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Railway announces revolutionary plans: No more waiting lists, every passenger guaranteed a confirmed berth

Railway announces revolutionary plans: No more waiting lists, every passenger guaranteed a confirmed berth

Fri, May 17, 2024

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw assured the public that the era of perennial waiting lists is nearing its end. With a strategic focus on infrastructure development, the government aims to eliminate waiting lists within the next five to six years, promising an efficient and hassle-free travel experience for millions of passengers.

Railways will play a vital role in India's growth journey: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways will play a vital role in India's growth journey: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Sat, Dec 16, 2023

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said railways will play a vital role in India's growth journey as he conferred the 'Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar' (AVRSP) on 100 railway employees from various zones, divisions, production units, and railway PSUs all over the country for their outstanding services.

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Oversees Andhra Train Accident Situation from War Room

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Oversees Andhra Train Accident Situation from War Room

Mon, Oct 30, 2023

The horrific train accident on Oct 29 in Andhra Pradesh’s Vizianagram district has jolted the nation. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw took stock of the situation from the war room in Delhi. Notably, the death toll has mounted to 11, and at least 50 people were injured in the tragic accident. CPRO East Coast Railways informed that 18 trains have been cancelled and around 22 have been diverted. The Prime Minister has also announced the ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased.

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Railways to operate Vande Bharat Metro train between Jammu and Srinagar: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways to operate Vande Bharat Metro train between Jammu and Srinagar: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Sun, Mar 26, 2023

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said it has been decided to set up a Vande Bharat Express train maintenance facility at Badgam in the Kashmir Valley and in the first go Vande Bharat Metro will be run between Jammu and Srinagar cities once this important railway link, which will connect the Kashmir Valley with the rest of the country through rail network gets completed.

First Vande Bharat train of Rajasthan reaching Jaipur by March end

First Vande Bharat train of Rajasthan reaching Jaipur by March end

Wed, Mar 22, 2023

Rail officials said that the entry/exit gates of the train will be automatic. Two charging sockets under the seat and two LED screens have been put on either side to show the live running status of the train.

Vande Bharat Viral Garbage Photo: Railway Minister directs authorities to change cleaning system in Vande Bharat trains, seeks cooperation from people

Vande Bharat Viral Garbage Photo: Railway Minister directs authorities to change cleaning system in Vande Bharat trains, seeks cooperation from people

Sat, Jan 28, 2023

Vande Bharat Viral Garbage Photo Latest Update: The railway minister emphasised on adopting the cleaning process as it is practiced in flights. In this process, a worker will move across the coaches with a garbage collection bag and ask passengers to put litter in it.

Railways planning to launch Jagannath Express during next Rath Jatra: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways planning to launch Jagannath Express during next Rath Jatra: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Sun, Nov 27, 2022

By the month of January or February next year, the country will be manufacturing around four trains a month, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said adding: "We are examining the electrification and other essential parts for running the Vande Bharat train in the state."

Railways suffered loss of Rs 259.44 crore during Agnipath protests says government

Railways suffered loss of Rs 259.44 crore during Agnipath protests says government

Sat, Jul 23, 2022

In a reply in Rajya Sabha, Union Railway Minister Ashwani Vaishnaw said that in 2022, the Indian Railways suffered loss of Rs 259.44 crore due to damage or destruction of railway assets.

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: Latest update from Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: Latest update from Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Wed, Mar 23, 2022

Approximately 89 percent of land required for Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has been acquired by the Centre, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.

Railways to be highly profitable in coming 5-6 years: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways to be highly profitable in coming 5-6 years: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Tue, Jan 11, 2022

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday that railways will be "highly profitable" in coming 5-6 years with its ongoing transformative initiatives.

Tourist circuit trains in northeast to cover all prominent locations: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Tourist circuit trains in northeast to cover all prominent locations: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Wed, Jan 05, 2022

Tourist circuit trains will be introduced in the northeast, covering all prominent locations of the region, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said.

Piyush Goyal launches 'Rail Drishti Dashboard' for customers

Piyush Goyal launches 'Rail Drishti Dashboard' for customers

Mon, Feb 25, 2019

Railways Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday launched Rail Drishti dashboard –encompassing all the digitisation efforts in Indian Railways and promoting transparency and accountability.

Piyush Goyal launches 'Rail Drishti Dashboard'

Piyush Goyal launches 'Rail Drishti Dashboard'

Mon, Feb 25, 2019

Railways Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday launched Rail Drishti dashboard –encompassing all the digitisation efforts in Indian Railways and promoting transparency and accountability.

Exclusive conversation with Railway Minister Piyush Goyal on Vande Bharat Express,

Exclusive conversation with Railway Minister Piyush Goyal on Vande Bharat Express,

Fri, Feb 15, 2019

Vande Bharat Express, India's first semi-high speed train, was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday from the New Delhi railway station amid sombre mood in the backdrop of the terror attack in Pulwama.

Indian Railways has Rs 35,000 cr plan to electrify all lines across country: Official

Indian Railways has Rs 35,000 cr plan to electrify all lines across country: Official

Sun, Oct 21, 2018

A Rs 35,000 crore plan has been drawn up for electrification of all Indian Railways lines across the country, Railway Board Member Ghanshyam Singh said here Sunday.

Nirmala Sitharaman gets Defence, Piyush Goyal made Railways Minister

Nirmala Sitharaman gets Defence, Piyush Goyal made Railways Minister

Sun, Sep 03, 2017

As the Defence Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman will be a member of the crucial Cabinet Committee on Security whose members include the Prime Minister, Home Minister, External Affairs Minister and the Finance Minister.

Here are the 10 cleanest railway stations in India

Here are the 10 cleanest railway stations in India

Wed, May 17, 2017

The railway stations were voted on the basis of passenger feedback so as to find gaps to push for cleanliness.

No privatisation of railways, public service paramount, says Prabhu

No privatisation of railways, public service paramount, says Prabhu

Thu, Apr 27, 2017

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has ruled out privatisation of Indian Railways, saying it cannot ignore the common man who depends hugely on the public transporter.

Suresh Prabhu launches new rail coach with glass roof, GPS

Suresh Prabhu launches new rail coach with glass roof, GPS

Mon, Apr 17, 2017

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on Sunday inaugurated the new Vistadome coach which has glass roof, LED lights, GPS-based info system and rotating seats among other features.

Cabinet approves setting up of rail regulator

Cabinet approves setting up of rail regulator

Thu, Apr 06, 2017

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the establishment of a Rail Development Authority, an independent regulatory body, to determine tariffs, an official said.

Railways offer platforms for setting up over 2,000 ATMs

Railways offer platforms for setting up over 2,000 ATMs

Sun, Jan 08, 2017

Eyeing about Rs 2,000 crore annually from non-tariff sources, Railways is all set to reach out to big names from the advertising world for spaces in trains, level crossings and areas along tracks besides offering major platforms for installing over 2000 ATMs.

Prabhu says control population to tackle environment issues

Prabhu says control population to tackle environment issues

Mon, Jun 06, 2016

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu today made a strong pitch for controlling human population to tackle environmental issues and to reduce the pressure on natural resources caused by growing demand.

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