Indian Railways is set to undertake a major technological upgrade of its Passenger Reservation System (PRS) in August, replacing the nearly four-decade-old system with an advanced platform designed to meet growing passenger and digital ticketing demands. The decision marks a significant step in the modernisation of railway passenger services. The existing reservation system, introduced in … Read more
Bengaluru-Mumbai Rail Connectivity Gets Major Boost Indian Railways is expanding passenger and railway infrastructure connectivity across Karnataka and Jammu & Kashmir, with major developments focusing on premium train services, new railway infrastructure, electrification, suburban rail and station redevelopment. One of the most prominent developments is the strengthening of rail connectivity between Bengaluru and Mumbai. The … Read more
Amrit Bharat Express is set to strengthen Pune’s rail connectivity as Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a comprehensive development plan centred on a ₹600 crore redevelopment of Pune Railway Station Yard. The initiative is designed to address the city’s rapidly growing passenger demand, improve train-handling capacity and … Read more
Railway Expansion infrastructure in Rajasthan is witnessing a major expansion and modernisation drive, with projects worth more than ₹400 crore being inaugurated, dedicated to the nation or launched across the state. The initiatives are aimed at improving passenger amenities, strengthening rail connectivity, supporting industrial development and making railway travel more convenient for people across Rajasthan. … Read more
New international railway order strengthens India-Bangladesh rail cooperation and highlights RCF’s growing manufacturing capabilities RCF Kapurthala is set to achieve another significant milestone with the rollout of its first rake of 20 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) broad-gauge passenger coaches manufactured for Bangladesh Railway. The development marks an important step in India’s railway manufacturing and export … Read more
New Passenger Train Strengthens Eastern Uttar Pradesh Connectivity Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually flagged off the Dohri Ghat–Aunrihar passenger train on May 11, 2026, marking another step towards strengthening rail connectivity across eastern Uttar Pradesh. The new service is expected to provide passengers from Dohri Ghat, Mau and surrounding areas with more convenient, affordable and reliable daily … Read more
India’s Homegrown Automatic Train Protection Technology Aims to Make Railway Operations Safer, Smarter and More Efficient Indian Railways: Can technology help a train automatically respond before a dangerous situation turns into an accident? Indian Railways is attempting to answer that question with Kavach, its indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system designed to add an automated … Read more
India’s railway modernization journey has achieved another significant milestone as the country’s first Vande Bharat Freight Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) has successfully completed the Emergency Braking Distance (EBD) test, an important stage in its ongoing technical validation process. The successful trial demonstrates the Indian Railways’ commitment to developing faster, safer, and more efficient freight transportation … Read more
Kolkata: Metro Network Set for Major Modernisation With Advanced Trains and Infrastructure Expansion Kolkata’s public transportation system is set to witness a major transformation as the Kolkata Metro network will receive around 60 next-generation metro trains over the next four to five years, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced during his visit to the city. … Read more
India Moves Towards Cleaner Railway Transportation India’s Hydrogen Train has achieved a major milestone in sustainable transportation as the country’s first hydrogen-powered train completes more than 1,200 kilometres between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana. The train has saved over 3,200 litres of diesel and emits only water vapour, marking a major step towards cleaner and … Read more