Odisha Auto Driver Offers Free Rides to Hospital for Poor
Binod Lohar, an autorickshaw driver in Baripada, provides free daily rides to the medical college for the poor, elderly, and disabled, inspiring the community with his selfless service.
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Railways to Double Train Capacity in Major Cities
Indian Railways unveils a massive 5-year plan to double train capacity in major cities, focusing on track tripling and quadrupling. Key routes in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai set for major upgrades.
Southern Railway to Install More Barricades After Varkala Mishap
After a Vande Bharat train collided with an autorickshaw near Varkala, Southern Railway plans more barricades to prevent track trespassing. Read about the safety measures and public concerns.
India's First Elevated Railway Terminal Proposed in Yelahanka
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
Vande Bharat Driver's Alertness Prevents Railway Tragedy
A major accident was averted in Kerala after the loco pilot of Vande Bharat Express spotted an autorickshaw on the track. Read how his quick action saved lives.
India's 220 kmph Rail Test Track Ready by March 2026
India's first dedicated high-speed rail test track, a 64-km facility in Rajasthan, is on track for completion by March 2026. It will enable testing at 220 kmph, positioning India as a global hub for rolling stock validation. Read more!
Buxar Station to Become Major Junction with Rs 30 Lakh Upgrade
Buxar railway station, Bihar's gateway, is undergoing a major Rs 30 lakh upgrade to add two new platforms and modernise tracks. This will boost train handling capacity and improve connectivity to Patna and Ghazipur.
India's 220 kmph Rail Test Track Ready by March 2026
Indian Railways' first dedicated high-speed test track, costing Rs 967 crore, is set for completion by March 2026. Located near Jaipur, it will enable train testing at 220 kmph. Read more.
Railway Board Official Inspects Varanasi's Banaras Station
Railway Board EDCC Shailendra Singh inspected Banaras Railway Station, directing staff on maintenance, future development, and commercial management. Read the full report.
Mumbai: Burqa-clad auto driver beaten over rumour
A Mumbai autorickshaw driver wearing a burqa was assaulted by locals who mistook him for a child-lifter. Police confirm rumours are baseless and warn against spreading fake news.
Woman dies, 5 hurt as auto overturns in Gandhinagar
Aarti Patwa (22) died after an autorickshaw overturned near Randheja. The family was returning from a temple visit. Police have filed a case against the driver.
Ferozepur: Schoolboy Dies as Auto Overturns Near Zira
A tragic accident near Zira, Ferozepur, claims the life of a 14-year-old student and leaves another critical. The auto overturned while avoiding a speeding vehicle. Read the full report.
Railway Safety Check in Varanasi During Foggy Weather
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Student, Unidentified Man Killed Crossing Tracks in Tiruvallur
A 17-year-old pharmacy student and an unidentified man died after being hit by trains near Kadambathur station. Locals blame lack of safe crossing despite decade-long demands.
8 Injured as Auto Hits Pedestrian, Overturns in Mettur
Eight people, including six women, were injured when an autorickshaw overturned after hitting a pedestrian near Nehru Nagar church in Mettur. All victims hospitalized. Mettur police registered a case.
38 Railway Projects Worth Rs 89,780 Crore Sanctioned for Maharashtra
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.
Pune: Auto Driver Attacks Bus Driver With Iron Rod
Wanowrie police hunt autorickshaw driver & 2 women after a violent assault on a minibus driver near Racecourse. The victim suffered facial & leg injuries. Details inside.
Almatti-Kushtagi rail survey complete, DPR by May 2026
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.
SWR Ticketless Travel Up 10%, Bengaluru Division Tops List
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.
Dharwad: Woman preparing for govt jobs dies by suicide
Pallavi Kaggal, 25, died after jumping onto a railway track in Dharwad. The BCom graduate had been preparing for competitive exams for four years. Students protest as police investigate.
DPR Soon for Pathankot-Jogindernagar Rail Gauge Conversion
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.
Almatti-Kushtagi Railway DPR by May 2026
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.
Railway Coach Restaurants Expand to Nagpur, Wardha, Pandhurna, Betul
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.
Mysuru Railway Revenue Up 21% in Ticket Checking Drive
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.
MP, Heritage Activists Push to Save Prayagraj's Historic Railway Buildings
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 delays land transfer, funds for key rail project
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.
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.
Pune auto driver arrested 5 months after fatal hit-and-run
Baner police nab autorickshaw driver from Uttar Pradesh for hitting a senior citizen and abandoning him. The victim later died. Read the full investigation details.
Five minors apprehended for murder in Delhi's Sabzi Mandi
Five minors aged 15-18 apprehended for allegedly murdering a man in northwest Delhi. The victim, a known criminal, involved them in petty crimes. Read the full investigation details.
Senior citizen killed in Khar auto accident during morning walk
Kubrabano Mansoori, 65, was fatally run over by an autorickshaw during her dawn walk in Khar. Police have registered an FIR against the driver. Read the full details.
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