News for 'Indian Railways'

Google's free Wi-Fi service arrives at Bhubaneswar railway station

Google's free Wi-Fi service arrives at Bhubaneswar railway station

Rediff.com17 Apr 2016

The project will eventually be rolled out to cover 400 railway stations across India

Mamata takes steps to up Railways' freight biz

Mamata takes steps to up Railways' freight biz

Rediff.com3 Jul 2009

The minister said a premium service for container movement with assured transit time was under consideration for time sensitive cargo.

Railway safety to go hi-tech soon

Railway safety to go hi-tech soon

Rediff.com15 Sep 2006

Three years from now, Indian railway network will be based on sophisticated, hi-tech and indigenously developed infrastructure ensuring safety of every passenger.

No privatisation of Railways: Prabhu

No privatisation of Railways: Prabhu

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Privatisation, he said, "is a bogey.

Rising impropriety in Railways: Is Lalu listening?

Rising impropriety in Railways: Is Lalu listening?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2007

There were total 23,507 complaints registered by common rail users against the Railways in 2006-07, which is seven per cent more than the previous year.

Radhikka, Sharvari, Ananya Win Big

Radhikka, Sharvari, Ananya Win Big

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards saw many winners, and the stars celebrate their wins on social media.

Railways lines up big plans to improve services

Railways lines up big plans to improve services

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The projects include commissioning of new lines, gauge conversion and doubling of existing tracks in certain busy stretches.

All We Imagine As Light Review: Ode To Hope, Humanity And Her

All We Imagine As Light Review: Ode To Hope, Humanity And Her

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Payal Kapadia's understanding of what it means to be a woman is as poignant as her authentic portrait of Mumbai's hoi polloi, observes Sukanya Verma.

Railways' budget hotel plan hits road block

Railways' budget hotel plan hits road block

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

The proposed construction of 100 railway budget hotels across India to meet the Commonwealth Games tourist rush has hit a road block with no clear signal as to which authority will execute them.

After Fin Min objection, Railways stops officers' promotion

After Fin Min objection, Railways stops officers' promotion

Rediff.com1 Jun 2014

A scam had come to light in two lesser-known services-- Railway Board Secretariat Service and Railway Board Secretariat Clerical Service -- where promotions were being made allegedly without following due procedures and bypassing Union Cabinet's jurisdiction.

Railways see 8% rise in earnings

Railways see 8% rise in earnings

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

The Railways have earned nearly eight per cent more revenue in 2009-10 as compared to the earnings in the 2008-09 fiscal.

Railways to step up safety measures

Railways to step up safety measures

Rediff.com24 Aug 2007

Auxiliary warning system, cab-signalling device, centralised traffic control system are some of the state-of-the-art measures that are being considered to enhance safety measures in India

CAG raises a stink over railways

CAG raises a stink over railways

Rediff.com21 May 2007

For the first time in its history, the department of the comptroller and auditor general (CAG) has conducted a cleanliness audit for the Indian Railways.

How has the Railways fared? Promise vs performance

How has the Railways fared? Promise vs performance

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The railways is expecting a revenue of Rs 1,84,820 crore during the current financial year (FY17).

Railways' social obligations: Rs 13,675 cr loss

Railways' social obligations: Rs 13,675 cr loss

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

The Indian Railways on Wednesday said it suffered an estimated loss of Rs 13,675 crore (Rs 136.75 billion) in the current fiscal on account of various social service obligations, including suburban and non-suburban services.

Railways to introduce luxurious coaches

Railways to introduce luxurious coaches

Rediff.com2 Jul 2003

These new coaches are being built at the Rail Coach Factory in Kapurthala under a technology transfer agreement with Alstom-LHB of Germany.

Railways' e-commerce initiative hits a roadblock

Railways' e-commerce initiative hits a roadblock

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

IRCTC and Yebhi's partnership was based on a revenue sharing model where Yebhi held inventory for IRCTC and shared about 2-10 per cent of the revenue.

Woman alleges rape on express train in Thane

Woman alleges rape on express train in Thane

Rediff.com17 May 2024

A case has been registered against an unidentified person for allegedly raping a woman after rendering her unconscious onboard an express train in Maharashtra's Thane district, an official from the Government Railway Police (GRP) said on Friday.

Mamata asks India Inc to join hands with Railways

Mamata asks India Inc to join hands with Railways

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

Presenting the Railway Budget for 2010-11 in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee said that it is time for private partnership in Indian Railways, but said that the railways will not be privatised.

Railways' Jan Ahar outlets at stations soon

Railways' Jan Ahar outlets at stations soon

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

To begin with, four Jan Ahar outlets are going to be operational at Howrah, Bangalore, Chennai and Secunderabad stations this month. Seven more will be launched at different stations, including Patna, New Jalpaiguri, Lucknow and Mysore next month.

2,376 railway stations lack passenger amenities: Govt

2,376 railway stations lack passenger amenities: Govt

Rediff.com4 May 2016

The government has increased the budgetary allocation.

Railways install Anti-Collision Device

Railways install Anti-Collision Device

Rediff.com28 Sep 2004

The ACD is a technological breakthrough by the Konkan Railway and is designed to prevent head-on-collisions.

Meet Maharashtra's Wealthiest Candidate

Meet Maharashtra's Wealthiest Candidate

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'When honest, wealthy people come forward to serve India, people should feel proud and welcome them.'

Railways needs Rs 5.6 lakh crore for revamp

Railways needs Rs 5.6 lakh crore for revamp

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

In a written reply to the House, Railways Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal said the recommendations are presently under examination by the ministry.

Railways to hit global markets via rupee bonds to fund capex

Railways to hit global markets via rupee bonds to fund capex

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

The public sector behemoth is looking at forming joint ventures with states.

Solar, wind energy to light up Railway premises

Solar, wind energy to light up Railway premises

Rediff.com1 Oct 2008

Aiming at reduction of carbon emission by using clean energy, Indian Railways has embarked upon a renewable energy action plan as part of the national policy to address the impact of climate change.

Ex-Army Chief shares 'great lessons' from 1971 war

Ex-Army Chief shares 'great lessons' from 1971 war

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Gen Sharma served as the Army chief from 1988-1990 and was a colonel when he took part in the 1971 war.

One-third of Railways earnings go into paying salary

One-third of Railways earnings go into paying salary

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Indian Railways earns 65 per cent of its total revenues from moving goods while over one-third of earnings go into paying wages and allowances.

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

Railways' gift for you: 58 new trains, 5 premium services

Railways' gift for you: 58 new trains, 5 premium services

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

The Indian Railways proposes to introduce 58 new trains which includes five Jansadharan Trains, five Premium Trains, six AC Express Trains, 27 Express Trains.

Now railway tickets at BPCL outlets

Now railway tickets at BPCL outlets

Rediff.com8 Jan 2007

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation has tied up with the Bharat Petroleum Corporation and launched an e-ticketing initiative to help people book tickets at BPCL outlets.

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

A spectacular aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft over the iconic Marina sky captivated the hearts of Chennaiites who turned up in thousands on a sultry Sunday and witnessed the IAF's range of new aircraft including Rafale, roar in action.

Railways to borrow Rs 20,000 crore from markets in FY '17

Railways to borrow Rs 20,000 crore from markets in FY '17

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Railways is expecting investment through various partnerships.

Adani, GMR among 20 firms keen on rebuilding New Delhi railway station

Adani, GMR among 20 firms keen on rebuilding New Delhi railway station

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The Rail Land Development Authority has invited online bids from private players to redevelop the station into an integrated commercial, retail, and hospitality hub.

Passengers praise Railways for isolation coaches -- barring mosquitoes

Passengers praise Railways for isolation coaches -- barring mosquitoes

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Clean toilets, colour-coded dustbins, comfortable beds, oxygen cylinders and all amenities one can expect in a top class hospital -- the first inmates of the train coaches converted into isolation wards have come away praising Indian Railways for providing a unique solution to care for suspected COVID-19 patients.

Railways offer package tours with Cox &Kings

Railways offer package tours with Cox &Kings

Rediff.com24 Dec 2006

After its forays into e-ticketing and hospitality, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation has tied up with travel major Cox & Kings for offering tour packages

Are you happy with Railway Budget 2014-15?

Are you happy with Railway Budget 2014-15?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Railway Minister Sadanand Gowda presented the Railway Budget for 2014-15 on Tuesday.