In anticipation of the MahaKumbh Mela 2025, Indian Railways has initiated several special measures to manage the massive crowds expected at railway stations and surrounding areas. Key Features and Arrangements by Indian Railways ‘Ticket Aapke Dwar’ Initiative Expected Crowd and Event Details Key Bathing Dates (Shahi Snan) Security and Surveillance Measures Intensive Checking Campaign Key … Read more
Indian Railways is all set to introduce a new Kalka to Shimla Vistadome Express, designed to offer passengers a luxurious travel experience along the UNESCO World Heritage rail route. The new train, inspired by Switzerland’s Glacier Express, was showcased by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who shared a captivating video of its beautifully designed coaches. Enhancing … Read more
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conducted an inspection of the advanced Vande Bharat 2.0 sleeper trains under production at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. Accompanied by ICF General Manager U Subba Rao, the minister reviewed various manufacturing divisions, including sleeper coaches, pantry cars, and the furnishing section. Highlights of Vande Bharat 2.0 Trains … Read more
In a major boost to urban transportation and infrastructure development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a series of key projects in Delhi on Sunday. These projects, valued at over ₹12,200 crore, are expected to significantly enhance connectivity and ease travel for millions of residents in the National Capital Region … Read more
In a major boost to rail connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Railways has announced the launch of new train services between Jammu and Srinagar, including a Vande Bharat Express and two mail/express trains. The highlight of this announcement is the Vande Bharat train, which will cover the distance between Jammu and Srinagar in … Read more
The Indian Railways has announced the cancellation of approximately 70 train services on January 2, 2025, primarily due to scheduled maintenance work and operational adjustments. This decision affects various routes across the country, including several significant connections such as Rohtak-New Delhi, Varanasi-Lucknow, and Tirupati-Katpadi. The cancellation notice underscores the importance of passengers verifying the status … Read more