IT Minister makes 1st call over BSNL's indigenous 4G network

Indian Railways is actively enhancing its safety and operational efficiency through the deployment of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) devices and smart monitoring systems.

The Ministry of Railways has implemented a multi-pronged strategy to enhance freight efficiency, ensure seamless regional connectivity, and provide robust first-and-last-mile solutions. Key initiatives include the launch of the 'Rail Parcel' app-based logistics platform on a pilot basis, the expansion of the Joint Parcel Product - Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS), and significant investment in terminal infrastructure across the country.

Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu felicitated Anil Marwah, a dedicated enthusiast of the Delhi Metro, for his personal milestone of riding the first train on the opening day of every newly inaugurated metro corridor in the Delhi Metro network.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has instructed the officials to prepare plans to construct Ring Roads around all major district headquarters.

Indian Railways has sanctioned a series of key infrastructure and technology upgradation works totalling over Rs 765 crore to strengthen operations, expand line capacity, and modernise communication systems across critical sections of the network.

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved declaration of Madurai Airport as an International Airport, a move expected to enhance regional connectivity and boost economic development in southern parts of the state.

Briefing reporters on decisions of Union Cabinet, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Union approved Ministry of Jal Shakti's proposal to restructure and reorient the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) from infrastructure creation to a service delivery, supported by drinking water governance and institutional ecosystem for sustainable rural piped potable water supply.

In a breakthrough against darknet-enabled narcotics trafficking, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has dismantled a pan-India drug distribution network operating under the name "Team Kalki." The network had been active on darknet platforms and the encrypted Session messaging application since January 2025. Acting on intelligence developed in the last three months, NCB conducted an operation in New Delhi, leading to the bust of the network.

"If we get state government support for railway projects, we will complete all the projects. The Bengal government does not provide any support. Only 27% of the land has been acquired. I can give many examples where the West Bengal government has not provided support," Vaishnaw said.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said the continuous expansion of the Delhi Metro network will transform connectivity in the national capital and give a major push to clean public transport.