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Indian Railways hikes speed limit for 548 passenger trains nationwide, including 12 in East Central Railway. 122 new trains introduced in 2025 to enhance connectivity and reduce travel time.
Indian Railways unveils major timetable overhaul under TAG 2026, adding 122 new trains and accelerating 549 services to cut travel time and boost punctuality. Explore the full list of upgrades.
Indian Railways to launch 11 new trains from West Bengal and Assam, including the Vande Bharat Sleeper and Amrit Bharat Express, boosting connectivity across India. Full list of routes inside.
Indian Railways announces three new long-distance trains from Bengaluru to West Bengal, led by an Amrit Bharat Express. The move aims to improve connectivity for migrants, traders, and families. PM Modi expected to announce launch soon.
Bengaluru gains three weekly trains to West Bengal, featuring a new Amrit Bharat Express to Alipurduar. Details on routes, schedules, and passenger amenities inside.
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.
Chakradharpur division cancels six passenger trains from Jan 7-9 due to wildlife safety and fog. This is the fifth such cancellation in 18 days. Key routes affected.
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.
A crack on bridge pillars over Koel River disrupts rail services on Ranchi-Lohardaga-Tori section. Key trains cancelled from Jan 4-8. Details on altered routes and safety measures inside.
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.
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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!
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.
Ludhiana railway station faces severe crowding as platform upgrades divert trains. Passengers struggle with insufficient seating. Read about the impact and official timeline.
Chakradharpur division cancels 9 passenger trains from Dec 25-28 due to dense fog threatening elephant corridors. This marks the fourth consecutive cancellation wave, disrupting commuters.
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.
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.
Chennai Metro Rail will replace all static route maps with dynamic LCD screens in Phase-1 trains, showing real-time station info, landmarks, and train speed to aid passengers during crowded commutes.
A quick-thinking bus driver and conductor in Kochi turned their vehicle into an ambulance to rush a 75-year-old collapsed passenger to hospital. Read their heroic story.
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.
Dense fog causes major delays for trains from Bhubaneswar and Puri to Delhi and other northern cities. Key trains like Rajdhani Express rescheduled, passengers face missed connections and travel woes. 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.
Southern Railway's new MEMU maintenance shed in Trichy's Manjathidal is 80% complete. The Rs 61 crore facility, set for March 2026, will upgrade 36 DEMU services, enhancing suburban commute capacity and speed. Read more.
Southern Railway's new MEMU maintenance shed in Trichy's Manjathidal is 80% ready. Set for March 2026 completion, it will boost suburban train services and cut diesel use. Read more.
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.
Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma raised the issue of air passenger rights in Parliament, calling for visible displays of entitlements at airports to aid flyers during disruptions. Learn about the proposed action plan.
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.
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.