Chhath Puja 2022: 2,269 trips of 179 pairs of special trains till festival, says Ministry of Railways
3 years, 1 month ago

Chhath Puja 2022: 2,269 trips of 179 pairs of special trains till festival, says Ministry of Railways

India TV News  

Chhath Puja 2022: Indian Railways is running 2,269 trips of 179 pairs of special trains till Chhath Puja this year, to manage extra rush of passengers in the ongoing festive season, said the Ministry of Railways Chhath Puja is one of the largest festivals that is celebrated in north India specially in Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, Diwali, along with Chhath Puja also causes an increase in the numbers of passengers travelling on trains and Railways, every year runs festival special trains to meet the sudden demand of trains. Railways' festival gift to passengers As India entered festival season and people in big numbers travel from one place to another during this season, Indian Railways, one of the largest means to travel in India, came up with a new timetable and upgraded high-speed trains. Railways authorities upgraded the speed of 500 mail express trains and converted 130 services to the Superfast category in the new All India Railway Timetable.

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Indian Railways announces over 50 special trains to manage Holi rush: Check routes, other details
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Indian Railways announces over 50 special trains to manage Holi rush: Check routes, other details

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Indian Railways announces over 50 special trains to manage Holi rush: Check routes, other details Holi, the vibrant and joyous festival celebrated by Hindus across the world, is just around the corner, bringing with it a burst of colours, laughter, and togetherness. Holi special trains: With the festival of Holi just around the corner, people working away from home in …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to run 13,000 trains for convenience of devotees, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to run 13,000 trains for convenience of devotees, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Amid preparations for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today said that the Indian Railways would run about 13,000 trains, including 3,000 special ones, for the convenience of devotees. Ashwini Vaishnaw inspects Railways' preparations for Maha Kumbh The Union minister, who reached Prayagraj by train from Varanasi to review the Railways' preparations for the …

Indians stuffed in train toilets, China moves billions with little fuss
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indians stuffed in train toilets, China moves billions with little fuss

India Today  

India is a land of diversity and diverse are the images it throws up. The pictures of the festive rush, particularly in October-November, in India are in sharp contrast to what emerges from China during its annual Lunar New Year holiday in the month of February. It developed the world's largest high-speed rail network in just a decade, according to …

Chhath Puja celebrated with pomp across India: See pics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja celebrated with pomp across India: See pics

Hindustan Times  

Chhath Puja celebrated with pomp across India: See pics Chhath is a Hindu festival celebrated mainly in Bihar and UP. 1 / 10 Vermilion being applied to a devotee on the banks of Ganga river during Chhath Puja festival, in Kolkata. 2 / 10 Devotees worship the setting sun during Chhath Puja, at the River Brahmaputra Ghat in Guwahati, It …

Chhath Puja 2024: Pankaj Tripathi to Gurmeet Choudhary, actors talk about celebrating the festival away from hometown
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024: Pankaj Tripathi to Gurmeet Choudhary, actors talk about celebrating the festival away from hometown

Hindustan Times  

As the four-day Chhath Puja festival lights up Bihar and parts of Uttar Pradesh, actors in Mumbai tell Yashika Mathur how they’re keeping traditions alive while far from their roots Pankaj Tripathi, Gurmeet Choudhary and others speak about Chhath Puja plans. Main jahan bhi shooting ke dauran rehta hoon, wahan pata kar leta hoon ki Chhath ghat kahan hai, aur …

Chhath Puja special trains: Indian Railways to ply over 500 trains to accommodate festival return rush
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja special trains: Indian Railways to ply over 500 trains to accommodate festival return rush

The Hindu  

The Railway Board on Wednesday said it has arranged for more than 500 special trains to handle the return rush of travellers away in their home towns, beginning November 8 with the ending of Chhath Puja. "Special trains have been announced to accommodate returning passengers, with additional trains planned from the Samastipur, Danapur divisions and other divisions as needed to …

Chhath Puja 2024 Holidays: Are banks open on November 7,8? Check state wise list
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja 2024 Holidays: Are banks open on November 7,8? Check state wise list

Live Mint  

As Chhath Puja 2024 nears, banks in several states, including Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, and West Bengal, will observe closures on November 7 and 8. Holiday Dates and State Closures According to the Reserve Bank of India, both November 7 and 8 are designated bank holidays in certain states for Chhath Puja. Upcoming Bank Holidays in November 2024 Beyond Chhath Puja, …

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chhath Puja: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, JP Nadda, Lalu Yadav offer prayers at Ganga ghats | VIDEO

India TV News  

On the occasion of Chhath Puja, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, BJP President JP Nadda, Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, and other prominent leaders visited Ganga Ghat in Patna and greeted the people participating in the festival. Speaking to PTI on Thursday, Patna District Magistrate Chandrashekhar Singh said, "All ghats are ready for Chhath Puja festival. Besides, personnel of the State …

Historic! Over 3 crore passengers travel in train on a single day, Indian Railways sets new record
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Historic! Over 3 crore passengers travel in train on a single day, Indian Railways sets new record

India TV News  

Over 3 crore passengers travel in train on a single day, Indian Railways sets new record The Indian Railways has arranged for more than 500 special trains to handle the return rush of travellers away in their home towns, beginning November 8 with the ending of Chhath Puja. 6.85 crore passengers travelled According to the ministry, approximately 6.85 cr passengers …

Chhath Puja bank holidays: Long weekend for some from November 7-10. Check details here
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Chhath Puja bank holidays: Long weekend for some from November 7-10. Check details here

Live Mint  

Chhath Puja bank holidays: It is likely a long weekend for customers in some states in India from November 7-10. However, bank holidays across India differ from state to state, and you should check with a local bank branch for their confirmed schedule or holiday list. Holidays hve been are declared on November 7 in Bihar, Delhi, Jharkhand and West …

Vande Bharat Express service on Delhi-Patna route extended for Chhath Puja: Check schedule, fare
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vande Bharat Express service on Delhi-Patna route extended for Chhath Puja: Check schedule, fare

India TV News  

Looking at the increasing demand of the passengers during the Chhath Puja festival, the services of the special Vande Bharat Express train connecting Delhi with Bihar’s Patna has been extended till November 30. The Vande Bharat Express train from Patna is already packed on November 9, 11, 14 and 16. It should be noted that the Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express …

Four-day Chhath Puja begins with Nahay Khay
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Four-day Chhath Puja begins with Nahay Khay

The Hindu  

The four-day Chhath puja began on Tuesday with Nahay Khay on Day 1 of the festivities. Visuals from Delhi’s Kalindi Kunj Chhath Ghat showed devotees performing cleansing and puja rituals on Tuesday morning. Speaking to ANI, a devotee performing puja at Kalindi Kunj Ghat said, “After taking a holy dip in the ghat and performing puja rituals, we prepare simple …

Indian Railways Stepping Up Capacity for Festive Rush
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian Railways Stepping Up Capacity for Festive Rush

India Today  

Indian Railways is increasing festival special trains by 65 per cent from last year to ease crowding and allow more people to travel home and back for festivals. The railways have scheduled 7,296 special trains from October 1 to November 30, with 12 million unreserved non-suburban passengers being moved on November 4, double the numbers around Diwali. The train rush …

Trains on Demand? Eastern Railways announces special trains for Diwali, Chhath Puja… Check details here
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Trains on Demand? Eastern Railways announces special trains for Diwali, Chhath Puja… Check details here

Live Mint  

Trains on Demand: The Eastern Railways has announced a ‘Trains on Demand’ scheme from today, to cater to increased passenger demand during the festive period, as per a Times of India report. With demand for train tickets at a high amid Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals, ER has announced that the ‘Trains on Demand’ scheme will run from October 30 …

Indian Railways Announces 7,000 Special Trains for Festive Rush During Diwali and Chhath Puja
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian Railways Announces 7,000 Special Trains for Festive Rush During Diwali and Chhath Puja

ABP News  

Indian Railways has arranged 7,000 special trains to cater to the increased rush of passengers during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals. The number of passengers increased during the festive season of Diwali and Chhath, and the railway has made elaborate arrangements to accommodate them. More than 7000 special trains have been arranged, generating over one crore extra seats, for …

Crowded Train Ride: Over 4,500 Passengers Forced to Use Train Toilets on Bihar Express
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Crowded Train Ride: Over 4,500 Passengers Forced to Use Train Toilets on Bihar Express

India TV News  

Thousands of passengers struggle to get confirmed tickets for the Diwali and Chhath Puja special trains, leading to overcrowding and unsanitary conditions in train toilets. A video shows passengers packed into train compartments, with some even standing on doors. Despite the risks, passengers are determined to return home for the festive season.

Diwali and Chhath Puja Special Trains: A Rush of Passengers, Indian Railways Announces Additional Services
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Diwali and Chhath Puja Special Trains: A Rush of Passengers, Indian Railways Announces Additional Services

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Indian Railways has announced the operation of several special trains during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festive season. These trains will cater to the large passenger rush and ensure smooth travel for passengers. The special trains include the Kota-Danapur-Kota Special, Patna-New Jalpaiguri-Patna Special, Katihar-Dauram Madhepura-Katihar Special, and Katihar-Chhapra-Katihar Special.

Indonesian Train Service to Lucknow-Chhapra Route for Chhath Pujam, Diwali: Check schedule
5 months ago

Indonesian Train Service to Lucknow-Chhapra Route for Chhath Pujam, Diwali: Check schedule

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The Indian Railways has launched special vande Bharat Express trains to accommodate the increased rush of passengers during this festive season. The Indian Railways has started running additional Vande Bharat Express services on key routes, including New Delhi-Patna and Lucknow-Chhapra to ease the rush for passengers going for Chhath Puja and Diwali. The train numbers for New Delhi-Patna and Lucknow-Chhapra …

Diwali Special Trains: Two Unreserved Trains to Mumbai and Gorakhpur
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Diwali Special Trains: Two Unreserved Trains to Mumbai and Gorakhpur

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Indian Railways announces the launch of two special trains between Mumbai and Gorakhpur to address the rush of passengers during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals. Each train will consist of 15 Sleeper Class coaches and 2 guard cum brake vans, with sleeper coaches operating on an unreserved basis. The first train will depart from CSMT Mumbai at 2:30 PM …

High-Demand Trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja: Northern Railway Announces Special Services
5 months ago

High-Demand Trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja: Northern Railway Announces Special Services

ABP News  

Northern Railway is gearing up to handle the high demand for train tickets during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals. The railway will operate the highest number of special trains to facilitate festive travel, with over 3,144 special trips scheduled from October 1 to November 30. These special trains will accommodate around 54,000 unreserved passengers, up from 41,000 last …

Chhath Puja 2023 Kharna: How devotees are celebrating Day 2 of the festival
1 year, 4 months ago

Chhath Puja 2023 Kharna: How devotees are celebrating Day 2 of the festival

Hindustan Times  

Chhath Puja 2023 Kharna: How devotees are celebrating Day 2 of the festival Chhath Puja 2023: From taking a dip in the river to buying fruits for offering Chhatti Maiya, here's how devotees celebrated the second day of the festival.. 1 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Chhath Puja 2023: One of the largest festivals of the …

Chhath 2023: Delhi Govt to Set Up Over 1,000 Puja Ghats; Cops Release List of Road to Avoid Near Sites
1 year, 4 months ago

Chhath 2023: Delhi Govt to Set Up Over 1,000 Puja Ghats; Cops Release List of Road to Avoid Near Sites

News 18  

With Chhath festivities set to conclude on Sunday, Delhi Traffic Police has made elaborate arrangements to tackle the huge gatherings expected at the water bodies across the national capital on the final day of the four-day-long festival. Delhi Govt To Set Up 1,000 Chhath Ghats For devotees residing in the national capital who celebrate the festival, the Delhi government has …

Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory ahead of mahaparv
1 year, 4 months ago

Chhath Puja 2023: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory ahead of mahaparv

India TV News  

Chhath Puja 2023: In view of the huge gatherings expected at the water bodies across the national capital on Chhath Puja on Sunday, Delhi Traffic Police on Friday said that they have made elaborate arrangements as the released an advisory. Commuters are advised to avoid the roads adjoining the Chhath Puja sites including, the stretch of Outer Ring Road, Old …

Punjab: Hundreds of passengers vandalise Sirhind railway station after Chhath Puja special train got cancelled
1 year, 4 months ago

Punjab: Hundreds of passengers vandalise Sirhind railway station after Chhath Puja special train got cancelled

Live Mint  

After a special train scheduled to travel from Punjab to Bihar was cancelled, hundreds of passengers waiting for the train at Sirhind in Fatehgarh Sahib vandalised the railway station. The special train, scheduled amid the upcoming Chhath Puja festival, was to run from Sirhind railway station to Katihar in Bihar. According to PTI’s post on X, “Irate passengers reportedly pelted …

Indian Railways to run special Vande Bharat train from Delhi to Patna for Chhath
1 year, 4 months ago

Indian Railways to run special Vande Bharat train from Delhi to Patna for Chhath

Live Mint  

As Indian Railways has unveiled a plan to introduce 283 festival special trains for the Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations, special Vande Bharat Express train from Delhi to Patna is scheduled to take 3-4 trips during Chhath Puja. As reported by The New Indian Express citing a railway official, “this will be the first time that Indian Railways will be …

Special Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express to be functional for Diwali and Chhath Puja
1 year, 4 months ago

Special Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express to be functional for Diwali and Chhath Puja

India TV News  

Special Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express to be functional for Diwali and Chhath Puja During Chhath, the women, holding a 36-hour-long fast, performed the rituals in knee-deep waters and gave “arghya” of cow milk and water to the rising Sun. In a first, Vande Bharat Express has been included as a special train for homebound passengers during Diwali and Chhath Puja. …

Railways announces 283 special trains ahead of Chhath Puja | Check List
1 year, 5 months ago

Railways announces 283 special trains ahead of Chhath Puja | Check List

India TV News  

Ahead of the much-awaited Chhath Puja, Indian Railways have announced the launch of 283 special trains to ensure smooth travel for passengers and clear the extra rush. "Special Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi- Patna, Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Danapur-Saharsa, Danapur- Bengaluru, Ambala-Saharsa, Muzaffarpur-Yesvantpur, Puri-Patna, Okha-Naharlagun, Sealdah-New Jalpaiguri, Kochuveli-Bengaluru, …

Railways to operate special trains for Chhath Puja in Bihar | Check full list and timings
1 year, 5 months ago

Railways to operate special trains for Chhath Puja in Bihar | Check full list and timings

India TV News  

In preparation for the upcoming Chhath Puja festival, Indian Railways, specifically the Northern Railway zone, has announced plans to run special trains to accommodate the surge of passengers traveling to Bihar. Here's a list of the Chhath Puja special trains: Train Number 03255/03256 - Patna Jn – Anand Vihar Terminal – Patna Jn Superfast Special Train Train number 03255, Patna …

Indian Railways announces 283 festival special trains for Diwali, Chhath puja
1 year, 5 months ago

Indian Railways announces 283 festival special trains for Diwali, Chhath puja

Live Mint  

Indian Railways has announced 283 festival special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja. According to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the special trains will make 4,480 trips during the festival season. According to the Indian Railways, the Eastern Central Railway will operate 42 trains which will make a maximum of 512 trips, and the Western Railway will operate 36 trains …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate 1,200 special trains for mega event in Uttar Pradesh
1 year, 8 months ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate 1,200 special trains for mega event in Uttar Pradesh

India TV News  

For Maha Kumbh-2025, the Indian Railways has decided to operate as many as 1,200 special trains from various locations across the nation to assist devotees who want to attend the mega religious event. North Central Railway shares report on preparedness Divisional railway manager, Prayagraj division of the North Central Railway, Himanshu Badoni, shared the report on the preparedness of NCR, …

Holi 2023: Railways to run 491 trips of 196 special trains during festival
2 years ago

Holi 2023: Railways to run 491 trips of 196 special trains during festival

India TV News  

As railways stations are witnessing an unprecedented rise in numbers of passengers in the wake of colour festival Holi, the Railways planned to run 491 trips of 196 special trains for the convenience of passengers and to ease the festive rush. These special trains will connect major destinations across the country, the national transporter said on Monday. "In this ongoing …

Chhath Puja 2022: Devotees perform first ‘argha’ to the setting Sun| Photos
2 years, 4 months ago

Chhath Puja 2022: Devotees perform first ‘argha’ to the setting Sun| Photos

Hindustan Times  

Chhath Puja 2022: Devotees perform first ‘argha’ to the setting Sun| Photos After two years of restrictions due to Covid-19, hundreds of people offered their prayers to the setting sun on the auspicious occasion of “Chhath”.. 1 / 18 View Photos in a new improved layout Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath addresses the gathering during Chhath puja festival in …

How Chhath is being celebrated in India| In pics
2 years, 4 months ago

How Chhath is being celebrated in India| In pics

Hindustan Times  

How Chhath is being celebrated in India| In pics Chhath Puja is a four-day-long Hindu festival that is performed to seek blessings from the Sun for a healthy, happy, and prosperous life. 5 / 13 View Photos in a new improved layout The first day of Chhath Puja is known as Kaddu Bhaat or Nahai Khai. 7 / 13 View …

Delhi LG declares Chhath Puja on 30 October as 'dry day' in national capital
2 years, 4 months ago

Delhi LG declares Chhath Puja on 30 October as 'dry day' in national capital

Firstpost  

Earlier, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena had given his nod to hold Chhath Puja at designated ghats on the Yamuna New Delhi: Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Wednesday declared Chhath Puja to be a Dry Day in the national capital on 30 October for the first time, news agency ANI reported. pic.twitter.com/rgoY3ZBRMc — ANI October 28, 2022 …

Auspicious four-day Chhath Puja commences with 'Nahai-Khai' | Pics
2 years, 4 months ago

Auspicious four-day Chhath Puja commences with 'Nahai-Khai' | Pics

Hindustan Times  

Auspicious four-day Chhath Puja commences with 'Nahai-Khai' | Pics The annual Chhath Puja festival started with devotees embarking on a four-day long and strict spiritual observance. 2 / 5 View Photos in a new improved layout People making preparations for the Chhath puja in Lucknow on Thursday. 3 / 5 View Photos in a new improved layout Devotees shop for …

Chhath Puja 2022: Indian Railways announces over 250 special trains | DETAILS
2 years, 5 months ago

Chhath Puja 2022: Indian Railways announces over 250 special trains | DETAILS

India TV News  

Highlights Centre has started over 250 special trains for upcoming Chhath Puja festival Around 1.4 lakhs berths have been made available: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Indian Railways is running 2,561 trips of 211 special trains till Chhath Puja in 2022 Chhath Puja 2022: Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the Centre has started over 250 special trains for the …

Chhath Puja 2022: List of trains to run for UP, Bihar from several cities across nation; check details
2 years, 5 months ago

Chhath Puja 2022: List of trains to run for UP, Bihar from several cities across nation; check details

India TV News  

Highlights Indian Railways to run 124 special trains in view of Chhath Puja Chhath Puja will be celebrated this year on October 30 Bihar CM Nitish Kumar had urged Centre to provide puja special trains Chhath Puja 2022: Indian Railways has decided to run as many as 124 special trains for passengers going to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar on the …

Chhath Puja: Delhi’s oldest ghat ITO starts preparation for festival
2 years, 5 months ago

Chhath Puja: Delhi’s oldest ghat ITO starts preparation for festival

Live Mint  

The National Capital's oldest Chhath Puja ghat ITO has started the preparation for the upcoming Chhath Puja under PWD and Delhi Chhath Puja Samiti. Talking about the preparation, Delhi Chhath Puja Samiti Vice President Anil Singh said that the samite will organise cultural programmes and 'bhandara' for devotees this year. Delhi Police, Civil Defence and our Delhi Chhath Puja Samiti …

Indian Railways cancels 175 trains today; check your train status here
2 years, 5 months ago

Indian Railways cancels 175 trains today; check your train status here

India TV News  

Railways Services during the festival: As India entered festival season, every update on Railways services becomes very crucial because people in huge numbers travel on trains to reach their home town. Indian Railways on Thursday announced that 138 trains fully and 37 were partially canceled across several zones owing to several reasons, including maintenance. Image Source : INDIAN RAILWAYSCheck the …

Chhath-Diwali 2022 Special Trains: Indian Railways to run 211 festival special trains | Details
2 years, 5 months ago

Chhath-Diwali 2022 Special Trains: Indian Railways to run 211 festival special trains | Details

India TV News  

Highlights Railways has notified additional 32 special services during this festival season Total 211 Special Services will make 2561 Trips- 179 special services were notified earlier Special Trains to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes Indian Railways special trains: In this ongoing festive season, for the convenience of rail travelers and to clear extra rush of passengers, …

Chhath Puja 2022: Delhi government allocates Rs 25 crore for festival arrangements
2 years, 5 months ago

Chhath Puja 2022: Delhi government allocates Rs 25 crore for festival arrangements

India TV News  

Highlights Delhi govt has made grand preparations for Chhath Puja at around 1,100 sites Delhi CM allocated Rs 25 crore for the festival on Friday Chhath Puja will be celebrated on October 30 and 31 Chhath Puja 2022: The Delhi government has made grand preparations for Chhath Puja at around 1,100 sites and allocated Rs 25 crore for the festival, …

Indian Railways to run 179 special trains for festive season rush: Check details
2 years, 5 months ago

Indian Railways to run 179 special trains for festive season rush: Check details

Hindustan Times  

As India gears up for festive season travel, the Railway Ministry has decided to operate 179 pairs of special trains to ease the load of heavy passenger traffic, news agency ANI reported on Friday. Indian Railways will make 2,269 extra trips via these special trains, which will run till Chhath Puja on 30 October. Last week, the Indian Railways Catering …

Railways' puja bonanza: Speeds up 500 Mail Express trains, converts 130 to Superfast | Details here
2 years, 5 months ago

Railways' puja bonanza: Speeds up 500 Mail Express trains, converts 130 to Superfast | Details here

India TV News  

As India entered festival season and a huge movement of people from one place to another is seen during the festival, Indian Railways, one of the largest means to travel in India, geared up with a new timetable and upgraded high-speed trains. Railways authorities upgraded the speed of 500 mail express trains and converted 130 services to the Superfast category …

Indian Railways cancels 10 trains for next three months from December 01, 2021
3 years, 4 months ago

Indian Railways cancels 10 trains for next three months from December 01, 2021

India Today  

Passengers travelling by train in the month of December have to take a slight change in their travel as Indian Railways have cancelled a few trains from December 01, 2021, till February 2022. A total of trains will be cancelled in the winter season from December 01, 2021, to February 28, 2022, and will be resumed from March 01, 2022. …

AAP vs BJP in Delhi, Nod by UP, Maha: Why Chhath Matters & What Purvanchalis Mean for Political Parties
3 years, 4 months ago

AAP vs BJP in Delhi, Nod by UP, Maha: Why Chhath Matters & What Purvanchalis Mean for Political Parties

News 18  

Ahead of Chhat puja on Wednesday, several states have issued guidelines and made provisions for the festival. In Delhi, the state government has made provisions for 800 ghats for people to celebrate Chhath Puja. Point of Contestation The Delhi Disaster Management Authority has prohibited Chhath Puja on the banks of the Yamuna this year. BJP MP Parvesh Verma on Monday …

Chhath Puja 2021 holiday: List of states have holiday of Chhath Puja
3 years, 4 months ago

Chhath Puja 2021 holiday: List of states have holiday of Chhath Puja

India Today  

According to the Hindu calendar, Chhath Puja is a four-day festival dedicated to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya. It is believed that the Chhath puja has its origin from Rig Veda and in ancient times, Draupadi and Pandavas of Hastinapur also celebrate this festival to solve problems of getting back their lost kingdom. Here is the list of states that …

Chhath Puja 2021: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance
3 years, 4 months ago

Chhath Puja 2021: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance

News 18  

Chhath Puja is one of the major festivals of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh dedicated to Lord Surya. The festival that lasts upto four days begins with Nahay Khay on Shukla Paksha Chaturthi Tithi of Kartika month and ends with Usha Arghya on Saptami Tithi. Know the details of the four days of the Chhath festival below Chhath Puja 2021: Important …

Chhath Puja 2021: 2 pairs of special Delhi-Bihar trains announced; check here
3 years, 4 months ago

Chhath Puja 2021: 2 pairs of special Delhi-Bihar trains announced; check here

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Railways on Friday announced operating two special trains on the occasion of Chhath Puja next week, an official notification stated. The decision to run the special Puja trains was made to tackle the passenger rush during the Chhath Puja, which is a massive festival in Bihar. The Indian Railways has decided to operate special Puja trains in order …

Diwali-Chhath Puja 2021 special trains: Indian Railways to operate 110 special festival trains | Full list here
3 years, 4 months ago

Diwali-Chhath Puja 2021 special trains: Indian Railways to operate 110 special festival trains | Full list here

India Today  

Indian Railways has decided to run 668 trips of 110 special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja 2021 ahead of the celebrations. The Ministry released a statement stating, 'For the convenience of rail travelers and to clear extra rush of passengers during this festive season, Indian Railways is running 668 trips of 110 special trains from Durga Puja till Chhatha …

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