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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

India's first direct commercial container freight train reaches Nepal, opening new chapter in cross-border trade and connectivity

The Indian Railways on Tuesday achieved a major milestone in strengthening India-Nepal freight connectivity with the successful operation of the first-ever direct commercial container freight train from Kolkata Port to Biratnagar Customs Yard, Nepal.

The Economic Times

Absence of train ticket alone cannot defeat railway-accident claim: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that a missing train ticket does not bar compensation for accident victims. This decision strengthens passenger rights and awards compensation to a widow. The court emphasized a liberal interpretation of the Railways Act as beneficial legislation. It also highlighted the railways' duty and passenger responsibility for…

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Why Railways had to pay 10 times the ticket price as compensation to 4 passengers travelling: 'Mental, physical & economic harassment...'

A consumer court in Bihar has held the Indian Railways responsible for failing to provide confirmed reserved berths to passengers after four travellers were allegedly forced to stand throughout their journey. The court ordered the railways to pay compensation for the harassment caused. The passengers, who had booked confirmed tickets…

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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,…

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Three children killed after train rams into school bus in India

Railway officials say a level crossing gatekeeper has been arrested for negligence

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Jharkhand: 2 killed, 4 injured as goods trains collide head-on in Sahebganj

The goods trains and the track both belong to the NTPC. It has nothing to do with the Indian Railways. Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘Confused response,’ ‘attempted cover-up:’ Editorials on aftermath of Delhi stampede

As the Indian Railways mulls a slew of measures for better crowd management in the wake of at least 18 people being killed in a stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on February 15, the Opposition has trained its guns at the government for its “negligence.”

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In unusual move, Railways gives Rs 1.99 crore total in cash to victims of Delhi stampede

Authorities from the Indian Railways distributed large quantities of cash outside the mortuaries of three Delhi hospitals to family members of victims killed in Saturday night’s stampede.

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NDLS Stampede: Confusion over two Prayagraj-bound trains, delays led to chaos

The announcement that the Prayagraj Special would arrive at Platform 16 created panic among passengers who were waiting for the Prayagraj Express at Platform 14. Read further on Dynamite News:

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NDLS Stampede: Condolences pour in on the tragic loss of 18 lives

A compensation of Rs 10 lakh by the Indian Railways was announced to the families of the deceased who lost their lives in the stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian Railways clarifies on 'misleading' reports on free travel during 'Maha Kumbh'

The Indian Railways has categorically denied all reports claiming that passengers will be allowed to travel for free during the 'Maha Kumbh Mela', calling all such reports as "baseless and misleading". Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian Railways to run special trains across country on Chhath Puja

Indian Railways is running special trains across the country to ensure the safe travel of passengers. Read further on Dynamite News:

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PM Modi flags off 6 Vande Bharat trains virtually

Six Vande Bharat trains entered the Indian Railways fleet on Sunday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the trains from Tatanagar in Jharkhand. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Janata Khana | Indian Railways’ affordable meal scheme now available on platforms of seven Karnataka stations

Indian Railways introduces Janata Khana affordable economy meals on station platforms to cater to the needs of common travelers.

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SC appreciates Indian Railways on steps taken to implement 'Kavach' system to prevent accidents

The Supreme Court has appreciated the steps taken by Indian Railways for the implementation of anti-collision systems, including 'Kavach', to prevent accidents. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

International Women’s Day: All-woman crew operate Rajya Rani Express from Mysuru to Bengaluru

Rajya Rani Express operated by all-woman crew in Mysuru to Bengaluru to celebrate International Women’s Day 2024.

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Freight train runs 70 km from J&K to Punjab ‘without driver’, probe ordered

A diesel locomotive-hauled freight train travelled more than 70 kilometres from Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua to a village in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur district without its drivers, officials said.

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Banihal-Sangaldan section of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link to open on February 20

The Indian Railways will start train services on the Banihal-Khari-Sumber-Sangaldan section, a 48.1-kilometre-long significant segment of the country’s most ambitious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, on February 20.

The Hindu

Doctor among 2 booked in Navi Mumbai for cheating farmer with job promise

The Navi Mumbai police have registered a case against a doctor and his associate for allegedly cheating a 32-year-old farmer of ₹25,000 by promising to get him a job in the Indian Railways, an official said.

The Hindu

Contract Railway employee arrested for sexually assaulting U.K. tourist on train

The Railway Police in the city on Saturday arrested a contract employee of the Indian Railways for sexually assaulting a 30-year-old woman traveller from the United Kingdom on Hampi Express between Hosapete and Bengaluru on Wednesday. The accused took advantage of her sickness, offered help, and sexually assaulted her, according…

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Medical care on India’s trains is running late, with passengers at risk | Explained

The Indian Railways must address medical emergencies for its high passenger throughput, but current provisions are inadequate. Importantly, the medical kits onboard many moving trains still contain items defined by a 1995 standard, rather than the latest 2017 standard.

The Hindu

Railways tightens RTI norms days after revealing the cost of PM selfie points

The Indian Railways has tightened norms for Zonal Railways furnishing information under the RTI Act after a controversy over cost of selfie points installed at railway stations.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Lok Sabha passes Telecom Bill 2023, to replace 138-year-old Indian Telegraph Act; India will ‘definitely look into’ any information on alleged Pannun assassination attempt, says PM Modi, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on December 21, 2023

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Railways overcome major tunnelling hurdle in Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project

A substantial hurdle, which was delaying work in the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, was overcome after the Indian Railways achieved a breakthrough in a three kilometre-long tunnel in the Jammu section of the project on Wednesday.

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