Ranchi Railway Starts Bus Service for Bridge Repair Disruption
Ranchi railway division launches a 7-km bus service between Lohardaga and Irgaon due to bridge cracks. Trains diverted, some cancelled until March. Read details.
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Railways' FY26 Spend Hits Rs 2 Lakh Crore in 9 Months
Indian Railways' capital expenditure for the first three quarters of FY26 has surged past Rs 2 lakh crore, setting the stage for a major infrastructure push. Explore the key projects and financial strategy.
Congress-BJP clash at Koppal railway event over protocol
A foundation stone-laying ceremony in Koppal's Hitnal village descended into chaos as Congress workers threw chairs, protesting the omission of local leaders' names from event banners. Union Minister V Somanna faced protests.
Karnataka: BJP, Congress Leaders Clash in Two Separate Incidents
Two separate altercations involving Union Minister V Somanna, Congress leaders in Koppal, and a clash between Congress MLC & BJP MLA in Bidar rocked Karnataka politics on Monday. Details inside.
Chairs hurled at Union Minister Somanna in Koppal
Union Minister V. Somanna faced protests in Karnataka's Koppal as chairs were thrown over missing names on an invite. The incident occurred during a Rs 27 crore overpass inauguration. Read the full details.
Thrissur Railway Station Fire: Over 250 Bikes Gutted
A major fire at Thrissur railway station parking destroyed 250+ vehicles. No casualties reported. Safety lapses and blame game emerge between Railways and local corporation. Read details.
Jammu Railway Division Achieves Major Milestones in First Year
The newly formed Jammu Railway Division marks its first year with significant operational successes, including handling over 1.5 lakh passengers and 2.5 lakh tonnes of freight. Discover the impact on connectivity and regional development.
Train Starts Abruptly at Chandigarh Station, Passengers Risked
A sudden, unscheduled start of the Chandigarh-Manawar passenger train at Chandigarh railway station put passengers at risk. Read about the incident and the official response.
Maharashtra Tops India in Railway Projects: Rs 3.5 Lakh Cr Investment
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.
Spandana Somanna Evicted from Bigg Boss Kannada 12
Spandana Somanna's journey on Bigg Boss Kannada 12 ends in Week 14 eviction. Discover the dramatic shift as the show nears its finale. Read the full story now!
Somanna visits Janardhana Reddy, slams Karnataka govt over Ballari clash
Union Minister V Somanna visited Gali Janardhana Reddy's residence, demanding security for him and a CBI probe into the Ballari clash. He accused the Congress govt of 'sinful activities'. Read more.
Shatabdi Moves Prematurely, Passengers Injured in Chandigarh
Panic at Chandigarh station as Kalka-Delhi Shatabdi moves early, injuring dozens. GRP files FIR, Railways orders probe. Victim calls it a 'dance of death'. Details inside.
Mumbai Local Train Deaths Dip in 2025, Over 2,200 Lives Lost
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.
Lucknow Railway Centre Gets Major Modern Makeover
The Badshahnagar Railway Manoranjan Sansthan in Lucknow has been redeveloped into a vibrant centre with new sports, fitness, and cultural facilities for railway employees and their families. Explore the new offerings.
RPF Constable Saves Woman from Train Accident in Ujjain
RPF Head Constable Ramashray Pal heroically rescued a 48-year-old woman who fell between a moving train and the platform at Ujjain railway station. Read about his brave act.
NER GM Lauds Staff, Sets 2026 Goals After 2025 Achievements
NER General Manager Uday Borwankar praised railway employees for 2025 milestones. He urged public cooperation for cleanliness and ticket compliance for safer journeys in 2026.
Somanna Slams Siddaramaiah Govt Over House Promise
Union Minister V Somanna criticizes Karnataka's Congress government for pledging new houses to settlers on cleared encroached land, questioning its 'ulterior motive'. Read the full political clash.
Siddaramaiah Pushes for Faster Land Acquisition for Railways
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah reviews progress on 5 crucial railway projects, urging officials to speed up land acquisition. Key lines include Kudachi-Bagalkot and Tumakuru-Davangere. Read for details.
Western Railway's 2025: Full Electrification, 97% Punctuality
Western Railway achieved 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and digital transformation in 2025. Explore its safety, heritage, and infrastructure milestones. Read the full report.
Train Fire in Andhra: 1 Dead, Coaches Detached to Stop Blaze
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.
WR's 2025: 97% Punctuality, Full Electrification Achieved
Western Railway's 2025 saw 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and major safety upgrades. Discover how WR is leading India's sustainable transport revolution.
Ludhiana Station Redevelopment Bans Hot Food for Vendors
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.
₹71.31 Crore Plan to Redevelop Nagpur's Itwari Railway Station
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.
UPI Powers 85% of Ticket Sales at Nagpur's Itwari Station
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.
Madurai Railway Division Completes Major Yard Upgrades
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 to Double Train Capacity in Key Cities
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's Accident Relief Trains Get 5S Certification
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.
Mumbai Railways: 749 New Suburban Services by 2029
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.
SWR Announces Major Changes to Train Operations from Jan 1
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 to double train capacity in key cities
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.
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