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Kolkata Metro Expansion Faces Major Delays Due to Land and Clearance Issues, Railways Minister Informs Parliament

The Ministry of Railways has revealed to Parliament that several key expansion corridors of the Kolkata Metro are significantly delayed. The primary reasons cited include land acquisition hurdles, removal of encroachments, and pending clearances from the West Bengal Government. Currently, 52 kilometers of new metro lines are under construction in and around Kolkata. However, as...

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Mumbai | Piyush Goyal Emphasises Accountability, Says BJP Leaders Must Report Work to the People

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Union Minister Piyush Goyal reaffirmed the importance of accountability and transparency in public service, stating that it is the responsibility of every elected representative to keep citizens informed about their work and future plans. Speaking in North Mumbai, Goyal said, “It is the duty of the people’s representative to give their report to...

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In view of the approaching Cyclone Ditwah, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed the preparedness of Southern Railway teams to ensure minimal disruption to rail operations in vulnerable regions. According to the Railway Ministry, dedicated War Rooms at the Railway Board, zonal, and divisional levels have been activated to monitor the situation round-the-clock and coordinate...