Indian Railways

The top 5 most luxurious train journeys in India, for those who like the good life

Belmond Royal Scotsman has launched a luxury spa called the Bamford Haybarn Spa. India has not one, but five luxury trains complete with multi-cuisine restaurants, spas, and comfortable suites.

Feb 8, 2017

Andaman & Nicobar Islands to get first railway route: Here are 3 ways in which it will benefit the Union Territory

The railways has announced that Andamans will have their first railways project connecting Diglipur with Port Blair. It will boost defence, tourism and communication.

Feb 6, 2017

Railways coming up in Tawang: While Arunachal is happy about it, China has objections

Northeast Frontier Railway's plan to bring trains to Arunachal will boost the development there, but the proximity to the border and the entire project itself is an issue for China.

Feb 5, 2017

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Union budget railways 2017: Key takeaways from Arun Jaitley's announcements

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley announced a corpus fund for rail safety, which will be Rs 1 lakh crore, mobilised over five years.

Feb 1, 2017

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Union Budget 2017: 10 incredible things you have to know about Indian Railways

For the first time, there won't be a separate budget for railways, breaking a 92-year-old tradition. The provisions for the state-run rail network will be part of the union budget 2017.

Jan 31, 2017

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Centre to announce rail safety fund on February 1

The fund would be utilised to improve safety in the aftermath of two major rail accidents that led to the deaths of 200 people.

Jan 30, 2017

Hirakhand Express derailment: NIA team to probe the incident, headless bodies recovered

The Hirakhand Express train accident has killed 39 passengers and injured over 50.

Jan 24, 2017

Railways to set up ATMs on platforms; eyes revenues worth Rs 2,000 crore

Next week, Suresh Prabhu will launch the non-fare revenue policy that would offer various schemes for revenue-generating activities.

Jan 8, 2017

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Budget 2017: Railway coolies to get provident fund, pension benefits

The BJP government is planning to bring railway porters under the social security net of EPFO scheme.

Jan 2, 2017

India news live updates: Sasikala Natarajan to formally take charge as AIADMK General Secretary on Saturday

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Dec 30, 2016

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Indian Railways to increase RAC seats from January 2017

More number of berths will be available under RAC for wait-listed passengers from January 16, 2017, according to Indian Railways.

Dec 30, 2016

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Railway reservations go increasingly cashless, employees could be rendered jobless

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu says 75.18 percent of ticket reservations, and 95.86 percent freight business are driving less-cash economy.

Dec 29, 2016

News Roundup: Mamata asks PM Modi to resign, Wi-Fi at 100 railway stations, Kristen Stewart's new date, and more

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Dec 27, 2016

Railway WiFi: 100 stations now WiFi enabled, another 300 planned for 2017

Union Railways Ministry had planned to provide WiFi in two phases -- cover 100 stations in 2016 and expand to 400 stations by 2017.

Dec 27, 2016

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Railways increases number of RAC berths, but reduces Tatkal quota in Shatabdi, Duronto and Rajdhani

There is a small increase in the number of people who can travel with RAC tickets in trains, and 10 percent cut in Tatkal quota of Shatabdi, Duronto and Rajdhani.

Dec 19, 2016

Budget 2017: Railways plans new Mumbai-Goa superfast train; separate agency to recommend fares

Railways will also provide Rs 40,000 crore for city projects to develop and strengthen the network and ensure speedy transit.

Dec 19, 2016

Ticket prices may be hiked again as railway mobilises resources for safety fund

Sources say railway has no option but to increase prices as its proposed safety fund did not get a favourable response from the finance ministry.

Dec 11, 2016

Demonetisation: You can't buy tickets for trains, metro and buses with old Rs500 notes any more

The government feels: "There has been a declining trend in the receipt of the old currency notes of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000."

Dec 9, 2016

India is likely to get a version of the Avril bullet train, thanks to Spanish firm Talgo

Talgo's CEO Jose' Maria de Oriol Fabra said the company would make a bid for the contract.