Railways seeks cabinet nod to build 3 freight corridors at Rs. 3 trillion

The Ministry of Railways has sought the approval of the Union cabinet to build three new dedicated freight corridor (DFC) networks at a total investment of about Rs 3 trillion (US$ 43.5 billion).

Centre proposes 'Metrolite' train for small cities

The Government of India plans to introduce light urban rail transit system - 'Metrolite' - in small cities and towns.

BHEL gets Rs 750 crore order from NTPC-Railways JV

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has bagged a Rs 750 crore (US$ 104.25 million)order from a joint venture firm of NTPC and Indian Railways for providing emission control equipment.

BHEL, CONCOR tie up for rail-based logistics terminal at Haridwar

BHEL and CONCOR entered an agreement for setting up a rail-based logistics terminal at Haridwar.

Longest electrified tunnel built by Indian Railways in record time

 Indian Railways has commissioned the longest electrified tunnel in India with a total length of 6.6 kms.

Delhi-Lucknow Tejas Express ready to be first train to be run by private operators

The Delhi-Lucknow Tejas Express is expected to soon become the first train to be operated by private players.

Indian Railways introduce easier Ticket Booking system

RailYatri entered in agreement with Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to continue its e-booking services.

Railways speeds up 261 trains under 'Mission Raftaar'

Indian Railways announced speeding up of 261 trains, by 110 minutes, over different zones across the country as a part of Mission Raftaar, that was announced in Railway Budget 2016-2017, to provide...