SCR to Fence 1,835 km Tracks in Telangana for Safety
South Central Railway initiates a ₹3,200 crore project to install fencing and boundary walls along 1,835 km of high-speed corridors in Telangana to prevent trespassing and reduce accidents.
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Daltonganj Station Averts Stampede During Holy Dip Rush
A near-stampede situation was averted at Daltonganj railway station as over 1,000 passengers, mostly women and children, rushed for Mauni Amavasya dip trains.
CR to Shift 10 Trains from CSMT, Dadar to Ease Congestion
Central Railway proposes diverting 10 long-distance trains from CSMT and Dadar to LTT and Panvel to free up suburban train slots and improve punctuality. The plan could add 15 extra local services.
WR Opens 6th Line Between Kandivali-Borivali, Completes Phase-I
Western Railway commissions the 6th Line between Kandivali and Borivali, finishing Phase-I of the Mumbai Central-Borivali project. This new corridor provides a dedicated path for long-distance trains, aiming to reduce congestion and improve punctuality on
164-Year-Old Koilwar Rail Bridge Restoration Begins in Patna
Railways start restoration of the 164-year-old Koilwar rail bridge over Sone river. The iconic structure, once Asia's longest, gets steel upgrades for modern trains while preserving its historic design.
Prayagraj Railway Hires 271 Ex-Servicemen as Pointsmen
North Central Railway's Prayagraj Division signs MoU with Army Welfare Placement Organisation to engage ex-servicemen as pointsmen, aiming to boost railway safety and operational efficiency.
Danapur Railway Launches Drive Against Alarm Chain Pulling
The Danapur division of East Central Railway has started a massive awareness campaign to stop alarm chain pulling after multiple trains faced illegal detentions this week.
Samastipur Railways Acts After Hydrant Pipe Drags Train
The Samastipur railway division imposed penalties on a contractor and engineer after a hydrant pipe dragged a train for 140 meters, damaging platform tiles and a coach. Officials ordered a safety audit.
Mumbai Harbour Line AC Local Services Return Jan 26
Central Railway reintroduces AC local trains on Harbour line with 14 services, including peak-hour trips. Western Railway also adds AC services by converting existing trains.
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.
Dumraon Railway Station Modernization Accelerates Post-Monsoon
Modernization work at Dumraon railway station in Bihar's Buxar district has regained momentum after monsoon delays. The Rs 17.1 crore project under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to transform the station with modern amenities.
Chennai Central Retiring Rooms to Get Star-Hotel Makeover
Southern Railway plans to renovate retiring rooms and dormitories at MGR Chennai Central station, offering passengers a premium, comfortable stay with modern amenities.
Central Railway FY26 revenue up 5%, passenger traffic soars
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.
Nagpur Railway Gets Smart Digital Locker Facility
Central Railway introduces a fully automated, cashless Smart Digital Locker system at Nagpur Station. Offers secure, self-service luggage storage with OTP/QR access. Check rates and details.
Patna Junction, Danapur Station Revamp Plan Unveiled
East Central Railway unveils a blueprint to transform Patna Junction and Danapur station with modern facilities, green zones, and metro integration by 2030 to handle rising passenger traffic.
Vidarbha-Pune Rail Services Hit by Mega Block, Trains Cancelled
Central Railway cancels key trains connecting Nagpur, Amravati to Pune from Jan 23-25 for crucial Daund-Manmad doubling work. Check list, plan travel carefully.
Centre Clears 4th Rail Line Between Asangaon & Kasara
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.
ECR Wins Top Railway Security Award for 2025
East Central Railway wins India's best railway security shield for 2025. Recognized for 91% crime detection, rescuing 2314 minors from traffickers, and stellar Kumbh Mela security. Read more.
Modern Accident Relief Train with OT Deployed at Manmad
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.
Begusarai Station Gets AI Tatkal & 10 Modular Stalls
Begusarai station introduces AI-based 'Digital Mitra' for faster Tatkal booking and 10 commercial stalls to boost non-fare revenue and passenger amenities. Read more.
Mumbai Garbage Train Fire Halts Central Railway Services
A major fire erupted on a garbage-laden train in Mumbai, severely affecting Central Railway services. Read about the incident, response, and ongoing disruptions.
Railway Officer Aadhar Raj Moves to Power Ministry
Aadhar Raj, former ADRM of Danapur division, appointed as Joint Secretary in Ministry of Power for five years. Read about his key contributions to railway development.
SCR Announces 150 Special Trains for Makar Sankranti 2026
South Central Railway rolls out nearly 150 special trains for Makar Sankranti 2026 to manage festive travel. Plan your trip to Tirupati and other destinations.
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.
RPF arrests man posing as TTE, extorting money on train
RPF & ECR team arrest a man for impersonating a TTE and extorting money from passengers on Mysore-Darbhanga Express. Learn how to stay safe and report fraud.
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.
Central Railway Ticket Checker Attacked by Commuters in Mumbai
A Central Railway ticket checker was assaulted by two commuters at Sewri station on January 1 over a ticket dispute. One accused, Shabbir Shaikh, has been identified while another remains at large. Read the full details of the incident.
ECR Drive: 1,032 Arrested for Alarm Chain Pulling in Dec
East Central Railway's 'Samay Palan' & 'Mahila Suraksha' drives in Dec saw 1,032 arrests for illegal alarm chain pulling & 2,629 penalised for unauthorised travel in women's coaches. Read details.
Man arrested for smuggling liquor at Kanpur Central Station
GRP personnel at Kanpur Central Railway Station arrested a 24-year-old man smuggling illicit liquor to Bihar. The police recovered 48 quarters of English liquor worth Rs 10,000. Read the full details of the operation.
Brake Binding Caused Train Fire Near Visakhapatnam
A fatal fire on the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express was caused by brake binding, not a short circuit. The incident near Yelamanchili claimed one life. Read the full investigation details.
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