Rail Minister Reports 1,176 Km Completed out of 1,506 Km on Western Dedicated Freight Corridor in Rajya Sabha
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has informed the Rajya Sabha that 1,176 km of the 1,506 km Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) has been completed. The Western DFC, connecting Jawaharlal Nehru Port Terminal to Dadri, passes through various districts in Gujarat,…
Eastern Railway Takes Bold Step Towards Sustainable Future with 2 MW Rooftop Solar Project
The Eastern Railway has taken a substantial stride towards embracing renewable energy by issuing a tender for a 2 MW rooftop solar project. This initiative, integral to the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, signifies a heightened commitment to environmental sustainability within…
Kerala Allocates Rs 378.57 Crore for Kochi Metro Phase II Pink Line Construction
In a significant move, the Kerala government has earmarked Rs 378.57 crore for the construction of the second phase of the Kochi Metro Rail project. The allocated funds will facilitate the development of the Pink Line, covering a distance of…
Kolkata’s First Underwater Metro Nears Launch: Howrah Maidan to Esplanade Stretch to Open Next Month
Exciting news for the residents of Kolkata! Indian Railways is making significant strides to finalize the remaining tasks for India’s inaugural underwater metro network as part of Kolkata Metro’s East-West corridor. This groundbreaking underwater corridor spans from Howrah Maidan to…
Indian Railways Extends Service of Karnataka’s Second Vande Bharat Express to Belagavi
In a positive development for passengers, the Ministry of Railways has announced the extension of services for the KSR Bengaluru-Dharwad Vande Bharat Express, the 21st semi-high speed train in the country. Originally flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on…
Railways Plans 287 km Circular Rail Network on Outskirts of Bengaluru to Alleviate Traffic Woes
In a bid to address the escalating traffic issues in Bengaluru, the Ministry of Railways has put forth a proposal to establish a circular rail network spanning approximately 287 km on the city’s outskirts. The envisioned network is designed to…
Bengaluru Metro Phase-III Landwork Commencement on the Horizon for BMRCL
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is gearing up to initiate preliminary activities for Phase 3 of the Namma Metro project. In the initial phase, preparations for land acquisition covering 100 acres have been outlined for the construction of…
Indian Railways Inaugurates Rail Coach Restaurant at Pune Station
In a culinary feat, Indian Railways has rolled out its latest gastronomic venture – the Rail Coach Restaurant at Pune station. A hit among both rail passengers and locals, this marks the second such coach restaurant for the Central Railway’s…
Wildlife Institute of India Advocates Railway Infrastructure for Wildlife Safety
In response to the detrimental impact of railway infrastructure on wildlife, the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) in Dehradun is proposing the construction of overpasses and underpasses, measuring seven meters in height and 30 meters in width, at sensitive locations….
Pamban Bridge: India’s First Vertical Lift Railway Marvel Nears Completion
The upcoming Pamban Bridge stands as India’s pioneering vertical lift railway bridge over the sea, presenting a breathtaking spectacle. Expected to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the coming months, this engineering marvel connects Rameswaram on Pamban Island…