EU–Mercosur trade deal row: Why are Irish farmers protesting against the pact; what’s at stake

File photo- Protestors burn tires during a demonstration of European farmers outside the EU Summit meeting in Brussels. (Photo credit- AP) Several thousand Irish farmers took to the streets of central Ireland on Saturday to protest the European Union’s trade agreement with the South American bloc Mercosur, a day after EU member states approved the…

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Indian Railways special trains: Over 12,000 trains to be run for festival season; check list of trains, routes & more

Indian Railways has deployed over 12,075 special trains to manage the festive season rush, particularly around Diwali and Chhath Puja. These services, a 56% increase from last year, aim to ensure safe and timely travel for over 30 lakh passengers, with enhanced amenities at major stations. Indian Railways has launched over 12,075 special trains across…

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