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.
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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.
Mumbai Megablock on Dec 28: Central Railway Schedule
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.
New Kolaghat Bridge to End Railway Bottleneck by 2027
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.
Mumbai's Special New Year's Eve Train Services Announced
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.
Nagpur Railway Aids Pregnant Passenger, Baby Girl Born Safely
Central Railway's Nagpur Division coordinated emergency medical aid for a pregnant passenger on Shalimar Express, leading to a safe delivery. Read about this heartwarming rescue mission.
Ajni Station to Get New Services, Ease Nagpur Congestion
Central Railway plans to launch new train services from Ajni station in Nagpur within months to decongest routes. ₹1,500 crore allocated for Kumbh Mela upgrades. Read the latest developments.
Dense Fog Causes 12-Hour Delays on Key Delhi-Bihar Rail Corridor
Dense fog cripples North Central Railway, delaying premium trains like Rajdhani by over 10 hours. GPS tracking fails to prevent massive disruptions on Delhi-Patna route. Passengers question lack of contingency plans.
India's First Elevated Railway Terminal Proposed in Yelahanka
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
Trichy Railway Conducts Midnight Safety Checks at 25 Crossings
Trichy railway division conducted surprise midnight inspections at 25 non-interlocked level crossings to enforce safety compliance. Read about the findings and the DRM's warning.
New Rail Line Demand for Sambhajinagar-Dharashiv Route
Industry leaders and activists demand progress on the 240km Sambhajinagar-Dharashiv rail line. The project promises to boost industry, tourism, and regional development in Marathwada.
Railway Safety Check in Varanasi During Foggy Weather
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Student, Unidentified Man Killed Crossing Tracks in Tiruvallur
A 17-year-old pharmacy student and an unidentified man died after being hit by trains near Kadambathur station. Locals blame lack of safe crossing despite decade-long demands.
CAG Report Finds 2,961 Signal Failures in SWR
A CAG audit reveals 2,961 annual signalling failures in South Western Railway, citing irregular maintenance and repetitive non-compliance. Read the full report on safety concerns.
Fog Halts Delhi-Patna Trains, Major Delays Reported
Dense fog severely disrupted rail services on the Delhi-Kanpur-Patna route for a second day, causing delays of up to 3-4 hours for major trains. Safety protocols enforced.
CAG: South Western Railway sees 3,000 signal failures yearly
CAG report reveals South Western Railway averaged 2,961 signal failures annually from 2018-23, impacting safety. Auditor calls for robust maintenance and tech upgrades.
CAG: South Western Railway sees 3,000 signal failures yearly
CAG report reveals nearly 3,000 annual signalling failures in South Western Railway, citing poor maintenance and pending ₹12 crore penalties. Read the full audit findings.
Crowd Chaos at Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station
Poor crowd management and frequent train delays at Thiruvananthapuram Central are creating dangerous evening rush hour chaos. Experts warn of stampede risks. Read more.
Train Halted After Sparks Seen Near Hyderabad, Brake Binding Blamed
Alert station master halts Hyderabad-Belagavi train after spotting sparks & smoke from a bogie near Shankarpally. Brake binding caused the incident; no injuries reported. Read the full details.
SWR Ticketless Travel Up 10%, Bengaluru Division Tops List
South Western Railway detects over 7.7 lakh ticketless travel cases Jan-Nov 2025, a 10% jump. Bengaluru division sees highest violations. Officials cite increased checks and passenger volume.
Almatti-Kushtagi Railway DPR by May 2026
The detailed project report for the new Almatti-Kushtagi railway line will be completed in the next five months, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced. The survey work is already finished.
Railway Coach Restaurants Expand to Nagpur, Wardha, Pandhurna, Betul
Central Railway converts retired coaches into 24x7 multi-cuisine restaurants at four new stations. 10-year contracts offered to attract major food brands. E-auction on Dec 22.
Railways approves Rs 125 crore ROB in Bihar's Sonepur division
The Railway Ministry greenlights a Rs 124.78 crore Road Over Bridge in Bihar's Sonepur-Chhapra section to tackle severe traffic jams. The project will connect to NH-31A, cutting travel time and boosting safety. Read more.
Mysuru Railway Revenue Up 21% in Ticket Checking Drive
South Western Railway's Mysuru division reports a major surge in revenue from ticket checking, with Rs 89.4 lakh collected in Nov 2025 alone. Read how intensified enforcement is curbing unauthorized travel.
Railways approve Rs 125 crore ROB in Bihar's Sonepur division
The Railway Ministry greenlights a crucial Road Over Bridge (ROB) in Bihar's Sonepur-Chhapra section to tackle severe traffic jams. The Rs 124.78 crore project promises better connectivity and safety. Read more.
Himachal delays land transfer, funds for key rail project
Himachal Pradesh's failure to transfer land and pay its share is delaying the Rs 6,753 crore Bhanupalli-Bilaspur-Beri railway line. Get the full details on the project's status and strategic implications.
Daltonganj Station Toilets Defunct for Over 1.5 Years
Two crucial toilets at Daltonganj railway station have been unusable for 18 months due to lack of water and electricity. Officials promise action by month-end. Read more.
RPF Acts Against Vandalism on Jayanagar-Samastipur Train
Samastipur RPF ordered to curb vandalism on passenger trains. DRM Jyoti Prakash Mishra warns of strict action under RPF Acts. Report incidents via helpline 182/139.
Kochu Veli Station Upgrade Leaves Passengers Wanting More
Southern Railway completes phase of Kochu Veli station redevelopment with lifts & pit lines. Passengers demand ticket counters, shelters, more train stops to decongest Central. Read more.
CR Special Trains for Stranded Flyers Amid IndiGo Cancellations
Central Railway announces special trains from Pune to multiple cities after IndiGo flight cancellations. Help desk set up at airport. Details on routes, classes, and operation till December 12 inside.
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