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Amtrak Heartland Flyer train beside a platform at Fort Worth Central Station

26.08.2026

Texas funding keeps Heartland Flyer service running in 2027

Te Waihorotiu Station entrance in central Auckland before City Rail Link passenger services begin

25.08.2026

Final City Rail Link emergency exercise before opening

Sydney Trains service at Chatswood station beneath overhead wiring

25.08.2026

Sydney Trains overhead wiring support cable snaps

The Ministry of Railways has introduced a festive season offer on return journey tickets, giving passengers a 20% rebate on the base fare for selected dates and routes.

10.08.2025

Discounted return journey tickets for festive season travel

The Ministry of Railways has introduced a festive season offer on return journey tickets, giving passengers a 20% rebate on the base fare for selected dates and routes.
Two goods trains derailed in Jharkhand’s Seraikela-Kharswan district on Saturday, disrupting rail traffic, cancelling express services, and forcing diversions across the South Eastern Railway’s Adra division.

10.08.2025

Major disruption as goods trains derail in Jharkhand

Two goods trains derailed in Jharkhand’s Seraikela-Kharswan district on Saturday, disrupting rail traffic, cancelling express services, and forcing diversions across the South Eastern Railway’s Adra division.
‘Rudrastra’, India’s longest freight train, demonstrates Indian Railways’ commitment to efficiency by combining six rakes into one powerful formation that speeds up cargo movement and reduces operating costs.

10.08.2025

‘Rudrastra’ Sets Record as India’s Longest Freight Train

‘Rudrastra’, India’s longest freight train, demonstrates Indian Railways’ commitment to efficiency by combining six rakes into one powerful formation that speeds up cargo movement and reduces operating costs.
Anantnag railway station launches freight services

09.08.2025

Anantnag railway station begins freight operations in Kashmir Valley

The Anantnag railway station has officially begun freight operations, improving logistics, lowering transportation costs, and offering new business opportunities for the Kashmir Valley region.
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train will soon begin service, cutting travel time to just over two hours and connecting major cities along a 508-km corridor.

05.08.2025

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train to launch, cutting travel time

India’s first Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train will soon launch, reducing travel time to two hours and seven minutes between the two financial and industrial hubs.
Itarsi-Nagpur fourth rail line to boost regional transit

03.08.2025

Itarsi-Nagpur fourth rail line to boost regional transit

The Indian government has approved the Itarsi-Nagpur fourth rail line, a 339-km project designed to enhance pilgrim access and regional connectivity across three states.

03.08.2025

Aluabari New Jalpaiguri Railway to Get Two New Rail Lines

The Indian government has approved two new tracks for the Aluabari New Jalpaiguri Railway, enhancing capacity and economic integration across the growing Northeast transportation corridor.
Knorr-Bremse Opens AI Center in Chennai

01.08.2025

Knorr-Bremse Opens Global AI Center in India

Knorr-Bremse has launched a new artificial intelligence center in Chennai, located in southeastern India. This facility will serve as a global innovation hub where around 70 experts are set to begin work in August 2025.
Hydrogen Train Tested Successfully in India

01.08.2025

Indian Hydrogen Train Successfully Completes Testing

The hydrogen train successfully completed trials in India, marking a key milestone in the nation’s sustainable transport strategy and commitment to clean energy solutions.
Jammu to Vaishno Devi Katra railway line approved for survey

31.07.2025

Jammu to Vaishno Devi Katra railway line approved for survey

The Jammu to Vaishno Devi Katra railway line has received official survey approval to enhance pilgrimage travel and strengthen regional connectivity, according to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw’s recent announcement.
$6.3 Billion Investment in Mumbai Rail Network

30.07.2025

$6.3 Billion Upgrade Approved for Mumbai Rail Network

Mumbai Rail Network will receive a $6. 3 billion investment to expand key corridors, modernize the fleet, and improve service for millions of daily passengers in India’s financial capital.
India Faces Low Demand for Ro-Ro Train Launch

30.07.2025

Low Demand Threatens Ro-Ro Car Train Launch in India

India launched its first Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) car train between Maharashtra and Goa, but demand has remained surprisingly low since bookings opened last week.