The Latest Breaking News from the Railway Board

Railway research arm asked for probe after Shatabdi engine wheel skids on wet rails during emergency braking

New Delhi-Chandigarh Shatabdi Express was recently involved in a cattle run-over incident between Rathdhana and Sonipat in the Northern Railway zone when the loco pilot tried to stop the train using emergency brakes.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Ara derailment: Warning ignored, rules bypassed? Railway Board had flagged the issue 2 weeks earlier, yet officials deployed crew without proper route learning

Ara derailment: The loco pilot of the Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express, which derailed at Bihar’s Ara Junction on September 7, had reportedly not completed the required route learning, according to railway records. The preliminary investigation found that the crew initially overshot a red signal before reversing the train, during which…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

100% family pension and NPS-related benefits: Know who is eligible to get extraordinary pension benefits in Railways

The railway employees' new pension guidelines have been announced, slated for implementation in 2026. These provisions classify both death and disability incidents into four specific categories. Notably, Categories B and D are set to receive enhanced pension benefits under this framework. Additionally, the family pension rates differ considerably according to…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Bengaluru: Railway Board accords in-principle approval for BMRCL's CBTC signalling system

The Railway Board has approved CBTC signalling for BMRCL's Pink Line and Blue Line. This approval is a significant step towards opening the Pink Line for passenger services. The same approval also covers the Blue Line extending to Kempegowda International Airport. BMRCL will now proceed with remaining steps for the…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

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

Railway Ministry declines Defence Ministry's plea to reduce military special train size, charges

The Railway Ministry has turned down the Defence Ministry's plea to reduce the minimum size of military special trains from 30 to 20 wagons. Citing operational constraints, Railways stated that its standard costing is based on 30 wagons, and a reduction wouldn't proportionally cut costs. The Defence Ministry had requested…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

NEET re-exam: Home secretary reviews states' preparedness

Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan reviewed state preparedness for the NEET (UG) re-examination, scheduled for June 21. Amidst allegations of irregularities that led to the May 3 exam's cancellation, the focus is on student convenience, security, and exam integrity. States are urged to facilitate student travel, with the Railway Board…

The Economic Times · Jun 15

Ministry of Railways clears hydrogen fuel cell DEMU for Jind-Sonipat route with safety stipulations

According to an official communication issued by the Railway Board, sanction has been granted for the introduction of a 10-car formation Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based DPRS 1200 KW DEMU coaches with a maximum operational speed of 75 kmph on the dedicated Jind-Sonipat route.

The Economic Times · May 27

Two years on, Railways yet to offer medical aid to parcel staff despite labour commissioner's plea

Private workers loading and unloading railway parcels have waited two and a half years for medical facilities. The Chief Labour Commissioner requested the Railway Board to provide these essential services. Workers often sustain injuries but must pay for their own treatment. Despite appeals, the Railway Board has not responded.

The Economic Times · May 25

Railway Board pulls up zones over poor pace of environmental initiatives, orders fast-track efforts

Indian Railways is pushing for faster execution of environmental projects. The Railway Board has urged all zones to complete these initiatives effectively and on time. This is crucial for achieving the goal of becoming a Net Zero Carbon Emitter by 2030. A significant fund was allocated last year, but progress…

The Economic Times · May 14