Electrification of the scenic Sakleshpur–Subramanya ghats section paves the way for smoother Bengaluru-Mangaluru rail travel. A Vande Bharat Express is now under serious consideration. Read more about this engineering feat.
South Western Railway reports a 15% revenue surge to nearly Rs 7 crore till Dec 2025. Passenger traffic grew 6.5% and freight hit a record 5.1 MT in December. Festive season and new trains fueled growth.
Western Command Army Commander Lt Gen Manoj Katiyar visited The Tribune office in Chandigarh on New Year's Day, discussing national security and media's role. Read the exclusive insights.
South Korea extends its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from India, China, and 4 other countries until June 30, 2025. Learn how this move aims to boost tourism recovery.
Chamarajanagar railway station's Rs 24 crore redevelopment under Amrit Bharat scheme is 90% complete. Officials target Feb end for final works, aiming to decongest Mysuru and boost tourism.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini visited the Chandimandir Military Station, reviewed security, and pledged full state support to the armed forces for their welfare.
Jaipur gears up for the most extensive Army Day parade on Jan 15, open to the public for the first time in a civilian area. Witness valour, modern weapons & cultural heritage.
A Vande Bharat Express train was halted for nearly an hour near Bengaluru after a bird strike damaged its power supply. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon. Read the full details here.
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh is the new AOC-in-C of SWAC in Gandhinagar. Learn about his career and how SWAC has become a launchpad for IAF's top leadership, including five Vice Chiefs in a decade.
Air Marshal Tejinder Singh assumes command of South Western Air Command. A decorated officer with over 4,500 flying hours, he brings vast operational experience. Read about his career and vision.
South Western Railway announces 17 additional trips for Bengaluru-Bidar Special Express to manage festive season crowds. Check new schedule and important travel advisories here.
Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra now account for half of all car sales in South Africa, a massive win for Indian auto exports. Discover how they achieved this dominance.
Aishwarya Boddapati, an 18-year-old from Visakhapatnam, makes history as the youngest Indian to ski to the South Pole. Daughter of a naval officer, her 10-day expedition inspires a nation.
South Western Railway revises Hubballi-KSR Bengaluru Superfast Express timetable from Jan 1, sparking public outcry over lack of consultation. New departure set for 11:30 PM.
On July 26, 1968, the South African Citizenship Act stripped citizenship from over 152,000 Indians. Explore the historical struggle and the fight for rights that followed. Read the full story.
South Western Railways extends operations of 10 weekly & bi-weekly special trains till Feb to handle extra passenger traffic. Check new dates for Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam & other routes.
Frequent travellers from Hubballi express strong displeasure over the revised midnight schedule of the sole super-fast express to Bengaluru, seeking Union Minister Pralhad Joshi's intervention. Details inside.
South Western Railway's Mysuru division completes electrification of the challenging Sakleshpur-Subramanya Road ghat section, a major step towards eco-friendly operations and 100% railway electrification. Read more about this engineering feat.
South Western Railway achieves full electrification of the treacherous 55km Ghat section after a successful trial. The Rs 93.5 crore project overcomes steep gradients, 57 tunnels, and landslides. Read more about this infrastructure milestone.
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed in George, South Africa, killing at least 8 people. Over 50 workers are trapped as rescue operations continue. Read the latest updates.
South Western Railway announces a major overhaul of train schedules from January 1, 2025. Get details on 35 affected trains, new timings, and halts.
South Western Railway announces major timetable overhaul, speeding up 123 trains from January 2026. Key routes to Mumbai, Jodhpur & Gandhidham get faster. Details inside.
Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru is set for a Rs 17-crore upgrade to add passenger facilities, even as current maintenance issues like stains and rust persist. Read the full report.
Commuters on the Tuticorin-Mysuru Special train are protesting high ticket prices for the Bengaluru-Mysuru stretch. Railways defends the 500km minimum fare rule for special trains. Read more.
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.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy requests Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to launch a Vande Bharat Express between Bengaluru and Madgaon, Goa, citing public demand and improved rail infrastructure. This move aims to boost connectivity and tourism.
South Western Railway faces backlash for an additional fare hike before the national revision. Passengers allege unfair conversion of trains to superfast category without service upgrades. Read more.
The Railway Board approves a new superfast train connecting Bengaluru to Mumbai, aiming for a 24-hour travel time. Discover the route, schedule, and expected impact on regional connectivity.
Indian Railways revises Kalaburagi-SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat route. Check new timings, added stoppage at Sri Sathya Sai Prasanthi Nilayam, and updated ticket prices effective January 1, 2026.
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.