ECR Wins Top Railway Security Award for 2025
East Central Railway wins India's best railway security shield for 2025. Recognized for 91% crime detection, rescuing 2314 minors from traffickers, and stellar Kumbh Mela security. Read more.
East Central Railway wins India's best railway security shield for 2025. Recognized for 91% crime detection, rescuing 2314 minors from traffickers, and stellar Kumbh Mela security. Read more.
Explore India's top solo travel spots for women in 2026, from spiritual Rishikesh to serene Majuli Island. Discover safe, memorable, and enriching adventures.
Central Railway's Bhusawal division stations a state-of-the-art High Speed Accident Relief Train (HS-SPART) at Manmad Junction, featuring an onboard operation theatre and advanced rescue gear for swift emergency response ahead of Kumbh Mela 2026-28.
A viral Reddit post asks if travel has real meaning. Discover diverse perspectives from seasoned travellers on purpose, joy, and escaping the 'box-ticking' culture. What's your reason to travel?
Mumbai-based travel writer Rishad Saam Mehta reveals how assignments become excuses for self-funded pilgrimages to sites from books and films, from Lawrence of Arabia's crash to The Great Escape camp.
The US State Department warns citizens against travel to over two dozen nations due to extreme risks like war, terrorism, and crime. Check the full list and safety tips here.
Begusarai station introduces AI-based 'Digital Mitra' for faster Tatkal booking and 10 commercial stalls to boost non-fare revenue and passenger amenities. Read more.
A major fire erupted on a garbage-laden train in Mumbai, severely affecting Central Railway services. Read about the incident, response, and ongoing disruptions.
Aadhar Raj, former ADRM of Danapur division, appointed as Joint Secretary in Ministry of Power for five years. Read about his key contributions to railway development.
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.
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.
Western Railway's ticket checking drives from April-Dec 2025 recovered Rs 155.46 crore in fines, a 49% jump. Mumbai suburban section contributed Rs 41.26 crore. Read more about the crackdown.
RPF & ECR team arrest a man for impersonating a TTE and extorting money from passengers on Mysore-Darbhanga Express. Learn how to stay safe and report fraud.
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.
Move beyond escape. Discover 3 destinations for intentional travel that fosters growth and reconnection in 2026, as suggested by expert Sonia Nazareth.
A Central Railway ticket checker was assaulted by two commuters at Sewri station on January 1 over a ticket dispute. One accused, Shabbir Shaikh, has been identified while another remains at large. Read the full details of the incident.
East Central Railway's 'Samay Palan' & 'Mahila Suraksha' drives in Dec saw 1,032 arrests for illegal alarm chain pulling & 2,629 penalised for unauthorised travel in women's coaches. Read details.
Indian Railways introduces modern sleeping pods at Guntur Station, offering safe & hygienic rest for ₹150. A game-changer for budget travellers with long waits.
GRP personnel at Kanpur Central Railway Station arrested a 24-year-old man smuggling illicit liquor to Bihar. The police recovered 48 quarters of English liquor worth Rs 10,000. Read the full details of the operation.
A fatal fire on the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express was caused by brake binding, not a short circuit. The incident near Yelamanchili claimed one life. Read the full investigation details.
Central Railway marks a milestone 2025 with record passenger numbers, revenue, and freight. It celebrates 100 years of electrification while deploying KAVACH, new stations, and sustainability initiatives. Explore the year of transformation.
Central Railway celebrated a landmark 2025 with record passenger numbers, revenue, and freight. It marked 100 years of electrification and pioneered KAVACH trials. Read about its transformative year.
ixigo's Great Indian Travel Index 2025 reveals key trends: spiritual hubs like Ayodhya surged, OTT series boosted Northeast tourism, and East Asia gained popularity. Discover the year's travel shifts.
The India Habit Index 2025 reveals a major shift: Indian travellers now seek emotional balance & authentic experiences over social media bragging. Discover the data-driven insights.
South Central Railway urges public to avoid kite flying near tracks this Sankranti after past electrocution incidents. High-voltage lines pose fatal risk, especially with Chinese threads.
Western Railway achieved 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and digital transformation in 2025. Explore its safety, heritage, and infrastructure milestones. Read the full report.
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.
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.
Massive railway infrastructure projects worth ₹12,680 crore are set to transform Nagpur into a modern transport hub, enhancing passenger capacity and convenience. Read about the key upgrades.