India's Bullet Train Project: Lessons from Jakarta
As India's Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project advances with Japanese collaboration, crucial lessons on debt and development emerge from Jakarta's experience. Read the analysis.
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Madras HC orders probe into ₹93.4 crore CMRL land payout
Madras High Court orders investigation into ₹93.4 crore compensation paid by CMRL for land acquisition in Chennai's Koyambedu without proper title verification. Read the full story.
95-Year-Old Qadian-Beas Rail Line Project Revived
The 40-km Qadian-Beas rail line, stalled since 1929, is finally set for construction. Railway Minister directs officials to clear all hurdles, promising a boost to Batala's industry. Read the full story.
Swargate Metro-Bus Underpass Complete, Awaits Final Clearance
Maha Metro completes pedestrian underpass linking Swargate station to MSRTC bus terminus, promising seamless transfer. Final CMRS approval expected in weeks.
Fans cross India to watch Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma play
Cricket fans journey thousands of kilometres across states just to watch Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma live. The RoKo fandom's passion remains unmatched in world cricket. Read more.
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.
German Youth Protest Against Compulsory Military Service
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
Coimbatore Flyover Fate Hangs in Balance Over Metro Row
The proposed flyover from Goldwins to Neelambur in Coimbatore faces uncertainty as CMRL's metro plans create a hurdle. Get the latest details on the Rs 600 crore project.
Bahraich-Jarwal Road Rail Line DPR Finalised
The proposed 70-km Bahraich-Jarwal Road rail link in Uttar Pradesh clears a major hurdle with its Detailed Project Report ready. The new line promises faster travel and economic growth for the region. Read more about the project's progress.
USBRL Project Generates 5 Crore Man-Days Employment: Vaishnaw
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link has created over 5 crore man-days of employment. Discover the project's impact on Kashmir's connectivity and economy.
Railways DPR for 164 km new Kashmir rail line
Indian Railways prepares a Detailed Project Report for a 164 km new railway line in Kashmir Valley to extend connectivity after the USBRL project. Read about the new Baramulla-Uri line and Banihal-Baramulla doubling.
Police Raids Before Punjab Rail Roko, KMM Alleges Repression
Punjab Police conduct pre-emptive raids on Kisan Mazdoor Morcha leaders ahead of a 2-hour rail blockade protest against the Electricity Bill. KMM condemns the crackdown. Details inside.
Revised Pune-Nashik Rail Route to Protect GMRT Observatory
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms a new alignment for the Pune-Nashik rail line, eliminating interference threats to the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT). Read the full details.
Railway Projects Accelerated in Chhattisgarh's Ambikapur Region
Centre fast-tracks new railway lines in Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh. Track commissioning surged 15 times post-2014. Get the latest updates on connectivity projects.
Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line frequency improves to 12 mins
Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line to reduce wait times to 12 minutes with a new train. BMRCL also orders 6 driverless trainsets for future expansion. Read more.
NHM Staff Protest in Ludhiana Over Unpaid Salaries
Hundreds of NHM employees staged a massive protest at Ludhiana's Civil Surgeon office, demanding release of their two-month overdue salaries. Read about their demands and the administration's response.
New Nashik-Pune Rail Route Avoids GMRT Observatory
Railways unveils revised alignment for Nashik-Pune high-speed corridor, connecting via Shirdi and Chakan. DPR ready, ₹8,970 crore sanctioned for key stretch. Boosts tourism and industry.
Global Rail Network Expands, Backs UN Sustainable Transport Goals
The 2024 Global Rail Sustainability Report highlights railways as central to the UN's sustainable transport decade. Discover how India, China lead growth and rail cuts emissions by 98% vs road.
Punjab Farmers' Rail Roko on Dec 5 Over Electricity Bill
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announces a symbolic 2-hour rail blockade across 19 Punjab districts on December 5. Protest targets Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, prepaid meters, and sale of public assets. Details inside.
Punjab Rail Roko Protest Announced for December 5
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha calls for a statewide rail roko in Punjab on Dec 5, demanding MSP law and debt waiver. Commuters advised to plan travel accordingly.
Chennai Metro Train Halts, Passengers Evacuated
A Chennai Metro train halted abruptly between High Court and Central stations due to a technical issue. Passengers were safely evacuated. Services resumed by 6:20am. Details inside.
Jalandhar sanitation workers protest privatisation of services
Safai karamcharis in Jalandhar staged a protest against the proposed privatisation of sanitation work, fearing job losses. They demand permanent status and oppose contract system.
Telangana CM Seeks Lower Hudco Interest for Key Projects
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy urges Hudco for lower-interest loans to fund Bharat Future City, Metro expansion, and housing. Key meeting ahead of Global Summit.
Railways Promotes Women's Cricket World Cup Champions
Indian Railways promotes three Women's Cricket World Cup champions to Officer on Special Duty posts. Read about this historic recognition for India's sporting heroes.
Koraput-Singapur Road Doubling: Tunnel 35 Breakthrough
East Coast Railway completes 630-meter tunnel with 100% alignment accuracy in Koraput-Singapur doubling project, boosting rail connectivity in southern Odisha. Read more about this infrastructure milestone.
Chennai Flyover Work Postponed for Metro Rail Project
Greater Chennai Corporation postpones Velachery flyover work after CMRL request. The projects overlap by 650m. New construction expected to start in January 2024.
Kochi Train Derailment Causes Major Delays During Weekend Rush
A freight train derailment at Kalamassery yard near Kochi disrupted rail services across Kerala, delaying over 10 trains by 2-3 hours during Friday's peak travel time. Services resumed by evening after safety clearance.
Coimbatore Council Condemns Metro Project Rejection
Coimbatore Municipal Corporation passes resolution condemning Union government for rejecting metro rail project. 88 resolutions approved in heated council meeting with political clashes.
Technocrat to Head Bengaluru Suburban Rail Agency
Railway Board appoints Lakshman Singh as K-RIDE MD for 3 years, bringing technical expertise to Bengaluru's long-awaited suburban rail network development. Follow for updates.
11 killed in China train accident, deadliest in 10 years
A test train in Kunming, China, struck maintenance workers, killing 11. This marks the country's deadliest rail disaster in over a decade. Read the full details and investigation updates.
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