Indian Railways launches the weekly Alipurduar-Panvel Amrit Bharat Express (Train 11032/11031). Offering affordable travel, it connects West Bengal to Maharashtra with 35 stops. Check the full schedule here.
The Smita Patil International Film Festival (SPIFF) begins Saturday at NFAI Pune with 46 short films from 37 countries. Free entry. Discover global cinema celebrating artistic integrity.
Indians are travelling more than ever. Discover 2026's top trends like grocery tourism and glowcations, plus insights on fashion, food, and wellness shaping the year ahead. Dive in!
Canada's latest Express Entry draw saw the CRS score drop to 511. Learn about the process, costs, and what this lower cut-off means for skilled Indian professionals seeking permanent residency.
Explore Tarun Tahiliani's climate-controlled archive in Gurugram, safeguarding 8000+ swatches & designs. A legacy project for Indian fashion's future. Discover the story.
Challenge yourself with The Indian Express's weekly news quiz. Dive into 10 questions on top headlines, chase a high score, and explore stories that shaped the week. Ready to test your knowledge?
On January 5, 1986, 13 parties moved to form a national opposition forum. Centre took a tough stand on Punjab violence, while US and USSR edged towards a missile pact. Explore this pivotal day.
A rare 35mm print of the 1954 Tamil satire 'Ratha Kanneer' has been donated to the National Film Archive of India in Pune, highlighting the urgent need to preserve cinematic heritage. Discover the film's journey and restoration plans.
Newly released Nehru archive reveals how India's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru evaded questions about his succession plan just days before his death in 1964, with political circles abuzz about Indira Gandhi. Explore the historical details.
The complete digitised archive of Jawaharlal Nehru's papers, spanning 75,000 pages, is now freely accessible online. Editor Madhavan K Palat discusses the first PM's remarkable candour and the archive's insights into nation-building.
An Air India Express pilot was arrested and later released on bail for allegedly assaulting a colleague at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025.
Declassified US transcripts reveal Putin's 2001 warning to Bush on Pakistan's nuclear control. Details of the Slovenia summit and shared US-Russia concerns exposed. Read the full report.
Dense fog blankets North India, severely disrupting rail services. Premium trains like Vande Bharat and Rajdhani Express face delays exceeding 8 hours. Get the latest updates on affected services.
Delhi Police registers FIR after an Air India Express pilot allegedly assaulted a flyer. Investigation underway using CCTV footage and evidence. Read the latest details.
At least 16 files, including photos with Donald Trump, vanished from the DOJ's Epstein archive within a day of release, sparking a major transparency scandal. Read the full story.
BMC floats tenders worth Rs 129 crore for micro-surfacing 15.4 km of Mumbai's Western & Eastern Express Highways. Work to cost Rs 8.41 crore per km. Read details.
A grinding stone was found on railway tracks in Kochi's Pachalam, raising sabotage fears. The Mysuru-Kochuveli Express loco pilot spotted it at 4:50 AM. A puppy was found dead nearby. Read details.
Northern Railway announces 21 special trains, including Vande Bharat Express, to manage passenger rush. Get the full list of routes connecting major cities like Howrah, Mumbai, and Prayagraj.
Uttar Pradesh's 15th Vande Bharat Express begins commercial runs on December 9, linking Gomtinagar and Saharanpur with 7 stops. Discover the route, schedule, and how it boosts state connectivity.
On the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster, the Sambhavna Trust Clinic launched a comprehensive digital archive. This free repository offers vital information for researchers and survivors worldwide. Explore the history and ongoing impact.
Congress MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka raises critical railway demands for South Odisha in Lok Sabha, highlighting delayed Rayagada division & need for better connectivity. Read more.
Bengaluru-Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express is fully booked 24 days before Christmas, with waiting lists overflowing. Passengers urge railways to double coaches from 8 to 16 to meet holiday demand.
Toronto-based writer Vivek Duggal's debut novel, 'Itarsi Express,' gets a major publishing deal with Simon & Schuster India in association with The Sunflower Seeds. Discover the story of this cross-cultural narrative.
December 1, 1985: Suspected terrorists ambush police in Ferozepur, killing 2 officers. Rajiv Gandhi invites Pakistan's Zia-ul-Haq to nuclear facility. Read more historical insights.
Prime Ministers’ Museum & Library launches digital archives with 25+ million rare documents. Explore India's history online with remote access for scholars.
Indian carriers IndiGo and Air India successfully upgraded software on over 90% of 338 affected Airbus A320 aircraft with minimal flight disruptions. DGCA data shows only 4 cancellations during the process.
Indian Express Deputy Editor Liz Mathew receives Dr Mangalam Swaminathan National Award for excellence in journalism. Read about her achievements and the ceremony.
Indian Express Deputy Editor Liz Mathew receives the Dr Mangalam Swaminathan National Award for her outstanding political reporting and exclusive interviews. Read more about this prestigious honor.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off Gorakhpur-Pilibhit Express extension to Izzatnagar, enhancing mobility in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly region after gauge conversion projects.
Indian cricketer Mohammed Siraj faces 8-hour flight delay, cancellation with Air India Express. Read his viral complaint and airline's response.