Residents of Sambhal have been demanding the expansion of the Sambhal-Gajraula railway line for decades. On Wednesday, representatives of the district struggle committee met with newly elected MP Ziaur Rehman Bark to demand the speedy completion of this expansion. They highlighted Sambhal's historical significance, its population exceeding four lakhs, and the...
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need for improved transportation infrastructure. They emphasized the economic benefits of the expansion for the region, which is known for its production of mint, potatoes, tobacco, and handicrafts. They believe the expansion will boost trade, reduce transportation costs for businesses, and contribute to overall development.

On Tuesday morning around 11 am, the Purnagiri Janshatabdi Express, travelling from Delhi to Tanakpur, was departing Chandausi railway station. The gatekeeper was closing railway gate 35-B to allow the train to pass. Before the gate was fully closed, an e-rickshaw travelling from Badaun Chungi collided with the gate's boom, damaging...
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the boom and shattering the e-rickshaw's front windshield. The gatekeeper immediately informed the control room and the RPF. An emergency boom was installed to allow the train to pass. The RPF arrived at the scene, took the e-rickshaw into custody, and the e-rickshaw driver fled.