Indian Railways’ Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has ordered staff to make sure passengers aren’t inconvenienced during the update to the reservation system. A high-capacity system driven by cutting-edge technology has replaced the nearly 40-year-old reservation platform that was established in 1986 as a result of the makeover. Streamlined migration and an enhanced passenger experience were highlighted […]
The first ‘Deemed VP Rake’ carrying cumin seeds from Gujarat’s Mehsana to Assam’s Azara has run smoothly, bolstering Western Railway’s freight transportation network and establishing a new standard for organised rail-based spice logistics. Over the course of around 2,477 miles, the 30-wagon rake conveyed cumin seeds weighing about 420 tonnes, contained in about 13,800 bags. […]
The Indian Railways network will be extended by 901 km across various states thanks to three railway projects valued at ₹23,437 crore, which have been authorised by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) headed by Narendra Modi. Among the authorised projects are the third and fourth line extensions, which are scheduled to be completed […]
At a tripartite meeting in Bengaluru today, Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Metamind Systems Private Limited, and Kristellar Aerospace Private Limited inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on future-proof products and technologies in the fields of [BEL LICCO1] Cyber Security, Electronic Warfare & Avionics, Semiconductors, Data Centre, etc., for the benefit […]
The GAIL (India) Limited Rooftop Solar Project in Varanasi, which has a capacity of 74 kW, demonstrates the company’s dedication to renewable energy and social responsibility. Another step toward a more sustainable and energy-efficient future for the company was marked by the official inauguration of the project by Rajeev Kumar Singhal, Director (Business Development). Reliable […]
In an effort to enhance railway administration in Andhra Pradesh, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the South Coastal Railway Zone will be created and announced by the government, beginning June 1. To improve connection between ports, tourist hubs, and big cities, the state has been allocated a record-breaking Rs 10,134 crore for rail projects, […]
As a significant step forward in regional connectivity, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the direct 20-coach Vande Bharat Express service between Jammu and Srinagar. Starting May 2, the public will be able to access the service. The fact that Omar Abdullah and Jitendra Singh were present at the inaugural event highlights the project’s importance […]
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has granted the “Eat Right Station” designation to ten stations along the Northeast Frontier Railway, an initiative to improve rail passengers’ access to safe food. According to Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, the Chief Public Relations Officer, the certification is effective from March 30, 2026, to March 29, 2028, […]
By opening the Kashmir Valley to Amazon’s specialised goods services run by Northern Railway, Indian Railways has improved logistical connections. Adarsh Nagar in the National Capital Region and Budgam in Kashmir will now have a dependable two-way supply chain thanks to the initiative’s daily VP-based freight delivery. To improve market integration, the corridor allows for […]
Indian Railways detailed a massive deployment of special trains to handle increasing passenger demand, as reviewed by Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during preparations for the summer travel season. The Railways want to run 18,262 summer special train services on popular lines from April 15th to July 15th, 2026. Additional services are being advertised to […]
