Tag: Indian railways
India’s First Hydrogen Train Passes Crucial Performance Test
The Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO) announced on August 29 that it has completed a vital performance test for India’s inaugural...
Vande Sadharan Train: A Budget-Friendly Travel Option
The Vande Sadharan train, introduced in 2023 by the Indian Railways, stands out as a cost-effective travel alternative, catering to long-distance travelers seeking affordability without compromising on modern amenities. While it shares similarities with the Vande Bharat train, it's tailored for budget-conscious passengers seeking comfort within their means.
RAPIDX: A Historic Leap in Regional Rail Services
India is witnessing a historic moment in its transportation landscape with the launch of "RAPIDX," the nation's first regional train service. This...
Encouraging Passenger Safety: IRCTC Introduces Default Travel Insurance Option
With approximately 15 lakh passengers booking their tickets through the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website, ensuring their safety during travel is a top priority. To provide passengers with an added layer of protection, IRCTC offers an insurance policy covering mishaps during their journey, all for a nominal payment of just Rs 0.35. Despite the low premium, not many passengers opt for this insurance, as evidenced by the recent tragic Balasore Train Accident.
Oxygen Express to meet high demand of medical oxygen
In the wake of high demand for medical oxygen in the country because of the wide spread of the second wave of Covid 19...
Railways complete Arch closure of Chenab Bridge
The Indian Railways on Monday achieved a major milestone by completing the arch closure of the 1315m Chenab bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge...
Indian Railways rolls out first AC Three Tier Economy Class Coach
Giving a boost to the Indian Railways, it rolled out the first AC Three Tier class coach last week. All Mail / Express trains...
Meri Saheli; Stay safe in Indian Train
Women who travel by train in India need not fear from now onwards with the women Railway Protection Force (RPF) taking the lead in...
Guntur Chillies reach Bangladesh for first time in special parcel Train
For the first time, the Indian Railways loaded special Parcel train beyond the country borders to Benapole in Bangladesh with Dry Chillies from Reddipalem...
Indian Railways kick-start process to allow private players
The Indian Railways has kick started the process to allow private players to operate some trains with the Indian frailways
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