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Railways extends existing train time table till December 31, 2024
The Railway Board is reviewing train operations for efficiency enhancements, leading to the postponement of the new timetable release to January 1, 2025. This adjustment extends the existing train timetable until December 31, 2024, as per circulars issued by Railway zones.
Railways to revise Rs 31,000 cr wagon procurement plan
The Indian Railways has revised its ₹31,418 crore wagon procurement plan after supplier Modern Industries failed to fulfill a contract. The plan, which aimed to supplement the 300,000 existing wagons on the network, was placed with seven suppliers in July 2022. The largest order was placed with Titagarh Wagons for 24,177 units. Modern Industries was supposed to supply 9,242 wagons for ₹3,776.35 crore, but the order was scaled down to 3,151 wagons for ₹1,287.54 crore last month under force majeure conditions.
Railways to run 315 special trains during Ratha Jatra
The Ministry of Railways will also make arrangements for the accommodation of 15,000 devotees in Puri for the festival, he said. The special trains have been planned from Badampahad, Rourkela, Baleswar, Sonepur and Daspalla, Junagarh Road, Sambalpur, Kendujhargarh, Paradeep, Bhadrak, Angul, Gunupur, Bangiriposi on Gundicha Jatra, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) said in a statement.
Engine, few coaches of Ernakulam-Tata Nagar Express detach from main train in Thrissur
The engine of the Ernakulam-Tata Nagar Express separated from the main body of the train in central Kerala on Friday morning. Railway sources reported that the detachment occurred at the third coach around 9:30 am. The incident did not cause injuries, and the problem was resolved promptly, allowing the train to continue its journey. The exact cause of the separation is under investigation by railway officials.
Kanchanjunga Express accident: ECR suspends issuing of T/A 912, directs drivers to maintain caution
The East Central Railway (ECR) has suspended the T/A 912 written authority letter for train drivers to cross signals in case of automatic signal failure. The decision was taken at a safety meeting, following a Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision that killed 10 people. The ECR's circular stated that the T/A 912 would not be issued until further advice, and instead, the provision of G&SR 9.02 will be used for double line.
Railways: Why Kavach, which could've prevented Kanchanjunga accident, is taking so long to be installed
Kavach: The basic reason why the installation of this technology is taking time is because deploying it is a complex process, particularly because it has to be installed on existing networks without disrupting train schedules.
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Kanchanjunga Express accident: Probe underway to determine why goods train breached speed limit, says NFR official
An investigation is ongoing to determine why a goods train driver exceeded the speed limit, leading to a collision with the Kanchanjunga Express in West Bengal, resulting in 10 fatalities. The Commissioner of Railway Safety is probing the incident, with focus on the malfunction in the automatic signaling system.
Kanchanjunga Express accident: Initial probe blames lapses by goods train crew, Jalpaiguri division's operating dept
The Kanchanjunga Express accident in West Bengal, India, resulted in the death of at least 10 people, including the passenger train's guard and the goods train's pilot. The collision occurred near Rangapani station, 30 km from New Jalpaiguri station, causing four rear compartments of the Kanchanjunga Express to derail. The Railway Board chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha claimed the collision occurred because the goods train disregarded the signal.
Kanchanjunga accident: Reason was wrong manual signalling, not pilot who died, railway experts affirm
Manual authorisation issued wrongly led to the fatal accident, rail experts insist. The pilot of the freight train was given the go-ahead wrongly at the station, and the authorisation he got did not require him to reduce speed at that stretch.
Kavach implementation progressing rapidly on 3,000 km routes: Railways
The Railway Ministry faced criticism for delays in implementing the Automatic Train Protection System, Kavach, developed by RDSO. The Agra division has successfully implemented Kavach on an 80-km stretch for trials. Jaya Verma Sinha and railway officials inspected a Kavach trial in Vande Bharat train. The system aims to prevent accidents by automatically applying brakes in emergencies.
1.52 lakh safety category posts vacant, says Railways in RTI reply
The Indian Railways faces a significant vacancy of over 1.5 lakh posts out of around 10 lakh sanctioned under the safety category, according to the Railway Ministry's response to an RTI application. This includes critical roles like train drivers and signal maintainers crucial for safe train operations.
Kanchenjunga Express Train Accident: Rail services disrupted as several trains cancelled; Here's complete list
Following the tragic Kanchenjunga Express accident, resulting in 8 deaths and 25 injuries, numerous trains were either cancelled or diverted. Restoration efforts are underway, with passengers expressing fear and concern over the incident. Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim criticized the Central government for alleged inaction, while Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also voiced her concerns.
Kanchanjunga Express Accident: Railways to hold inquiry into West Bengal train mishap on June 19
The Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety for Northeast Frontier Railway, Janak Kumar Garg, is set to lead an official inquiry into the Kanchanjunga Express accident. The tragic event resulted in several fatalities and many injuries. The inquiry is scheduled for June 19 at 10 am in the ADRM/NJP's chamber and may be extended if necessary, as reported by ANI through an official press release.
Train services resume at Darjeeling accident site
Train services resumed on the railway line in Phansidewa, Darjeeling, where the Kanchenjunga Express accident occurred, killing 8 and injuring around 25. Restoration work started immediately after the accident, with workers striving to restore the line despite heavy rainfall. The accident involved a goods train colliding with the Kanchenjunga Express from behind. Several trains under the Northeast Frontier Railways were cancelled or diverted. The Kanchenjunga Express, with unaffected coaches, arrived at Sealdah station in Kolkata after the completion of restoration work.
Balasore Crash: Three officials charged in 2023; Case still stuck
In September of last year, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed a charge sheet against three Railway employees—two engineers and a technician—in relation to the June 2 train accident in Balasore, which resulted in the deaths of over 290 people. However, the case is still pending before the trial court.
CRS to conduct 2-day inspection of railway line as 'dream project' inches closer in J-K
Commissioner of Railways Safety D C Deshwal to inspect the Sangaldan-Reasi section, featuring the world's highest steel arch rail bridge over Chenab. Union Minister Jitendra Singh anticipates completion of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link by year-end.
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.
Vande Sleeper trials in coming two months: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The Vande Bharat trains currently being used have only chair seating, limiting their use to daytime routes which are covered in a few hours. The sleeper variants will bring offer more comfort for passengers undertaking longer journeys.
Ashwini Vaishnaw tells rail officials to take immediate steps to resolve overcrowding in trains
"A detailed discussion on all issues related to passenger safety and amenities took place. The special focus of the meeting was on ways to improve services as well as punctuality of trains and avoid overcrowding by identifying busy routes and introducing special trains on them," a senior railway official, who attended the meeting, said.
Modi 3.0's agenda for Indian Railways: Focus on capacity expansion with new Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat trains and reduced wait times
The Modi-led NDA government's third term focuses on infrastructure development, with Indian Railways enhancing passenger and cargo capacity. Key areas include increasing capacity, reducing waitlists, introducing new trains like Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat, and enhancing safety measures. Modernization efforts aim to improve the passenger experience, with initiatives like the new sleeper variant of the Vande Bharat Express. The Integral Coach Factory is tasked with domestically producing bullet trains, reflecting a commitment to 'Make in India' and infrastructure growth
Kolkata Metro to get battery power for moving stranded train
Kolkata's Metro Railway is installing a Battery Energy Storage System in the Dakshineswar-New Garia corridor to move trains during power outages, enhancing safety and energy efficiency.
Sealdah station upgrades disrupt train services for second day, passengers face hardship
Passengers experienced significant disruptions for the second consecutive day on Saturday as numerous suburban trains were canceled or short-terminated due to infrastructure upgrades at Sealdah station. An Eastern Railway official reported that 80 local trains were cancelled, and 147 suburban train services were short-terminated or short-originated to facilitate platform length extensions and an electronic interlocking system upgrade from Friday to Sunday afternoon.
Breakthrough achieved of longest tunnel on Panvel-Karjat suburban rail line: MRVC
The Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation achieved a breakthrough in the construction of the Panvel-Karjat suburban railway line by successfully completing the longest tunnel, the 2,265-meter-long Wavarle tunnel. Excavation for this tunnel began last year and was completed using the New Austrian Tunnelling Method. The tunnel will feature advanced safety and ventilation systems, making it the first ballastless track in the Mumbai suburban network. Despite challenges like fractured rock masses and water seepage, the project maintained a high excavation rate. This achievement marks a significant milestone in improving connectivity and transportation efficiency in the Mumbai suburban region.
Delhi metro signs pact with Konkan railway for collaboration on upcoming projects
Officials on Friday announced that the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and the Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly work on forthcoming metro rail ventures within India and internationally. This strategic alliance is geared towards leveraging the specialized skills of both entities to facilitate cooperation on numerous significant infrastructure initiatives, the official further noted.
Vande Bharat average speed down from 84 kmph to 76 kmph in 3 years: RTI response
The average speed of Vande Bharat trains has decreased from 84.48 kmph in 2020-21 to 76.25 kmph in 2023-24 due to infrastructural work and geographical constraints.
Indian Railways registers highest ever freight loading in May 2024
An official statement said the national transporter carried 139.16 million tonnes (MT) of freight in May 2024. This is 3.6% higher than 134.16 MT loading achieved in May 2023. An official statement said, Rs 15,230.90 crore freight revenue was clocked during May 2024, up from Rs 14,641.83 crore in the same month of fiscal 2023-24.
Mumbai local train services delayed after technical glitch at Borivali station; Metro runs extra services
Local train services on Mumbai's Western Railway line faced disruptions on Monday due to a technical issue caused by a cable cut at Borivali station. Platforms 1 and 2 were affected, delaying trains by 15-20 minutes. Restoration efforts are underway to fix the problem and resume normal operations.
Central Railway's 63-hr block: Mumbai's suburban services grind to a halt as 930 local trains cancelled
Central Railway's suburban services faced disruptions due to a 63-hour block for widening platforms at Thane station, causing inconvenience to commuters. The Maharashtra government permitted public service vehicles in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region to operate during the block, easing travel woes. Railway authorities urged commuters to avoid non-essential train travel and announced the cancellation of several trains. Work progress at Thane station was ahead of schedule, with services expected to normalize soon.
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