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From fly ash to foodgrains: Railways rolls out major reforms to boost efficiency- Here’s what’s changing

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today unveiled a series of reforms aimed at modernising freight movement across the Indian Railways network.

3 hours agoJuly 14, 2026

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Vaishnaw flags-off new Nanded–Mumbai, Tanakpur–Nanded Express Trains — Know full route and stations

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today flagged off the New Nanded–Mumbai Express Train and the New Tanakpur–Nanded Express Train.

1 week agoJuly 6, 2026

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Ashwini Vaishnaw flags-off Puri-Koraput Express and Brahmapur-Surat Amrit Bharat Express-Time, route, and more

Odisha will get a major rail connectivity boost today as Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is going to launch the Brahmapur-Surat…

1 week agoJuly 6, 2026

‘Bullet Train project is nearly 80% complete’: Ashwini Vaishnaw shares rollout plan

“Work on the Bullet Train project is progressing very fast. We will launch the Surat-Bilimora section in 2027,” Vaishnaw stated.

1 week agoJuly 4, 2026

Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project hits key milestone; Tunnel work to begin Sunday

India’s first bullet train project hits a milestone with the launch of tunnel boring work for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail…

2 weeks agoJuly 4, 2026

Semicon II may get 64% higher outlay, govt panel to clear Rs 1.25 lakh cr

The proposal, however, will require Cabinet approval before the second phase of the incentive scheme is formally rolled out.

2 weeks agoJuly 1, 2026

We’ve standardised how bullet trains will be built: Vaishnaw

Blueprint aims to cut construction time, boost localisation and lower life-cycle costs.

2 weeks agoJune 29, 2026

Will Rs 7,280 crore REPM scheme help secure domestic supply of magnets for defence and aerospace?

Will Rs 7,280 cr REPM scheme help secure domestic supply of magnets for defence and aerospace?

REPM scheme is a Rs 7,280 crore initiative approved by the Union Cabinet on November 26, 2025, to promote the…

2 weeks agoJune 29, 2026

India accelerates ‘semiconductor drive’ with Rs 1.64 lakh crore investment plan

Chip manufacturing is no longer a distant ambition but a core industrial priority for the country as the Digital India…

2 weeks agoJune 30, 2026

Close-up of an investor's tablet tracking an infrastructure portfolio containing RVNL, Titagarh Rail Systems, and IRFC, overlaying a background of an urban metro station construction zone.

How RVNL, IRFC and Titagarh will benefit from Bengal’s Rs 1 lakh crore rail push

Discover which stocks like Titagarh Rail, RVNL, IRFC, and IRCON could gain from Bengal’s Rs 1 lakh crore railway revamp—track…

3 weeks ago

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Ashwini Vaishnaw announces new station near Khatu Shyamji temple – Major boost for Rajasthan pilgrims

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently visited Jaipur and announced that Indian Railways is planning a new Khatu Shyamji–Sundarpura railway station…

3 weeks agoJune 22, 2026

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New Chhapra–Delhi, Mau–Delhi train and extended Dohrighat–Aunrihar train to Varanasi launched – Check routes

Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the new Chhapra–Delhi express train, a daily Mau–Delhi express, and extended Dohrighat–Aunrihar MEMU service up to…

4 weeks agoJune 19, 2026

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Gujarat-Rajasthan gets direct train connectivity from Sabarmati to Lalgarh – Key stations here

Indian Railways has introduced a new direct train service between Gujarat and Rajasthan. The Sabarmati–Lalgarh Express will improve connectivity and…

4 weeks agoJune 15, 2026

India-Nepal railway: Major boost for cross-border connectivity as talks progress for Raxaul-Kathmandu train

The discussions offered fresh insights into the plans that could eventually enhance travel and trade connectivity between the two neighbouring…

1 month agoJune 14, 2026

Facing problems booking train tickets online? Railways plans to launch a new IRCTC website by July 15 after students raised concerns directly with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

IRCTC to launch new website by July 15 after booking complaints

A student highlighted difficulties encountered while booking railway tickets through the existing IRCTC website, including issues related to CAPTCHA verification.

1 month agoJune 11, 2026

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Madhya Pradesh gets a new train link with Hyderabad, Rewa–Kharalpalli Express approved

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved a new train service between Rewa and Kharalapalli to improve connectivity between Madhya…

1 month agoJune 9, 2026

Indian Railways, Railways, Delhi, Siliguri, Bullet Train

Delhi to Siliguri in 6 hours: New Bullet Train project via Lucknow, Varanasi and Patna set to cut travel time

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced a new bullet train corridor between Delhi and Siliguri, which is expected to reduce…

1 month agoJune 8, 2026

Bengal govt plans Rs 1 lakh crore railway overhaul – 102 stations, 538 flyovers and more

The proposed investments, discussed during a meeting between Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Nabanna on…

1 month agoJune 7, 2026

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