INFRASTRUCTURE
Railways Sees 5.4% Freight Growth, Passenger Traffic Rises In August 26
Indian Railways recorded strong growth in both freight movement and passenger traffic in August 2026, with freight loading rising 5.4% year-on-year and 14 Amrit Bharat services being regularised to expand affordable long-distance connectivity. The railways loaded 137.9 million tonnes of freight during August, up from 130.9 million tonnes in August 2025. Freight revenue also increased […]
CW Bureau
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Sep 13, 2026
GENERAL
Railways Freight Loading Rises 4% In June; Passenger Traffic Hits 63.8 Cr
Indian Railways posted steady operational growth in June 2026, reporting higher freight loading, increased passenger traffic and continued expansion of premium passenger services, underlining its focus on strengthening the country’s logistics network and enhancing travel connectivity. Freight loading rose 4% year-on-year to 142.21 million tonnes in June 2026 from 136.71 million tonnes in the same […]
CW Bureau
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Jul 2, 2026
GENERAL
Indian Railways FY26: A Year Of Scale, Speed And Systemic Gains
Indian Railways delivered a strong, broad-based performance in FY26, registering significant progress across freight, passenger services, infrastructure, safety and digital systems, while marking its stamp of self-reliance in technology and manufacturing. The year’s gains underline its central role in powering economic activity, strengthening connectivity and enabling seamless mobility across India. Policy push for better passenger […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 5, 2026
