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  Railways to offer 3% discount on digital unreserved ticket purchase via RailOne app from Jan 14

  India | December 30, 2025 17:12 IST

  The Railway Ministry has announced a 3 per cent discount for passengers booking unreserved tickets on the RailOne app using any digital payment mode between January and July 2026. This offer comes in addition to the existing R wallet cashback.

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  How a protest led to the tragic death of two persons at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai?

  Maharashtra | November 07, 2025 16:14 IST

  The flash protest began at CST when railway employees stopped work in anger over a police case filed against a group of engineers. Their action halted several suburban trains during peak hours, leaving thousands of commuters stranded on platforms and inside stalled trains.

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  Vande Bharat sleeper train crosses 180 km/h during trial run | Watch

  India | November 06, 2025 20:51 IST

  The Railway Ministry has raised concerns about the finishing and interior quality of India’s first 16-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, even as it approved the train for regular service.

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  12,000 special trains, tight safety protocols: Railways gear up for Chhath Puja rush in Bihar

  Bihar | October 23, 2025 11:55 IST

  ECR General Manager Chhatrasal Singh said all major railway terminals will have holding areas completed by today. After this, the ECR will carry out a 'dress rehearsal' to test the arrangements. Singh said that centralised monitoring will be done from the Patliputra Rail Complex.

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  Vande Bharat sleeper services to be launched after October 15; check expected route

  India | September 23, 2025 17:12 IST

  Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and State Minister Ravneet Bittu announced the construction of a new railway line between Rajpura and Mohali in Punjab. Additionally, they revealed a proposal to run a new Vande Bharat Express train on the Firozpur Cantt-Bathinda-Patiala-Delhi route.

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  Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: NHSRCL signs pact with L&T for track works; 436 engineers trained

  Business | September 11, 2025 22:06 IST

  The construction work is moving swiftly on multiple fronts. The viaduct, which will span 320 kilometers, is advancing steadily, while the track bed, covering 202 kilometers, is also progressing rapidly.

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  Big change in Vande Bharat schedule: Check updated timings, route, fares and new stoppage point

  Business | August 25, 2025 0:02 IST

  Big change in Vande Bharat schedule: Run by Western Railway, the Vande Bharat Express (20901/20902) takes just 6 hours 30 minutes to cover the 521-km distance from Mumbai Central to Gandhinagar Capital. The service is available six days a week, with Wednesday as a non-running day.

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  PM Modi to inaugurate India's longest running Vande Bharat train in Maharashtra; Check date, route

  India | August 09, 2025 11:10 IST

  This Vande Bharat train will cover the distance of 881 kms, making it the longest running such train in India. It will have 10 stoppages and will operate at the average speed 73kmph, also making it the fastest train between Nagpur and Pune.

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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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  Railway ministry issues advisory amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, warns of espionage threats

  India | May 08, 2025 11:45 IST

  In a message released by the Railway Board, officials have been alerted that Pakistani operatives may pose as callers seeking confidential details regarding military train movements.

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  What caused heavy rush at New Delhi Railway Station leading to stampede-like situation?

  Delhi | March 24, 2025 7:56 IST

  According to the police, no injury was reported. However, there was an extra rush at the railway station due to delay of a few trains. Passengers were seen scaling the barricades and jumping queues at the station.

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  RPF warns against vandalism of Railway properties: A look at consequences for such 'unlawful acts'

  India | February 21, 2025 14:03 IST

  Under the Railways Act, anyone who endangers the safety of a person travelling on a train can be punished with up to five years in prison, the Railway Ministry said.

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  Advance Railway reservation time reduced from 120 days to 60 days from November 1: Railway Ministry

  India | October 17, 2024 14:29 IST

  The Railway Ministry made the announcement in a notification that said that the advance Railway reservation time reduced has been reduced from 120 days to 60 days.

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  Satish Kumar takes charge as Railway Board's Chairman, CEO

  India | September 01, 2024 20:36 IST

  Satish Kumar began his career in Indian Railways in March 1988, and since then, he has served in various pivotal roles across different zones and divisions, bringing innovation, efficiency, and safety improvements to the railway system.

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  Railways conducts first trial run of world's highest Chenab rail bridge in Jammu-Kashmir | VIDEO

  India | June 20, 2024 18:26 IST

  The 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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  Modi government in action: Ministers to assume office today – full schedule

  India | June 11, 2024 7:25 IST

  Modi 3.0: Following the finalisation of ministerial department allocations on Monday, key ministers in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA government are set to assume their roles today.

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  Yearender 2023: Recalling tragic accidents that claimed precious lives in 2023

  India | December 22, 2023 12:05 IST

  2023 has witnessed several road and rail accidents, claiming several lives. As the year nears its end, let's take a look at some of the tragic accidents that took place this year.

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  New Regional Rapid Transit System trains to be known as 'Namo Bharat', say sources

  India | October 19, 2023 18:46 IST

  RRTS trains update: Regional Rapid Transit System is a new rail-based, semi-high-speed, high-frequency commuter transit system with a design speed of 180 kmph. It is a transformational regional development initiative, which is designed to provide high-speed trains.

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  Coromandel Express accident: Odisha govt declares one-day mourning, no state celebrations today

  India | June 03, 2023 7:33 IST

  Odisha train accident: A day of state mourning has been declared in the state in view of the horrific train accident in Balasore. The state government stated that no celebration would take place across Odisha on Saturday, June 3.

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  IRMS examination 2023: Railways to recruit officers through UPSC; abandons plans for separate test

  Education | February 02, 2023 14:19 IST

  IRMS examination: Earlier the ministry had stated that recruitment to the service would be done through a specially designed IRMS examination.