SCR Announces 150 Special Trains for Makar Sankranti 2026
South Central Railway rolls out nearly 150 special trains for Makar Sankranti 2026 to manage festive travel. Plan your trip to Tirupati and other destinations.
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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.
Modi to launch 13 trains, first Vande Bharat sleeper next week
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.
Pongal 2026 Special Trains: Full List, Routes & Timings
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.
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.
440 Extra Staff Deployed for Magh Mela Pilgrim Rush at Prayagraj
Northern Railway deployed 440 extra staff & 8 special trains to manage massive pilgrim influx at Prayagraj for Paush Purnima. Read about the extensive safety and passenger management arrangements.
Review: 'The Social Life Of Trains' - Trains in Art & Life
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!
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!
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.
SWR Extends Special Trains to Clear Passenger Rush
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 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.
Train Fire in Andhra: 1 Dead, Coaches Detached to Stop Blaze
One passenger died after two coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express caught fire near Visakhapatnam. Officials suspect the blaze started in the linen storage area. Read for details on rescue, investigation, and helpline numbers.
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.
Ludhiana station upgrade causes crowding, passenger woes
Ludhiana railway station faces severe crowding as platform upgrades divert trains. Passengers struggle with insufficient seating. Read about the impact and official timeline.
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.
OTP for Tatkal on 5 more trains from Chennai
Southern Railway introduces OTP authentication for tatkal bookings on five key trains from Chennai to curb misuse. Learn which trains are affected and how it enhances transparency.
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.
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.
Rs 20 Crore Upgrade for Khurda Road MEMU Shed by ECoR
East Coast Railway plans a Rs 20 crore upgrade for its Khurda Road MEMU car shed to handle more trains. Phase-III expansion eyed as daily passenger count hits 1.32 lakh. Details inside.
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.
Railways' New Timetable 2026: What to Expect
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.
244 Special Trains for Festive Season 2025-26 by Indian Railways
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.
17 Ranchi trains cancelled till Jan 7 for station work
Ranchi railway station's yard re-modelling leads to cancellation of 17 trains until January 7. Details on affected routes and dates for passenger convenience.
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.
5 Trains Cancelled Due to Elephant Movement in Jharkhand
Chakradharpur railway cancels 5 passenger trains for two days as elephant herds increase movement on key sections. Officials enforce speed limits and SOPs for safety.
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.
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.
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.
SWR Special Trains: Yeshwantpur to Karwar for Christmas
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.
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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