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  Good news for travellers: Indian Railways plans to double train capacity in major cities; check list

  India | December 26, 2025 23:43 IST

  Indian Railways has announced a major expansion plan to double the originating capacity of trains in the country's biggest cities by 2030. The project aims to add terminals, enhance maintenance facilities, upgrade signalling systems and strengthen suburban as well as long-distance networks.

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  Mumbai locals hit as 350 Western Railway trains to remain cancelled daily between Dec 26-29

  Maharashtra | December 24, 2025 23:10 IST

  Western Railway will cancel 320 to 350 local trains daily from December 26 to 29 for the sixth-line construction between Kandivli and Borivli. The major block is part of MUTP and aims to improve suburban train movement. Work will continue until January 18, 2026.

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  Railways to make OTP mandatory for Tatkal tickets booked at reservation counters | Details

  India | December 03, 2025 15:38 IST

  A recent announcement stated that OTP verification system will soon be introduced at all reservation counters for the remaining trains. Passengers must provide a mobile number when booking Tatkal tickets, and booking will be confirmed only after they successfully verify the OTP sent to that number.

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  Railways cancel 24 trains across India amid foggy weather conditions, check full list

  India | November 18, 2025 20:57 IST

  A total of 24 trains have been cancelled on routes across states due to foggy weather conditions. The cancellations will come into effect from December 1. Red below to know the complete list of trains cancelled.

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  Chhath Puja: Railways to run additional trains under North Eastern Zone for travel rush

  India | October 22, 2025 22:08 IST

  Chhath Puja 2025: Indian Railways continues to serve as a crucial lifeline for millions of passengers during the festive season. To meet the surge in travel demand, more than 12,000 special trains are scheduled across the country between October 1 and November 30, 2025.

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  Railways probe viral video alleging 'reuse of food containers' on Amrit Bharat Express train

  India | October 19, 2025 17:24 IST

  During the inquiry, authorities recorded statements from the vendor and onboard staff, who clarified that the disposable food containers were intended for single use only. They explained that the trays were cleaned before being discarded to maintain hygiene in the service area.

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  Indian Railways to crack down on social media handles sharing misleading videos

  Business | October 18, 2025 22:40 IST

  At the same time, Indian Railways is reinforcing its digital systems and enhancing data security measures.

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  Rajasthan to get 2 new Vande Bharat Express trains: Delhi to Jodhpur in 8 hours starting this date

  Business | September 20, 2025 13:30 IST

  Vande Bharat Express trains: The upcoming semi-high-speed Vande Bharat trains will be operated and maintained by the North Western Railway zone, which is also establishing a state-of-the-art maintenance depot near Bhagat Ki Kothi Station in Jodhpur.

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  Ahmednagar Railway Station renamed as 'Ahilyanagar' in tribute to Ahilyabai Holkar in Maharashtra

  Maharashtra | September 17, 2025 7:06 IST

  The Maharashtra government, after receiving approval from the Union Home Ministry, had issued a notification earlier to rename the Ahmednagar railway station as Ahilyanagar. This move followed an earlier decision by the state to rename Ahmednagar district as Ahilyanagar district.

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  Mizoram development push: PM Modi's Rs 9,000 crore boost, rail link to Aizawl | 10-point fact sheet

  India | September 13, 2025 11:15 IST

  PM Modi's address in Mizoram highlighted a Rs 9,000 crore development push, with the historic inauguration of the Bairabi-Sairang rail line and a vision to transform the Northeast into a key driver of India's growth.

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  Indian Railways to launch 150 festive 'special trains' from this date | Check full list here

  Business | August 30, 2025 23:57 IST

  To handle the festive rush to Bihar, East Central Railway has announced 14 special trains that will together make 588 trips. These services will provide much-needed connectivity to key cities like Patna, Gaya, Darbhanga, and Muzaffarpur, which witness a surge in passenger movement during festivals.

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  Centre approves FLS for new Jammu-Katra railway line, boosting Vaishno Devi pilgrimage connectivity

  Business | July 31, 2025 7:56 IST

  Jammu-Katra railway line: Expressing his appreciation, Union Minister Jitendra Singh thanked Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for the new railway project, saying that the decision would greatly improve travel convenience for passengers and pilgrims journeying to Mata Vaishno Devi.

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  Queen of the Jungle returns! Mumbai’s iconic toy train ‘Van Rani’ set to roll again in July

  Maharashtra | July 19, 2025 13:10 IST

  Mumbai toy train: The Forest Department is working diligently to complete final preparations for the official inauguration of Van Rani, set for late July 2025. The train’s revival is being hailed as a celebration of Mumbai’s cultural legacy.

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  Stock of this BSE-listed company gains after order win under Amrit Bharath Station Scheme: Details

  July 15, 2025 13:20 IST

  Stock in focus: According to BSE Analytics, the counter has given a multibagger return of 130 per cent in two years and 294 per cent in three years.

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  Mizoram: Bairabi–Sairang railway line set to connect Aizawl after 26 years

  India | July 13, 2025 13:55 IST

  Acknowledging the Bairabi–Sairang railway line's critical role in connecting Mizoram to the national network, the UPA government designated it as a National Project in 2008–09. The project gained momentum after Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid its foundation stone on November 29, 2014.

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  Vande Bharat Express running on different routes in India: In pics

  India | July 04, 2025 21:44 IST

  Vande Bharat Express has quickly emerged as a preferred mode of travel across India. Known for its speed and lightweight design, the train significantly reduces travel time while enhancing the overall passenger experience. It offers a range of modern amenities, including WiFi connectivity etc.

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  Railways to issue final passenger charts with confirmed seats 24 hours before train departure

  India | June 11, 2025 8:54 IST

  Indian Railways has launched a pilot project to issue final reservation charts 24 hours before train departures, replacing the current practice of releasing charts just four hours in advance. The trial began on June 6 in the Bikaner Division of Western Railway and aims to reduce travel uncertainty.

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  Railway stations across India illuminate in Tricolour to celebrate victory of 'Operation Sindoor'

  India | May 14, 2025 5:48 IST

  Operation Sindoor: Indian Railways saluted the bravery and courage of the Indian Army by illuminating railway stations across India in the Tricolour on May 13.

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  Pahalgam attack: Special unreserved train from Jammu's Katra to Delhi to run today

  India | April 24, 2025 13:06 IST

  Similar to the first special train, the second train will start from Shri Vaishno Devi Katra and make stops at Udhampur, Jammu, Pathankot, Jalandhar, Ambala, Kurukshetra, and Panipat,

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  Which is the fastest train of Bangladesh? Check route, speed limit

  World | April 10, 2025 22:35 IST

  The fastest train of Bangladesh is Shonar Bangla Express, an inter-city rail service connecting Dhaka and Chattogram.