Kochu Veli Station Upgrade Leaves Passengers Wanting More
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.
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Chennai SI rescues kidnapped man from van at Akkarai signal
A traffic sub-inspector in Chennai heroically rescued a kidnapped man from a moving van at Akkarai signal. Read about the dramatic ECR kidnapping and the police investigation details.
Man Held for Fake Railway Pass on Dadar-Ambernath AC Local
A 20-year-old passenger in Thane was arrested after a ticket inspector caught him using a forged digital season ticket on an AC suburban train. Police are investigating the fraud's scope.
5 Dead in Tamil Nadu Car Crash Involving Ayyappa Pilgrims
A tragic accident on East Coast Road in Keelakarai claims five lives, including a DMK functionary and Ayyappa devotees from Andhra Pradesh. Read the full details of the early morning collision.
ECoR Adds Coaches, Special Trains Amid Flight Cancellations
East Coast Railway deploys extra coaches in 5 trains & launches 6 specials from Odisha to tackle passenger surge after flight cancellations. Check IRCTC for real-time updates.
Rs 35,045 Crore Rail Boost for Telangana: 20 Projects Sanctioned
Centre sanctions massive Rs 35,045-crore rail plan for Telangana, featuring 20 projects including 6 new lines and 14 doubling works across 2,165 km. Details inside.
Grinding Stone Placed on Kochi Railway Track, Probe On
A grinding stone was found on railway tracks in Kochi's Pachalam, raising sabotage fears. The Mysuru-Kochuveli Express loco pilot spotted it at 4:50 AM. A puppy was found dead nearby. Read details.
Mumbai AC Local: Now Carry ID with Season Ticket
Mumbai's Central & Western Railways mandate ID proof with AC local passes to combat counterfeit tickets. Strict checks, joint teams deployed. Violators face fines & up to 7 years jail.
Railway Staff Protection Scheme Pays Rs 1 Crore in Lucknow
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.
Nagpur Railway Recovers ₹11.29 Lakh in Ticket Check
Central Railway's Nagpur Division recovered ₹11.29 lakh in fines in a massive ticket-checking drive on November 29, detecting 1,665 cases of irregular travel across 23 trains. Read the full story.
Nagpur's Ajni Railway Station Modernisation Progresses Rapidly
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.
Mysuru Railway Station Mahotsav Highlights Heritage & Growth
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.
Two killed, 15 hurt in Chennai ECR road accidents
Two separate accidents on Chennai's East Coast Road claim two lives, leave 15 injured. CM Stalin announces compensation. Details on the tragic incidents here.
Navi Mumbai Railway Station Renamed to Include Karave
Central Railway renames Seawoods-Darave station to Seawoods-Darave-Karave in Navi Mumbai, changing its station code. The move follows a state government request.
ECR's Winter Safety Drive Against Dense Fog in Bihar
East Central Railway activates GPS alerts & visibility measures for fog-prone zones in Danapur & NCR. Enhanced protocols aim to ensure passenger safety till February end. Read more.
Vande Bharat, Rajdhani trains delayed due to fog, track work
Dense fog in North India and ongoing safety work in Odisha cause major delays for premium trains like Vande Bharat and Tejas Rajdhani. Passengers face inconvenience as multiple long-distance trains run hours behind schedule. Get the latest updates.
Karaikudi Station Gets ₹20.34 Crore Upgrade with New Facilities
Southern Railway completes a major ₹20.34 crore renovation of Karaikudi station, adding lifts, new FOB, AC waiting room & heritage art. A key hub for Tamil Nadu gets a passenger-friendly makeover.
ECR Winter Safety Drive for Fog-Prone Zones in Bihar
East Central Railway activates GPS tech & safety protocols as dense fog reduces visibility. Enhanced measures aim to ensure passenger safety until February end. Read more.
Koraput-Singapur Road Doubling: Tunnel 35 Breakthrough
East Coast Railway completes 630-meter tunnel with 100% alignment accuracy in Koraput-Singapur doubling project, boosting rail connectivity in southern Odisha. Read more about this infrastructure milestone.
Land Acquisition Sparks Outrage in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Nearly 3,000 properties face acquisition for railway track doubling in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Residents question one-sided land acquisition and demand fair compensation.
Woman dies after falling from moving train at Dadar
Tragic accident at Dadar railway station as Andhra Pradesh woman falls from moving train while attempting to alight after using toilet. Details of the heartbreaking incident that claimed her life.
Southern Railway conducts 145kmph high-speed trial run
Southern Railway achieves 145kmph in trial run, paving way for 130kmph operations on Jolarpet-Coimbatore section. Major speed enhancement projects underway across Tamil Nadu routes.
Hyderabad Railway Stations Get Major ₹1150 Cr Upgrade
Hyderabad's railway infrastructure undergoes massive transformation with 40 stations being redeveloped. Hitec City station gets ₹36 crore facelift, while Secunderabad and Hyderabad stations see major investments. Read more about the modernization plans.
Mumbai motorman saves life on railway tracks
A Mumbai motorman's alert action saved a person's life on tracks between Mulund and Thane. The heroic act caused 15-20 minute delays during Friday evening peak hours. Read this inspiring story of presence of mind.
Nagpur Station Redevelopment 60% Complete
Nagpur Railway Station's ₹487 crore redevelopment hits 60% completion. New buildings, elevated concourse underway to handle 1 lakh daily passengers. Expected completion by December 2026.
ECR Danapur MoU to streamline cement transport
East Central Railway's Danapur division partners with private firm to enhance cement loading efficiency at Daniyawan plant, aiming to boost freight revenue and supply chain operations. Read more.
RPF personnel save tourist from train accident in Goa
Two RPF personnel risked their lives to save a 66-year-old tourist from being crushed under a moving train at Margao's Konkan Railway station. Read about their heroic act and railway safety tips.
SWR Extends Vande Bharat Sleeper Depot Tender Deadline
South Western Railway extends tender deadline for Vande Bharat sleeper depot at Bengaluru's Thanisandra. Read about the project details and new submission timeline.
Railway ticketless cases fall by over 50% in Mumbai
Central Railway's Mumbai Division reports 50% drop in ticketless travel cases despite intensified checks. 9.63 lakh offenders caught, ₹40.59 crore recovered in fines. Read more.
Railway GM Reviews Coimbatore Station Upgrades
Southern Railway GM R N Singh inspected developmental works at Coimbatore, Podanur & Coimbatore North stations. Review included passenger amenities & Amrit Bharat Scheme progress.
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