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Ashwini Vaishnaw told the Lok Sabha that train timings, platform details and coach positions are available through mobile applications, station display systems and public announcements, responding to concerns over the absence of coach display facilities at certain railway stations

Indian Railways approved a ₹440 crore project to construct a 14.52 km third line between Nimpura West Outer Cabin and Midnapur in South Eastern Railway. The project aims to reduce congestion, boost freight capacity, and improve passenger and goods movement on a high-density corridor

The indigenous innovation places India among a select group of nations with hydrogen fuel-cell technology, but its wider rollout will depend on overcoming cost, supply and infrastructure challenges

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Indian Railways would have faced a major crisis during the recent West Asia conflict had it remained dependent on diesel before 2014. He highlighted nearly 99 per cent railway electrification while flagging off India's first hydrogen-powered train in Haryana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. The zero-emission train, powered by hydrogen fuel cells, marks a major milestone in sustainable rail transport and showcases India's growing indigenous railway engineering capabilities 

India will launch its first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route, marking a milestone in sustainable rail transport. Powered by hydrogen fuel cells with near-zero emissions, the project supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat, green mobility, and India's National Green Hydrogen Mission 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. The zero-emission, 10-coach train marks a historic shift toward sustainable, green mass transit for Indian Railways

India will enter the hydrogen-powered rail era as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the first hydrogen fuel cell trainset. The 10-coach train will run on the Jind-Sonipat route, using green hydrogen technology with zero direct emissions and advanced safety systems

The Railway Board has sought detailed responses from all railway zones to address the CAG's observations on sanitation lapses, including dirty toilets, passenger feedback manipulation, inadequate monitoring and financial indiscipline highlighted in its audit report on long-distance trains

Hi-tech City Railway Station in Hyderabad has been redeveloped at a cost of Rs 26 crore under the Amrit Station Scheme. The upgraded station now features modern passenger amenities, improved accessibility, a new foot overbridge, additional lifts, escalators, and enhanced platform facilities.

Indian Railways has approved three infrastructure projects worth Rs 1,131 crore, including optic fibre connectivity on the South Eastern Railway, doubling of the Mansi-Saharsa railway line in Bihar and an Electronic Interlocking project in the Asansol division to improve safety and operational efficiency

The government on Monday approved a Rs 270 crore project to install the indigenous Kavach automatic train protection system across 631 route kilometers of the East Coast Railway, enhancing collision avoidance and operational safety across six key regional corridors

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed redevelopment master plans for Borivali, Ambala Cantonment and Mangaluru Central stations. He stressed passenger convenience, minimal disruption to train operations, stakeholder consultations and creation of future-ready infrastructure to handle rising passenger traffic

Food safety regulator demands an action taken report from IRCTC; warns of serious public health and contamination risks

Three empty coaches of the Ujjain Express derailed during shunting operations near Rishikesh's Yog Nagari Railway Station. No injuries were reported, and an investigation is underway, marking the latest in a series of recent Indian railway incidents

Diya Kumari travelled by train from Jaipur to Ajmer supporting Narendra Modi’s fuel conservation appeal. The BJP’s ‘Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan’ campaign promotes public transport, energy savings, sustainable living, and reduced fuel consumption amid the global energy crisis

Omar Abdullah said the extended Vande Bharat Express service from Jammu to Srinagar will boost tourism, improve connectivity, and increase passenger capacity, while also highlighting efforts to strengthen the region’s startup ecosystem

Indian Railways earned Rs 6813.86 crore from scrap sales in FY 2025-26, exceeding its target. Non-fare revenue also rose significantly, supporting infrastructure upgrades and passenger services without increasing fares, the government said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Indian Railways has improved safety significantly through reforms and technology. Train accidents have dropped sharply over the past decade, with enhanced funding and policy focus contributing to a safer railway system for millions of passengers

Indian Railways has electrified 99.6 per cent of its broad gauge network, carried 741 crore passengers and achieved record freight movement in 2025–26. Major upgrades in safety systems, infrastructure and modern trains have improved efficiency, safety and passenger experience