The Latest Breaking News from Northern Railway

Indian Railways wants zero alcohol in loco pilots' blood, but what if tests detect traces without drinking? The rule under review

The Railway Board is yet to decide whether loco pilots should face disciplinary action when blood tests detect very low alcohol levels despite negative breathalyser results. The issue came under scrutiny after the 2025 Bilaspur train collision, in which 12 people died. Railway medical officials and the Commissioner of Railway…

The Economic Times · 23h ago

Railways' Big Kashmir Plan: New warehouses near Anantnag & Pampore stations to help apple growers and saffron traders reach bigger markets

Northern Railway has invited tenders to develop warehouses near Anantnag and Pampore railway stations in Kashmir under its Cargo Related Facility policy. The facilities, along with a proposed warehouse at Bari Brahmana near Jammu, aim to improve storage, reduce transportation costs and support apple growers and saffron traders.

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Delhi train update: Cancelled or running normally today? Railways clarifies status for October 11 amid ECI protest-related concerns

Northern Railway has announced that train services will operate as per their normal schedules on October 11, following cancellations and rescheduling on October 9 and 10 amid security arrangements for the CJP's planned protest in Delhi. Several trains, including the Rajdhani Express and August Kranti Express, faced cancellations or delays…

The Economic Times · Oct 11

Weather Jammu Today, July 28, 2026: Rain alert for Jammu, Srinagar, Katra and Udhampur, check latest updates

Jammu and Kashmir anticipates cloudy skies and moderate rainfall across several regions. Northern Railway has initiated special train services to aid stranded tourists and pilgrims. These trains offer a safe travel alternative amid ongoing road disruptions and landslides. Over fifteen hundred passengers have utilized these special train services for their…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Jewellery stolen from reserved 3AC coach passengers while sleeping: Northern Railway ordered to pay Rs 80,000 as no attendant was present; theft on New Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express

Passengers travelling in a reserved 3AC coach on a New Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express lost jewellery while they were asleep, after unauthorised persons allegedly entered the coach. The consumer commission held Northern Railway responsible for deficiency in service due to the absence of a coach attendant and ordered compensation of Rs…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Railways Explains Viral Train Puja Video, Says It Was Held in ₹3 Lakh Private Saloon Coach

A video showing a religious ceremony inside a moving train has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread curiosity and debate over whether such rituals are permitted on Indian Railways.

Whats Hot · Jul 13

India's first hydrogen train to roll out on July 17, regular service date awaited

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first hydrogen train on July seventeenth. This new train will travel eighty-nine kilometers between Jind and Sonipat in two hours. The hydrogen train will make stops at twelve intermediate stations along its route. Regular passenger service commencement date is yet to be…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Trains Cancelled Till April 26 Check Your Route Now

Imagine reaching the station ticket in hand, bags packed Only to hear your train isn’t coming. No warning. No clear announcement. Just confusion. Right now, thousands of passengers across Bihar are facing this reality as major disruptions hit Indian Railways. Between April 18 and April 26, several trains are cancelled,…

MyLifeXP · Apr 21

India’s trains are running on luck? RTI points to rampant drunk train driving

Imagine you are sitting in a taxi and suddenly realise the driver is drunk. You can shout, stop the car, or step out. But on a train, you don’t have that choice, with no control over the train engine and no way to know who is driving it or what…

Newslaundry · Nov 20, 2025

Shimla introduces holiday special train for Christmas and New Year

The north Indian hill town, Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, has been abuzz with activity as Northern Railway introduced. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 20, 2024