The Indian Railways has devised a unique plan for redeveloping Puri railway station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. In tie up with Rath Architectonic, the station’s principal architects, plans to integrate three wheels from the Chariot of the famous Jagannath Rath Yatra into the station’s design. Every year after the conclusion of the Rath […]
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Northern Railway announces temporary changes in train schedule, Delhi-Ambala train services affected – Here’s why
The Northern Railway on Tuesday (April 30) informed that several trains are going to be rescheduled, cancelled, short-terminated and diverted in the first week of May. Due to the ongoing work on the extension of loop lines at Nilokheri station on Delhi- Ambala section over Delhi Division timings of several trains are changed. “It is […]
Vande Bharat Express v/s Vande Metro: Understanding difference in route, frequency, speed and more | Explainer
The introduction of Vande Bharat Express trains has significantly reduced travel time and provided a smoother journey experience across the nation. The addition of this semi-high-speed trains has transformed rail travel in India. Originally launched as Train 18 in 2019, these trains have become a game-changer for Indian Railways, connecting major cities in half the […]
Northern Railway cancels 69 trains, diverts 107 due to Kisan Agitation – Check complete list here
The Northern Railway on Tuesday (April 30) informed that several trains are going to be cancelled, short-terminated and diverted on May 1. The ongoing Kisan Agitation at Sambhu Station on the Ambala Cantt. Junction – Sanehwal section of Ambala Division has prompted authorities to make temporary adjustments to train services. “It is notified for the […]
Northern Railway announces temporary changes in train services due to doubling work; cancels 12 trains, diverts others – Check complete list
The Northern Railway on Tuesday (April 30) informed that there are going to be temporary changes in train services due to non-interlocking work for the commissioning of doubling at Tapa-Rampura Phul stations and doubling work on Lehra Muhabbat-Rampura Phul-Tapa-Hadiaya section on the Rajpura-Bhatinda route over Ambala division. According to the official announcement, 12 trains will […]
Ministry of Railways shares captivating clip of Vande Bharat Express train gliding through serene landscape in Kerala’s Thrissur – Take a look
The Ministry of Railways keeps sharing captivating glimpses of the enchanting journeys offered by Indian Railways time and again. In another such tweet posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, the national transporter captured the Vande Bharat Express gliding through the picturesque landscape in Thrissur, Kerala. “An amity of slopes and idyllic farmland sets the […]
Strategies to enhance rail freight share and overcome infrastructural challenges
India Railways’ freight performance is on a remarkable upward trajectory, with revenue of around Rs 2.56 lakh crores and freight loading surpassing the estimated 1580 million tonnes. The Indian Railways’ streak of best-ever monthly freight loading, which began in September 2020, continues unabated, indicating sustained excellence in operations. This success is further underscored by the […]
India to get its first Vande Bharat Metro soon! Trial run to start in July – Details inside
The Indian Railways is planning to launch India’s first Vande Bharat Metro, aimed at revolutionising intra-city transportation, a senior official linked to the project said. This comes at the heels of the successful induction of the Vande Bharat Express trains in India’s railway network. Vande Bharat Metro The official said that all the preparations for […]
Una to Delhi Jan Shatabdi Express resumes service following 3-day hiatus – Check details here
The Jan Shatabdi Express, operating from Una in Himachal Pradesh to Delhi, has resumed its service after a three-day suspension because of the ongoing farmers’ movement in Punjab and Haryana, according to officials, PTI reported. On the contrary, the Railway Board has notified the cancellation of three passenger trains which start from Una. As a […]
Indian Railways introduces special trains connecting southern states for upcoming elections
The railway authorities welcomed special train services connecting Bengaluru with Mangaluru Central in anticipation of high train demand during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections which are scheduled to take place in the second and third phases. The initiative aims to facilitate seamless transportation for voters from the coastal region, providing them with convenient access to […]
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project: Completion date of entire project depends on award of all tenders, says Indian Railways in RTI reply
In an RTI reply, the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) said that the completion date of the entire 508 km-long bullet train project can be assessed only after all work tenders have been awarded. NHSRCL is constructing the corridor. However, an official associated with the ambitious project said that the Bullet Train project is […]
Mumbai- Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project: Ashwini Vaishnaw shares major insights on progress of India’s first bullet train – Here’s the latest
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed the significant progress of India’s first bullet train, expected to commence operation on the Ahmedabad-Mumbai route by 2026. Over the span of six years, more than 290 km of track out of the total 508 km, including bridges over 8 rivers and construction of 12 stations, have been […]