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December 31, 2025 4:49 PM

Year-Ender 2025 | Indian Railways: Expanding networks, safer travel, and modernised services

Indian Railways recorded a year of steady infrastructure expansion and service upgrades in 2025, with progress visible across passenger services, safety systems, network capacity, and freight operations. The year reflected continued execution of long...

December 26, 2025 5:30 PM

Indian Railways to double originating train capacity in 48 cities by 2030

Indian Railways has unveiled plans to double the capacity of originating trains in 48 major cities across the country by the year 2030, aiming to address the rising demand for rail travel and ease congestion at busy stations, the Government of India ...

December 26, 2025 10:11 AM

Indian Railways rationalises passenger fares; No increase for suburban services and short second-class journeys

Indian Railways has rationalised its passenger fare structure with effect from December 26, 2025, aiming to balance passenger affordability with operational sustainability. Under the revised structure, there will be no increase in fares for suburban ...

December 16, 2025 5:52 PM

Rajasthan: Jaisalmer redeveloped railway station completed at cost of Rs 140 crore

Jaisalmer is set to get a major upgrade to its rail infrastructure with the completion of the redevelopment of its railway station at an estimated cost of Rs 140 crore. The revamped Jaisalmer railway station has been designed as a harmonious blend o...

December 15, 2025 9:55 PM

Indian Railways records 11.7% growth in fertiliser loading, strengthens supply to farmers

Indian Railways has recorded an 11.7 per cent increase in fertiliser loading in the current financial year so far, reinforcing its role in ensuring timely and uninterrupted supply of essential agricultural inputs to farmers across the country. Accor...

December 14, 2025 4:50 PM

Indian Railways records surge in LHB coach production, manufactures over 42,600 coaches in 11 years

Indian Railways has made significant strides in modernising its passenger rolling stock, with the production of more than 42,600 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches over the past 11 years, reflecting a strong push towards safer, smoother and more effic...

December 12, 2025 4:09 PM

Indian Railways records best safety performance in decades; annual accidents fall from 171 to 11

Indian Railways has reported its strongest safety performance in decades, with the number of annual consequential train accidents dropping sharply from an average of 171 between 2004 and 2014 to 31 in 2024–25 and just 11 so far in 2025–26. The up...

December 11, 2025 3:44 PM

Indian Railways scales up renewable energy use for traction, nears full electrification of broad gauge network

Indian Railways has significantly expanded its renewable energy footprint, commissioning 812 MW of solar power and 93 MW of wind power for traction use as part of its push toward becoming a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030. The latest progress was sha...

December 11, 2025 2:55 PM

Indian Railways enhances ticketing system with stronger cyber security, Aadhaar-based verification

Indian Railways has strengthened its ticket reservation system with multiple cybersecurity upgrades and new verification measures aimed at curbing misuse and improving access to genuine passengers. According to information shared by Railway Minister ...

December 7, 2025 6:08 PM

Indian Railways deploys 89 special trains as IndiGo flight disruptions cause travel rush

Indian Railways on Saturday announced 89 special train services, covering more than 100 trips over the next three days, to handle the sudden surge in passenger traffic caused by widespread IndiGo flight cancellations and the seasonal winter rush. The...