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Railway research arm asked for probe after Shatabdi engine wheel skids on wet rails during emergency braking
New Delhi-Chandigarh Shatabdi Express was recently involved in a cattle run-over incident between Rathdhana and Sonipat in the Northern Railway zone when the loco pilot tried to stop the train using emergency brakes.
Junk to jackpot in just 6 months: How Railways made Rs 323 crore from old & discarded material lying across its yards and depots
Central Railway has earned Rs 323.50 crore through scrap sales between April and September 2026, the highest among Indian Railways’ zonal networks during the period. The revenue came from auctioning old tracks, worn-out sleepers, metal, e-waste and condemned locomotives, coaches and wagons under its Zero Scrap Mission.
24 hours to under 16 hours: After 30 years of waiting, Mumbai-Bengaluru rail journey may get a major upgrade as second Vande Bharat sleeper set to launch this month
Mumbai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Sleeper: Indian Railways is preparing to launch its second Vande Bharat Sleeper train, connecting KSR Bengaluru with Mumbai CSMT. The overnight service is expected to cover the journey in under 16 hours, with tentative timings of 10 pm departure from Bengaluru and 10:30 pm from Mumbai. The train will feature AC 3-tier, AC 2-tier and First Class coaches.
255 elephants saved from train collisions: How Railways is using 'Plan Bee' to keep elephants off tracks
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has helped save 255 elephants from potential train collisions between January and September 2026 through AI-based alerts, enhanced patrolling, speed restrictions and coordination with forest officials. Measures such as the Plan Bee system and wildlife underpasses are also being used to protect elephants near railway tracks.
Rs 4 crore gold robbery at railway station: Victim’s quick photo leads police to getaway car, cop clings to fleeing vehicle and is dragged 500 metres before stopping it
A gold robbery at Kheda Railway Station in Gujarat was solved within hours after Ahmedabad Rural Police and Railway Police tracked down all four accused. Police recovered 2.90 kg of gold worth around Rs 4 crore and two vehicles used in the crime. The operation saw a dramatic chase in which a police inspector was dragged for around 500 metres.
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Going to Darjeeling on the Toy Train? This 146-year-old station has been recreated with a new attraction passengers won’t want to miss
The Northeast Frontier Railway has recreated the 146-year-old Sukna railway station in West Bengal to preserve and promote the heritage of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Toy Train. The station now features a photo gallery with QR codes offering historical details. With passenger footfall reaching record levels, NFR will also run additional Toy Train services during Durga Puja to meet the festive rush, an official told ANI.
'I genuinely didn’t expect this from Indian Railways': Mother travelling with 2-year-old asks pantry staff to prepare oats; what they did in just 5 minutes wins hearts online
A mother travelling from Bihar to Bengaluru with her 2-year-old son praised Indian Railways pantry staff for preparing oats for her toddler during the long train journey. She shared how the staff quickly cooked the meal within five minutes and willingly helped her. Her Instagram post drew attention online, with users sharing similar experiences of railway staff assisting parents travelling with young children.
Man books retiring room through IRCTC by paying Rs 333 for western bathroom, ends up with Indian toilet in the room; court orders Rs 20,000 compensation
Chandigarh State Consumer Commission increased the compensation for a senior citizen after inadequate toilet facilities were provided. The complainant, aged 73, booked a retiring room expecting a Western toilet but found an Indian toilet. Following initial acknowledgment of the error, the refund was denied after the room was not used. Initially awarded only Rs 3,000, the compensation was raised to Rs 20,000 for mental anguish and litigation expenses.
Vande Bharat races across world’s highest Chenab & first cable-stayed Anji bridges at 100 kmph as Katra-Banihal speed limit rises from 75 to 100 kmph
Vande Bharat milestone: The maximum permissible speed on the 111-km Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Banihal railway section has been increased from 75 kmph to 100 kmph. A Vande Bharat Express successfully crossed the Chenab Railway Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge, and Anji Khad Bridge, India’s first cable-stayed railway bridge, at 100 kmph. The speed upgrade is expected to reduce travel time and improve connectivity under the USBRL project.
Ara derailment: Warning ignored, rules bypassed? Railway Board had flagged the issue 2 weeks earlier, yet officials deployed crew without proper route learning
Ara derailment: The loco pilot of the Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express, which derailed at Bihar’s Ara Junction on September 7, had reportedly not completed the required route learning, according to railway records. The preliminary investigation found that the crew initially overshot a red signal before reversing the train, during which it derailed. The Railway Board had warned zones about such violations days before the incident.
Railway Assistant Loco Pilot CBT-2 result 2026 released: Check who made it to the next stage, merit list PDF, cut-off marks and CBAT date
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the ALP CBT-2 Result 2026 for candidates who appeared for the Assistant Loco Pilot examination held on July 28. Candidates can check the merit list and zone-wise cut-off marks on their respective RRB regional websites. Those who qualify will appear for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) scheduled for October 30, while the scorecard download facility will remain available until October 16.
Mangaluru railway region now under Mysuru: What changes for passengers, trains and Vande Bharat services
The Mangaluru railway region has officially shifted from the Palakkad Division of Southern Railway to the Mysuru Division of South Western Railway after decades under Palakkad. Operational control changed from Thursday, while administrative and financial separation is expected to take another 30 to 45 days. Meanwhile, railway users have raised concerns over changes to the Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat service.
US sanctions Iran’s major automakers, rail firms under new rules from October 1
Washington’s latest Iran squeeze runs on wheels: The United States has imposed new sanctions targeting Iran's automotive and rail industries as of October 1. Major Iranian automotive companies such as Iran Khodro and Saipa are on the sanctions blacklist. Additionally, Iranian railway entities including the Islamic Republic of Iran Railway Company have also been sanctioned. This framework allows blocking sanctions on designated companies and individuals in these sectors.
Railway passengers looted at gunpoint for 75 minutes on train, TTE and coach attendant were missing; NCDRC orders Rs 20,000 compensation
In what can be termed as a shocking theft, armed robbers boarded train number 5610 in 2004 and looted for about 1 hour 15 minutes then pulled the chain and managed to vanish without trace. Police are yet to find the actual robbers since the persons whom the police caught have been acquitted in court.
'Would this happen in India?...' Indian woman missed Italy train by just 60 seconds. Her next experience has people questioning Indian Railways
In a travel mishap, an Indian woman missed her train from Naples to Florence by a mere minute, following a sudden schedule adjustment. Rather than incurring the cost of a new ticket, she and other displaced passengers were fortunate to receive aid from the railway staff, who facilitated free rebooking on a later train. This event ignited a conversation on social platforms about the discrepancies in passenger treatment globally.
Running water trains: Railways ready to transport water to drought-hit Maharashtra, but state must first find a water source
Central Railway is open to running special water trains to drought-hit districts of Maharashtra if the state government provides an adequate water source. The railway zone has not yet received a formal request. With 265 of Maharashtra’s 358 talukas declared drought-hit, officials said the scale of the current situation could make the operation more challenging than the 2016 Latur water train.
This bullet train runs under the sea at 320 kmph: How Hayabusa Shinkansen makes it possible
Japan’s Hayabusa Shinkansen can reach speeds of up to 320 kmph while travelling through the Seikan Tunnel, one of the world’s longest undersea railway tunnels. Connecting Honshu with Hokkaido, the 53.85-km tunnel has 23.3 km of track beneath the sea. Here’s what makes the high-speed train and its underwater journey remarkable.
Booked but no ticket, money debited? Delhi HC seeks Railways, IRCTC response on plea seeking audit of online reservation system
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the Ministry of Railways and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) on a Public Interest Litigation seeking an independent audit of the online railway ticket reservation system over alleged technical failures and possible unfair access to available tickets.
Darjeeling 'Toy Train' chugs into top 50 global destinations in 2027
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has been named among Lonely Planet’s 50 Best in Travel 2027 destinations, with Darjeeling recognised as a top destination for a toy-train journey.
Repeated hospital trips, costly AC travel: Supreme Court pushes for railway concessions for acid attack survivors
Supreme Court has asked the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities to participate in framing a policy for railway travel concessions for acid attack survivors who need frequent trips to specialised hospitals. The Centre has agreed in principle to provide the concession and proposed including eligible survivors under the existing ‘patient category’. The court will consider the matter further after the draft policy is placed on record.
75-day traffic & power block: From October 1, 8 Mumbai-bound trains to be short-terminated as CSMT redevelopment resumes
Central Railway will impose a 75-day traffic and power block at CSMT from October 1 to December 15 for redevelopment work, affecting platforms 14 and 15. Eight long-distance trains will be short-terminated at Dadar and Thane during the period. The block is part of the Rs 2,450-crore CSMT redevelopment project, whose completion deadline has been extended to October 2028.
Fire breaks out in pantry car of empty Mumbai-Howrah train rake at CSMT
A fire broke out in the pantry car of an empty Mumbai-Howrah train at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. The incident happened early Wednesday morning, around 3.40 am, with no passengers present. Fire brigade personnel were notified and arrived within minutes to control the situation. The blaze was effectively extinguished shortly after 4 am, preventing any injuries. Central Railway confirmed that no casualties occurred during this incident.
Railways to tighten component checks to fix warranty gaps
Indian Railways is implementing a stricter compliance framework for component warranty markings to prevent issues. Recent equipment failures have highlighted problems with illegible or incomplete markings on mechanical parts. The focus will be on ensuring complete and accurate markings for critical freight components. Zonal railways will conduct random checks on newly supplied components to enforce compliance effectively.
Railway passengers will see stricter checks from October 1, train ticket verifications to intensify; pass holders, concessions, quotas and PTO users must carry original ID
Railways train checking drive from October 1: Central Railway will run a month long ticket checking drive from October 1 to October 31, 2026, targeting concession tickets, reserved quota tickets and various railway passes. Passengers on shared tickets must carry valid ID, and E-Pass or PTO holders must carry original ID along with a properly converted travel authority, failing which they risk being treated as ticketless and fined.
70 level crossings converted to electric barriers in Chennai: What this means for road users waiting at busy railway crossings
Southern Railway is replacing manual level-crossing barriers with electrically operated lifting barriers (EOLBs) across the Chennai Division, cutting opening and closing time from up to three minutes to around eight to 12 seconds. Of 143 manned level crossings, 70 have been upgraded so far, while Emergency Sliding Booms have been installed at 133 crossings as an additional safety measure.
Passenger urinates inside crowded train coach, internet is furious; Railway Seva responds after disturbing incident caught on camera
A viral video allegedly showing a man urinating inside a crowded train coach has sparked outrage online, with passengers seen confronting him in the footage. The video, shared on X, has drawn criticism over public hygiene and passenger behaviour, while Railway Seva has sought details including the train number, PNR, mobile number and date and time to investigate the incident.
India’s first LNG-powered train is here: 1,400 HP power cars to replace nearly 40% of diesel use while cutting carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides & particulate emissions
India’s first LNG-powered train is here: Amit Shah flagged off India’s first LNG-powered train in Gujarat and launched railway projects worth more than Rs 1,542 crore at Sabarmati. The projects include a diesel-LNG dual-fuel train, Kavach safety system across 404 km, automatic signalling, a Rs 700 crore WAG-12 locomotive maintenance shed and the Sabarmati-Sarkhej line doubling project.
Remove 43 TASMAC liquor shops near railway stations & tracks: Railway flags drinking, trespassing and safety risks across Tamil Nadu
Southern Railway has asked the Tamil Nadu government to relocate 43 TASMAC liquor outlets near railway stations and tracks in Chennai and neighbouring districts, citing safety concerns, trespassing deaths, accidents and passenger complaints. The railway has flagged issues including people entering railway premises, track crossings, disturbances and littering, while TASMAC has said finding suitable alternative locations remains a challenge.
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