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.
Chandigarh Govt Museum to Undergo ₹5.5 Crore Modernization
The Government Museum and Art Gallery in Chandigarh is set for a major ₹5.5 crore upgrade. The project includes new galleries, a cafeteria, and improved facilities to enhance visitor experience.
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.
Yogi Govt Sanctions Rs 9.8 Cr for 14 District Hospitals
CM Yogi Adityanath allocates Rs 9.8 crore to upgrade 14 district hospitals in UP, enhancing diagnostic facilities in rural areas. Read how this move supports Viksit UP 2047.
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.
India to Pitch for Su-57, S-500 in Modi-Putin Meeting
India plans to discuss acquiring advanced Su-57 fighter jets and S-500 missile defence systems with Russia during PM Modi's visit. Key talks aim to bolster air power.
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.
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.
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's Massive Roof Plaza Reshapes Travel
Nagpur Railway Station's ambitious 5,600 sq m elevated concourse will ease crowding with food courts, retail outlets, and direct platform access. Discover how this engineering marvel will create an airport-like experience for thousands of daily passengers
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.
₹4,500 Crore Investment for SCL Mohali Upgrade
Indian government allocates ₹4,500 crore to modernize Semiconductor Laboratory in Mohali, aiming for 100x production boost and supporting chip startups.
Army Chief Outlines Transformation Plan for Future-Ready Force
General Manoj Pande unveils comprehensive strategy to modernize Indian Army. Focus on technology, jointness & organizational reforms. Read about the future roadmap.
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.
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.
Air India Pays ₹60 Crore Compensation to Crash Victims
Air India has distributed ₹60 crore compensation for 230 victims of the June 12 crash. CEO Campbell Wilson reveals fleet modernization delays and operational challenges facing the Tata-backed carrier.
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.
3 Smallcaps Benefiting from Railway Modernization
Discover 3 smallcap companies with strong order books and growing profits as Indian Railways accelerates modernization, electrification and safety upgrades. Investment insights included.
Railways Seeks Record ₹2.76 Trillion Budget for FY27
Indian Railways plans record ₹2.76 trillion capital expenditure in FY27 for modernization, Vande Bharat trains expansion, and safety upgrades. Learn how this will transform India's rail infrastructure.
Railway GM Reviews Coimbatore Station Upgrades
Southern Railway GM R N Singh inspected developmental works at Coimbatore, Podanur & Coimbatore North stations. Review included passenger amenities & Amrit Bharat Scheme progress.
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