Railway Minister
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How many jobs did Indian Railways create in the last 12 years? Railway Minister shares data
India | Jul 30, 2026, 08:48 AM ISTIndian Railways recruited 5.56 lakh people between 2014 and June 2026, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Parliament. He also shared updated TTE deployment norms and explained ticket cancellation and refund rules for Vande Bharat Sleeper and Amrit Bharat Express.
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Railways get record push in Budget 2026 with Rs 2.78 lakh crore allocation
Budget | Feb 01, 2026, 06:11 PM ISTThe funds will be directed towards critical projects such as new rail lines, track doubling and electrification, station redevelopment, procurement of modern rolling stock, and safety upgrades.
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Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link Project generated over 5 crore man-days of employment: Govt
India | Dec 05, 2025, 07:45 PM ISTThe fully commissioned USBRL project has connected Kashmir Valley to the national rail network through extraordinary engineering achievements, including the world's highest railway bridge. New train services, improved road access and boosted tourism and trade underline its transformative impact.
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Good news for passengers: Indian Railways to allow changing travel dates for booked tickets
India | Oct 07, 2025, 11:49 PM ISTStarting January 2026, Indian Railways passengers will be able to change the travel date of confirmed tickets online without cancellation charges. Seat availability will determine confirmation and fare differences will apply if the new ticket is costlier.
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Surat bullet train station nearing completion, promises world-class passenger amenities | Details
Business | Sep 27, 2025, 02:17 PM ISTSurat bullet train station: Rolling stock depots at Surat and Ahmedabad are actively under construction as part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor project.
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45 cr Indians affected, Rs 20,000 cr lost in 'online gaming': Ashwini Vaishnaw to India TV | Video
India | Aug 21, 2025, 09:11 PM ISTVaishnaw stressed that the government intends to impose strict controls on online money gaming, calling it an escalating threat to society. He pointed out that legislators from across the country have repeatedly voiced their concerns, as such platforms have fueled addiction.
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Railway Minister suspends four officials over dirty coaches provided to BSF troops, orders pobe
India | Jun 11, 2025, 11:52 PM ISTThe action came a day after the Northeast Frontier Railway Zone dismissed the allegations in a post on X, where social media users criticised the railways over the condition of the coaches while reacting to videos of the train that surfaced online.
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'Kavach 5.0' will be ready for metro, suburban trains by December 2025: Ashwini Vaishnaw | Video
India | Apr 11, 2025, 09:57 PM ISTTo expand Kavach’s implementation, Indian Railways is conducting trials with additional Original Equipment Manufacturers to increase capacity.
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Railways to achieve 100 per cent electrification in 2026, aims for net zero by 2030: Vaishnaw
India | Feb 24, 2025, 05:02 PM ISTIn a virtual address at the MP Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025 after the signing of a power purchase agreement with the state, Railways Minister Vaishnaw said the government has set a target of making railways net zero by 2030.
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Why are online train tickets more expensive than counter tickets? Railway Minister responds
Business | Feb 10, 2025, 04:10 PM ISTIndian Railways is one of the largest and most extensive railway networks in the world. Operated by the Ministry of Railways, it plays a crucial role in the country's economy, connectivity, and transportation infrastructure.
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Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train update: Ashwini Vaishnaw inspects tunnel work, says 'work in progress'
Maharashtra | Jan 18, 2025, 04:46 PM ISTRailways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected the progress of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (Bullet Train) tunnel construction, praising the project's safety measures and pace.
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Railway Minister highlights Kavach’s key role in ensuring safety during dense fog | VIDEO
India | Dec 24, 2024, 12:14 PM ISTIndian Railways is revolutionising train safety with Kavach, an advanced Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. Amid dense fog in northern India, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted its ability to display signals inside the cab, ensuring seamless operations.
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Indian Railways' new integrated track monitoring system: Know its objectives, other details
Business | Dec 12, 2024, 08:26 PM ISTThe Integrated Track Monitoring System is expected to provide real-time, precise data on track conditions, enabling safer, more efficient, and manageable operations for track maintenance teams. The ITMS is part of the broader vision to integrate modern technology into the railway network.
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How many individuals did Railways recruit in last decade? Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw discloses
India | Nov 25, 2024, 08:05 PM ISTUnion Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw attended an event organised by the National Convention of the All India SC/ST Railway Employees Association in Nagpur. During his address at the event, he revealed the details of recruitment in Railways in the last decade.
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No fatality due to overcrowding of passengers having unconfirmed ticket in 3 years: Vaishnaw in RS
India | Aug 02, 2024, 06:19 PM ISTAshwini Vaishnaw's remarks came in response to the questions raised by AAP MP Raghav Chadha in Rajya Sabha. The Railway Minister gave a written reply in the Upper House of the Parliament.
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'Attempt to demoralise railway with fake news will fail': Ashwini Vaishnaw on loco pilots' condition
India | Jul 10, 2024, 01:27 PM ISTThe railway minister added that when pilots complete a trip, they come to the running room for rest if they are out of headquarters. Before 2014, running rooms were in very bad shape.
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India likely to get its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train by Independence Day | Details
India | Jun 25, 2024, 07:36 AM ISTA few days ago, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visited the production site of the Vande Bharat sleeper train and said that it would be on track in two months. The manufacturing process is in its final stage.
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Railways conducts first trial run of world's highest Chenab rail bridge in Jammu-Kashmir | VIDEO
India | Jun 20, 2024, 06:26 PM ISTThe Chenab Rail Bridge, constructed 359 metres (around 109 feet) above Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir region, is some 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower. The 1,315 metre-long bridge is part of a broader project which aims to make the Kashmir valley accessible by the Indian Railway network.
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Indian Railways to introduce 3,000 new trains, targets zero waiting lists in 4-5 years | DETAILS
India | Nov 17, 2023, 12:20 PM ISTRailways Ministry has announced its ambitious goal of eliminating waiting lists entirely in 4-5 years. Sources within the ministry revealed a comprehensive plan to address the increasing demand, particularly for general and sleeper-class coaches.
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Karnataka: Bengaluru-Dharwad Vande Bharat train to run up to Belagavi by THIS time
Karnataka | Nov 16, 2023, 12:55 PM ISTBengaluru Dharwad Vande Bharat: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah earlier wrote a letter to the Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw seeking an extension of the Vande Bharat express train services from Bengaluru to Hubbali-Dharwad up to the bordering city of Belagavi.