Cabinet Approves New Railway Lines to Enhance Connectivity in Eastern India

By BPN News Desk April 5, 2025

Infrastructure National

In a significant move to enhance transportation infrastructure, the Union Cabinet has approved the construction of additional railway lines across the states of Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Odisha. This decision is part of a broader initiative to improve connectivity, facilitate the movement

Infrastructure National

Maharashtra Approves Konkan Railway Merger with Indian Railways

By BPN News Desk March 20, 2025

The Maharashtra government has approved the merger of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) with Indian Railways, with the condition that the iconic “Konkan Railway” name remains unchanged. This decision follows similar approvals from Kerala, Goa, and Karnataka, marking a major step towards integrating KRCL into the national railway network. Background of

Infrastructure National

India Surpasses US and Europe in Locomotive Production

By BPN News Desk March 19, 2025

India has achieved a major milestone in the railway sector by surpassing the combined locomotive production of the United States and Europe. The country has manufactured over 1,400 locomotives this year, marking a significant advancement in its engineering and manufacturing capabilities. India’s Locomotive Production Milestone India now produces more locomotives than

Government Policies

India’s Kavach 4.0: Revolutionizing Rail Safety with Indigenous Technology

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

India’s rail safety landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of Kavach 4.0, an advanced version of the indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. Developed by the Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO) in collaboration with industry partners, Kavach aims to enhance train safety by preventing collisions,

Uncategorized

Indian Railways Restricts Platform Access to Confirmed Ticket Holders at 60 Stations

By BPN News Desk March 9, 2025

Indian Railways will allow only confirmed ticket holders on platforms at 60 key stations, including New Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, to reduce congestion and enhance security.

National

Government Pushes Railways to Speed Up Asset Monetization

By BPN News Desk March 5, 2025

The government has urged Indian Railways to intensify its asset monetization efforts after concerns were raised over the slow progress in unlocking the financial potential of railway assets. Authorities have emphasized the need for a more aggressive approach to meet the sector’s revenue generation targets and support infrastructure modernization. Railways Urged to Meet

Innovations

Indian Railways Develops World’s Most Powerful 1,200 HP Hydrogen Engine

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2025

Indian Railways unveils indigenous 1,200 HP hydrogen engine, leading global green rail initiatives.