Indian Railways

One man's dream turns nation's pride; Train 18 creator's relentless pursuit [Exclusive]

In our exclusive interaction with Sudhanshu Mani, the creator of Train 18, we discuss how the Indian Railways can break the shackles of red-tapism and bureaucracy to deliver world-class trains for the common man of India.

Feb 22, 2022

Women's safety in trains: It's time goons are booked on the spot, senior official issues notice

In 2017, a survey by Haryana Police found that maximum number of eve-teasing incidents occur when females travel to and from schools, colleges and offices

Jan 25, 2022

Darbhanga railway station blast case: NIA files charge sheet against five Lashkar operatives [details]

The investigation revolves around an explosion that occurred on June 17 at the Darbhanga railway station in Bihar, in which no one was wounded.

Dec 24, 2021

Reduced fare, Sattvik food, controlled booking; Indian Railways ups game to function at pre-COVID levels

Nearly 1,700 trains to cost cheaper now as the Railway ministry decides to drop the 'special' tag in an attempt to turn back the wheels to pre-COVID times.

Nov 16, 2021

Indian Railways launch two long-haul freight trains "Trishul" & "Garuda"; address major issues [details]

Both the long haul trains comprised of empty open wagons for loading of coal meant for predominantly thermal power stations.

Oct 10, 2021

Airport commissions second solar power plant.

One in four trains could run on solar energy if planned properly; Saves 7 mn tons of carbon a year [study]

The direct supply of solar energy to Indian Railway lines -- without the need to connect via the grid -- would save almost seven million tons of carbon a year whilst also powering at least one in four train on the national network on competitive terms, a new study by Delhi-based Climate Trends and UK-based green tech start-up Riding Sunbeams said on Wednesday.

Sep 1, 2021

Indian Railways launches new Vistadome coaches with panoramic view for nature lovers

The Mumbai-Pune Deccan Express Special train started its first run with LHB rake and Vistadome coach on Saturday, which is a sellout as it provides a wider view of the nature while on move

Jun 26, 2021

Mobile phone thief pushes woman off running Mumbai train, mother of three dies

In a shocking incident, a young woman and mother of three girls was pushed off a rushing train and died while grappling with a cellphone thief

Jun 1, 2021

Indian Railway commissions Wi-Fi at 6,000th railway station

Wi-Fi has been installed at India's 6,000th railway station in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand. In January 2016, Indian Railways began its journey by installing Wi-Fi at Mumbai's first railway station.

May 17, 2021

Railways Prepare 70,000 Beds In 4,400 Corona Care Coaches [Details]

2,067 metric tonnes of liquid medical oxygen supplied to different states in 137 tankers

May 5, 2021

People stranded in Hyderabad due to the ongoing nationwide lockdown imposed to mitigate the spread of coronavirus, arrive at Secunderabad Junction railway station to board special trains being run by the Indian Railways to return to their respective nativ

Indian Railways to fine Rs 500 for not wearing face masks in rail premises, inside trains

In view of the rising Covid cases across the country, Indian Railways on Saturday said that it will impose a fine of up to Rs 500 on the passengers for not wearing face masks in the railway premises or during the travel in trains, for a period of six months.

Apr 17, 2021

Happy Birthday Indian Railways! The 168-year-old entity once began as a by-product of British colonial rule

Indian Railways is not just one of the largest networks in the world, it's also the biggest employer in the nation

Apr 16, 2021

Making trains safer for women; how Indian Railways tightens noose around crimes [details]

The railways has decided to take some measures to strive for the safety of women passengers and to mitigate atrocities against women in railways.

Mar 21, 2021

Railways carries out third party audit of 815 bridges; What's next

Keeping in mind the safety of its passengers, the Indian Railways on Thursday said that it carried out third party inspection of identified and critical 815 bridges, road over bridges and foot over bridges on its network.

Mar 19, 2021

Fact-check: No, train services won't be suspended after December 1

It is being claimed in a WhatsApp forward that all trains including the COVID special ones will stop operating after December 1. However, the claim is fake as the Ministry of Railways has taken no such decision.

Nov 24, 2020

Over 1 million work days generated under Garib Kalyan Rozgar Abhiyaan: Railways

Indian Railways on Sunday said it has generated 10,66,246 man days of work till September 25 this year under Garib Kalyan Rozgar Abhiyaan (GKRA) in six states to benefit migrant labourers.

Sep 27, 2020

India's plan for public-private partnerships and investments in railways set to transform the sector

It is going to be a win-win situation for all concerned, CEO of Niti Aayog, Amitabh Kant, said at the press conference at National Media Center, outlining the future of Indian Railways.

Sep 18, 2020

Railways moves to end colonial-era 'khalasi' system of appointing bungalow peons

The Railway Board has said the issue regarding telephone attendant-cum-dak khalasis (TADKs) is under review in an order issued yesterday (August 6).

Aug 7, 2020

Big relief to train passengers as Tatkal ticket bookings resume

The Railways had suspended passenger, mail and express trains during the nationwide lockdown from March 25

Jun 30, 2020

Indian Railways cancels all passenger trains till Aug 12; how to apply for refund

Passengers who booked trains between July 1 and August 12 can apply for a refund regardless of online or PRC booking. Here's everything you need to know.

Jun 25, 2020

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