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Indian Railways

Indian Railways is a vast network. It connects cities and towns across the country. Established in the 19th century, it plays a crucial role in transportation. The railways support the economy by facilitating trade. They also promote tourism through scenic routes. Indian Railways is known for its diverse services. It includes luxury trains and local passenger services.

Indian Railways Announces ₹1.53 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects

Indian Railways approved infrastructure projects worth ₹1.53 lakh crore to enhance network capacity and modernise facilities. These projects cover track doubling, electrification, station redevelopment, and introduction of new...

 April 13, 2026

Indian Railways Expands Network Under PM Gati Shakti Plan

Indian Railways announced an investment of over ₹1.53 lakh crore for 2025-26 to expand more than 6,000 kilometres of railway network under the PM Gati Shakti National Master...

 April 12, 2026

Budget Choices Before Railways and Roads

The Union Budget plays a decisive role in shaping India’s infrastructure trajectory, but this year’s expectations go beyond headline capital expenditure figures. For Indian Railways, the Budget marks...

 January 30, 2026

Fog and the Winter Transport Gridlock

Every winter, fog becomes an invisible disruptor of India’s transport systems. Airlines and the Indian Railways face repeated delays, cancellations, and network congestion, particularly across northern India. Despite...

 January 13, 2026

India’s Rail Electrification Milestone

By November 2025, Indian Railways had electrified about 99.2% of its broad-gauge network, placing it among the most extensively electrified rail systems in the world. What appears today...

 January 8, 2026

Indian Railways: Safety and Revenue Challenges

As of 2024. Railways continues to grapple with safety concerns and financial sustainability. Recent incidents, including the derailment of the Agartala-Lokmanya Tilak Express on October 17 and a...

 October 25, 2024

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