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Indian Railways To Scrap Baby Berth Project? Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Says This

Indian Railways To Scrap Baby Berth Project? Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Says This

When asked about the government's plan to install baby berth seats in all trains, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha that the pilot project revealed problems faced by the

Aug 02, 2024, 18:25 PM IST
With Rail Accidents On A Rise, Centre Increases Track Renewal Budget By Rs 825 Crore

With Rail Accidents On A Rise, Centre Increases Track Renewal Budget By Rs 825 Crore

The finance ministry also allocated Rs 12,725.76 crore for repair and maintenance materials this time compared to Rs 11,833.13 crore last year. 

Jul 23, 2024, 16:11 PM IST
Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express Accident: Multiple Coaches Derailed Near Gonda; 3 Dead, 30 Injured

Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express Accident: Multiple Coaches Derailed Near Gonda; 3 Dead, 30 Injured

Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express Accident: The train was enroute to Dibrugarh. A contingent of army jawans has reached to help the local administration for rescue operation. 

Jul 18, 2024, 15:48 PM IST
Missed Your Train Due To  Route Diversion? You Can Get Compensation Of Up To Rs 10,000 From Indian Railways; Know How

Missed Your Train Due To Route Diversion? You Can Get Compensation Of Up To Rs 10,000 From Indian Railways; Know How

The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission directed IRCTC, Chandigarh, and Indian Railways through the Railway Station Manager at Chandigarh to refund Rs 477.70 and a compensation of Rs

Jul 14, 2024, 11:28 AM IST
Hathras Stampede: Multiple Trains To Have Special Stoppages To Ensure Return Of 3,000 Satsang Attendees, Says Indian Railways

Hathras Stampede: Multiple Trains To Have Special Stoppages To Ensure Return Of 3,000 Satsang Attendees, Says Indian Railways

Several trains have been granted special stoppages at Sikandar Rau station to facilitate the smooth return of passengers.   

Jul 03, 2024, 13:38 PM IST
Delhi Metro To open Its Phase 4 Priority Corridors By 2026: Details

Delhi Metro To open Its Phase 4 Priority Corridors By 2026: Details

In a post on X, DMRC said that over 50 per cent of the work on these corridors has been completed.   

Jun 30, 2024, 18:46 PM IST
Railways To Invest Rs 1 lakh Crore In Odisha In Next 5 years, Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces

Railways To Invest Rs 1 lakh Crore In Odisha In Next 5 years, Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces

Aswini Vaishnaw said that the allocation to Odisha in the railway budget has been enhanced from Rs 800 crore during the UPA government tenure to over Rs 10,000 crore during Modi government.  

Jun 30, 2024, 15:52 PM IST
78 Trains Cancelled, 36 Diverted Between Hyderabad and New Delhi; Check List

78 Trains Cancelled, 36 Diverted Between Hyderabad and New Delhi; Check List

Due to the ongoing third-line construction between the Kazipet and Balharshah sections, 78 trains have been cancelled, and 36 trains have been rerouted to alternative routes.  

Jun 27, 2024, 15:54 PM IST
78 Trains Cancelled, 36 Diverted Between Hyderabad and New Delhi; Check Full List

78 Trains Cancelled, 36 Diverted Between Hyderabad and New Delhi; Check Full List

Due to the ongoing third-line construction between the Kazipet and Balharshah sections, 78 trains have been cancelled, and 36 trains have been rerouted to alternative routes.  

Jun 27, 2024, 15:52 PM IST
Why Has Indian Railways Decided To Reduce Speed Of Vande Bharat And Gatiman Express -- Explained

Why Has Indian Railways Decided To Reduce Speed Of Vande Bharat And Gatiman Express -- Explained

According to media reports, this decision--on reducing train speed-- follows a proposal from the North Central Railway to the Railway Board.   

Jun 26, 2024, 14:22 PM IST
 IRCTC Breaks Myths; Account holders Can Book E- Tickets For Others With Different Surnames

IRCTC Breaks Myths; Account holders Can Book E- Tickets For Others With Different Surnames

IRCTC spokesperson said that The news in circulation on social media about restriction in booking of e-tickets due to different surname is false and misleading.  

Jun 25, 2024, 19:46 PM IST
Indian Railways To Implement Kavach Safety System Across 44,000 Km In 5 Years

Indian Railways To Implement Kavach Safety System Across 44,000 Km In 5 Years

The Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has directed officials to expedite the implementation of the Kavach system across Indian Railways.  

Jun 25, 2024, 18:24 PM IST
Good News For Train Commuters! Indian Railways Announces 16 Special Trains; Check Full List

Good News For Train Commuters! Indian Railways Announces 16 Special Trains; Check Full List

The Northern Railway has identified five special trains to manage the summer rush.   

Jun 25, 2024, 15:26 PM IST
 Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Evaluates Passenger Amenities And Safety Features: Details

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Evaluates Passenger Amenities And Safety Features: Details

To improve the food quality, the IRCTC and its agencies are upgrading the base kitchens at 1,000 locations.   

Jun 24, 2024, 20:57 PM IST
 Railway Minister Reviews Ashwini Vaishnaw Kavach 4.0, Directs Installation In Mission Mode When Ready

Railway Minister Reviews Ashwini Vaishnaw Kavach 4.0, Directs Installation In Mission Mode When Ready

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reviewed the progress of the advanced version of the Automatic Train Protection System (ATP) Kavach 4.0   

Jun 24, 2024, 17:12 PM IST
Bihar Cabinet Approves Metro Projects In Four More Cities:Details

Bihar Cabinet Approves Metro Projects In Four More Cities:Details

In a cabinet meeting chaired by Nitish Kumar, approval was given to metro projects in Muzaffarpur, Gaya, Darbhanga and Bhagalpur.  

Jun 20, 2024, 19:34 PM IST
 Indian Railways Conduct Trial Run On World's Highest Chenab Rail Bridge

Indian Railways Conduct Trial Run On World's Highest Chenab Rail Bridge

Indian Railways on Thursday conducted a successful trial run on the newly constructed Chenab Rail Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge.  

Jun 20, 2024, 17:48 PM IST
People With Unconfirmed Train Tickets To Be Deboarded Forcefully By RPF? Congress Slams Indian Railways Minister

People With Unconfirmed Train Tickets To Be Deboarded Forcefully By RPF? Congress Slams Indian Railways Minister

Indian Railways Ticket Crisis: The situation has become so grim that those with confirmed seats faced difficulty in getting or using their berths.

Jun 18, 2024, 20:47 PM IST
West Bengal Train Accident: 19 Trains Cancelled After Tragic Incident; Check Full List

West Bengal Train Accident: 19 Trains Cancelled After Tragic Incident; Check Full List

At least 15 people have lost their lives, and dozens have been injured in the tragic West Bengal train accident.  

Jun 17, 2024, 16:37 PM IST