Man Dies in Thane Train Gap Incident, Services Hit
A 55-year-old man died after slipping between train coaches at Thane station, causing major delays. Another accident injured a woman later, disrupting suburban services for hours.
A 55-year-old man died after slipping between train coaches at Thane station, causing major delays. Another accident injured a woman later, disrupting suburban services for hours.
Indian Railways finalizes fares for the inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Guwahati route. 3AC fare set at Rs 2299. Launch expected this week, cutting travel time by 3 hours.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches on January 17, 2026. Check the route, ticket prices, and key features of this game-changer for overnight travel.
Indian Railways launches weekly Dibrugarh-Gomti Nagar Amrit Bharat Express (15949/50). Connecting Assam to Uttar Pradesh via 40 stops, this non-AC train offers affordable long-distance travel. Details here.
Indian Railways launches weekly Amrit Bharat Express connecting West Bengal & Tamil Nadu. Check train number 20609/20610 route, 38 stoppages, schedule & affordable travel.
Indian Railways launches the weekly Alipurduar-Panvel Amrit Bharat Express (Train 11032/11031). Offering affordable travel, it connects West Bengal to Maharashtra with 35 stops. Check the full schedule here.
Western Railway cancels 120 suburban services on Jan 12 & 13, 2026, for sixth line work between Kandivali-Borivali. Plan your commute as part of a 30-day block period.
A major fire erupted on a garbage-laden train in Mumbai, severely affecting Central Railway services. Read about the incident, response, and ongoing disruptions.
Western Railway to conduct critical safety tests for 18-car local trains on the Virar-Dahanu Road section. Results will determine future deployment to ease peak-hour congestion. Read the full details.
Haryana gears up for India's maiden hydrogen-powered train launch. The pilot project on the Jind-Sonipat route is in final stages, promising a green, silent revolution in rail travel. Read more!
Mumbai's suburban rail sees a 7% drop in fatalities in 2025, but 2,287 deaths underscore a persistent safety emergency. Track crossing and overcrowding remain top killers.
Mumbai's suburban railways saw over 6 daily deaths in 2025, with 2,287 fatalities. Track crossing remains the top killer. Activists blame unchecked development and lack of transport alternatives. Read the full report.
India's ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project faces a significant cost escalation to Rs 1.98 lakh crore due to delays. The high-speed rail aims to cut travel time to under 2 hours.
Get the first glimpse of India's Vande Bharat Sleeper train! See photos, fares, and details on regional cuisine for the Howrah-Guwahati route. Launch within 18 days.
India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train, set for Kolkata-Guwahati route, promises 160 kmph overnight travel with aircraft-style amenities. High-speed trials hit 180 kmph. Read more.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Vande Bharat sleeper train this month. The 16-coach train will run between Guwahati and Kolkata, offering modern amenities and fares designed for the middle class. Read all details.
Rajasthan's rail zones are vying for premium Vande Bharat Sleeper trains. Delhi-Ahmedabad via Jaipur is the top contender, promising faster, more comfortable overnight travel. Read more.
Indian Railways' first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, a game-changer for overnight travel, will launch in Jan 2026 on the Guwahati-Kolkata route. Discover fares, features, and the PM's flag-off.
India's first bullet train, connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is set for launch on August 15, 2027. Check the high-speed route, key features, and travel time.
Indian Railways to launch 12 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains by 2026, designed for 1000-1500 km routes. First service connects Kolkata and Guwahati. Read more.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces affordable fares for the new Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Guwahati-Howrah route. PM Modi to flag off the service soon. Read more.
Indian Railways to launch Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train by January 18. Check route, 8 stoppages, ticket prices from Rs 2,300, and regional food menu.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, linking Guwahati and Kolkata. This marks a major upgrade for Northeast connectivity.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces the first Vande Bharat sleeper train launch in Jan 2026. PM Modi to flag off the Guwahati-Kolkata AC train. Details on fares, features, and routes inside.
PM Modi will soon inaugurate India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Guwahati to Kolkata. The 16-coach train features advanced tech, Kavach, and high-speed travel. Read details.
Mumbaikars woke up to unexpected rain on the first morning of 2026, breaking the usual humid winter pattern. Residents shared their surprise on social media as showers greeted the financial capital. Read more about this unique start to the year.
A loco train collision inside a hydropower project tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, injured 88 people. The accident occurred late evening with 109 onboard. Details and rescue efforts inside.
Indian Railways' indigenous Vande Bharat Sleeper Train aces final high-speed trial at 180 km/h in Kota. A major step towards launch. Read more about this technical milestone.
Frequent travellers from Hubballi express strong displeasure over the revised midnight schedule of the sole super-fast express to Bengaluru, seeking Union Minister Pralhad Joshi's intervention. Details inside.
A 70-year-old man was tragically burnt alive in the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express fire, despite a swift evacuation by fellow passengers. Read the full report on this heartbreaking incident.