Mumbai's suburban rail network is set for a massive transformation with a Rs 18,365-crore investment. The Panvel-Karjat corridor, a 29.6 km project costing Rs 2,782 crore, is now underway. Read more about this infrastructure revolution.
CAG report reveals imprudent NHAI decisions led to delays & ₹41.7 crore cost overrun in Ludhiana-Talwandi NH-5 project. Audit highlights flawed use of financial aid scheme.
Indian Railways announces revised fares for major trains from December 26. Check which services are affected and how much more you will pay for tickets.
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.
Indian Railways announces a graded fare revision from December 26, protecting suburban commuters and short-distance travellers. Details on new rates for Sleeper, AC classes, and premium trains inside.
India's FY27 budget could allocate a record ₹1.3 trillion for rail safety, focusing on Kavach rollout and infrastructure. Experts stress organizational discipline over funds. Read more.
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.
Delhi Metro Museum opens at Supreme Court station, showcasing India's transport revolution. Discover 6 must-visit rail museums worldwide for travel enthusiasts. Plan your visit now!
Indian Railways increases fares for AC, sleeper & second classes from December 26. Suburban fares unchanged. Move to generate Rs 600 crore in FY 2025-26. Details inside.
Indian Railways announces a rationalised fare hike effective December 26. No increase for suburban travel, monthly passes, or short journeys under 215 km. Get all the details here.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw assures DCM Eknath Shinde that the stalled Thane-Mulund suburban station project will restart. The cost has doubled to Rs 245 crore. Read for details.
A video allegedly showing a young couple in an indecent act on a Rapid Rail train near Ghaziabad has gone viral, raising serious questions about onboard surveillance and safety protocols. Read more.
The Rs 700-crore Ara-Sasaram rail line doubling project is now in active execution, with survey and land acquisition intensified. Completion is targeted within three years to ease congestion and boost regional growth in Bihar.
Western Railway cancels 80 suburban services daily & regulates long-distance trains for 30 days from Dec 30 to Jan 18 for crucial 6th line extension work up to Borivli. Details inside.
Bhopal Metro's priority corridor launches, easing traffic & pollution. PM Modi's message read at inauguration. Services begin Dec 21. Details inside.
Kochi's crucial sewage treatment project faces further delays as costs escalate from Rs 1,300 crore to Rs 1,700 crore. Read about the reasons and impact on the city's urban regeneration.
NCRTC submits DPR for a rapid rail link between Gurgaon and Greater Noida. The 6-station corridor, costing Rs 15,000 crore, promises to cut travel time to 38 minutes. Read more on the debate over elevated vs underground routes.
Haryana's flagship rail projects, including the Eastern Orbital Rail Corridor, show substantial progress. Over 52% of a major tunnel is complete, and Rs 1,533 crore in land compensation has been disbursed. Read more.
A capacity-building workshop in Patna aims to reactivate Complex Resource Centres as collaborative academic hubs, focusing on teacher support, digital tools, and foundational learning goals under NIPUN Bihar.
Mumbai's crucial suburban rail network is set for a major upgrade with two new lines between Thane and Kalyan, aiming to decongest the vital corridor and boost capacity. Read about the project's details and impact.
The Central Government approves a major ₹48.69 crore road and bridge project in Haroli, Himachal Pradesh, enhancing connectivity and boosting local development. Read more about this crucial infrastructure push.
Maharashtra govt's Rs 95.18 crore Tajbagh development phase-2 remains stalled despite March 2024 approval. Residents await crucial notification for rehabilitation works. Read more.
As India's Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project advances with Japanese collaboration, crucial lessons on debt and development emerge from Jakarta's experience. Read the analysis.
The Railway Board's promise of automatic doors on Mumbai locals after the Mumbra tragedy remains unfulfilled. We examine the decade-long struggle, failed trials, and why AC trains may be the only viable solution.
Indian Railways' ICF will develop two new non-AC local trains for Mumbai with an automatic door closure system, enhancing safety. Currently, 17 AC rakes with this feature operate on the network.
The 40-km Qadian-Beas rail line, stalled since 1929, is finally set for construction. Railway Minister directs officials to clear all hurdles, promising a boost to Batala's industry. Read the full story.
Centre sanctions massive Rs 35,045-crore rail plan for Telangana, featuring 20 projects including 6 new lines and 14 doubling works across 2,165 km. Details inside.
The proposed 70-km Bahraich-Jarwal Road rail link in Uttar Pradesh clears a major hurdle with its Detailed Project Report ready. The new line promises faster travel and economic growth for the region. Read more about the project's progress.
A cheetah cub born in the wild at Kuno National Park has died, marking the third cheetah death this year. Officials confirm the cause was severe dehydration and weakness.
Eastern Railway announces dedicated tracks & green channel for 200 suburban trains to improve punctuality. Plans for AC services expansion in Howrah division revealed. Read more.