Infrastructure
Air connectivity boost to Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Northeast under affordable UDAN 4.0 scheme
RCS-UDAN 4.0 has focused on the revision of Viability Gap Funding (VGF) cap, promoting short-haul routes, clearly defined Prioritization framework, and flexibility to change the frequency of flight operation.
Indian Railways sees a significant decline in train accidents! Here’s why it’s important
Safety is accorded the highest priority by the national transporter and all possible steps are undertaken on a continuous basis to prevent rail accidents and to enhance the safety of railway passenger
Look forward to high-speed Indian Railways! NHSRCL to prepare report on 6 more bullet train corridors; routes
The new high-speed rail networks are aimed at creating a diamond quadrilateral-like system, which will connect the country's major cities as well as economic centres.
Indian Railways Durgapur station is beautiful! Check the redeveloped station with passenger-friendly amenities
The Durgapur station has been renovated to upgrade the existing facilities for improving the experience of passengers, as part of the station beautification and redevelopment initiative of Piyush Goya
Noida Metro Aqua Line commuters cheer! UP govt nod for extension from Noida Sector 71-Knowledge Park 5
Noida Metro Aqua Line extension has been approved by the UP government and will be built from Noida Sector 71 to Knowledge Park-5. This will bring connectivity to the residential areas of Gaur City an
These are the only two classes of train tickets that earn a profit for Indian Railways
In the financial year 2016-17, AC 3-Tier class saw an increase of 12.43 per cent in profits with Rs 1,040.52 crore. On the other hand, the AC Chair Car saw an increase of 8.13 per cent in profits with
Poor performance! Indian Railways records worst operating ratio in 10 years, notes CAG report
The operating ratio is a measure of expenditure against revenue, which shows how efficiently Indian Railways is operating and how healthy its finances are. A 98.44% operating ratio means that the nati
Varanasi, Amritsar, Indore & more! Another six airports may be privatised; check list
AAI works under the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Over 100 airports across the country are being owned and managed by AAI. In July, top AAI official stated that the authority would privatise 20-25 more
Urban transportation solutions for persons with disabilities: The 180 billion dollar opportunity sitting in plain sight
According to the World Bank, India is home to about 80 million Persons with Disability. At roughly 6% of the population, this number could be a conservative estimate as it is less than half of the glo
How the newly commissioned 141-km-long power highway in Kerala is expected to bring down transmission costs
As far as generation is concerned, the Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd (KSEBL) is harnessing its solar and hydel resources, thereby minimising the need to make costlier short-term purchases from Ce
Indian Railways, metro networks all set to get ‘Make in India’ special quality rails for high-speed trains
The special quality rails which are being manufactured by SAIL hold significance to the Indian Railways network as the speciality product has more strength than the normal rails and will be utilized f
How ISRO-enabled GPS system helps Indian Railways improve efficiency of train services
The RTIS devices are primarily used for the acquisition of train movement data, including that of train arrival, train departure, run-through timings at the railway stations en route.
Zurich Airport outbids DIAL and Adani to develop India’s largest airport at Jewar
The airport will come up in 5,000 hectare area when fully constructed and is estimated to cost Rs 29,560 crore.
Wow! Jewar Airport, India’s largest airport, to be built as world-class transit hub by Switzerland’s Zurich Airport International AG
The Jewar Airport or the Noida International Greenfield Airport will be built over 5,000 hectares. The airport will be built at an estimated cost of Rs 29,560 crore.
Soon, Indian Railways to serve tea in eco-friendly kulhads at 25 more stations; details here
The North Western Railway zone has directed its officers to implement measures for ensuring the use of green catering products at Indian Railways stations.
Over 1,200 Indian Railways stations to be modernised under Adarsh scheme, environment-friendly steps taken
As part of the modernisation process, as many as 1250 Indian Railways stations have been identified for development under the Adarsh Railway Station Development Scheme across all the states of the cou
Delhi Metro commuters cheer! Top 5 passenger-friendly steps you can look forward to in the days to come
From opening new check-in facilities of airlines at its metro station to redeveloping its oldest coaches, here are the top five exciting developments which commuters will be able to experience on the
Indian Railways bets on Vande Bharat Express! 640 coaches of Train 18 to be manufactured in coming years
At present, two rakes of Train 18, one on Delhi-Varanasi route and the other on Delhi-Katra route are being operated on Indian Railways network.
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train: India’s first high-speed rail project is not a priority, says Shiv Sena
The ambitious project of Modi government, Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train is not a priority for Shiv Sena, which would be heading the new government in the state of Maharashtra.
Indian Railways Sainagar Shirdi railway station gets a beautiful makeover! See pics
The station, which falls under the jurisdiction of Solapur Division of Central Railway zone, has been beautified with paintings as well as provided with various ultra modern facilities.
Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor to be linked with Delhi Metro, ISBT, Indian Railways; details
The multi modal integration will facilitate easy interchange between the rapid rail network to other modes of public transport such as Delhi Metro, bus terminals and Indian Railways.
FASTag purchase: What are the documents you need to buy FasTag RFID tag for NHAI toll plazas? Full list here
FASTag documents: Applicants must remember that FASTag will be issued following the verification of the original documents.
Good news for Tirumala Tirupati pilgrims! Modi Cabinet gives nod for ceremonial lounge at Renigunta Airport
The Union Cabinet has approved the allotment of 1800 sqm land to build a Ceremonial Lounge at the Tirupati Airport or Renigunta Airport
Kolkata Metro commuters alert: Fares hiked! Prepare to shell out more money from next month
The minimum fare of Rs 5 has not changed for the first two-kilometres journey, however, for the next three kilometres, the fare has now been increased to Rs 10.
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