Railways Expend Over Rs 1 Lakh Crore on Safety Measures Between 2017-2018 and 2021-22 Introduction: The Indian Railways, one of the largest railway networks in the world, has been making significant investments in enhancing safety measures. According to recent reports, the Railways has expended over Rs 1 lakh crore between 2017-2018 and 2021-22 on various…
India’s First Deluxe Train “Deccan Queen” Completes 93 Years of Service The Deccan Queen, India’s first deluxe train, has completed an impressive 93 years of service. This iconic train holds a special place in the hearts of millions of passengers who have travelled on it since its inception. Known for its comfort, efficiency, and rich…
Indian Railways Hands Over 20 Broad Gauge Locomotives to Bangladesh Indian Railways recently marked a significant milestone by handing over 20 broad gauge locomotives to Bangladesh. This development has not only strengthened the bilateral ties between the two nations but also opened new avenues for cooperation in the field of transportation and trade. The initiative…
PM Modi Launches Railway Projects, Methanol Plant in Assam On 7th February 2021, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched several railway projects and laid the foundation stone of a methanol plant in Dibrugarh, Assam. The railway projects aim to improve the railway infrastructure in the state and enhance connectivity to the Northeast region. The projects launched…
India’s First Semi-High Speed Regional Rail Service named “RapidX” India’s first semi-high speed regional rail service, called RapidX, has been launched by the Indian Railways. It will operate between Chennai and Nellore at a top speed of 130 km/hr, providing faster and smoother travel to passengers. The new service is part of the Indian government’s…
Vande Bharat trains : PM Narendra Modi flagged off two new Vande Bharat trains from Mumbai On 17th April 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off two new Vande Bharat trains, which will run between Mumbai and Varanasi and Mumbai and Delhi respectively. The new Vande Bharat trains were inaugurated at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj…
Indian Railways : Indian Railways introduces “Garvi Gujarat” tour under “Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat” Scheme to showcase heritage of Gujarat Indian Railways has launched the “Garvi Gujarat” tour package under the “Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat” scheme. The tour will showcase the rich cultural and historical heritage of Gujarat to the tourists. The 5-day tour will…
Naresh Lalwani Central Railway | He Takes charge as General Manager of Central Railway Naresh Lalwani has taken over as the new General Manager of Central Railway. He assumed the charge from his predecessor Alok Kansal on April 22, 2023. Lalwani is an officer of the Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) and has…
Indian Railways Ideal Train Profile Launches to Maximize Seat Utilization Indian Railways has launched an Ideal Train Profile (ITP) to increase seat utilization and provide a better travel experience to passengers. The ITP will be implemented on select trains, starting with the Howrah-Puri Duronto Express and the Chennai-Mysuru Shatabdi Express. Under the ITP, trains will…
Varanasi Railway Station Cleanliness Achieves 5-Star Rating Varanasi Cantt Railway Station, one of the busiest railway stations in India, has achieved a 5-star rating for its cleanliness and hygiene standards. The rating was awarded by the Indian Railways’ station cleanliness survey, which evaluates the cleanliness of railway stations across the country. The station has improved…
