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St Pancras International station in London

20.08.2026

Reopened in Minutes; the Tube Doors Did Not

Duddeston Junction Viaduct under construction beside the live railway in Birmingham

20.08.2026

Half of HS2’s Longest Curzon Viaduct Won’t Be Slid at All

Frecciarossa 1000 high-speed train at Paris Gare de Lyon

20.08.2026

Australia Wants Proven High-Speed Trains, Not New Ones

India Prepares for Bullet Train Era with Advanced Shinkansen Technology

15.07.2025

India Prepares for Bullet Train Era with Advanced Shinkansen Technology

India is moving closer to launching its first bullet train, as trials with E5 trains will start before the latest E10 variant enters full service by 2030.
Comfort Upgrade: More AC Chair Cars on Key Indian Trains

14.07.2025

Comfort Upgrade: More AC Chair Cars on Key Indian Trains

Indian Railways has expanded seating to increase comfort for passengers by adding new AC chair car coaches to two major Prayagraj–Lucknow trains.
Indian Railways will invest $199 billion in railway modernization by 2031. The company actively allocates funds, reports Indian media

14.07.2025

Indian Railways Enhances Pilgrim Services During Shrawan Season

Indian Railways has launched a strategic plan during Shrawan to manage rising pilgrim traffic and ensure safety and comfort at major stations across the country.
Indian Railways has implemented a new policy limiting waiting list tickets to 25% of total train berths to reduce overcrowding and simplify bookings.

12.07.2025

Indian Railways Introduces New Ticketing and Fare Rules in July

Indian Railways has launched a set of updated rules in July 2025, requiring Aadhaar verification for Tatkal bookings and adjusting fares and chart preparation to improve transparency and passenger services.

12.07.2025

Bengaluru–Shivamogga Vande Bharat Express Train Set to Launch Soon

A new Vande Bharat Express train will soon connect Bengaluru and Shivamogga, offering a faster and more efficient option for business travelers, students, and professionals across Central Karnataka.
Indian Railways is preparing a massive upgrade of its 100-year-old train control systems to improve operational safety, reduce delays, and enhance speed across the national rail network

12.07.2025

Indian Railways Finalizes Semi High-Speed Corridor Plan

Indian Railways has finalized the DPR for a semi high-speed rail corridor connecting Pune, Ahilyanagar, Shirdi, and Nashik, enhancing transport and economic ties in Maharashtra.
Calcutta High Court Orders Railways to Inspect Stone Land

12.07.2025

Calcutta High Court Orders Railways to Inspect Stone Land

Calcutta High Court has ordered Indian Railways to inspect land in Birbhum where nearly 200,000 tonnes of black stone may have been extracted without full legal clearance.
Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project

09.07.2025

Daman Ganga Bridge Completed as Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project Gains Momentum

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project reached a major milestone as NHSRCL completed the Daman Ganga River bridge, finalizing all five crossings in Gujarat’s Valsad district.
India Invests ₹10,000 Crore in Bihar’s Railway Infrastructure

08.07.2025

India Invests ₹10,000 Crore in Bihar’s Railway Infrastructure

The Indian government has announced a ₹10,000 crore rail infrastructure investment in Bihar, aiming to transform the state’s railway network through modernization and expansion.
The Bairabi–Sairang railway line connects Aizawl to India’s national railway network, built using materials and labor from across the country despite terrain and transport challenges

06.07.2025

Bairabi–Sairang railway line connects Aizawl to rail grid

The Bairabi–Sairang railway line connects Aizawl to India’s national railway network, built using materials and labor from across the country despite terrain and transport challenges.
The RailOne app from Indian Railways combines ticket booking, real-time updates, and travel services in a single platform, streamlining how passengers manage their journeys.

06.07.2025

RailOne app transforms Indian Railways passenger experience

The RailOne app from Indian Railways combines ticket booking, real-time updates, and travel services in a single platform, streamlining how passengers manage their journeys.
Nagpur Railway Station’s central concourse is set to transform passenger travel by offering direct metro access, enhanced connectivity, and cutting-edge amenities across a wide, elevated structure

06.07.2025

Nagpur Railway Station’s central concourse redefines rail travel

Nagpur Railway Station’s central concourse is set to transform passenger travel by offering direct metro access, enhanced connectivity, and cutting-edge amenities across a wide, elevated structure.