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Runaway Train Chaos: Freight Train Goes Rogue in India

There was chaos in India. When a freight train left without a driver It runs across from the state of Jammu and Kashmir to the state of Punjab. On February 25, a shocking incident took place in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir when a freight train suddenly “escaped” from the platform of the […]

Train Accident in Bihar: Ten Trains Cancelled and 21 Diverted; Four Dead and Dozens Injured

Deadly Train Accident in Bihar: Ten Trains Cancelled and 21 Diverted Patna, Bihar – Following a tragic train accident in Bihar, Indian Railways announced the cancellation of ten train services while diverting 21 others, inconveniencing numerous passengers. Among the affected trains, the Patna-Kashi Janshatabdi (15126) and Kashi Patna Janshatabdi Express (15125) are among the eight […]

Introducing Vande Sadharan: A New Non-AC Train for Common Passengers

Vande Sadharan Train to be Launched, Catering to Common Passengers Pathanamthitta ∙ In a bid to address complaints and cater to the needs of common passengers, the Indian Railways is all set to launch the much-awaited Vande Sadharan train. While the Vandebharat AC trains have been gaining popularity, the Railways acknowledged the concerns raised about […]

Fire on the train in Kannur; A bogie was burnt: arson is suspected

Kannur ∙ The bogie of the stopped train was burnt at Kannur railway station. The bogie of the Alappuzha – Kannur Executive Express train which was stopped in the 8th yard near the 3rd platform was burnt. The incident happened around half an hour after midnight. No one was injured. The railway authorities say arson […]

30 percent YoY growth for IRCTC; Net profit stood at Rs 279 crore

IRCTC, the tourism and ticketing arm of Indian Railways, has reported a YoY growth of 30 percent. In the fourth quarter ended March, IRCTC reported a 30 percent increase in net profit to Rs 279 crore. The company posted a net profit of Rs 214 crore in the same period last year. The company’s board […]

The number of coaches in three trains including Jan Shatabdi has temporarily increased

Thiruvananthapuram: In view of the rush of passengers, the Railways has informed that the number of coaches has been increased in three trains including Shatabdi. Thiruvananthapuram-Kozhikode Janasatabdi (12076) and Kozhikode-Thiruvananthapuram Janasatabdi added one chair coach each between May 12 and 28 and Mangaluru-Thiruvananthapuram Maveli Express (16603) with one three-tier AC coach on May 14. Vande […]

‘development at its peak, magnificent’; Tallest Railway Bridge – Images – Indian Railways | Stunning pictures of Chenab Bridge | The World’s Highest Railway Bridge

Srinagar – Considered a tourist paradise, Srinagar is another sight to behold in Indian Railways. Railways has shared stunning pictures of the world’s tallest railway bridge being built on the river Chenab. The bridge is part of the 111 km stretch from Katra to Banihal on the Udhampur – Srinagar – Baramulla railway. The various […]

4 trains canceled completely | Covid, Trains Canceled, Manorama News

Thiruvananthapuram: Four trains from 22nd to 27th have been completely canceled due to the expansion of Thiruvananthapuram-Kovil, railway officials said. 1) Nagercoil-Kottayam Express (no.16366). 2) Kollam – Thiruvananthapuram Unreserved Express (06425) 3) Kottayam-Kollam Unreserved Express (06431). 4) Thiruvananthapuram – Nagercoil Unreserved Express (06435) English Summary: Trains cancelled due to Covid