Video Shows How Northeast Trains Stay Clean, Passengers Collect Trash In Bags

Citizens exhibiting a disregard for cleanliness, especially in public places, is a topic of intense discussion in India. The passenger trains often witness the worst side of Indian travellers who litter without a care and unload the responsibility of maintaining sanitation on the authorities. While debates about the lack of civic sense continue, the North East region of the country has once again led from the front and highlighted how a progressive society should operate.

Shared on Instagram by a user named @daily.passenger, the widely shared video shows passengers on the Aizawl-Guwahati train taking personal initiative to keep their surroundings clean. They were seen diligently collecting their waste in bags, demonstrating a high level of civic awareness without needing reminders or enforcement from the authorities.

"People were tying their waste in small bags and hanging them neatly beside their seats. No announcements. No instructions from the railways. Just a habit," read the caption accompanying the video.

"As someone from North India, this made me reflect deeply. We often complain about dirty trains and roads, but rarely question our own behaviour. Clean spaces do not stay clean because of authorities alone. They stay clean because people choose to care. There is so much to learn from Mizoram and the North East. Respect for public spaces is not a campaign. It is a way of life."

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'So Much To Learn'

As the video went viral, social media users lauded the passengers for keeping the train clean and hoped that passengers in other regions of the country would learn from their behaviour.

"There is so much to learn for all of us from our fellow Indians of the North East," said one user, while another added: "It's not about the area but the civic sense of people.

A third commented: "This is great to see from them. I'm from Tamil Nadu. I appreciate that and hopefully it is followed across India. I request one thing that the trash is desposed in a safe way, instead of throwing it out on the tracks @irctc.official."

A fourth said: "We were told since childhood to carry our waste in our pockets or bags and throw it into a dustbin when we see one."

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Trump Says Wouldn't Join Paris G7 Meeting Suggested By Macron

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he would not attend an emergency meeting of G7 nations to discuss the war in Ukraine that was proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron, but which the French leader later said would not take place this week.

Trump was asked at a White House briefing about a "private message" from the French leader -- suggesting an emergency G7 gathering in Paris -- that the US leader posted on his Truth Social network earlier on Tuesday.

Asked if he would be open to such a meeting, Trump told reporters: "No, I wouldn't do that."

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Zakir Khan Announces Break From Live Shows Until 2030 Due To Health Concerns

Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan announced a long break from live tours during his Hyderabad show.

According to Zakir Khan's team, the comedian has decided to take an extended hiatus from live performances, reportedly until 2030, citing health issues and personal reasons.

Comedian Zakir Khan has announced a long break from stand-up due to health reasons, sharing the update during his Hyderabad show.
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Zakir also shared a story on his Instagram handle on Tuesday afternoon, hinting at the break. After arriving in Dubai, he posted another update confirming that the decision was final.

He wrote, "Every show is a celebration till June 20. I won't be able to come to many cities this time, so please make a little extra effort and come to the shows. Thank you for all the love."

Meanwhile, last year Zakir Khan made history by becoming the first Indian comedian to perform a Hindi-language show at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden.

Loved across India for his relatable humour and 'sakht launda' persona, Zakir shared the emotional moment with fans on Instagram. Calling it a "big day", he wrote about how overwhelming it felt to perform Hindi comedy for an audience of 6,000 people.

He went on to thank his friends and team for their support, describing the performance as a special milestone in his career. Among those cheering for him were celebrity chef Vikas Khanna and actor Kal Penn, whose presence made the night even more memorable.

Zakir Khan first rose to fame in 2012 after winning Comedy Central's India's Best Stand-Up competition. Since then, he has built a massive fan base in India and abroad through stand-up specials such as Haq Se Single, Kaksha Gyarvi, and others.

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Cigarette In Hand, Driving At 120 kmph: 4 Teens Die In Udaipur Car Crash

Four teenagers, including three minors, were killed and six other people were injured when two cars collided in Udaipur on Saturday. A video that has emerged shows that the car in which the teenagers were travelling was being driven at a speed of 120 kmph at one point and at least two friends of the man driving, who was nonchalantly smoking a cigarette as music blared and a video played on a screen next to him, had urged him to slow down moments before the crash.

While there is darkness after the collision, the phone keeps recording and at least one of the friends can be heard begging people to rescue him, telling them he can't breathe.

The six friends had left in one car after attending a 'Mehfil-e-Milad' programme in Udaipur and were headed to the old Ahmedabad highway to have some tea. Their car collided with another, which was headed towards Gujarat, and while four of the friends - Mohammad Ayan (17), Adil Qureshi (14), Sher Mohammad (19), and Ghulam Khwaja (17) - died, two were seriously injured. All four people in the other car also sustained injuries. 

The nearly nine-minute video shows one of the friends in the backseat recording Sher Mohammad driving as a Haryanvi song plays very loudly, along with the video, on the car stereo. As the car's speed crosses 100 kmph, the 19-year-old, still smoking, shows no sign of slowing down.

The friend recording says, "Haath hatao (move your hand)", and then focuses on the speedometer, where the needle can be seen crossing the 120 kmph mark. Soon after, a friend says the car is now at 140 kmph and asks Sher Mohammad to slow down. This is followed by another friend urging him to do the same. 

Just seconds later, the car swerves, a scream can be heard, followed by a massive bang, the sound of glass shattering, and then darkness. 

This is at the 1.23 mark in the video. Static follows for at least 40 seconds until two people can be heard groaning in pain

The cries of agony continue for over two minutes before one of the friends can be heard asking someone near the site of the accident for help. "Bachalo bhayya... Mummy... Bachalo (Save me, please)," he can be heard saying.

"Bachalo, main andar phansa hua hoon, mereko saans nahin aa rahi hai (I am stuck inside, I can't breathe)," he pleads and continues to do so as the video ends around the nine-minute mark.

Both surviving friends in that car, as well as the four in the other vehicle, are undergoing treatment, officials said.

(With inputs from Sanjay Vyas)

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T20 World Cup Controversy LIVE: Scotland 'Ready' To Replace Bangladesh

Bangladesh T20 World Cup Participation Controversy LIVE: Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 in India is up in the air, with the International Cricket Council (ICC) sending an ultimatum to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). As per ICC sources, the BCB have been urged to decide on its participation by January 21, or otherwise "risk being replaced by another team". This saga follows a series of events kickstarted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s instruction for the removal of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, amid ongoing political tension between India and Bangladesh.

Here are the Live Updates on Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 2026 participation controversy:

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Jana Nayagan Crosses 1 Million Interests On BookMyShow Ahead Of Court Hearing

Despite being caught in a web of legal hurdles, actor Vijay's much-anticipated film Jana Nayagan continues to generate remarkable buzz among audiences. The film has crossed a significant milestone by registering over one million 'interests' on BookMyShow, even as its theatrical release remains uncertain.

Fans Eagerly Await Jana Nayagan's Release

A look at Jana Nayagan's BookMyShow page shows that more than one million users have clicked the 'I'm interested' option, signalling strong anticipation for the film whenever bookings open. 

This surge in interest comes at a time when the film is yet to receive certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

The film was slated to hit theatres on January 9, but days before the scheduled date, it was revealed that the CBFC had not cleared the project and had instead referred it to a revising committee. Since then, uncertainty has loomed over the release, with no official confirmation on when audiences will finally be able to watch the film on the big screen.

Legal Roadblocks And Uncertain Release Timeline

Last week, the Supreme Court dismissed a petition filed by the film's producer, KVN Productions LLP, seeking immediate certification for Jana Nayagan. A Bench comprising Justice Dipankar Datta and Justice Augustine George Masih declined to intervene, criticising the "blistering pace" adopted by the makers and pointing out that the matter is already scheduled for hearing before the Madras High Court Division Bench on January 20.

The producer had approached the top court after the Division Bench of the Madras High Court stayed an earlier Single Bench order that directed the CBFC to certify the film without delay. With limited legal options now available, the fate of Jana Nayagan hinges on the upcoming High Court hearing.

Adding to the significance is the fact that Jana Nayagan is being touted as Vijay's final film before his full-fledged entry into politics, following the launch of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). 

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Gill Gives Blunt Verdict After ODI Series Loss Against NZ: "Disappointed"

Indian cricket team skipper Shubman Gill expressed his disappointment after his side's ODI series loss against New Zealand on Sunday. Star batter Virat Kohli slammed a sensational century but it was not enough as India slumped to a 41-run loss against New Zealand in the 3rd ODI match in Indore. Batting first, New Zealand posted a mammoth total of 337/8 thanks to tons from Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips. In reply, Kohli played a brilliant knock and was even supported by Nitish Kumar Reddy as well as Harshit Rana but it was not enough. Following the series loss, Gill said that he was disappointed with how the team played and added that there were many areas that they need to look back and reflect on.

"After the first match, coming here 1-1, the way we played - disappointed. There are areas we need to look back, reflect and do better. (On the positives) The way Virat is batting is always is a plus. The way Harshit has batted in this series, batting at No. 8 is not easy," he said at the post-match presentation.

"The way he stepped up and the way the fast bowlers bowled in this series was good as well. Keeping the World Cup in mind, we want to give him (Nitish Reddy) opportunities and we want to give him enough overs and see what kind of combinations work for us and what kind of deliveries work for him," he added.

Coming to the match,  Kohli's magnificent, combative century, forged with trademark resolve under mounting pressure, proved heartbreakingly insufficient as India slumped to their first-ever bilateral ODI series defeat at home against New Zealand, losing the decider by 41 runs.

Kohli's 124 off 108 balls was a study in controlled aggression and steely temperament. The chase master shouldered the responsibility almost single-handedly, counter-punching a disciplined New Zealand attack with crisp drives, well-judged pulls and calculated risks over the ropes.

As wickets tumbled regularly at the other end, Kohli dug in, refusing to let the chase drift away, but once he fell late in the innings, India's resistance finally collapsed at 296 in 46 overs while chasing a stiff 338.

The defeat not only handed New Zealand a 2-1 series win but also marked a historic first -- India had never before lost a home ODI series to the Kiwis.

It was a sobering evening for the hosts, made more poignant by the fact that one of their finest modern-day batters had delivered a near-perfect response to adversity.

Earlier, Daryl Mitchell's second consecutive hundred and Glenn Phillips' blistering century powered New Zealand to a competitive 337 for eight despite early jolts from India's pace attack.

Mitchell (137) and Phillips (106) stitched together a 219-run partnership for the fourth wicket that turned the innings on its head.

(With PTI inputs)

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