The Centre has sanctioned 38 crucial railway projects worth Rs 89,780 crore for Maharashtra, boosting connectivity and infrastructure. Read about the key routes and economic impact.
The crucial field survey for the Almatti-Kushtagi railway line is finished. The DPR is due by May 2026, promising better connectivity for central & north Karnataka. Read more.
A new 237-km fourth railway line between Itarsi, Bhopal, and Bina, built at Rs 4,329 crore, promises to end delays, boost freight, and spur economic growth in central MP. Discover the impact.
South Western Railway detects over 7.7 lakh ticketless travel cases Jan-Nov 2025, a 10% jump. Bengaluru division sees highest violations. Officials cite increased checks and passenger volume.
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.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Lok Sabha that survey for Pathankot-Jogindernagar gauge conversion is done. DPR is being prepared. He also detailed the massive strategic Bilaspur-Manali-Leh rail project. Read for full details.
The detailed project report for the new Almatti-Kushtagi railway line will be completed in the next five months, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced. The survey work is already finished.
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.
The long-delayed Greater Southern Peripheral Road in Gurgaon gets a push. Land acquisition for the first phase to finish in five months, easing traffic on NH-8. Details inside.
Central Railway converts retired coaches into 24x7 multi-cuisine restaurants at four new stations. 10-year contracts offered to attract major food brands. E-auction on Dec 22.
South Western Railway's Mysuru division reports a major surge in revenue from ticket checking, with Rs 89.4 lakh collected in Nov 2025 alone. Read how intensified enforcement is curbing unauthorized travel.
The Railway Ministry greenlights a crucial Road Over Bridge (ROB) in Bihar's Sonepur-Chhapra section to tackle severe traffic jams. The Rs 124.78 crore project promises better connectivity and safety. Read more.
MP Praveen Patel leads high-level meeting with Railway Board officials to preserve Prayagraj's 165-year-old railway heritage. Key proposals include adaptive reuse and accurate documentation.
Himachal Pradesh's failure to transfer land and pay its share is delaying the Rs 6,753 crore Bhanupalli-Bilaspur-Beri railway line. Get the full details on the project's status and strategic implications.
Sairang Railway Station in Mizoram receives its first direct automobile train, carrying 119 cars. This historic move enhances vehicle availability, cuts road transport reliance, and boosts the state's economy. Discover the impact.
The Kanyakumari District Railway Users' Association urges extension of Mangaluru-Thiruvananthapuram Express to Nagercoil, citing 35 years of passenger hardship. Read the full story.
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.
Chennai's Egmore Railway Station's new G+5 parking on Gandhi Irwin Road will hold 450 vehicles, aiming to decongest the area. Second facility on Poonamallee Road expected by February.
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.
Southern Railway announces special trains & extra coaches from Dec 7-12 to aid passengers affected by IndiGo flight cancellations. Details on routes and schedules inside.
Discover the magic of the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis). Learn where and when to see them, and find out if witnessing this celestial spectacle from India is possible. Plan your ultimate aurora adventure!
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.
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.
Indian Railways deploys 116 extra coaches across 37 trains to manage passenger surge following IndiGo flight cancellations. Southern Railway leads augmentations. Read for details.
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.
Chennai gears up for its second fully air-conditioned suburban train by early 2026 to enhance passenger comfort. However, the first AC service on the Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu route faces low ridership, carrying only 2,800 daily against a 40,000 capacit
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.
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.
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.
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.