Railways flouting norms to catch electrification bandwagon
The Railways has taken up electrification of Patna-Gaya section, a single line, in violation of prescribed guidelines. Work on the project, which was ordered during Nitish Kumar's tenure, would cost Rs 37 crore.

Transporters want diesel price made negotiable; Govt focuses on essential goods
The All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) has ruled out any further talks with the government unless diesel price is made negotiable.

Core sectors post 6.6% growth in first half
Reflecting revival in industry, six core sectors including power, steel and cement recorded a strong 6.6% growth during April-September 1999, up from 3.6% in the corresponding period last year.


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