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Lonavala landslides: Central Railway cancels 30 trains till July 17, Deccan Queen hit
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According to a statement issued by Central Railway on Thursday, heavy rain on July 6 triggered landslides at multiple locations between Lonavala and Karjat, disrupting operations on all three railway lines. (File photo)Written by Shrijita AcharyyaCentral Railway has cancelled 30 trains, including major services between Pune and Mumbai such as the Deccan Queen, Deccan Express and Intercity Express, from Friday until July 17 following multiple landslides on the Lonavala–Karjat section caused by heavy rainfall. According to a statement issued by Central Railway on Thursday, heavy rain on July 6 triggered landslides at multiple locations between Lonavala and Karjat, disrupting operations on all three railway lines. Several long-distance trains were affected following a landslide between Thakurvadi and Monkey Hill Loop Cabin on the Up Main Line of the Mumbai Division. Restoration work is underway, but railway officials said the extensive damage and difficult working conditions are likely to delay the resumption of normal services. The railway administration said that instead of announcing last-minute cancellations, it decided to cancel services for a temporary period to help passengers plan their journeys better. Major daily trains cancelled Among the major daily trains cancelled from July 10 to July 17 are the Deccan Queen (12123/12124), Deccan Express (11007/11008), Intercity Express (12127/12128), CSMT–Hyderabad Express (22731/22732), Hubbali–Dadar Express (17317/17318), Daund–Indore Express (22943/22944) and the CSMT–Chennai Egmore Superfast Mail (22157/22158). Several other trains, including the Mahalaxmi Express, Jodhpur–Hadapsar Express, Dadar–Satara Express and Dadar–Sainagar Shirdi Express, have also been cancelled on specified dates between July 9 and July 17. In addition, eight special trains, including services connecting Pune, CSMT, Gorakhpur, Ghazipur City and Hazrat Nizamuddin, have also been cancelled on various dates.Story continues below this ad Central Railway said restoration work is being carried out on a war footing, with senior officers monitoring operations at the site round the clock. The administration added that every effort is being made to restore train services at the earliest. Passengers have been advised to check the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) app or contact the railway helpline for the latest train running information. Central Railway has also appealed to passengers to cooperate during the disruption caused by the natural calamity. (Shrijita Acharyya is an intern with The Indian Express)
In this photo provided by the North Korean government, its leader Kim Jong Un, second left, supervises tests of a destroyer, the Kang Kon's main gun and automatic cannons at an undisclosed place in North Korea Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo) In a fresh military display amid growing push for a nuclear-powered navy, the Supreme Leader of North Korea Kim Jong Un Friday supervised the tests of a nuclear-capable cruise missile, alongside other weapons, the Associated Press reported quoting the state media on Sunday. The tests took place aboard the new 5,000-ton destroyer, Kang Kon, which has been repaired after it was damaged during a failed launch ceremony in 2025, state media added.According to the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the event included test-firings of a strategic cruise missile, the Kang Kon’s main gun and automatic cannons, trials of its electronic warfare systems and assessments of its target-detection and information-processing capabilities, AP quoted. After observing the tests from the shore, Kim directed officials to complete the destroyer’s trials and place the vessel in active duty within two months, the news agency added. Kim’s focus on nuclear arms In late June this year, North Korea commissioned its first 5,000-ton destroyer, the Choe Hyon. Kim celebrated the event with a lavish ceremony, affirming that the nuclear armament of his Navy was proceeding as planned, AP highlighted. Kim has been increasingly turning his focus to naval capabilities, such as the construction of a nuclear-powered submarine. At Workers’ Party congress in February this year, Kim also outlined his five-year military goals, and called for intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of underwater launches, the news agency stated.Story continues below this ad Kim has, moreover, called for building two new 5,000-ton warships annually over the next five years. He also plans to develop a larger 10,000-ton destroyer in the near future, AP reported. What is Choe Hyon? North Korea unveiled the Choe Hyon in April 2025. For Kim, it stood as a major step towards expanding his military’s operational reach and preemptive strike capabilities, KCNA reported, describing the features of the destroyer. The warship is equipped with anti-aircraft and anti-ship weapons as well as nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missiles, state media agency added. South Korean officials have claimed the vessel was likely built with Russian assistance as military ties between the two countries deepened.Story continues below this ad How was Kang Kon damaged? The Kang Kon was unveiled a month after the Choe Hyon in May 2025, however, it was damaged during a botched launch at the northern port of Chongjin, according to AP. The damage prompted a furious reaction from Kim. The ship was relaunched this year in June following repairs, even though external experts continue to question its readiness for active duty, AP quoted. © IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prio
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews were at an incident on the railway just south of Bedford and also called on the public to steer clear.British Transport Police said on Friday it was responding to reports of a collision involving two trains about 60 miles north of London, with media reports saying the major incident had resulted in multiple injuries. A video posted on social media showed what appeared to be the front of one train entangled with the back of another, with both still on the tracks.The East of England Ambulance Service said it had sent multiple resources, including an air ambulance, to the collision on the railway south of Bedford, and urged people to avoid the area. Transport minister Heidi Alexander said in a post on X she was “deeply concerned” by reports of the collision. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews were at an incident on the railway just south of Bedford and also called on the public to steer clear. Train operator East Midlands Railway said it was unable to run services in or out of London for the rest of the day, while Thameslink said all lines between Luton and Bedford were blocked due to a problem under investigation.
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