Mumbai Railway Board to Launch Safer Non-AC Trains in 2026

The Railway Board announced plans to develop new non-AC trains with automatic door closure to enhance safety following an incident in Mumbai that resulted in four fatalities. A prototype is expected by November 2025, with public operation set for January 2026. Solutions for ventilation issues were also discussed during meetings with ICF officials.

India Denies US Tariff Connection to Pakistan Ceasefire

India has strongly denied any link between U.S. tariffs and its military negotiations during recent hostilities with Pakistan. External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed discussions with the U.S. occurred during Operation Sindoor but emphasized tariffs were not part of these talks. This follows President Trump’s claims regarding the role of tariffs in securing peace.