Under this mechanism, Tatkal bookings are confirmed only after OTP verification, a safeguard to ensure tickets reach genuine travellers. Following the success of pilot runs, Indian Railways will soon extend its one‑time password (OTP) system for Tatkal ticket booking at reservation counters to all passenger trains nationwide. “This initiative is aimed at curbing misuse of...
Category: Railways & Metro Rail
Post
Post
DFCCIL Trial Run Paves Way for JNPA Link to Western Dedicated Freight Corridor
The trial marks a key step towards commissioning the Vaitarna‑JNPT section of the WDFC, directly linking India’s largest container handling port to the corridor and enhancing speed, reliability, and port‑based logistics networks. The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corp. of India Ltd (DFCCIL) has achieved a key milestone in the final phase of the Western Dedicated Freight...
Post
Cabinet Approves ₹27.8 Billion Rail Multitracking to Boost Gujarat and Maharashtra Connectivity
The projects span two corridors: Devbhumi Dwarka (Okha)-Kanalus doubling (141 km) and Badlapur–Karjat third and fourth lines (32 km). The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two multi‑tracking projects of Indian Railways, estimated to cost ₹27.8 billion. The projects include the Devbhumi Dwarka (Okha)-Kanalus Doubling (141 km)...
Post
Vaishnaw Stresses Industry-Aligned Skilling to Power India’s Digital and Electronics Growth
Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways and Electronics & IT, inaugurated a Skill India Centre (SIC) in Baraut, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday, joined by Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Education. Union Minister for Railways and Electronics & IT Ashwini Vaishnaw has highlighted the need for skilling programmes to align...
Post
DFCCIL Freight Operations Surge 48% as Corridors, Terminals Expand
In FY2024-25, DFCCIL added 37 road over bridges, 50 flyovers, and 544 under bridges, marking major progress on its Eastern and Western freight corridors. Expansion in infrastructure and connectivity have resulted in the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd (DFCCIL)’s train operations on Eastern and Western dedicated rail freight corridors registering a significant increase...
Post
Indian Railways Freight Loading Surges Past 1 Billion Tonne Milestone This Fiscal
Daily loading remains robust at around 4.4 MT, higher than 4.2 MT last year, demonstrating improved operational efficiency and sustained demand. Indian Railways, the world’s fourth‑largest rail transporter, crossed the landmark 1 billion tonnes of freight loading for FY2025‑26 on November 19, propelled by strong demand in coal, iron ore, cement, and container traffic. This...
Post
Indian Railways Unveils Cement Freight Policy with Flat Rates, New Containers, and Bulk Terminals
Cement freight will now be charged at a flat rate of ₹0.90 per tonne per kilometre, based on actual distance covered. Indian Railways, the world’s fourth‑largest rail transporter, has rationalised freight rates, introduced customised containers, and unveiled a new policy to establish bulk terminals for cement. The initiative is being viewed as part of the...
Post
Otis India to Equip Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Stations with 55 Elevators and Escalators
The Otis Worldwide Corp.’s India subsidiary will apply its engineering expertise to deliver future-ready vertical transport solutions tailored for high-speed rail infrastructure. Otis India has secured a series of orders from the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) to supply a total of 55 elevators and escalators across six stations and one depot on...
Post
Railways Deploys 6,181 Special Trains for Post-Chhath Return; Bihar Stations Reinforced for Festive Rush
In a cultural first, Indian Railways has begun playing Chhath songs at major stations to immerse passengers in the festive spirit, evoking the essence of home, tradition, and devotion throughout their journey. Indian Railways is facilitating a smooth and comfortable return journey for passengers after Chhath Puja by operating 6,181 special trains across the country....
Post
Vaishnaw Visits Delhi Station as Railways Set to Run Record 12,011 Festive Trains
On September 23, Indian Railways announced plans to operate 12,011 special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja, up from 7,724 last year, marking a 55.5 per cent increase. Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw visited New Delhi Railway Station late Tuesday evening to review crowd management at India’s second-busiest station, even as the world’s fourth-largest rail...