The Parbhani-Mudkhed double line section in the Nanded division of South Central Railway will be upgraded with an electric traction system, thanks to a 163 crore project approved by Indian Railways. This is a significant step forward in the expansion of the country’s railway infrastructure. The project, as stated by the Ministry of Railways, will […]
As a major step forward in cross-border rail connectivity between Nepal and India, Indian Railways has operated the first-ever direct commercial container goods train from Kolkata Port to Biratnagar Customs Yard in Nepal. The 40-wagon goods train, which was transporting canola, crossed the border without a hitch thanks to the updated India-Nepal Rail Transit Protocol, […]
Launching its first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell train, India has begun a new era in environmentally friendly transportation, further solidifying the nation’s dedication to renewable energy, zero-emission transportation, and the Atmanirbhar Bharat goal. The government of India announced on Sunday that the Jind-Sonipat section of the Northern Railway will be served by a hydrogen-powered train […]
Indian Railways has introduced an AI-based stain detection pilot project at mechanised laundries in the Pune Division of Central Railway and the Jaipur and Jodhpur divisions of North Western Railway. The initiative is designed to improve the quality of washed linen supplied to passengers travelling in AC coaches by using automated camera-based inspection technology. Union […]
As part of its continued dedication to responsible resource management, ecological restoration, and sustainable mining, India plans to scientifically close 147 coal mines in the coming two to three years. The program is an integral aspect of the nation’s Viksit Bharat 2047 plan for the future.With the help of the RECLAIM Framework, the SUVIKALP digital […]
The first direct Express train between Ramnagar and Dehradun, virtually kicked off on Saturday by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Passengers from all around Uttarakhand and adjoining Uttar Pradesh will enjoy the new service, which satisfies a long-standing public demand and greatly improves rail connectivity between the Kumaon and Garhwal regions. Wednesdays and Fridays will be […]
An important step in modernising railway connections in the Northeast has been taken by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) in their increased efforts to establish regular electric train services between Tripura and Assam. Until commercial services start, Electric Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) trains are now running trial runs. During the testing, electric multiple-engine train […]
Another landmark in India’s railway infrastructure development was marked on Saturday by the dedication of 75 renovated Amrit Bharat Stations to the country under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). This was done by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. With a total investment of over Rs 1,570 crore, the newly inaugurated stations cover 20 states. Redeveloped […]
Friday, the first hydrogen fuel cell train in India departed from Jind, Haryana, under the flag of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking the beginning of a more environmentally friendly age in India’s rail network. The 90-kilometer route between Jind and Sonipat can be covered in about two hours by the 10-coach hydrogen-powered train, which is […]
On July 15, the Indian train Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) will unveil a redesigned website for purchasing train tickets, which will provide millions of customers with an improved, quicker, and easier experience. Ashwini Vaishnaw, minister of railways in the union, made the announcement and claimed that the new platform would make reservations easier and […]
