Union Cabinet Approves Six Railway Projects Valued at Rs 12,343 Crore, Aiming to Expand Rail Network by 1,020 km
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to six railway projects totaling Rs 12,343 crore, with the objective of extending the Indian Railways network by 1,020 kilometers across six states: Rajasthan, Assam, Telangana,…
CRRC’s Prototype Train for Bangalore Metro Yellow Line Reaches Chennai Port
The inaugural CRRC train-set, part of the 19.143 km Bangalore Metro Yellow Line (Reach 5), successfully arrived at Chennai Port on Tuesday following a 13-day maritime journey from the Port of Shanghai in China. This six-coach train marks the commencement…
CMRS Completes Safety Inspection of Kolkata Metro’s Taratala – Majerhat Section of Purple Line
The Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS), Janak Kumar Garg, concluded a comprehensive one-day safety inspection of the Taratala – Majerhat section of Kolkata Metro Line-3 (Purple Line). This elevated section, spanning 1.25 km with a new station at Majerhat,…
Agra Metro Stations to Complement Heritage Landmarks
The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) is embarking on a beautification initiative to enhance the aesthetic appeal of Agra Metro stations, particularly those situated near iconic monuments like the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Jama Masjid. The goal is…
ITD Cementation Initiates Tunneling for Chennai Metro Line-4 with TBM Pelican at Panagal Park
ITD Cementation India has officially launched the tunnel boring machine S-1075B, named TBM Pelican, at the Panagal Park Crossover’s Launch Shaft for the construction of underground tunnels on Chennai Metro‘s Line-4, spanning 26.1 km from Poonamallee Bypass to Light House….
Hyderabad Metro Rail Ltd (HMRL) Unveils Revamped Route Map for Second Phase Expansion
Hyderabad Metro Rail Ltd (HMRL) is forging ahead with a new vision for the second phase of the Hyderabad Metro, scrapping previous government-proposed routes. HMRL Managing Director N.V.S. Reddy revealed plans to construct new Metro rail lines covering a total…
Game-Changing Chennai-Bengaluru-Mysuru High-Speed Rail Project Nears Reality
The ambitious 435-kilometer Chennai-Bengaluru-Mysuru high-speed rail (HSR) project is set to become a transformative force, connecting the key locations of Chennai, Bengaluru, and Mysuru. This corridor, known for its dense population and hosting corporate hubs, tech parks, manufacturing facilities, and…
Second Bridge Over Ganga and Doubling of Jamalpur-Munger Line
A second railway bridge is set to be constructed on the Ganga river in Munger, Bihar, as part of the doubling project for the Jamalpur-Munger railway line, costing approximately Rs 1600 crore. This initiative aims to enhance train movement on…
Chennai Metro Launches Longest ‘U Girder’ on OMR for Phase II
Chennai Metro Rail achieved a significant milestone in its Phase II project by unveiling a 30-meter-long ‘U girder’ using a state-of-the-art puller axle system at a construction site in the IT corridor. The ongoing phase II project spans the IT…
Mecheda Railway Station in West Bengal Transforming under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
The Mecheda Railway Station in West Bengal is undergoing rapid redevelopment as part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, aimed at modernizing the travel experience for passengers. The Ministry of Railways announced on Thursday that the station’s construction work is…