14 AC Local Trains Added to Mumbai Harbour Line
Central Railway introduces 14 new air-conditioned local train services on the CSMT-Panvel Harbour line starting January 26, 2026, replacing existing non-AC services.
Central Railway introduces 14 new air-conditioned local train services on the CSMT-Panvel Harbour line starting January 26, 2026, replacing existing non-AC services.
Central Railway's passenger earnings hit Rs 5,881 crore in Apr-Dec 2025, a 5% rise. Over 1.2 billion passengers travelled, with suburban and non-suburban networks showing strong growth. Read the full analysis.
The Centre approves a new 4th rail line between Asangaon and Kasara to segregate local and long-distance trains, easing congestion for lakhs of Mumbai commuters. Read more.
Western Railway cancels 120 suburban services on Jan 12 & 13, 2026, for sixth line work between Kandivali-Borivali. Plan your commute as part of a 30-day block period.
Central Railway's Bhusawal division stations a state-of-the-art High Speed Accident Relief Train (HS-SPART) at Manmad Junction, featuring an onboard operation theatre and advanced rescue gear for swift emergency response ahead of Kumbh Mela 2026-28.
A major fire erupted on a garbage-laden train in Mumbai, severely affecting Central Railway services. Read about the incident, response, and ongoing disruptions.
Western Railway's 60-km Virar-Churchgate corridor is getting the indigenous KAVACH safety system, with 50% work complete. The Rs 67 crore project aims to cut accidents and will be operational by September 2026. Read more.
Western Railway to conduct critical safety tests for 18-car local trains on the Virar-Dahanu Road section. Results will determine future deployment to ease peak-hour congestion. Read the full details.
Western Railway's ticket checking drives from April-Dec 2025 recovered Rs 155.46 crore in fines, a 49% jump. Mumbai suburban section contributed Rs 41.26 crore. Read more about the crackdown.
Maharashtra emerges as India's railway development leader with 35 mega projects worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore. Discover how this investment transforms Mumbai and Vidarbha's connectivity.
Mumbai's suburban rail sees a 7% drop in fatalities in 2025, but 2,287 deaths underscore a persistent safety emergency. Track crossing and overcrowding remain top killers.
Mumbai's suburban railways saw over 6 daily deaths in 2025, with 2,287 fatalities. Track crossing remains the top killer. Activists blame unchecked development and lack of transport alternatives. Read the full report.
Railways ministry approves 32.46 km quadrupling project between Badlapur and Karjat under MUTP-3B to ease congestion and boost safety. Project to be completed in 3-4 years.
Western Railway achieved 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and digital transformation in 2025. Explore its safety, heritage, and infrastructure milestones. Read the full report.
One passenger died after two coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express caught fire near Visakhapatnam. Officials suspect the blaze started in the linen storage area. Read for details on rescue, investigation, and helpline numbers.
Western Railway's 2025 saw 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and major safety upgrades. Discover how WR is leading India's sustainable transport revolution.
Ludhiana's railway station redevelopment enforces a ban on heating sources for food vendors, impacting sales and leaving commuters with cold snacks during a cold wave. Read about the safety directive and its economic fallout.
SECR proposes a massive ₹71.31 crore redevelopment for Itwari station in Nagpur to double its capacity, easing congestion at Nagpur junction. Key upgrades include wider platforms, new FOB, lifts & escalators.
Nagpur's Itwari railway station sees a digital revolution with UPI accounting for over 85% of ticket bookings in early December. Discover how digital payments are transforming passenger convenience.
Southern Railway's Madurai division completes major yard remodelling at Tuticorin & Milavittan, installing a modern Electronic Interlocking system for safer, smoother train operations. Read the full report.
Eastern Railway unveils a 5-year plan to double train capacity in Kolkata, Bhagalpur & other hubs to tackle rising passenger traffic. Major infrastructure upgrades planned. Read more.
Varanasi railway division's accident relief trains and medical van achieve 5S work management certification, a first for North Eastern Railway. Read about the systematic Japanese techniques used.
Central & Western Railway announce massive capacity boost for Mumbai's lifeline. 749 new suburban services, 95 long-distance trains planned to reduce overcrowding. Details inside.
South Western Railway announces a major overhaul of train schedules from January 1, 2025. Get details on 35 affected trains, new timings, and halts.
East Coast Railway plans to double train originating capacity from Bhubaneswar, Puri & Visakhapatnam by 2030. Major infrastructure upgrades underway to reduce congestion and boost connectivity.
Central Railway's Mumbai division will conduct a megablock on December 28 for maintenance. Check revised train schedules for Main and Harbour lines, alternative travel options, and plan your commute accordingly.
Indian Railways plans to double train origination capacity from 48 major cities by 2030. This massive infrastructure push aims to decongest networks and boost connectivity. Learn about the key cities and projects involved.
Indian Railways unveils a major plan to double its capacity in 48 cities by 2030, targeting both suburban and non-suburban networks for a transformative upgrade. Read the full strategy.
South Eastern Railway approves Rs 418.11 crore project to replace 125-year-old Kolaghat bridge. The new structure, set for 2027, will restore full-speed operations on the busy Howrah-Kharagpur section.
Visakhapatnam's railway station redevelopment is set to begin with a new design featuring 14 platforms, 16 lines, and airport-like facilities. The ₹500 crore project aims for completion in two years.