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.
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Man Held for Fake Railway Pass on Dadar-Ambernath AC Local
A 20-year-old passenger in Thane was arrested after a ticket inspector caught him using a forged digital season ticket on an AC suburban train. Police are investigating the fraud's scope.
Rs 35,045 Crore Rail Boost for Telangana: 20 Projects Sanctioned
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.
Grinding Stone Placed on Kochi Railway Track, Probe On
A grinding stone was found on railway tracks in Kochi's Pachalam, raising sabotage fears. The Mysuru-Kochuveli Express loco pilot spotted it at 4:50 AM. A puppy was found dead nearby. Read details.
Mumbai AC Local: Now Carry ID with Season Ticket
Mumbai's Central & Western Railways mandate ID proof with AC local passes to combat counterfeit tickets. Strict checks, joint teams deployed. Violators face fines & up to 7 years jail.
Top 7 Scenic & Safe Indian Train Routes for Solo Women
Discover India's most breathtaking and secure railway journeys perfect for solo women travellers. From UNESCO mountain routes to coastal bridges, plan your empowering rail adventure today.
UP Leads India's Most-Visited States for Domestic Tourists
Uttar Pradesh emerged as India's top holiday destination for domestic travellers in 2024-25, attracting 646.8 million visits. Discover the full top 10 list and key tourism trends.
Railway Staff Protection Scheme Pays Rs 1 Crore in Lucknow
Northern Railway's Lucknow division disburses its first Rs 1 crore insurance payout under the RSP scheme to the family of track maintainer Anwar Ali. Read the full story.
Nagpur Railway Recovers ₹11.29 Lakh in Ticket Check
Central Railway's Nagpur Division recovered ₹11.29 lakh in fines in a massive ticket-checking drive on November 29, detecting 1,665 cases of irregular travel across 23 trains. Read the full story.
Nagpur's Ajni Railway Station Modernisation Progresses Rapidly
Central Railway's ambitious Ajni Station redevelopment in Nagpur is progressing swiftly. Key structures, including the East Side building and staff towers, are nearing completion, promising enhanced passenger amenities and smoother operations.
Mysuru Railway Station Mahotsav Highlights Heritage & Growth
South Western Railway's Mysuru division celebrated Station Mahotsav, honouring its royal origins and daily 60,000 passengers. A Rs 395.7 crore redevelopment is underway. Read more about this historic hub's future.
Navi Mumbai Railway Station Renamed to Include Karave
Central Railway renames Seawoods-Darave station to Seawoods-Darave-Karave in Navi Mumbai, changing its station code. The move follows a state government request.
Karaikudi Station Gets ₹20.34 Crore Upgrade with New Facilities
Southern Railway completes a major ₹20.34 crore renovation of Karaikudi station, adding lifts, new FOB, AC waiting room & heritage art. A key hub for Tamil Nadu gets a passenger-friendly makeover.
Land Acquisition Sparks Outrage in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Nearly 3,000 properties face acquisition for railway track doubling in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Residents question one-sided land acquisition and demand fair compensation.
Woman dies after falling from moving train at Dadar
Tragic accident at Dadar railway station as Andhra Pradesh woman falls from moving train while attempting to alight after using toilet. Details of the heartbreaking incident that claimed her life.
3 Dhar Villages Launch Community-Run Homestays
Gyanpura, Bhilbarkheda & Sulibardi villages develop 22 community homestays to boost rural tourism. Discover how tribal families are creating sustainable livelihoods through cultural experiences.
Southern Railway conducts 145kmph high-speed trial run
Southern Railway achieves 145kmph in trial run, paving way for 130kmph operations on Jolarpet-Coimbatore section. Major speed enhancement projects underway across Tamil Nadu routes.
India's Path to Global Tourism Hub: Tech & Mobility Focus
Former UN Tourism advisor reveals India's strategy to become global tourism leader through technology, clear messaging, and cross-border mobility reforms. Learn the roadmap.
Hyderabad Railway Stations Get Major ₹1150 Cr Upgrade
Hyderabad's railway infrastructure undergoes massive transformation with 40 stations being redeveloped. Hitec City station gets ₹36 crore facelift, while Secunderabad and Hyderabad stations see major investments. Read more about the modernization plans.
Mumbai motorman saves life on railway tracks
A Mumbai motorman's alert action saved a person's life on tracks between Mulund and Thane. The heroic act caused 15-20 minute delays during Friday evening peak hours. Read this inspiring story of presence of mind.
Nagpur Station Redevelopment 60% Complete
Nagpur Railway Station's ₹487 crore redevelopment hits 60% completion. New buildings, elevated concourse underway to handle 1 lakh daily passengers. Expected completion by December 2026.
Rajasthan Aims to Solve Tourism Seasonality
Rajasthan struggles with seasonal tourism despite global recognition. Officials propose night safaris, monsoon trails to boost year-round visitors. Will infrastructure gaps hinder progress?
8 Underrated Places to Visit in Gujarat
Discover Gujarat's best-kept secrets! From ancient stepwells to wild sanctuaries, explore 8 stunning destinations beyond typical tourist spots. Plan your trip now!
UP Tourism Workshop to Create Vision Document 2047
Uttar Pradesh tourism department organizes Viksit UP 2047 workshop to create sustainable tourism blueprint. Event features top officials, aims to position state as world-class tourism hub.
RPF personnel save tourist from train accident in Goa
Two RPF personnel risked their lives to save a 66-year-old tourist from being crushed under a moving train at Margao's Konkan Railway station. Read about their heroic act and railway safety tips.
Rajasthan Tourism Partners with Hotels to Promote Hadoti Region
Rajasthan tourism department partners with Hotel Federation to promote Hadoti region, aiming to transform Kota's identity beyond coaching centers with new tourism initiatives starting January 2-4.
UP Tourism Vision 2047 Workshop on November 27
Uttar Pradesh tourism department organizes workshop on November 27 to draft Tourism Vision Document 2047 for sustainable growth. Learn how 109.65 crore visits will shape future strategy.
SWR Extends Vande Bharat Sleeper Depot Tender Deadline
South Western Railway extends tender deadline for Vande Bharat sleeper depot at Bengaluru's Thanisandra. Read about the project details and new submission timeline.
Ayodhya's Economic Boom: 300% Growth in Tourism
Ayodhya transforms into economic powerhouse with record devotee numbers. Discover how spiritual tourism is driving unprecedented development and prosperity in the holy city.
Railway ticketless cases fall by over 50% in Mumbai
Central Railway's Mumbai Division reports 50% drop in ticketless travel cases despite intensified checks. 9.63 lakh offenders caught, ₹40.59 crore recovered in fines. Read more.
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