Badlapur-Karjat Quadrupling Project Gets Rs 1,324 Crore Nod
Railways ministry approves 32.46 km quadrupling project between Badlapur and Karjat under MUTP-3B to ease congestion and boost safety. Project to be completed in 3-4 years.
Railways ministry approves 32.46 km quadrupling project between Badlapur and Karjat under MUTP-3B to ease congestion and boost safety. Project to be completed in 3-4 years.
MRVC commissions IIT Bombay to benchmark suburban rail costs against Metro, focusing on passenger-kilometre cost, energy use & long-term financial viability for MMR.
Residents of Chennai's Pattabiram face daily commute nightmares due to severely reduced bus services, forcing reliance on trains and risky bike rides. Learn about the community's struggle and official responses.
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.
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.
A scheduled mega block on Mumbai's Central Line from Mulund to Matunga allowed for crucial track, signal, and overhead equipment maintenance. Services are set to resume post-block, promising safer commutes.
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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.
South Western Railway announces major timetable overhaul, speeding up 123 trains from January 2026. Key routes to Mumbai, Jodhpur & Gandhidham get faster. Details inside.
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.
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.
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.
Get the latest updates from Bengaluru on December 24, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic snarls, metro services, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Indian Railways' new timetable 'Trains at a Glance 2026' will launch soon, featuring updated routes, reduced travel times, and details on Vande Bharat trains. Check the official website for the PDF.
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 deploys 244 special train trips across 8 zones to manage Christmas & New Year 2025-26 travel surge. Book early via IRCTC for a smooth festive journey.
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.
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.
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.
Ballari MP E Tukaram's demand for new passenger trains meets a non-committal response from Railways, citing operational feasibility. Locals feel let down. Read the full story.
South Western Railway will run special trains from Yeshwantpur to Karwar on Dec 24 & 27. Return services on Dec 25 & 28. Check timings and plan your festive travel.
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.
South Western Railway announces 6 special trains from Bengaluru to key cities after IndiGo flight cancellations. Details on routes, dates, and passenger relief measures inside.
South Western Railway to run special express trains between Yeshwantpur and Karwar on Dec 24, 25, 27, 28 to ease holiday travel. Check schedules and stops here.
East Coast Railway deploys extra coaches in 5 trains & launches 6 specials from Odisha to tackle passenger surge after flight cancellations. Check IRCTC for real-time updates.
Western Railway announces 3 special trains from Mumbai & Ahmedabad to Delhi & Rajasthan from Dec 7-10 to ease passenger rush due to IndiGo flight cancellations. Bookings are now open.