Indian Railways

What is RELD status? Downgrade or alternate train arrangement. Here’s how it works in IRCTC

In the vast network of Indian Railways, travel disruptions can occur unexpectedly. One such scenario passengers may face is the RELD status, or "Revised List for Downgraded Passengers.

Prayagraj preps for Maha Kumbh; Ashwini Vaishnaw announces 13,000 trains for devotees

The Maha Kumbh will begin on January 13, coinciding with Paush Purnima, and conclude on February 26, marking Mahashivratri.

Indian Railway improves hygiene standards following public outcry over blanket cleaning

NEW DELHI: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that blankets provided to passengers are washed at least once a month. In response to a query from Congress MP Kuldeep Indora about the hygiene standards of woolen blankets, the minister assured that passengers also receive a bedsheet in their bedroll kits, which […]

Bridging gap in safety standards on Indian Roads, Railways

India’s rapid development and urbanization have brought significant advancements in infrastructure. However, the safety standards of Indian roads and railways still lag behind global benchmarks, posing severe risks to public safety. Recent reports highlight the alarming statistics and tragic incidents that underscore the urgent need for comprehensive reforms.   Over the past decade, more than […]

Railway safety mismanagement threatens lives

Frequent train disasters, often averted at the last moment, highlight a critical issue within the Indian Railways: mismanagement and miscommunication between departments. The recent incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Raebareli, where a loco pilot spotted a pile of soil dumped on the rail tracks, underscores the precarious nature of railway safety in India. This near-miss is […]

Ensuring train, track safety in Indian Railways

The recent arrest of a railway employee for placing detonators on tracks has sent shockwaves across the nation. This incident underscores the immense challenges faced by Indian Railways in ensuring the safety of its vast network. With over 67,000 kilometres of track and more than 20,000 trains operating daily, the task of maintaining safety is […]

Congress criticizes Modi after West Bengal train collision

The accident resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, prompting a wave of criticism and calls for accountability.

Tragedy strikes North East express rail: Four fatalities and 70 injured

Four people lost their life and 70 other got injuired in North East Express Rail accident

Maharashtra: Driver stops passenger train midway as his duty hours end

The loco pilot said he won’t drive further unless he got written permission from senior authorities

High-level railway panel to probe Jaipur-Mumbai train shooting

A high-level committee comprising senior railway officers will investigate the tragic shooting incident that claimed four lives on Monday.