Former Iranian football player Ali Karimi, his wife and her&nbsp;family have been subjected to a travel ban during the recent anti-government protests, leaked documents acquired by the BBC have shown.&nbsp;

The publication&nbsp;stated that&nbsp;Karimi was invited by an Iranian agent and received serious warnings before the ban was imposed. Karimi was one of the first influential personalities in the country to stand up in protest after the death of a Kurdish-origin woman named Mahsa Amini, allegedly at the hands of the morality police.&nbsp;

Iran's Revolutionary Guard's intelligence unit in a letter marked 'top secret' and dated October 24, 2022, informed&nbsp;Tehran's prosecutor that "Karimi's recent activities were instigated by his wife Sahar Davari and her family".

Notably, Davari's father,&nbsp;Gholamali Davari had been executed in the late 1980s on charges of being a member of&nbsp;the Communist Tudeh Party. The documents claimed that Karimi's in-laws, on his behalf wanted to sell his mansion in&nbsp;Lavasan to&nbsp;emigrate permanently.

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Subsequently, the Revolutionary Guard asked for a travel ban on Karimi, Davari, her mother, step-father, brother and sister.

Karimi said the authorities had ramped up surveillance on him and his family as well as friends.&nbsp;

"My friend was interrogated three or four times in the notorious Evin prison.&nbsp;One of them needed both a deposit bail and a guarantor to be able to leave Iran," he told BBC Persian.&nbsp;

As for selling the mansion, Karim refuted the claims and said,&nbsp;"Security forces raided the place and brutally beat up the janitor.&nbsp;My neighbours tell me lights are on some nights and plain-clothes agents are seen going in and out."&nbsp;

Karimi made his international debut for Iran in 1998 at the age of 19 and went on to make 127 career appearances. He represented the country at four Asian Games as well as the 2006 FIFA World Cup. However, despite giving his all for the country, Karimi and his family have been forced to move out to the UAE to an undisclosed location. If he returns, the ban would mean he would not be able to leave the country.&nbsp;

<h2>Ali Daei faced similar situation</h2>

Notably, Karimi is not the only Iranian footballer to have been at the receiving end from the authorities. Last year, legendary footballer Ali Daei claimed that&nbsp;his wife and daughter were not allowed to travel out of the country after a flight carrying them was re-routed.&nbsp;

Previously, reports emerged that Daei's two shops situated in Tehran's fashionable north were shut down, following a judicial order.&nbsp;Daei has been a vocal supporter of the Iranian anti-government protests that have been going on.&nbsp;

"I have received numerous threats against myself and my family in recent months and days from some organisations, medias and unknown individuals," said Daei in an Instagram post.

"I was taught humanity, honour, patriotism and freedom...What do you want to achieve with such threats?" he added.&nbsp;

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According to human rights groups, the protests that started last year have led to the death of 530 protesters, including 70 children.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Former Iranian football player Ali Karimi, his wife and her family have been subjected to a travel ban during the recent anti-government protests, leaked documents acquired by the BBC have shown.

Former Iranian football player Ali Karimi, his wife and her family have been subjected to a travel ban during the recent anti-government protests, leaked documents acquired by the BBC have shown. The publication stated that Karimi was invited by an Iranian agent and received serious warnings before the ban was imposed. Karimi was one of the first influential personalities in the country to stand up in protest after the death of a Kurdish-origin woman named Mahsa Amini, allegedly at the hands of the morality police. Iran's Revolutionary Guard's intelligence unit in a letter marked 'top secret' and dated October 24, 2022, informed Tehran's prosecutor that "Karimi's recent activities were instigated by his wife Sahar Davari and her family". Notably, Davari's father, Gholamali Davari had been executed in the late 1980s on charges of being a member of the Communist Tudeh Party. The documents claimed that Karimi's in-laws, on his behalf wanted to sell his mansion in Lavasan to emigrate permanently. WATCH | Iranian football legend Ali Daei says family ordered off flight, barred from leaving country × Subsequently, the Revolutionary Guard asked for a travel ban on Karimi, Davari, her mother, step-father, brother and sister. Karimi said the authorities had ramped up surveillance on him and his family as well as friends. "My friend was interrogated three or four times in the notorious Evin prison. One of them needed both a deposit bail and a guarantor to be able to leave Iran," he told BBC Persian. As for selling the mansion, Karim refuted the claims and said, "Security forces raided the place and brutally beat up the janitor. My neighbours tell me lights are on some nights and plain-clothes agents are seen going in and out." Karimi made his international debut for Iran in 1998 at the age of 19 and went on to make 127 career appearances. He represented the country at four Asian Games as well as the 2006 FIFA World Cup. However, despite giving his all for the country, Karimi and his family have been forced to move out to the UAE to an undisclosed location. If he returns, the ban would mean he would not be able to leave the country. Ali Daei faced similar situation Notably, Karimi is not the only Iranian footballer to have been at the receiving end from the authorities. Last year, legendary footballer Ali Daei claimed that his wife and daughter were not allowed to travel out of the country after a flight carrying them was re-routed. Previously, reports emerged that Daei's two shops situated in Tehran's fashionable north were shut down, following a judicial order. Daei has been a vocal supporter of the Iranian anti-government protests that have been going on. "I have received numerous threats against myself and my family in recent months and days from some organisations, medias and unknown individuals," said Daei in an Instagram post. "I was taught humanity, honour, patriotism and freedom...What do you want to achieve with such threats?" he added. ALSO READ | Legendary Iranian footballer Ali Daei claims family not allowed to leave country According to human rights groups, the protests that started last year have led to the death of 530 protesters, including 70 children. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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A Pennsylvania man found guilty of felony assault and other charges for pepper-spraying police officers outside the US Capitol was sentenced on Friday to 14 years behind bars, the longest prison term to date for anyone convicted in the riot of January 6, 2021.

Peter J. Schwartz, 49, was convicted last December at a trial in federal court where evidence showed he was in the vanguard of a mob attacking police at the lower west terrace of the Capitol and boasted later that he had "started a riot" by "throwing the first chair."

Prosecutors said Schwartz then seized a police duffle bag full of pepper-spray canisters and handed them out to others in the mob, including his wife, so they could turn them against police officers.

According to the government's case, Schwartz began chasing down any retreating officers he could find and dousing them with pepper spray as he surged through the crowd into the lower west terrace tunnel wielding a wooden club.

A welder by trade, Schwartz was arrested in early February in his hometown of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. 
Schwartz and two co-defendants, Jeffrey Scott Brown and Markus Maly became the first three individuals convicted at trial of assaulting police officers with pepper spray on January 6.

Brown, of Santa Ana, California, was sentenced last month to four and a half years in prison. Maly, of Fincastle, Virginia, is awaiting sentencing. Schwartz's wife, Shelly Stallings, received a two-year prison term last month.

Schwartz was found guilty on four counts of assault with a dangerous weapon and six other charges, including obstructing an official proceeding, entering a restricted building with a dangerous weapon and engaging in physical violence in a restricted building.

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His 170-month prison term surpasses the previous longest sentence yet handed down in a case related to the Jan. 6 attack - 10 years received by former New York City cop Thomas Webster for assaulting a Washington police officer that day.

Schwartz's punishment may soon be eclipsed. The U.S. Justice Department on Friday asked a federal judge to sentence Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes to 25 years in prison for his conviction on seditious conspiracy and other charges stemming from the Jan. 6 riot.

On Thursday, a federal court jury convicted four members of another far-right extremist group, the Proud Boys, of seditious conspiracy, defined under a Civil War-era law as a plot to oppose the government with force.

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At least 950 people have been charged and more than 600 convicted for their roles in the Capitol rampage by supporters of then-President Donald Trump. The January 6 attack marked the most violent assault on the halls of Congress since the British invasion of Washington during the War of 1812.

Trump had urged his followers in a speech that day to "fight like hell" to disrupt congressional certification of Democrat Joe Biden's 2020 presidential election victory, a race the Republican incumbent has continued to falsely claim was stolen by massive fraud.

Schwartz's lawyers appealed for leniency, saying their client and his wife had travelled to Washington to hear Trump's speech and walked to the Capitol with other protesters without intending in advance to incite violence. 
Defence attorneys said in court documents that Schwartz's actions that day "were motivated by a misunderstanding as to the facts surrounding the 2020 election."

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A Pennsylvania man found guilty of felony assault and other charges for pepper-spraying police officers outside the US Capitol was sentenced on Friday to 14 years behind bars, the longest prison term to date for anyone convicted in the riot of January 6, 2021.

A Pennsylvania man found guilty of felony assault and other charges for pepper-spraying police officers outside the US Capitol was sentenced on Friday to 14 years behind bars, the longest prison term to date for anyone convicted in the riot of January 6, 2021. Peter J. Schwartz, 49, was convicted last December at a trial in federal court where evidence showed he was in the vanguard of a mob attacking police at the lower west terrace of the Capitol and boasted later that he had "started a riot" by "throwing the first chair." Prosecutors said Schwartz then seized a police duffle bag full of pepper-spray canisters and handed them out to others in the mob, including his wife, so they could turn them against police officers. According to the government's case, Schwartz began chasing down any retreating officers he could find and dousing them with pepper spray as he surged through the crowd into the lower west terrace tunnel wielding a wooden club. A welder by trade, Schwartz was arrested in early February in his hometown of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Schwartz and two co-defendants, Jeffrey Scott Brown and Markus Maly became the first three individuals convicted at trial of assaulting police officers with pepper spray on January 6. Brown, of Santa Ana, California, was sentenced last month to four and a half years in prison. Maly, of Fincastle, Virginia, is awaiting sentencing. Schwartz's wife, Shelly Stallings, received a two-year prison term last month. Schwartz was found guilty on four counts of assault with a dangerous weapon and six other charges, including obstructing an official proceeding, entering a restricted building with a dangerous weapon and engaging in physical violence in a restricted building. Watch | Capitol Hill Riots probe: No end to Trump's troubles; Jan 6 panel releases witness testimony × His 170-month prison term surpasses the previous longest sentence yet handed down in a case related to the Jan. 6 attack - 10 years received by former New York City cop Thomas Webster for assaulting a Washington police officer that day. Schwartz's punishment may soon be eclipsed. The U.S. Justice Department on Friday asked a federal judge to sentence Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes to 25 years in prison for his conviction on seditious conspiracy and other charges stemming from the Jan. 6 riot. On Thursday, a federal court jury convicted four members of another far-right extremist group, the Proud Boys, of seditious conspiracy, defined under a Civil War-era law as a plot to oppose the government with force. ALSO READ | ‘Not a shred of evidence against me’: Donald Trump lashes out at Jan 6 panel over its report At least 950 people have been charged and more than 600 convicted for their roles in the Capitol rampage by supporters of then-President Donald Trump. The January 6 attack marked the most violent assault on the halls of Congress since the British invasion of Washington during the War of 1812. Trump had urged his followers in a speech that day to "fight like hell" to disrupt congressional certification of Democrat Joe Biden's 2020 presidential election victory, a race the Republican incumbent has continued to falsely claim was stolen by massive fraud. Schwartz's lawyers appealed for leniency, saying their client and his wife had travelled to Washington to hear Trump's speech and walked to the Capitol with other protesters without intending in advance to incite violence. Defence attorneys said in court documents that Schwartz's actions that day "were motivated by a misunderstanding as to the facts surrounding the 2020 election." WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Buddha Purnima 2023: Buddha Purnima also known as Buddha Jayanti will be celebrated on May 5, 2023, which coincides with this year's first lunar eclipse. The Buddhist festival is celebrated to mark Lord Buddha's birthday.&nbsp;This year marks the 2585th birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha. The festival is mostly celebrated in Asia commemorating the birth of Prince Siddhartha Gautam later known as Gautam Buddha. Although the precise date of Buddha's birth and death is not known, historians have identified the time period as&nbsp;563-483 BCE. The date for this celebration depends on the Asian lunisolar calendar it but usually falls in April or May. This day holds immense cultural significance for all Buddhism followers. In Southeast Asia, Buddha Purnima is celebrated as Vesak, a day to celebrate Buddha's enlightenment and death.&nbsp;

<h3>Buddha Purnima 2023 Date: May 05, 2023</h3>

<h3>Time: May 5 04:14 am to May 6 03:33 am</h3>

When is Buddha Purnima 2023?

This year the significant Buddhist festival will be celebrated on May 5, which also coincides with this year's first lunar eclipse.&nbsp;

According to Drik Panchang, the Purnima Tithi will begin at 04:14 am on May 5, 2023, and will be concluded at 03:33 am on May 6, 2023.&nbsp;

History of Buddha Purnima 2023:

According to Buddhist texts, Lord Buddha was born in 563 BCE in Lumbini. It is also the day of Vesak when he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodhi Gaya. On the very same day, Lord Buddha left for abode at the age of 18.&nbsp;

Significance of Buddha Purnima 2023:

This auspicious day holds great significance among Buddhist followers across the globe. Lord Buddha was regarded as one of the most renowned and greatest spiritual leaders who left all sorts of materialistic and worldly possession to live a simple and dedicated spiritual life.&nbsp;

Important teachings by Lord Buddha:

First is the presence of suffering. It means that suffering is a part of each birth.&nbsp;

Second truth determines the cause of suffering. This implies that suffering comes from attachment and desires.&nbsp;

Third is the end of suffering by attaining Nirvana or salvation.

To attain the end of suffering, one must follow these eight Nobel Eightfold Path:

Right Understanding 
Right Action 
Right Thought 
Right Mindfulness 
Right Livelihood 
Right Speech 
Right Effort 
Right Concentration

Quotes of Lord Budhha:

"Better than a thousand hollow words is one word that brings peace."

"True love is born from understanding."

"It is a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to evil ways."

"Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without."

Buddha Purnima 2023: Buddha Purnima also known as Buddha Jayanti will be celebrated on May 5, 2023, which coincides with this year's first lunar eclipse. The Buddhist festival is celebrated to mark Lord Buddha's birthday.

Buddha Purnima 2023: Buddha Purnima also known as Buddha Jayanti will be celebrated on May 5, 2023, which coincides with this year's first lunar eclipse. The Buddhist festival is celebrated to mark Lord Buddha's birthday. This year marks the 2585th birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha. The festival is mostly celebrated in Asia commemorating the birth of Prince Siddhartha Gautam later known as Gautam Buddha. Although the precise date of Buddha's birth and death is not known, historians have identified the time period as 563-483 BCE. The date for this celebration depends on the Asian lunisolar calendar it but usually falls in April or May. This day holds immense cultural significance for all Buddhism followers. In Southeast Asia, Buddha Purnima is celebrated as Vesak, a day to celebrate Buddha's enlightenment and death. Buddha Purnima 2023 Date: May 05, 2023 Time: May 5 04:14 am to May 6 03:33 am When is Buddha Purnima 2023? This year the significant Buddhist festival will be celebrated on May 5, which also coincides with this year's first lunar eclipse. According to Drik Panchang, the Purnima Tithi will begin at 04:14 am on May 5, 2023, and will be concluded at 03:33 am on May 6, 2023. History of Buddha Purnima 2023: According to Buddhist texts, Lord Buddha was born in 563 BCE in Lumbini. It is also the day of Vesak when he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodhi Gaya. On the very same day, Lord Buddha left for abode at the age of 18. Significance of Buddha Purnima 2023: This auspicious day holds great significance among Buddhist followers across the globe. Lord Buddha was regarded as one of the most renowned and greatest spiritual leaders who left all sorts of materialistic and worldly possession to live a simple and dedicated spiritual life. Important teachings by Lord Buddha: First is the presence of suffering. It means that suffering is a part of each birth. Second truth determines the cause of suffering. This implies that suffering comes from attachment and desires. Third is the end of suffering by attaining Nirvana or salvation. To attain the end of suffering, one must follow these eight Nobel Eightfold Path: Right Understanding Right Action Right Thought Right Mindfulness Right Livelihood Right Speech Right Effort Right Concentration Quotes of Lord Budhha: "Better than a thousand hollow words is one word that brings peace." "True love is born from understanding." "It is a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to evil ways." "Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without."

Buddha Purnima 2023: Check date, timings, history, important teachings and quotes of Lord Buddha

The United States on Thursday rejected Russia's “ludicrous” claim of being involved in the purported drone attack on the Kremlin, according to a report. “I would just tell you Mr. (Dmitry) Peskov's lying. I mean, it's obviously a ludicrous claim. The United States had nothing to do with this.

US rejects 'ludicrous' Russian claim it planned Kremlin drone attack

Summer is just around the corner and for many, it is time to unwind and relax but with mass layoffs, bank closures, inflation and financial tensions remain high for many Americans heading into the summer.

Money-saving hacks for a memorable summer

The inspector-general of the US Federal Health and Human Services department, released a report on Thursday. It said the department often failed to perform required background checks on workers at emergency holding centers for migrant children who crossed the US-Mexico border in 2021. The I-G's report says, 200 workers did not have background checks for child abuse or neglect. Officials also found that 174 workers did not have FBI background checks. Further, checks against the justice department's sex offender registry were not performed on 42 workers. The report comes ahead of the expiration of title 42 on may 11.

Report: No background checks on 200 workers

Money-saving hacks for a memorable summer without overspending

An earthquake of 4.3 magnitude struck Bangladesh, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said on Friday (May 5).

In a Twitter Post, the EMSC said, "#Earthquake M4.3 occurred 14 km NE of #Dhaka (#Bangladesh) 33 min ago (local time 05:57:11)."

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No causality or damage has been reported so far.&nbsp;

The independent organisation that provides earthquake information earlier mentioned that the quake was located 14km (8.7 miles) northeast of Bangladesh's capital city Dhaka at a magnitude of 4.3. The agency added that the earthquake was at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles), Reuters reported.&nbsp;

In December 2022, a moderate earthquake of 5.2 magnitudes on the Richter scale jolted Dhaka and other states of the &nbsp;South Asian country. Another quake of magnitude 4 was felt in the capital city on April 25.&nbsp;

Experts quoted by TBS News stated that Bangladesh has gone 130 years without a major earthquake.

One earthquake that occurred on July 18, 1918, known as the "Srimagal Earthquake," had a 7.6 magnitude, making it to the deadliest list as it caused severe damage in Srimanngal, but minor damages in Dhaka were experienced.

Most of the construction in Dhaka does not comply with the building code, said Dr Mehedi Ahemd Ansary, a professor at the Department of civil engineering of Buet who specialises in geotechnical and earthquake engineering.

This means the whole city will be at risk if there is a major earthquake, Ansary told The Dhaka Tribune newspaper.&nbsp;

He further predicted that if an earthquake of magnitude 7 hits the capital, at least 300,000 people may die.&nbsp;

According to experts, almost 90&nbsp;per cent of deaths from an earthquake happen when people are either trapped inside a building or if they do not know what to do when a quake strikes.&nbsp;

The South Asian country sits on three fault zones and three cities- Sylhet, Chittagong and Dhaka- are the three hot zones. Experts state that if a strong earthquake strikes any of these, it will cause massive destruction to the country and will cause hundreds and thousands of deaths.&nbsp;

What to do in case of an earthquake situation?

Take responsibility for your own safety first. Move away from windows and outside walls.&nbsp; If you are told to evacuate, go outside and gather at a pre-arranged space.&nbsp;

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An earthquake of 4.3 magnitude struck Bangladesh, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said on Friday (May 5). In a Twitter Post, the EMSC said, "#Earthquake M4.

An earthquake of 4.3 magnitude struck Bangladesh, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said on Friday (May 5). In a Twitter Post, the EMSC said, "#Earthquake M4.3 occurred 14 km NE of #Dhaka (#Bangladesh) 33 min ago (local time 05:57:11)." ❗Update: #Earthquake M4.3 occurred 14 km NE of #Dhaka (#Bangladesh) 33 min ago (local time 05:57:11). Info at: 📱https://t.co/LBaVNedgF9 🌐https://t.co/eVDQW1caLe 🖥https://t.co/w5VNFZopwZ pic.twitter.com/irYwEkM1DS — EMSC (@LastQuake) May 5, 2023 × No causality or damage has been reported so far. The independent organisation that provides earthquake information earlier mentioned that the quake was located 14km (8.7 miles) northeast of Bangladesh's capital city Dhaka at a magnitude of 4.3. The agency added that the earthquake was at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles), Reuters reported. In December 2022, a moderate earthquake of 5.2 magnitudes on the Richter scale jolted Dhaka and other states of the South Asian country. Another quake of magnitude 4 was felt in the capital city on April 25. Experts quoted by TBS News stated that Bangladesh has gone 130 years without a major earthquake. One earthquake that occurred on July 18, 1918, known as the "Srimagal Earthquake," had a 7.6 magnitude, making it to the deadliest list as it caused severe damage in Srimanngal, but minor damages in Dhaka were experienced. Most of the construction in Dhaka does not comply with the building code, said Dr Mehedi Ahemd Ansary, a professor at the Department of civil engineering of Buet who specialises in geotechnical and earthquake engineering. This means the whole city will be at risk if there is a major earthquake, Ansary told The Dhaka Tribune newspaper. He further predicted that if an earthquake of magnitude 7 hits the capital, at least 300,000 people may die. According to experts, almost 90 per cent of deaths from an earthquake happen when people are either trapped inside a building or if they do not know what to do when a quake strikes. The South Asian country sits on three fault zones and three cities- Sylhet, Chittagong and Dhaka- are the three hot zones. Experts state that if a strong earthquake strikes any of these, it will cause massive destruction to the country and will cause hundreds and thousands of deaths. What to do in case of an earthquake situation? Take responsibility for your own safety first. Move away from windows and outside walls. If you are told to evacuate, go outside and gather at a pre-arranged space. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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In the nation's second mass shooting in as many days, a shooter shot at least eight people and injured 13 others. Hundreds of Serbian special forces are looking for him. According to the nation's Interior Ministry, the massacre happened at 11 p.m. on Thursday in the village of Dubona. According to the national broadcaster RTS, the attacker used an automatic firearm to shoot a crowd of people before escaping.

Serbia: Second mass shooting near a town 50 km South of Belgrade

Israel is facing a fresh wave of protests against the government's proposed judicial reforms. round two of disruption day protests are on as the coalition government's bill to remake the legal and judicial system is still on hold. Protesters took to the streets as they don't want their opposition to the government's move to lose steam.

Israeli: Protesters kick off national day of demonstrations

All is not well in Pakistan. The Pakistani rupee has dethroned Sri Lanka as the worst performing currency in South Asia due to Pakistan's severe inflation, according to a report from our bureau chief in Pakistan, Anas Malit. The situation has gotten much worse for the average person.

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Background checks not thorough on US workers at the Mexico border

Four members of the far-right Proud Boys, including former leader Enrique Tarrio, have been convicted for plotting a conspiracy for playing a role in the January 6 US Capitol riot, according to the reports.

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An indigenously manufactured, semi-high-speed train also known as Train 18 will now operate on 14 routes in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 12 flagged off Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express. Ever since its launch in 2019, the train has become a popular mode of transport within the country. It's much faster, and lighter, with more prominent features than any other train in the country. It also cuts travel costs. The train was initially launched for travel from the national capital Delhi to Varanasi but will operate on several different routes across the whole country. Here's the list of a complete route, stops, prices and schedule of Vande Bharat. Take a look:

<h3>Vande Bharat Express train routes in India:</h3>

New&nbsp;Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: The train will begin its journey from the national capital Delhi at 6 am, with stops at Allahabad and Kanpur, reaching its final destination by 2 pm. It will then leave from Varanasi at 3 pm and will reach Delhi by 11 pm.&nbsp;

The train cuts travel from 13 long hours to 8 hours only.

It will operate on all days except MONDAY and THURSDAY.

Ticket cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($36.5)

 
New Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (J &amp; K) Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: The train leaves New&nbsp;Delhi at 6 am and reaches Katra making travel for Vaishno Devi easier and reaching the destination by 2 pm. It shortens the travel time by 1.5 hrs. The train stops at Ambala Cantt, Ludhiana and Jammu Tawi.&nbsp;

It's India's FIRST VEGAN TRAIN, as there's no meat or egg on the menu.

It operates on all weekdays except TUESDAYS.

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($ 36.5)

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Ajmer-Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express:&nbsp;

This latest Vande Bharat Express train will operate between Ajmer and Delhi Cantt., with stops at Jaipur, Alwar and Gurgaon in five hours and 15 mins. It's Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express train.&nbsp;

The train will operate on all weekdays except WEDNESDAYs.&nbsp;

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
New Delhi- Amb Andura in Himachal Pradesh Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: Inaugurated in October 2022, the train travels from New Delhi all the way to Una, Himachal Pradesh with stops at Ambala, Chandigarh and Anandpur Sahib. It departs at 5:50 am from New Delhi and reaches Amb Anandaura at 11 am.&nbsp;

It operates on all weekdays except FRIDAYS.&nbsp;

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
Gandhinagar- Mumbai Vande Bharat Express

Route and Schedule: The train initially launched in September 2022, travels from Gandhinagar to Mumbai, with stops at Surat, Vadodara Junction and Ahmedabad Junction.&nbsp;

The train operates on all weekdays except SUNDAYs.

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
Hazrat Nizamuddin- Rani Kamlapati station Vande Bharat Express:&nbsp;

Route and Schedule: The train instead of another train operates from Bhopal at 5:55 am and reaches Delhi at 1:45 pm. &nbsp;

It operates on all weekdays except SATURDAYs

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
Mumbai-Shirdi Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: The train departs from Mumbai at 6:20 am and reaches its destination in Shirdi at 11:40 pm, with steps at Dadar, Thane and Nashik Thane Road. It then leaves Shirdi at 5:25 pm and reaches Mumbai at 10:50 pm.&nbsp;

The train operates on all weekdays except TUESDAYs.&nbsp;

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
Nagpur-Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: Launched last year in December, the train travels from Nagpur to Bilaspur with stops at Raipur, Durg and Gondia. It departs from Nagpur Junction at 2:05 pm and reaches Bilaspur Junction at 7:35 pm. It then departs from the latter at 6:45 am and reaches Nagpur at 12:15 pm.

It operates on all weekdays except SATURDAYs.

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: The speed train travels from Mumbai at 4:05 pm and reaches Solapur at 10:40 pm with stops at Dadar, Kalyan, Pune and Kurduwadi. It then leaves Solapurat at 6:05 am and reaches Mumbai at 12:35 pm.

It operates on all weekdays except on WEDNESDAYs.

Ticket cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($ 36.5)

 
Howrah-New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express

Route and Schedule: The train in West Bengal departs from Howrah Junction at 5:55 am and reaches New Japaiguri at 1:25 pm, with stops at Bolpur (Shanitniketan), Malda Town and Barosi. It then leaves New Jalpaiguri at 3:05 pm and will reach Howrah at 10:35 pm.&nbsp;

It operates on all weekdays except on WEDNESDAYs.

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

 
Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: The train travels from Secunderabad at 3 pm and reaches its destination Visakhapatnam at 11:30 pm with stops at Warangal, Khammam, Vijayawada Junction and Rajahmundry. It then leaves Vizag at 5:45 am and reaches Secunderabad at 2:15 pm.

It travels on all weekdays except SUNDAYs.

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($36.5)

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Secunderabad- Tirupati Vande Bharat Express:

Route and Schedule: The train leaves Secunderabad at 6 am and reaches Tirupati in just eight hours and 30 minutes, at 2:30 pm.&nbsp;

It will operate for six days except for TUESDAYs.

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

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Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express:&nbsp;

Route and Schedule: This Vande Bharat train operates between Chennai and Coimbatore and covers six hours and 10 minutes. It will depart from Coimbatore at 6 am and will reach Chennai Central at 12.10 pm.

It will operate on all days except WEDNESDAYs.&nbsp;

Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

An indigenously manufactured, semi-high-speed train also known as Train 18 will now operate on 14 routes in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 12 flagged off Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express.

An indigenously manufactured, semi-high-speed train also known as Train 18 will now operate on 14 routes in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 12 flagged off Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express. Ever since its launch in 2019, the train has become a popular mode of transport within the country. It's much faster, and lighter, with more prominent features than any other train in the country. It also cuts travel costs. The train was initially launched for travel from the national capital Delhi to Varanasi but will operate on several different routes across the whole country. Here's the list of a complete route, stops, prices and schedule of Vande Bharat. Take a look: Vande Bharat Express train routes in India: New Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The train will begin its journey from the national capital Delhi at 6 am, with stops at Allahabad and Kanpur, reaching its final destination by 2 pm. It will then leave from Varanasi at 3 pm and will reach Delhi by 11 pm. The train cuts travel from 13 long hours to 8 hours only. It will operate on all days except MONDAY and THURSDAY. Ticket cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($36.5) New Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (J & K) Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The train leaves New Delhi at 6 am and reaches Katra making travel for Vaishno Devi easier and reaching the destination by 2 pm. It shortens the travel time by 1.5 hrs. The train stops at Ambala Cantt, Ludhiana and Jammu Tawi. It's India's FIRST VEGAN TRAIN, as there's no meat or egg on the menu. It operates on all weekdays except TUESDAYS. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($ 36.5) Ajmer-Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express: This latest Vande Bharat Express train will operate between Ajmer and Delhi Cantt., with stops at Jaipur, Alwar and Gurgaon in five hours and 15 mins. It's Rajasthan's first Vande Bharat Express train. The train will operate on all weekdays except WEDNESDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) New Delhi- Amb Andura in Himachal Pradesh Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: Inaugurated in October 2022, the train travels from New Delhi all the way to Una, Himachal Pradesh with stops at Ambala, Chandigarh and Anandpur Sahib. It departs at 5:50 am from New Delhi and reaches Amb Anandaura at 11 am. It operates on all weekdays except FRIDAYS. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Gandhinagar- Mumbai Vande Bharat Express Route and Schedule: The train initially launched in September 2022, travels from Gandhinagar to Mumbai, with stops at Surat, Vadodara Junction and Ahmedabad Junction. The train operates on all weekdays except SUNDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Hazrat Nizamuddin- Rani Kamlapati station Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The train instead of another train operates from Bhopal at 5:55 am and reaches Delhi at 1:45 pm. It operates on all weekdays except SATURDAYs Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Mumbai-Shirdi Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The train departs from Mumbai at 6:20 am and reaches its destination in Shirdi at 11:40 pm, with steps at Dadar, Thane and Nashik Thane Road. It then leaves Shirdi at 5:25 pm and reaches Mumbai at 10:50 pm. The train operates on all weekdays except TUESDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Nagpur-Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: Launched last year in December, the train travels from Nagpur to Bilaspur with stops at Raipur, Durg and Gondia. It departs from Nagpur Junction at 2:05 pm and reaches Bilaspur Junction at 7:35 pm. It then departs from the latter at 6:45 am and reaches Nagpur at 12:15 pm. It operates on all weekdays except SATURDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The speed train travels from Mumbai at 4:05 pm and reaches Solapur at 10:40 pm with stops at Dadar, Kalyan, Pune and Kurduwadi. It then leaves Solapurat at 6:05 am and reaches Mumbai at 12:35 pm. It operates on all weekdays except on WEDNESDAYs. Ticket cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($ 36.5) Howrah-New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express Route and Schedule: The train in West Bengal departs from Howrah Junction at 5:55 am and reaches New Japaiguri at 1:25 pm, with stops at Bolpur (Shanitniketan), Malda Town and Barosi. It then leaves New Jalpaiguri at 3:05 pm and will reach Howrah at 10:35 pm. It operates on all weekdays except on WEDNESDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The train travels from Secunderabad at 3 pm and reaches its destination Visakhapatnam at 11:30 pm with stops at Warangal, Khammam, Vijayawada Junction and Rajahmundry. It then leaves Vizag at 5:45 am and reaches Secunderabad at 2:15 pm. It travels on all weekdays except SUNDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 3,000 ($36.5) Secunderabad- Tirupati Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: The train leaves Secunderabad at 6 am and reaches Tirupati in just eight hours and 30 minutes, at 2:30 pm. It will operate for six days except for TUESDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24) Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express: Route and Schedule: This Vande Bharat train operates between Chennai and Coimbatore and covers six hours and 10 minutes. It will depart from Coimbatore at 6 am and will reach Chennai Central at 12.10 pm. It will operate on all days except WEDNESDAYs. Ticket Cost: Rs 1,000 ($12) to Rs 2,000 ($24)

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