Southern Railway Pongal Special Trains: Madurai, Rameswaram, Nagercoil
Southern Railway announces special train services for Pongal rush. Madurai-Rameswaram specials run Saturday and Sunday. Nagercoil-Tambaram superfast special operates Sunday.
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Pongal Special Train from Podanur to Chennai Announced
Southern Railway will operate a special train from Podanur to Chennai for Pongal, enhancing connectivity during the festive season. The service aims to ease travel for passengers.
Railway Catering Policy Revised, DRMs Get Approval Powers
The Railway Board has modified the 2017 Catering Policy, allowing Divisional Railway Managers to approve new catering initiatives at stations for two years, following Southern Railway's suggestions.
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.
Special Trains for Sabarimala Makaravilakku Festival
Southern Railway will operate special trains via Podanur to manage the rush of devotees traveling to Sabarimala during the Makaravilakku festival in January.
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.
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.
Southern Railway to Expand Chennai, Coimbatore, Kochi Terminals
Southern Railway's major expansion plan for Chennai, Coimbatore, and Ernakulam will double originating train capacity. Learn about new terminals, station redevelopment, and multi-tracking projects.
Railways to Install CCTV in Kitchens, Upgrade Kerala Stations
Indian Railways mandates CCTV in cooking areas for hygiene, reveals major station development plans for Kerala, including Kollam's Rs 361 crore renovation. Read for details.
Pongal Rush: Southern Railway Announces Special Trains
Southern Railway introduces additional special trains between Chennai, Tirunelveli, and other key stations to manage the festive Pongal passenger rush. Check dates and timings here.
Thiruvananthapuram-Parassala Rail Doubling 70% Complete
Railway track doubling between Thiruvananthapuram Central and Parassala is 70% complete, aiming for an August 2026 finish. The project will boost connectivity and cut delays on the key southern route.
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.
Pongal Special Trains: Southern Railway Announces Schedule
Southern Railway will run special trains from Jan 8-21 for Pongal rush. Advance booking opens at 8 am on Sunday, Jan 4. Plan your travel now!
Margao Among 48 Cities for Railway Capacity Expansion
Indian Railways targets doubling train origination capacity in Margao and 47 other cities by 2030. The plan aims to reduce congestion and meet rising passenger demand. Read more about the infrastructure upgrade.
Railways to double train capacity in 48 cities by 2030
Indian Railways unveils a major expansion plan to double train-originating capacity in 48 key cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, by 2030 to ease congestion and meet rising passenger demand. Discover the full list of cities and the strategy.
Kollam-Chennai Express gets 1 hr 25 min faster from Jan 1
Indian Railways cuts Kollam-Chennai Express travel time by 1 hour 25 minutes via Punalur route. Now the fastest train to Chennai from South Kerala. Details inside!
Southern Railway's New Timetable: Faster Trains from Jan 1
Southern Railway launches a major new timetable on Jan 1, introducing 8 new trains and speeding up 79 services. Key routes see travel times cut by up to 85 minutes. Details inside.
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.
Mumbai to get 749 new suburban train services by 2030
Mumbai's Central and Western Railways will launch 749 additional suburban services by 2030, enabled by new coaching terminals at Panvel, Kalyan, Parel, and LTT. This expansion aims to reduce overcrowding and improve commuter reliability.
Southern Railway Switches to Treated Sewage Water in Chennai
Southern Railway begins using 6 million litres daily of recycled sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, a major step for urban water sustainability. Read how it works.
Southern Railway Switches to Recycled Sewage Water in Chennai
Southern Railway will use treated sewage water for coach cleaning & maintenance in Chennai, sourcing 6 MLD from Langs Garden plant. A major step for water conservation.
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.
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.
Saudi-led coalition warns UAE-backed separatists in Yemen
Saudi-led coalition warns of immediate response to UAE-backed STC forces in Yemen, accusing them of rights abuses. Tensions escalate in southern Yemen. Read the latest developments.
Special Trains for Sabarimala Season via Podanur Announced
Southern Railway introduces special trains via Podanur to manage Sabarimala pilgrim rush. Check new schedules for Kollam-Narasapur and Charlapalli-Kollam routes.
NDLS Redevelopment: Two New Buildings for 7 Lakh Passengers
Indian Railways redevelops New Delhi station under Amrit Bharat Scheme. Two new buildings to replace old ones, boosting daily capacity to 7 lakh passengers. Full details inside.
Railways to Double Train Capacity from 48 Cities by 2030
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.
Railways to Double Capacity in 48 Cities by 2030
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.
Railways to Double Train Capacity in Major Cities
Indian Railways unveils a massive 5-year plan to double train capacity in major cities, focusing on track tripling and quadrupling. Key routes in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai set for major upgrades.
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