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Ashwini Vaishnaw's Rajya Sabha reply sheds light on road-ahead for India's new hydrogen train

India's hydrogen train has run nearly 2,500 km in commercial operations since its launch. This pilot project aims to assess hydrogen propulsion's viability for wider railway network adoption. The train operates on the Jind-Sonipat route and produces no carbon dioxide emissions. Future expansion depends on resource availability and operational feasibility…

The Economic Times

No offers received for Vijayawada Railway Station redevelopment under PPP model: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The initial bid for Vijayawada Railway Station's redevelopment received no response. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha about this development. Fifteen stations are identified for development under the Public-Private Partnership model. The proposal for Vijayawada Station's redevelopment has received approval from PPPAC. Remaining stations are currently in master…

The Economic Times

Indian Railways utilises Rs 1.14 lakh crore, 39% of FY27 budget grant till July: Govt

Indian Railways has utilised more than Rs 1.14 lakh crore, or about 39 per cent of its budget grant for 2026-27, till July 2026, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, while also updating Parliament on the progress of railway safety, infrastructure and capacity enhancement works across the network.

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Trains to go near India-China-Bhutan tri-junction as Bengal fast-tracks land acquisition for key projects near Doklam

The West Bengal government has given the green light for expedited land acquisition for a significant railway initiative. This action will hasten the development of the Chalsa-Naxalbari railway line, a project of strategic importance that will enhance connectivity in the India-China-Bhutan tri-junction area. Following the monsoon, a joint survey by…

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‘77% expect domain importance to increase’: Name.com partners with Lovable and others to embed domain access

Name.com embeds domain registration into the next-generation websites and app-building tools.

TechRadar

Mangalsutra, cash stolen on Rajdhani Express: Consumer Commission orders Railways to pay Rs 80,000; here's why

For theft of mangalsutra, State Bank of India (SBI) passbook and cash in Rajdhani 3AC coach, North Railways ordered to pay Rs 80,000 compensation to husband and wife duo; Know why. This article has the details.

The Economic Times

In 2007, a struggling Japanese railway named a stray calico cat as station master to attract riders, passenger numbers jumped 17%, and the cat later generated over ¥1.1 billion for the town

A struggling Japanese railway appointed a stray cat as station master in 2007. This publicity stunt significantly increased passenger numbers and generated substantial economic benefits. The cat, named Tama, became a beloved figure and a symbol of regional revitalization. Her popularity led to themed trains and merchandise, boosting local businesses.…

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‘Where do we go?’: Jadavpur’s railway hawkers live in fear of the next bulldozer

“Where do we go?” asks Saraswati Naiya, who has spent the last 35 years selling fritters from a small stall on Jadavpur’s railway platform for 35 years. She stares at the empty space where around 40 “illegal” establishments once stood before they were demolished on June 7. More than 300…

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Railways rolls out reform push to speed up projects, boost freight

Indian Railways unveiled reforms to enhance project execution and freight operations. Stricter contractor rules and insurance measures aim to improve construction quality. Industries can now develop new freight wagon designs for operational needs. Containerized transport of fly ash and other goods will reduce pollution. Simplified rules and a new land…

The Economic Times

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off new train services in UP, UK and Maha; announces major rail push

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched new train services connecting Nanded to Mumbai and Tanakpur to Nanded, enhancing connectivity for the Sikh community and other regions. He also announced the extension of the Tanakpur-Pilibhit service to Shahjahanpur. The minister highlighted significant railway development over the past 12 years, including track…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: Odisha meetings, Railway inspection plan and other key developments you should know

The 8th Pay Commission is actively consulting stakeholders across India, recently holding discussions in Bhubaneswar and planning for Kolkata. Notably, the commission intends to conduct firsthand inspections of Indian Railways' operations, including track maintenance, signal work, and train control, to better understand employee working conditions and risks before salary revisions.…

The Economic Times

Railways to allow industries to design wagons as per their specific need

Indian Railways is set to revolutionize freight transport by allowing industries to design wagons tailored to their specific needs. This move aims to attract new cargo streams, boost customer convenience, and increase rail's share in logistics. Following extensive consultations, a new, industry-friendly Wagon Design Policy will be finalized within 15…

The Economic Times

Passengers face a week of rail disruption after fatal Bedford train crash

The crash killed the driver of one of the trains and left around 100 people injured

Evening Standard

Passengers to face rail disruption for a week following fatal train crash

Network Rail said a ‘complex recovery operation’ to remove the damaged trains and carriages from the railway had begun.

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Passenger body urges Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishaw to restore all 7 trains on Pathankot-Kangra line to reduce overcrowding

Commuters in Kangra Valley are urging the Railway Minister to reinstate all seven train services on the Pathankot-Baijnath route, citing severe overcrowding and unsafe travel conditions. Only two pairs of trains have resumed after a four-year suspension due to flood damage. Passengers face perilous journeys, standing at coach doors due…

The Times of India

London train crash: 9 in critical condition, 28 hospitalised after passenger trains collide near Bedford

At least 28 people remain in hospital, nine of them in critical condition, after two East Midlands Railway (EMR) trains collided near Bedford on Friday evening, killing the driver of one of the services.

The Independent UK

King ‘greatly saddened’ after train driver killed and dozens injured after crash

The crash involved two East Midlands Railway (EMR) services.

The National (Scotland)

Train driver killed after major East Midlands Railway collision as 56 injured

A train driver was killed and dozens of others were seriously injured when two passenger trains collided near Bedford in England

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Evening Standard

One dead and dozens seriously injured as two trains collide near Bedford

Footage from the aftermath shows the incident involved two East Midlands Railway (EMR) services.

The Economic Times

RVNL, Railtel Corp, Titagarh Rail, other railway stocks rally up to 4% on Rs 16 lakh crore bullet train plan

Railway stocks including RVNL, Railtel and Titagarh Rail rose up to 4% after the government unveiled a Rs 16 lakh crore plan to develop seven high-speed rail corridors. The ambitious push, including Delhi–Varanasi and Varanasi–Siliguri routes, is expected to boost rail infrastructure and domestic manufacturing.

The Economic Times

Mob disrupts Railway traffic near Patna; police resort to lathi-charge, fire tear gas shells

Railway traffic near Patna was disrupted by a mob alleging insufficient trains for a competitive exam. Police used tear gas and lathi-charge to restore order. The incident occurred at Pataliputra station, affecting train movement. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify those involved. The Deputy Chief Minister expressed regret over…

The Economic Times

Delhi to Siliguri in 6 hours? Railways have a Rs 16 lakh crore bullet train plan to connect major cities

India is embarking on a massive high-speed rail project. Seven dedicated corridors are planned, aiming to slash travel times between major cities. The Delhi-Varanasi and Varanasi-Siliguri routes are key proposals. This initiative will connect western, northern, southern, and eastern India. Indigenous bullet train technology is also advancing, with trial runs…

The Economic Times

IRCTC new website launch date announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw : Faster ticket booking, tatkal booking status, seat choice feature and more

New IRCTC Website launch: Indian Railways is set to launch a revamped IRCTC website by July 15, promising a significantly smoother online ticket booking experience. The upgrade boasts a five-fold increase in booking capacity and a ten-fold jump in enquiry speed. Passengers can anticipate new features like seat choice, a…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: Railway pensioners' body demands one rank one pension, inflation-linked pension revision

Retired railway employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to implement one rank one pension. They also demand a revision of basic pay and increments to combat inflation. The association seeks improved allowances, welfare benefits, and retirement provisions.

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'We are livid and still trying to get all the details': Google Cloud accused of suspending major customer without any warning, leading to major outage

Railway takes ownership of outage, but says “a temporary loss of service” was caused by Google Cloud “incorrectly placing our account in a suspended status.”

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