Eight people, including the loco pilot, died, and at least 60 were injured when the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express collided with a goods train near Rangapani station, seven kilometers from New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal. The collision caused two rear compartments to derail. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Rs. 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs. 50,000 for the injured. President Droupadi Murmu expressed condolences. Heavy rain in Siliguri affected rescue operations. The train, traveling from Agartala to Sealdah, crashed around 9 am, causing a temporary halt in long-distance train services.

A tragic train collision occurred near Rangapani station in West Bengal's Darjeeling district. The incident involved a goods train colliding with the Kanchanjunga Express, which was en route from Silchar to Kolkata. As a result of the collision, five people lost their lives, and 25 passengers sustained injuries. Two coaches of the Kanchanjunga Express were derailed due to the impact. The collision took place in the Chicken's Neck corridor, crucial for connecting Northeastern India with the rest of the country. Immediate response teams including DM, SP, medical personnel, and ambulances were deployed for rescue operations. Efforts were also made to clear the tracks and provide alternative transportation for affected passengers.

A fierce encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday night. Acting on a tip-off, security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Aragam area, leading to a gunfight after terrorists opened fire. One terrorist body has been spotted, and searches are ongoing to locate additional militants. The operation is still underway, with security forces working to neutralize any remaining threats. The incident highlights the ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region.

Tragedy strikes as Kanchanjungha Express collides with goods train near Jalpaiguri, leaving several injured and many feared dead. The Sealdah-bound train crashed into a goods train early Monday morning near New Jalpaiguri station. The accident occurred between the 13174 Kanchanjunga Express from Agartala and the goods train near Rangapani. Injured passengers and their families can seek help by dialing the designated helpline numbers. A help desk has been set up at Sealdah station to assist those affected by the collision. Rescue efforts are underway, and the extent of the damage is still being assessed.

In a tragic incident near New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, several passengers were injured when a goods train collided with the Kanchenjunga Express from behind this Monday morning. The Kanchenjunga Express operates between Sealdah and Silchar, Assam, and was headed towards Sealdah when the accident occurred. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock over the incident, stating that rescue efforts are underway in the Phansidewa area of Darjeeling district. Emergency services including DM, SP, doctors, ambulances, and disaster response teams have been swiftly deployed to assist at the site. Further details about the accident are awaited as the situation unfolds.

On Monday, June 17, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended their greetings to the nation on Eid-ul-Adha. Also known as the 'festival of sacrifice,' Eid-ul-Adha is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic calendar, marking the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. President Murmu encouraged people to work together for the benefit of all, while Prime Minister Modi highlighted the importance of harmony and togetherness. Both leaders used social media to convey their wishes, expressing hopes for everyone's happiness and health on this significant occasion.

Ten students at a government engineering college in Bihar's Banka district were hospitalized after allegedly finding a dead snake in their mess food. The students complained of food poisoning and were treated at the hospital. All are now healthy. The incident sparked outrage among students, who claim to have long faced issues with food quality at the mess. College staff allegedly threatened the students when they protested. The mess is run by a private contractor, and students from both the boys' and girls' hostels have raised concerns about food quality. An investigation is expected to follow.

The Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of Bihar Police has uncovered six post-dated cheques linked to a mafia group accused of selling leaked NEET-UG 2024 question papers. Investigators believe over ₹30 lakh was charged per candidate. The cheques were recovered during a probe involving 13 arrests, including examinees and family members. Evidence suggests candidates received question papers and answers at a Patna safe house prior to the May 5 exam. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is yet to provide reference papers for forensic analysis of partially burnt documents found at the site. Calls for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation continue amidst government denials of a leak.

Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, have been stranded in Sikkim’s Mangan district due to heavy rains disrupting roads and communication. The evacuation from Lachung may begin Sunday if weather permits, according to officials. Tourism Secretary C S Rao confirmed the tourists have been stuck for a week. Six people have died due to landslides and rain, with power and food supplies also affected. The district administration has provided Rs 4 lakh to each of the deceased's families. Efforts will be coordinated by Tourism Minister Tshering Thendup Bhutia.

Amid Delhi's water crisis and heatwave, residents vandalized the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) office in Chhatarpur, smashing windows with earthen pots. The unrest has ignited a political clash, with AAP accusing BJP of incitement, while BJP alleges corruption in DJB operations. BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri acknowledged public anger but urged restraint, and MP Manoj Tiwari criticized the AAP government’s handling of water issues. A scuffle over a tap in Dwarka also left three injured and hospitalized.