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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LDA Shifts 'Second Innings Homes' Project from Gomtinagar
Lucknow Development Authority moves senior housing project from Virajkhand due to high-tension power lines. New locations under consideration. Read for 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.
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.
Railways Reserve Lower Berths for Seniors & Disabled
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw mandates lower berth allocation for senior citizens and enhances reservation quotas for persons with disabilities. Read the latest policy updates.
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.
Guide: Best Credit Cards for Senior Citizens in India
A practical guide for senior citizens in India to select the right credit card. Learn 6 crucial factors, from low fees to fraud protection, and understand the risks involved.
Hyderabad seniors lose ₹2.2 crore to digital arrest scam
Cyber criminals posing as police and CBI officials used 'digital arrest' threats to dupe two Hyderabad senior citizens of over ₹2.2 crore. Read how the elaborate scam unfolded.
Mumbai Senior Citizens Lose Rs 32.8 Lakh in Digital Arrest Fraud
A 72-year-old Mulund resident was conned in a sophisticated digital arrest scam where fraudsters posed as police officers. Learn the details and how to protect yourself from such cybercrimes.
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.
Delhi HC Upholds Cancellation of Gift Deed Under Senior Citizens Act
Delhi High Court cancels a gift deed after a daughter-in-law failed to care for her 88-year-old mother-in-law. Landmark ruling protects elderly rights under Senior Citizens Act. Read the full judgment details.
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.
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.
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.
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.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Changes to Quota System
Omar Abdullah's cabinet sub-committee proposes changes to J&K's reservation policy, aiming to increase open merit seats from 30% to 50% after protests. Key facts and details inside.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Quota Changes Amid Protests
Omar Abdullah's government clears changes to J&K reservation policy, aiming to restore 50% open merit seats while facing youth protests over increased quotas. Read the full story.
Lucknow Play Highlights Elderly Abandonment in India
A powerful Hindi play in Lucknow addresses India's growing elderly abandonment crisis, revealing emotional turmoil in old-age homes. Discover how families are changing.
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.
Pune Seniors Lose Rs 1.1 Crore in Digital Arrest Scam
Two Pune senior citizens collectively lost Rs 1.1 crore in digital arrest scams where fraudsters posed as police officials. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber crimes.
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.
Karnataka PwD Bill 2025: ₹5 Lakh Fine for Quota Breach
Karnataka's new Draft Bill imposes hefty penalties up to ₹5 lakh for PwD quota violations in employment and education. Learn how this impacts rights protection.
Vadodara Hit-and-Run: 3 Dead, 2 Senior Citizens
Three men, including two senior citizens, killed in Vadodara hit-and-run while returning from wedding. Police launch manhunt for unidentified vehicle driver. Read full details.
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.
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