Auto major Hyundai Motor India has transported 1,56,724 units using rail freight in 2024, accounting for 26 per cent of the domestic wholesale volume made last year, the company said on Friday. Through this initiative, the company achieved a reduction of 18,352 tonne of carbon-di-oxide emission in 2024, by efficient utilisation of the rail network. … Read more
Last Updated:December 24, 2024, 21:13 IST Responding to Akhilesh Yadav’s claim, the Mumbai unit of the Indian Railways responded saying that his information is “factually incorrect”. Mumbai DRM issued clarification on Goa-bound Vande Bharat train’s deversion. (File) The Divisional Railway Manager of Mumbai’s Central Railway on Tuesday fact-checked Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav’s claim that … Read more
Last Updated:December 11, 2024, 20:17 IST After each use, the bedrolls – sheets, pillow covers, and blankets – are collected by railway staff and transported back to the station. Railways uses industrial washing for bedrolls. Railways is a preferred mode of travel for crore of people across the country, offering both affordable options and premium … Read more
Last Updated:December 09, 2024, 14:27 IST The issue started around 10 am, with passengers reporting a variety of problems, such as being unable to log in, access accounts, search for train schedules or fares, and complete bookings. Both the IRCTC website and app were inaccessible for many users. (Photo: Upstox) Indian Railways passengers faced major … Read more
NEW DELHI: Pointing to the “delay”in land acquisition holding up execution of four critical projects in Kerala, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday urged chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan to expedite the process. So far less than 15% of the land has been acquired despite the Centre making a payment of over Rs 2,100 crore to … Read more
Last Updated:November 26, 2024, 11:12 IST The new rail lines include the Jalgaon–Manmad fourth line (160 km), Bhusaval–Khandwa third and fourth line (131 km), and Prayagraj (Iradatganj)–Manikpur third line (84 km), covering a total of 375 km Following cabinet approval, Indian Railways has unveiled three major projects spanning seven districts across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and … Read more
Last Updated:November 04, 2024, 16:59 IST The new app will merge multiple existing railway apps into a single, convenient platform. This app will provide an additional revenue stream for IRCTC. (File) The Indian Railways is expected to launch its integrated mobile application, tentatively titled ‘super app’ soon. The one-stop solution for multiple railway-related tasks, including … Read more
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has joined hands with the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) to advance railway infrastructure, safety, and operational efficiency across India. In the picture (Left to Right): Sanjiv Kumar, Registrar, CRIS, GVL Satya Kumar, Managing Director, CRIS, Prof. Preeti Ranjan Panda, Dean Corporate Relations, and Prof. Naresh Bhatnagar, … Read more
Last Updated: October 18, 2024, 09:32 IST The multi-tracking project, with an estimated cost of ₹2,642 crore, aims to ease congestion on one of Indian Railways’ busiest routes. (Photo: TOI) The existing Malviya Bridge, a vital 137-year-old structure, currently links the Northern, Eastern, and Western states of India. In a significant move, Prime Minister Narendra … Read more
On Friday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav announced that general coaches will be added to 108 trains during the festive season. (News18 Hindi) Thousands of people travel to Bihar during Diwali and Chhath Puja, prompting Indian Railways to make special arrangements Despite the presence of dozens of trains running from Delhi to Bihar, securing a … Read more
