LOCOPILOTS
Indian Railways creates 13,000 new jobs for train drivers after West Bengal accident
According to instructions issued to general managers of all Zonal Railways, 18,799 vacancies for assistant locopilots (ALP) have been approved by the Railway Board. This is over 3.3 times the 5696 vacancies for ALP notified in January 2024.
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: No one knows what is happening in the railways these days, says Mamata Banerjee
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the central government following a train accident involving the Kanchanjunga Express, stating that the current state of affairs in the railways is unclear. She highlighted her tenure as Railways Minister, mentioning her implementation of anti-collision devices that significantly reduced train accidents. Banerjee expressed concerns over issues within the Railways Ministry, including the discontinuation of a separate Railways budget and perceived lack of importance given to the department.
Kanchanjungha Express Train Accident: Why was Kavach missing? Another disaster brings focus back to anti-collision system
Kanchanjungha Express Train Accident: A goods train collided with the Kanchanjungha Express collided near New Jalpaiguri, resulting in several deaths and over 60 injuries. The incident highlighted the absence of the railway's anti-collision system, "Kavach," designed to prevent such accidents. Developed by Indian Railways, Kavach aids in avoiding signal breaches and speeding, enhancing safety during adverse weather. Implementation challenges remain as Railways aims to cover 70,000 km with Kavach.
Kanchenjunga Express train meets with accident in Darjeeling; assistant loco pilot of goods train survives
A container goods train collided with the Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station in North Bengal, resulting in nine fatalities and 32 injuries. The locopilot of the goods train and the guard of the Kanchanjunga Express were among the deceased.
Railway Board sets up committee, holds meeting to ascertain why drivers violate speed restrictions
The Railway Board has formed a committee to investigate train drivers' violations of speed restrictions between stations, prompted by recent incidents where drivers exceeded limits at a river bridge under maintenance. Loco pilots of Gatiman Express and Malwa Express were involved. A circular was issued, calling for review and input from loco pilots to ensure adherence to speed restrictions for safe train operations. Suggestions include improved communication and visual aids for better compliance.
International Women's Day: From Ranchi to Tori, women manage booking counters at train stations, run passenger train
On International Women's Day, a 16-member all-women crew successfully operated the Ranchi-Tori passenger train, managing booking counters and making 14 stoppages along the route. This initiative, led by Senior Divisional Commercial Manager-cum-CPRO Nishant Kumar, showcases the progress women have made and highlights the power of women.
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Amrit Bharat Express: 5 features of Indian Railways new push-pull train that can run at 130 km/hour
Designed for the common man, the Amrit Bharat Express is a non-AC train that incorporates some features from the Vande Bharat Express. Initially named Vande Sadharan during the design stage, the express aims to provide a comfortable and efficient travel experience for passengers. It is scheduled to be flagged off by by PM Narendra Modi soon.
Railways deploy close to 20,000 Fog PASS devices for smooth train run: Sources
Approximately 19,700 GPS-based navigation devices known as Fog PASS are aiding loco pilots in operating trains with minimal disruptions due to foggy conditions. As fog affects visibility during morning hours, these devices offer real-time information about fixed landmarks, signal locations, level crossing gates, speed restrictions, and more.
Over 2,500 passengers left stranded after train staff say duty hours over
Passengers had to face a lot of hassle as there was no water, food or power supply inside the train. They staged a protest, and came onto the rail track blocking the movement of an express train.
Second trial of Patna-Ranchi Vande Bharat Express conducted
The first successful trial run was conducted from Patna to Ranchi and back on June 12. This time, it was extended till Hatia, the station after Ranchi, the official added.
Train misses a small station in Kerala, reverses 1 km to pick up passengers
The incident happened at around 7.45 am at the Cheriyanad station, a "D-grade station" between the bigger Mavelikara and Chengannur stations. As per reports, there were no complaints from passengers as the train reached its destination on time. However, the rail official has sought an explaination from the locopilots on the lapse as part of norms.
All-women crews of Central Railway operate Deccan Queen, Mumbai local
Leena Francis discharged the responsibility of train manager (guard) while a team of six women head travelling ticket examiners led by chief ticket inspector Jiji John and Deepa Vaidya guided and assisted the passengers, the CR said in a release.
Indigenous train collision protection system 'Kavach' to be tested with railway minister on board
The indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system has been built to help the Railways achieve the goal of "zero accidents". Kavach is designed to bring a train to a halt automatically when it notices another train on the same line within a prescribed distance.
Railways infra will never be privatised, assets to be monetised: Goyal
"Asset monetisation would help in generating more resources towards infrastructure creation. Passenger train operations taken up through Public Private Partnership (PPP) is targeted to bring a total investment of about Rs 30,000 crore," Goyal said.
Railways asks drivers to slow down, guards to take action on spotting crowds on tracks
On October 19, the guard, barely 400 metres away, had failed to alert either the people watching Dussehra celebrations standing on the tracks or the nearest station.
Amritsar tragedy: Case in Bihar court against Sidhu's wife; NHRC notices to Railways, Punjab Govt
The National Human Rights Commission issued notices to the state's chief secretary and the chairman of the Railway Board seeking detailed reports in the matter in four weeks.
Navjot Singh Sidhu targets Railways, asks why loco-pilot was given clean chit in one day
"What sort of commission did you set up that you gave a clean chit to him (loco-pilot) in one day. Either the driver was permanent or he was engaged for one day. Why do not you say?" said Sidhu.
Record attendance of 76 per cent in railway recruitment exam: Ministry
The first phase of the exam was held on August 9.The subsequent phases were conducted on August 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 29, 30 and 31.
Railway recruitment test for Kerala candidates to be held on September 4
While outstation candidates were allotted centres elsewhere, exams for the candidates from the state were postponed.
Soon, this 'Captain' will solve your all complaints during train journey
The 'train captains' will have the overall responsibility of the train including availability of water, cleanliness of coaches and toilets, proper working of electrical fittings
Railways announces nine special trains for RRB exams
Nearly 48 lakh candidates will appear for the first set of the computer-based tests for 66,502 vacancies of assistant loco-pilots (ALP) and technicians.
Bye bye iron trunks, Railways to give drivers, guards trolley briefcases
The new wheeled-briefcases will be lighter and easily portable. Railways has redesigned the essential guard-kit to make it much lighter and smaller.
1.3 lakh safety staff shortage derails railways
The railways, which has been more than enthusiastic in spending on 'designer uniforms' and other branding exercises, has exhibited nothing but apathy
Government working on faster trains with facilities: Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu
Talking about faster trains, Prabhu said a Spanish company is involved in a project to reduce by 5 hours the time taken on the Delhi-Mumbai route.
Nearly 10 suggestions from citizens, including bio-toilets and FM radio in trains, make it to Rail Budget 2016
If you soon hear FM radio on trains from public address systems or are able to buy travel insurance before boarding a train, thank a fellow citizen for it.
Rail traffic halted as Ajmer-Ahmedabad express derails
Traffic on the Marwar-Palanpur section was disrupted today after the engine of Ajmer-Ahmedabad express train derailed in Sirohi district.
66 lions died in Gujarat last year; not a single one poached: Govt
The Forest Minister also listed some steps taken by government to stop unnatural deaths of lions, like construction of fence along the of railway tracks.
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