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Man takes off pants to show piles surgery wound after boss refused leave. He still didn’t approve it
Railway workers and netizens have demanded strict action against the senior official. Loco staff association leader called the behaviour 'shameful,' noting that railway staff work round the clock to ensure trains run safely yet remain vulnerable to such treatment from the administration.
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Nine railway divisions sign pacts with Army organisations to hire ex-servicemen as pointsmen
The ministry stated Indian Railways and the Indian Army have introduced a 'Framework of Cooperation' to expand post-retirement employment for Agniveers and Army personnel transitioning to civilian life.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw signals new track for innovation with 'Rail Tech portal' launch
The Union Minister unveiled both the 'rail tech' portal and a citizen-centric reform service that will help dispose railway claims tribunal cases.
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Cabinet okays Rs 12,236-crore boost with rail line additions, Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2B and Srinagar terminal
Cabinet Decision: Urban transport also received a push, with the Cabinet approving the extension of Phase 2B of the Ahmedabad Metro project at a cost of Rs 1,067 crore to improve connectivity in the city.
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Centre approves three rail line expansion projects worth Rs 9,072 crore
Indian Railways News: The projects have been planned under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan, with a focus on improving multi-modal connectivity and logistics efficiency through integrated planning and stakeholder consultations.
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Indian Railways overhauls train cleanliness rules: Here is what will change
Indian Railways News: Initially, 80 trains have been identified for implementation of the reform. Based on the experience and feedback, the system will be extended to other trains across the network.
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‘Paid for Comfort’: Passenger slams AC train travel after being forced to hold children for 5 hours
A passenger criticised the situation on Indian Railways after being told to co-operate and share space despite having confirmed 3rd AC reservations.
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Cabinet approves three multi-tracking railway projects between Kasara-Manmad, Delhi-Ambala and Ballari-Hosapete
"The increased line capacity will significantly enhance mobility, resulting in improved operational efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways," the government said in a statement on Saturday.
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‘First you take a drink…then the drink takes you’: Bombay HC denies rail compensation to passenger over four pegs
The ruling by Justice Jitendra Jain held that the bar on compensation under the Railways Act, 1989 applies where injury results from acts committed in a state of intoxication.
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First direct passenger train launched between Silchar in Assam and Sairang in Mizoram
India launches its first direct passenger train between Silchar in Assam and Sairang in Mizoram in 2026, boosting Northeast connectivity, trade, tourism and economic integration under the Act East Policy.
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Indian Railways to run over 1,400 Holi special trains in March: Check details
Indian Railways to operate over 1,400 Holi special trains in March 2026 to manage festive rush. Check zone-wise details, routes, facilities and travel updates.
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Indian Railways draws up new plans to enhance rail connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir border areas
Indian Railways News: The update comes close on the heels of the commissioning of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a 272-km strategic railway corridor connecting the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the Indian Railways network.
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Indian Railways charging full fare to RAC passengers ‘not justified’: Parliamentary panel
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC), in its report 'Punctuality and Travel Time in Train Operations in Indian Railways' tabled in Parliament, said that 'charging full fare for tickets under RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation), where the ticket holder continues in the RAC category after chart preparation without a berth facility, is not justified'
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No plan to close Ernakulam loco shed, facility to be upgraded: Ashwini Vaishnaw to Kerala CM
The union minister told the Kerala CM that the facility remains essential for the operational needs of the Thiruvananthapuram and Palakkad Railway Divisions, where it continues to maintain diesel locomotives and critical breakdown vehicles for the region, it said
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Why India is fortifying Siliguri’s ‘Chicken’s Neck’ corridor with underground rail
Indian Railways: NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava and Chief Administrative Officer (Construction) Hitendra Goyal said the underground stretch would run between Tin Mile Haat and Rangapani railway stations in West Bengal.
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Special trains to run between Katra-Srinagar to ease passenger rush – full schedule and timings you need to know
Northern Railway announces special trains between Katra and Srinagar on February 3-4 to ease passenger rush amid snowfall. Check full schedule, timings, stoppages, and travel tips for smooth journeys.
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High speed rail will be based on Indian technology and Indian coaches: Nirmala Sitharaman
The Finance Minister proposed high-speed rail links between Mumbai–Pune, Pune–Hyderabad, Hyderabad–Bengaluru, Hyderabad–Chennai, Chennai–Bengaluru, Delhi–Varanasi and Varanasi–Siliguri.
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Mumbai–Pune, Chennai–Bengaluru, Bengaluru–Hyderabad, Delhi–Varanasi, Varanasi–Siliguri: High-speed rail travel times unveiled
Indian Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw said high-speed rail projects will dramatically cut travel time between major Indian cities.
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Automatic train protection system Kavach commissioned on 472-km route: Railways
The newly commissioned sections include Vadodara-Virar (344 km) on Western Railway, Tuglakabad Junction Cabin-Palwal (35 km) on Northern Railway and Manpur-Sarmatanr (93.3 km) on East Central Railway.
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Vande Bharat Express cuts through snow in Kashmir during fresh snowfall | Watch
Vande Bharat News: The video, now widely circulating online, shows the orange-and-grey Vande Bharat train emerging from the distance with its headlights on, moving steadily along tracks buried under thick layers of snow.
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Fare calculation method a 'trade secret', cannot be revealed: Railways on RTI appeal
According to a reply from the Railway Board, ticket fares are structured according to travel class with differences reflecting the facilities and services offered in each category.
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Why Vande Bharat Sleeper could help travellers skip hotel stays
Vande Bharat News: By offering late-night departures and early-morning arrivals on routes spanning 600–900 kilometres, the Vande Bharat Sleeper enables passengers to avoid booking a hotel room altogether.
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After toilet etiquette plea, Indian Railway official’s fresh message for Vande Bharat Sleeper passengers
Indian Railways News: Chief Project Manager of Indian Railways Ananth Rupanagudi, responding to criticism over his earlier remarks, said he was “pleasantly surprised” by the wide response his post received on social media platform X.
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Vande Bharat sleeper vs flights: Can India’s new train change short-haul travel?
Vande Bharat Sleeper News: The Vande Bharat Sleeper Express will feature ergonomically designed cushioned berths, advanced suspension systems for smoother rides, noise-reduction technology, automatic doors with vestibules, and a modern Passenger Information System.
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Vande Bharat Sleeper to run without RAC, fares set higher than Rajdhani
Passengers will also have to pay a minimum fare equivalent to a 400-km journey, irrespective of the actual distance travelled.
