Trichy Railway: Stone pelting down, cattle run over up
RPF study reveals a drop in stone pelting and human casualties in Trichy division, but cattle run over cases surge. Key vulnerable stretches and times identified. Read for details.
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KAVACH Safety System for Mumbai's Busiest Rail Corridor
Western Railway's 60-km Virar-Churchgate corridor is getting the indigenous KAVACH safety system, with 50% work complete. The Rs 67 crore project aims to cut accidents and will be operational by September 2026. Read more.
Thrissur Railway Station Fire: Over 250 Bikes Gutted
A major fire at Thrissur railway station parking destroyed 250+ vehicles. No casualties reported. Safety lapses and blame game emerge between Railways and local corporation. Read details.
Train Starts Abruptly at Chandigarh Station, Passengers Risked
A sudden, unscheduled start of the Chandigarh-Manawar passenger train at Chandigarh railway station put passengers at risk. Read about the incident and the official response.
Forensic Audit Finds Suspicious Land Deals in Telangana
A forensic audit of Telangana's Dharani portal has flagged suspicious land transfers. The Kerala agency's report is set for cabinet review, with the probe expanding to more districts. Read the full findings.
Maharashtra Tops India in Railway Projects: Rs 3.5 Lakh Cr Investment
Maharashtra emerges as India's railway development leader with 35 mega projects worth Rs 3.5 lakh crore. Discover how this investment transforms Mumbai and Vidarbha's connectivity.
Shatabdi Moves Prematurely, Passengers Injured in Chandigarh
Panic at Chandigarh station as Kalka-Delhi Shatabdi moves early, injuring dozens. GRP files FIR, Railways orders probe. Victim calls it a 'dance of death'. Details inside.
Mumbai Local Train Deaths Dip in 2025, Over 2,200 Lives Lost
Mumbai's suburban rail sees a 7% drop in fatalities in 2025, but 2,287 deaths underscore a persistent safety emergency. Track crossing and overcrowding remain top killers.
RPF Constable Saves Woman from Train Accident in Ujjain
RPF Head Constable Ramashray Pal heroically rescued a 48-year-old woman who fell between a moving train and the platform at Ujjain railway station. Read about his brave act.
Telangana Fire Act Amendment: Stricter Rules for Low-Rise Buildings
Telangana fire dept proposes amending the 1999 Act to regulate buildings under 15m, introduce third-party audits, and hike penalties. Aim is to curb frequent fires in Hyderabad and across the state.
BDA Asks IISc to Audit Kempegowda Layout Roads
Bangalore Development Authority requests IISc for a comprehensive quality audit of asphalting works in Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout. Read the full details.
NFRA's New Toolkit to Aid Small & Medium Audit Practitioners
NFRA releases its second Audit Practice Toolkit, focusing on revenue risk assessment, to empower small and medium audit firms and enhance audit quality nationwide. Explore the details.
KSRTC Adds Dash Cams, Safety Upgrades for Sleeper Buses
Following recent fire mishaps, KSRTC announces dash cams and saloon cameras for all sleeper buses. Learn about new safety protocols and onboard emergency features for passenger security.
J&K Fire Incidents Fall 25% in 2025, Major Property Saved
Jammu and Kashmir reports a significant 25% reduction in fire incidents in 2025, with 6,039 cases. Fire services saved property worth Rs 5000 crore through timely response. Read more about the safety initiatives.
Madras HC Seeks Govt Reply on Bus Safety Audit Plea
Madras High Court directs state and central governments to respond in 8 weeks to a plea demanding a comprehensive fitness audit of all public and private buses in Tamil Nadu to curb fatal accidents.
Bihar suspends engineers after ropeway crash, halts projects
Bihar suspends two engineers, blacklists agency after Rohtas ropeway crash during trial. Safety audits ordered for all state ropeway projects. Read the full investigation details.
SCR Warns Against Kite Flying Near Railway Tracks for Sankranti
South Central Railway urges public to avoid kite flying near tracks this Sankranti after past electrocution incidents. High-voltage lines pose fatal risk, especially with Chinese threads.
ICAI and NFRA Divided Over New Group Audit Standards
ICAI's revised SA 600 retains reliance on subsidiary auditors with safeguards, while NFRA demands sole responsibility for group auditors. The final decision now rests with the government.
Western Railway's 2025: Full Electrification, 97% Punctuality
Western Railway achieved 100% electrification, 97% punctuality, and digital transformation in 2025. Explore its safety, heritage, and infrastructure milestones. Read the full report.
Goa Council Fast-Tracks Road Safety Measures, Helmet Rule
Goa's road safety council mandates rapid rollout of camera-based challaning, highway safety audits, and helmets for pillion riders. Key decisions aim to curb accidents in the state.
Train Fire in Andhra: 1 Dead, Coaches Detached to Stop Blaze
One passenger died after two coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express caught fire near Visakhapatnam. Officials suspect the blaze started in the linen storage area. Read for details on rescue, investigation, and helpline numbers.
Ludhiana Station Redevelopment Bans Hot Food for Vendors
Ludhiana's railway station redevelopment enforces a ban on heating sources for food vendors, impacting sales and leaving commuters with cold snacks during a cold wave. Read about the safety directive and its economic fallout.
Madurai Railway Division Completes Major Yard Upgrades
Southern Railway's Madurai division completes major yard remodelling at Tuticorin & Milavittan, installing a modern Electronic Interlocking system for safer, smoother train operations. Read the full report.
Varanasi Railway's Accident Relief Trains Get 5S Certification
Varanasi railway division's accident relief trains and medical van achieve 5S work management certification, a first for North Eastern Railway. Read about the systematic Japanese techniques used.
India's First Elevated Railway Terminal Proposed in Yelahanka
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
Trichy Railway Conducts Midnight Safety Checks at 25 Crossings
Trichy railway division conducted surprise midnight inspections at 25 non-interlocked level crossings to enforce safety compliance. Read about the findings and the DRM's warning.
Odisha AG Audit for Forest Dept's Thar Vehicle Procurement
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Railway Safety Check in Varanasi During Foggy Weather
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Student, Unidentified Man Killed Crossing Tracks in Tiruvallur
A 17-year-old pharmacy student and an unidentified man died after being hit by trains near Kadambathur station. Locals blame lack of safe crossing despite decade-long demands.
CAG Report Finds 2,961 Signal Failures in SWR
A CAG audit reveals 2,961 annual signalling failures in South Western Railway, citing irregular maintenance and repetitive non-compliance. Read the full report on safety concerns.
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