The Western Railways has released a notification to inform the hold of Jumbo Block on Up and Down slow lines from 10.00 hrs to 15.00 hrs between Borivali and Goregaon stations on Sunday, April 21, 2024. The five-hour-long hold was scheduled for maintenance of the track, signalling and overhead equipment. During the block period, as […]
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Project connecting Sikkim to railway network for the first time hits major milestone; only 9% of project is on ground – Key details inside
A significant development has been seen in the Sivok-Rangpo Rail Project which is to connect Sikkim to the railway network for the first time. The project has seen the construction of an 855-metre-long emergency exit tunnel. Where is the tunnel situated? As per the officials, a 20-metre section of the tunnel is running under National […]
Indian Railways prepares for summer rush, plans record-breaking 9,111 train trips
The Railway Ministry on Friday (April 19) announced plans to significantly increase train services by 43% this summer compared to last year in order to accommodate more passengers traveling to various destinations. According to a press release issued by the Railway Ministry, “To ensure the convenience of passengers and manage the anticipated surge in travel […]
LNG import volume up 17.5% in FY24 as consumption rises
Even as the import volume reported such increase, the country’s gas import bill fell significantly by 22% to $13.3 billion in FY24 from $17.1 billion in FY23, as prices fell. While the fertilizer sector contributed to 32% of the total consumption, CGD entities accounted for 19% of the total natural gas consumption, followed by the […]
How can India accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen?
India stands at a critical juncture in its energy transition, with green hydrogen emerging as a transformative solution to mitigate environmental impact and foster sustainable development. Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis using renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, has garnered global attention as a clean and versatile energy carrier. India’s abundant renewable resources […]
India may need $500 billion capex in power transmission by FY50
India’s power transmission capex requirement will be over $500 billion by FY50, 30% of the overall energy transition capital outlay, Goldman Sachs estimates. “Power transmission is key to India’s energy transition and global new energy cost leadership ambitions. India’s large, highly integrated grid enables the utilisation of least-cost renewable generation sites, and by keeping the […]
India connecting world! ‘Country becoming convenient hub for travel between South East Asia and West Asia’, says IndiGo parent exec
IndiGo-parent InterGlobe Aviation’s Chairman of the Board of Directors V Sumantran has said that India is gradually marking its place as a convenient hub for travel between Southeast Asia and West Asia as airlines are preferring to move people by connecting through Indian cities. Sumantran said that there is huge growth in India and many […]
‘Digi Yatra does not store personally identifiable information ’, assures Digi Yatra Foundation – Here’s why concerns have been raised regarding the app
The Digi Yatra Foundation on Friday revealed that passengers’ personally identifiable information is not stored by Digi Yatra and that the Indian users’ personal data is safe and secure. This assurance comes amid concerns over the privacy of user data. In its statement the foundation said that the infrastructure of Digi Yatra’s technology is being […]
Iran-Israel conflict: Air India suspends flights to Tel Aviv till April 30
Air India has suspended flight operations to and from Tel Aviv until April 30 after an alleged counterattack by Israel on Iranian targets. “We are continuously monitoring the situation and are extending support to our passengers who have confirmed bookings for travel to and from Tel Aviv during this period, with a one-time waiver on […]
Once labelled ‘potential threat’ for public, Pragati Maidan tunnel fit for traffic again, say PWD officials – Details inside
The Public Works Department (PWD) officials have said that the repair work on the Pragati Maidan tunnel to address seepage, water leakage and drainage issues has been finished, The Indian Express reported. This comes two months after the structure was marked as a “potential threat” to the public. Now, the officials said, commuters can hope […]
Three National Highways, 104 roads blocked in Himachal Pradesh as widespread rain, snow wreak havoc ; MeT sounds yellow alert
As many as 104 roads and three national highways were blocked and normal life in Himachal Pradesh was disrupted on Saturday (April 20) as higher reaches experienced snowfall and mid to lower hills were lashed with rain, officials reported. Vehicular movement to Keylong was suspended due to a massive landslide at the Selfie Point near […]
Govt may shelve Rs 2 trillion freight corridor plan
The government is likely to abandon the plan to set up three more dedicated freight corridors (DFCs) – East Coast, East-West and North-South – at an estimated combined cost of Rs 2 trillion. The Centre may instead opt for a few commodity-specific rail networks, a senior railway official told FE on condition of anonymity. The […]