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22 Jun

भारतीय रेलवे ने हरियाणा और राजस्थान में पटुवास, मेहराना, हांसी और बिजाईनगर में अतिरिक्त ट्रेन ठहराव को मंजूरी दी

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, India, TrendingHaryana, Indian Railways, Rajasthan

नई दिल्ली (राजीव शर्मा): भारतीय रेलवे ने रेल सुविधा की सुगमता और संपर्क में सुधार लाने के उद्देश्य से यात्रियों के लिए शुरू की गई एक पहल के तहत हरियाणा और राजस्थान के महत्वपूर्ण स्टेशनों पर चार ट्रेनों के लिए अतिरिक्त ठहराव को मंजूरी दी है जिससे स्थानीय यात्रियों, छात्रों, किसानों, व्यापारियों और अन्य रेल उपयोगकर्ताओं को लाभ होगा। स्वीकृत ठहराव में निम्नलिखित शामिल हैं: हरियाणा के पटुवास मेहराना स्टेशन पर 54085/54086 दिल्ली-सत्रोद पैसेंजर ट्रेन। हरियाणा के हांसी स्टेशन पर 14619/14620 अगरतला-फिरोजपुर एक्सप्रेस। हरियाणा के हांसी स्टेशन पर 14717/14718 बीकानेर-हरिद्वार एक्सप्रेस। राजस्थान के बिजैनगर स्टेशन पर 12981/12982 जयपुर-आसर्व एक्सप्रेस। यह…

22 Jun

भारतीय रेल ने पूर्वी तट रेलवे के 631 रूट किलोमीटर पर 270 करोड़ रुपये की लागत से कवच लगाने को मंजूरी दी

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndian Railways

नई दिल्ली (राजीव शर्मा): भारतीय रेल ने स्वदेशी प्रौद्योगिकी के जरिए रेल सुरक्षा को सुदृढ़ करने की दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण कदम उठाते हुए 270 करोड़ रुपये की लागत से पूर्वी तट रेलवे के 631 रूट किलोमीटर (आरकेएम) पर कवच लगाने की मंजूरी दे दी है। कवच एक ऐसी व्यवस्था है जो ट्रेन टक्कर को रोकने का काम करती है। इस परियोजना में पूर्वी तट रेलवे के छह महत्वपूर्ण रेल मार्ग खंडों जैसे-बघुआपाल-बुढ़पंक, हरिदासपुर-पारादीप, खुर्दा रोड (केयूआर)-बलांगीर, नौपाड़ा-गुनुपुर, लांजीगढ़ रोड-जूनागढ़ और बोब्बिली-सलूर को कवर करती है। स्वदेशी स्वचालित ट्रेन सुरक्षा प्रणाली का विस्तार स्वीकृत कार्य भारतीय रेल के उस व्यापक…

10 Feb

Indian Railways to Phase Out UTS Mobile App from March 1, Introduces RailOne as Unified Platform

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaIndian Railways, RailOne app, railway digital services, unreserved ticket booking, UTS on Mobile

New Delhi, February 10: Indian Railways has announced that the UTS on Mobile application, commonly used for booking unreserved and suburban train tickets, will be discontinued from March 1, 2026. After this date, passengers will no longer be able to book tickets or access any services through the UTS app. Railway authorities have advised commuters to shift to the RailOne application well in advance to avoid inconvenience. RailOne has been launched as a comprehensive digital platform that integrates multiple railway services into a single application, replacing several existing apps. A large number of daily passengers rely on mobile ticketing, particularly…

01 Jan

India to Launch First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on Kolkata–Guwahati Route, PM Modi to Flag Off Service

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndian Railways, Kolkata Guwahati train, PM Narendra Modi, Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

New Delhi, January 1, 2026: India is poised to achieve a significant milestone in railway travel with the launch of its first-ever Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on the Kolkata–Guwahati corridor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the 16-coach semi-high-speed train in the coming days, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday. The new sleeper variant of the Vande Bharat Express has been designed to offer long-distance passengers a modern, comfortable, and affordable travel option. Capable of carrying more than 800 passengers, the train combines advanced technology with passenger-centric features aimed at enhancing overnight journeys between eastern and northeastern…

21 Dec

Indian Railways Announces Fare Revision From December 26, Ticket Prices to Rise Across Classes

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDecember 26, fare revision, Indian Railways, railway ticket prices, train fare hike

New Delhi: Train travel in India is set to become costlier as Indian Railways has announced a revision in passenger fares, which will come into effect from December 26, 2025. The revised pricing will apply to tickets booked on or after the implementation date. Railway officials said the fare adjustment will impact several travel classes, resulting in an increase in ticket prices for passengers. The decision has been taken to strengthen revenue generation and help meet rising operational and maintenance costs. According to officials, the revised fare structure is expected to fetch an additional ₹600 crore for the national transporter.…

12 Dec

Indian Railways Records Historic Low in Train Accidents as Safety Investments Surge

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiafog safety devices, GRP, Indian Railways, railway safety, RPF, train accidents

New Delhi, December 12, 2025— Passenger safety on Indian Railways has reached a record high, with consequential train accidents dropping sharply from an annual average of 171 between 2004 and 2014 to just 11 so far in 2025–26, the Ministry of Railways said on Friday.Officials credited the dramatic improvement to sustained investments, modern technology and stricter safety protocols. Safety-related expenditure has nearly tripled over the past decade, rising from ₹39,463 crore in 2013–14 to ₹1,16,470 crore in the current fiscal year.The ministry highlighted a major expansion in fog safety devices, which are vital during low-visibility winters. Their numbers have soared…

19 Aug

Indian Railways to Launch Airport-Style Baggage Checks, Pilot in Prayagraj Division

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiabaggage rules, Indian Railways, Prayagraj division, railway luggage policy

New Delhi: Indian Railways is preparing to introduce stricter baggage regulations, bringing in airport-style security checks for train passengers. The initiative will begin as a pilot project in the Prayagraj division, where luggage will be weighed at stations before travelers are permitted to enter platforms. Passengers carrying excess baggage will face fines.The pilot program will be rolled out at major stations, including Prayagraj Junction, Prayagraj Chheoki, Subedarganj, Kanpur Central, Mirzapur, Tundla, Aligarh Junction, Govindpuri, and Etawah. To implement the system, electronic weighing machines are being installed at the entry gates of these stations.According to the new rules, the luggage allowance…

13 Jul

Railways to Install CCTV Cameras in Coaches to Enhance Passenger Safety

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingIndian Railways, Railways

New Delhi (National Times): Following the successful installation of CCTV cameras in passenger coaches, the Railways has decided to install CCTV cameras in all coaches. This move will significantly improve passenger safety. Miscreants and organised gangs take advantage of gullible passengers. With cameras, such incidents will significantly reduce. To preserve the privacy of passengers, CCTV cameras will be installed in the common movement area near the doors. The Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and the Union Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu reviewed the progress of CCTV Cameras’ installation in locomotives and coaches. The meeting held on…

30 Jun

Railway Ministry Hikes Fares for Mail, Express and AC Trains Effective July 1

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAC train fares, Indian Railways, mail express trains, train fare hike

New Delhi, July 1 — Passengers travelling in mail, express, and AC trains will have to pay slightly more from July 1, as the Railway Ministry has officially announced a hike in fares across various classes.According to an official circular issued on Monday, fares for non-AC classes in mail and express trains will increase by 1 paisa per kilometre, while all AC classes will see a fare hike of 2 paise per kilometre.Ministry officials had signalled the proposed revision earlier on June 24, but the detailed fare table specifying rates for different trains and class categories was released only on…

29 Jun

Indian Railways to Launch Upgraded Reservation System with Seat Selection and Early Charting

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyIndian Railways, IRCTC, passenger reservation system, seat selection

New Delhi, June 29, 2025 — Indian Railways is poised to revolutionize its passenger reservation system, offering passengers the option to choose their seats much like in airlines, and rolling out several new digital features by the end of this year.A senior Railway Ministry official said the new system will not only enable seat selection but will also introduce a fare calendar to help travelers make cost-effective choices.“It also has integrated facilities for divyangjan, students, patients, etc.,” the official added.In another significant change, reservation charts currently prepared four hours before a train’s departure will now be finalized eight hours in…