India's inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper train revolutionizes travel between Kolkata & Assam. Cutting travel time by 3 hours, it offers luxury, safety & a boost to regional tourism. Explore the details.
Explore Amitava Kumar's 'The Social Life of Indian Trains,' a unique book blending memoir, history, and photography to capture India's essence. Discover the nation's journey through its railways.
Indian Railways hikes speed limit for 548 passenger trains nationwide, including 12 in East Central Railway. 122 new trains introduced in 2025 to enhance connectivity and reduce travel time.
Indian Railways to launch six new Amrit Bharat Express routes via Odisha, enhancing non-AC sleeper connectivity. PM Modi to inaugurate on Jan 17 & 18. Details inside.
Indian Railways unveils major timetable overhaul under TAG 2026, adding 122 new trains and accelerating 549 services to cut travel time and boost punctuality. Explore the full list of upgrades.
The FCC authorises SpaceX to expand its Starlink network with 7,500 new satellites, aiming for 1 Gbps speeds and direct-to-cell connectivity worldwide. Read more about this game-changing move.
Indian Railways launches the weekly Alipurduar-Panvel Amrit Bharat Express (Train 11032/11031). Offering affordable travel, it connects West Bengal to Maharashtra with 35 stops. Check the full schedule here.
Indian Railways to launch 11 new trains from West Bengal and Assam, including the Vande Bharat Sleeper and Amrit Bharat Express, boosting connectivity across India. Full list of routes inside.
Indian Railways announces three new long-distance trains from Bengaluru to West Bengal, led by an Amrit Bharat Express. The move aims to improve connectivity for migrants, traders, and families. PM Modi expected to announce launch soon.
Bengaluru gains three weekly trains to West Bengal, featuring a new Amrit Bharat Express to Alipurduar. Details on routes, schedules, and passenger amenities inside.
Canada's latest Express Entry draw saw the CRS score drop to 511. Learn about the process, costs, and what this lower cut-off means for skilled Indian professionals seeking permanent residency.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria proposes a cost-effective metro-bus hybrid for Chandigarh, citing Jaipur's financial failure. New plan focuses on peripheral corridors and robust bus fleet.
Indian Railways introduces additional stops for 16 express trains at smaller stations in Kerala, enhancing access for local commuters. The move follows passenger feedback and BJP recommendations.
Multiple Patna-bound trains from Delhi faced severe delays up to 5 hours due to adverse weather, causing passenger hardship. Get the full list of affected trains and official response.
Despite tourism push, Nilambur struggles with limited trains, old coaches lacking charging points, and no track doubling. Experts call for better rail infrastructure to unlock its scenic potential.
Dense fog across North India caused major train disruptions in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Four trains were cancelled, including the Lucknow-Chandigarh service, with delays of up to 10 hours reported. Get the full list of affected trains and updates.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 13 new trains, including India's first Vande Bharat sleeper, from poll-bound West Bengal and Assam next week, boosting rail infrastructure.
TRAI introduces a star rating system for buildings to improve indoor mobile connectivity. Learn how this initiative will benefit residents and ensure better network quality.
Chakradharpur division cancels six passenger trains from Jan 7-9 due to wildlife safety and fog. This is the fifth such cancellation in 18 days. Key routes affected.
Electrification of the scenic Sakleshpur–Subramanya ghats section paves the way for smoother Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail travel. A Vande Bharat Express is now under serious consideration. Read more about this engineering feat.
Indian Railways announces special train services for Pongal 2026 to connect major cities in Tamil Nadu and beyond. Check the full list of trains, routes, timetables, and stoppages for seamless festival travel.
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A review of 'The Social Life Of Trains', analyzing how trains are depicted in poetry, film, and literature. Discover how this book connects railways to our collective experience. Read the full review now!
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!
An Air India Express pilot was arrested and later released on bail for allegedly assaulting a colleague at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025.
South Western Railways extends operations of 10 weekly & bi-weekly special trains till Feb to handle extra passenger traffic. Check new dates for Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam & other routes.
Track restoration work after a goods train derailment in Jamui diverts key trains like Vande Bharat & Janshatabdi, causing major delays for Kolkata-bound passengers from Patna. Stay updated on route changes.
Dense fog and bad weather severely disrupted Delhi-Patna rail services, with Tejas Rajdhani delayed by 16 hours. Read the full report on the widespread passenger inconvenience.
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
Central & Western Railway to run special suburban trains on Dec 31 midnight in Mumbai. Check full schedule for CSMT, Kalyan, Harbour line, Churchgate, and Virar services for safe travel.