Southern Railway's new MEMU maintenance shed in Trichy's Manjathidal is 80% complete. The Rs 61 crore facility, set for March 2026, will upgrade 36 DEMU services, enhancing suburban commute capacity and speed. Read more.
Madurai's new 'Smart Madurai' app for civic complaints struggles with low adoption. Residents, citing past failures of the online portal, doubt its effectiveness despite corporation assurances.
Former AIADMK minister Sellur K Raju launches a fierce attack on the DMK government, alleging institutionalised corruption and intentional stalling of key infrastructure projects in Madurai. Read the full details.
Key stakeholders gather at Agro Food Trade Centre for MDU Raising seminar to discuss Madurai's Master Plan, industrial clusters, and sustainable growth. Join the dialogue for a 'Sparkling Madurai'.
The detailed project report for the new Almatti-Kushtagi railway line will be completed in the next five months, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced. The survey work is already finished.
A major fire broke out at the LIC building in Madurai on December 17, 2025, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates.
Southern Railway's new MEMU maintenance shed in Trichy's Manjathidal is 80% ready. Set for March 2026 completion, it will boost suburban train services and cut diesel use. Read more.
A fire broke out at the LIC office in Madurai's Periyar area on December 17, 2025. Fire tenders and an ambulance were dispatched to the spot. Read for live updates.
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
The long-delayed Greater Southern Peripheral Road in Gurgaon gets a push. Land acquisition for the first phase to finish in five months, easing traffic on NH-8. Details inside.
Central Railway converts retired coaches into 24x7 multi-cuisine restaurants at four new stations. 10-year contracts offered to attract major food brands. E-auction on Dec 22.
Himachal Pradesh's failure to transfer land and pay its share is delaying the Rs 6,753 crore Bhanupalli-Bilaspur-Beri railway line. Get the full details on the project's status and strategic implications.
Madurai gears up for its first major literary festival, 'Sangam,' on Jan 30-31. Inspired by Jaipur, it will feature writers, artists & cultural events at heritage sites. Free entry with registration.
The Kanyakumari District Railway Users' Association urges extension of Mangaluru-Thiruvananthapuram Express to Nagercoil, citing 35 years of passenger hardship. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin, in Madurai, accused opponents of using cheap politics to stall state's progress. He inaugurated projects worth Rs 2,630 crore and defended temple rituals.
Southern Railway completes phase of Kochu Veli station redevelopment with lifts & pit lines. Passengers demand ticket counters, shelters, more train stops to decongest Central. Read more.
Chennai's Egmore Railway Station's new G+5 parking on Gandhi Irwin Road will hold 450 vehicles, aiming to decongest the area. Second facility on Poonamallee Road expected by February.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated 63 projects worth ₹2,630.88 crore in Madurai, laid foundation for 7 new ones. Local chamber demands urgent civic upgrades, airport expansion.
Indian Railways deploys extra coaches on multiple routes from Lucknow, Ayodhya & Varanasi to Delhi & Mumbai to handle passenger overflow caused by IndiGo disruptions. Details inside.
Telangana's commercial taxes department plans to create three new divisions in Shamshabad, Sangareddy, and Jubilee Hills/Gachibowli to decentralize administration and strengthen tax collection. Read more.
Southern Railway announces special trains & extra coaches from Dec 7-12 to aid passengers affected by IndiGo flight cancellations. Details on routes and schedules inside.
Discover the magic of the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis). Learn where and when to see them, and find out if witnessing this celestial spectacle from India is possible. Plan your ultimate aurora adventure!
Eastern Railway announces dedicated tracks & green channel for 200 suburban trains to improve punctuality. Plans for AC services expansion in Howrah division revealed. Read more.
Indian Railways deploys 116 extra coaches across 37 trains to manage passenger surge following IndiGo flight cancellations. Southern Railway leads augmentations. Read for details.
Chennai gears up for its second fully air-conditioned suburban train by early 2026 to enhance passenger comfort. However, the first AC service on the Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu route faces low ridership, carrying only 2,800 daily against a 40,000 capacit
Despite official requests, Madurai's Kalavasal Junction remains a chaotic de facto bus stop. Commuters cite convenience & Google Maps, while authorities struggle with traffic and enforcement.
Congress MP Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka raises critical railway demands for South Odisha in Lok Sabha, highlighting delayed Rayagada division & need for better connectivity. Read more.
Northern Railway's Lucknow division disburses its first Rs 1 crore insurance payout under the RSP scheme to the family of track maintainer Anwar Ali. Read the full story.
Central Railway's ambitious Ajni Station redevelopment in Nagpur is progressing swiftly. Key structures, including the East Side building and staff towers, are nearing completion, promising enhanced passenger amenities and smoother operations.
South Western Railway's Mysuru division celebrated Station Mahotsav, honouring its royal origins and daily 60,000 passengers. A Rs 395.7 crore redevelopment is underway. Read more about this historic hub's future.