INFRASTRUCTURE
Rail Minister Unveils Hi-speed Train Manufacturing Plant In Bengaluru
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw indicated that a Vande Bharat Express service between Mangaluru and Bengaluru would be launched soon, as part of efforts to strengthen coastal connectivity in Karnataka. The announcement came during the inauguration of ‘Aditya’, a specialised complex for manufacturing high-speed rail B-28 coaches at BEML’s Tippasandra campus in Bengaluru. Coastal linkages in […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 26, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE
Indian Railways Approves Over 900 Summer Special Trains For 3 Months
Indian Railways has taken significant steps to ensure smooth and comfortable travel for passengers during the peak summer season by approving 908 special train services across the country from April 15 to July 15, 2026, to manage the seasonal surge in passenger traffic. These trains will operate a total of 18,262 trips, aimed at ensuring […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 20, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE
Indian Railways Sanctions Nearly 100 Projects Worth ₹1,53,000 Cr In FY26
Indian Railways is undertaking a transformative expansion under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, with a strong focus on last-mile connectivity and inclusive growth across underserved regions. In FY26, the national transporter has sanctioned 100 railway projects spanning new lines, doubling, multitracking and related infrastructure, reinforcing its commitment to building a high-capacity, future-ready network. […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 12, 2026
GENERAL
Vande Bharat Express Sees 34% Growth In FY26 Passenger Traffic
Indian Railways has recorded a sharp surge in passenger patronage on the Vande Bharat Express network, with around 3.98 crore passengers travelling in FY26, marking a 34% growth over the previous year. This increase reflects the rising preference for fast, comfortable and modern rail travel across the country, with the Vande Bharat network serving over […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 11, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE
Indian Railways Approves ₹1,364 Cr For Kavach And Signalling Upgrade
Indian Railways has approved projects worth ₹1,364.45 crore aimed at strengthening safety, signalling and communication infrastructure across its network. The sanctioned works include deployment of Kavach on locomotives, expansion of optical fibre cable (OFC) networks, and migration from panel interlocking to advanced electronic interlocking systems across multiple zones. Kavach rollout accelerates in Southern Railway A […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 6, 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
GENERAL
From Grassroots To Rail Routes: OSOP Grants Market Access For Artisans
A quiet revolution is happening at railway stations across India, turning transit hubs into vibrant marketplaces for local craftsmanship. It is all about OSOP. The One Station One Product (OSOP) initiative of Indian Railways, announced in the Union Budget 2022–23, is designed to promote indigenous products by providing dedicated retail spaces for artisans and Self-Help […]
Sajan C Kumar
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Apr 4, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE
Sugs Lloyd Wins ₹639-Cr EPC Contract From Konkan Railway Corpn
New Delhi-based Sugs Lloyd Ltd has secured a ₹639.24-crore order from Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd for supply, installation, testing and commissioning of plant, along with SCADA-DMS systems, to be executed over 24 months. The company said the order marks a transformational milestone, significantly boosting its order book and providing multi-year revenue visibility. The scale of […]
CW Bureau
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Mar 22, 2026
GENERAL
Indian Railways’ RailOne App Gains Traction, Crosses 2.57 Cr Downloads
Indian Railways is witnessing strong traction for its all-in-one mobile platform, the RailOne App, designed to streamline both reserved and unreserved ticket booking. The RailOne App is rapidly gaining popularity among users. It has recorded 2.57 crore downloads so far and has been seeing 7.64 lakh average daily ticket bookings. This shows a broader shift […]
CW Bureau
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Mar 19, 2026
STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY
Concord Control Arm Wins ₹54-Cr Kavach 4.0 Order From Indian Railways
Concord Control Systems Ltd on Friday said its associate company, Progota India Pvt Ltd, has secured an order worth ₹53.73 crore from the Indian Railways for deployment of onboard Kavach 4.0 equipment. The order entails the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of onboard Kavach 4.0 systems, India’s indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) technology designed […]
CW Bureau
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Feb 28, 2026
