised the use of rolling stock. A review of the lie over periods of rakes at different destinations revealed that rakes of some of the trains were idling at the terminals.
Government tweaks RKVY scheme to make farming remunerative
The RKVY-RAFTAAR funds would be provided in the ratio of 60:40 to the states except for north east and Himalayan states which will get 90:10 grant.
Over 500 railwaymen to be trained abroad on high-speed rail tech
The public transporter has asked SNCF, the French railways, to explore possibilities of running trains at 200 kmph on the Delhi-Chandigarh route.
Govt to revamp farm growth plan with ‘Raftaar’
The revamped plan will have strategies on how to do that. It will also introduce couple of more subschemes with additional funding to incentivise states,” said officials.
DPR finalised for semi-high speed rail routes
According to the DPR, New Delhi-Howrah sector including Kanpur-Lucknow section is estimated to cost Rs 6,974cr and the New Delhi-Mumbai corridor including Baroda-Ahmedabad section is slated to cost Rs 11,189cr.
Global tender for procuring 300 aluminium coaches shortly
Asked whether these coaches will be from Talgo, the official said the procurement will be made through open process in which any company can participate.
Modi government spent over Rs 35 crore to advertise achievements
RTI activist Anil Galgali had sought information on expenses incurred by the Centre for publishing advertisements in leading newspapers across the country.
Freight trains to be hauled by two locos to speed up movement
Initiatives are also being taken to increase the speed of passenger service. Railways has created Mobility directorate, a separate one, to deal with the Mission Raftaar.
Rainmaker Ventures out in a Limo
Started by Sudhir Menon and Atul Hegde, Rainmaker Ventures plans on investing in six firms in the current year.
'Singh is Bliing' review: When comedy was reduced to a poor joke
Singh is Bliing is only for Akshay Kumar fans, but both Amy Jackson and Lara Dutta to have their moments.
'Singh is Bliing' trailer is out! Meet Akshay Kumar as Raftaar Singh
Akshay tweeted about the launch of 'Singh is Bliing' trailer and poster.
Strong competition from established global players halts growth of Indian search engines
The existing search engines have lost focus and don't know how to make use of India's uniqueness. They didn't have a strong revenue model too.
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