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Indian Railways, as part of its goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030, has significantly accelerated its renewable energy projects. By November 2025, the railway network had commissioned 812 MW of solar and 93 MW of wind power for its traction needs. Moreover, 1,600 MW of round-the-clock
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Indian Railways has intensified its cyber security measures to safeguard its ticket reservation system, deactivating over 3 crore suspicious user IDs since January 2025. The improvements include implementing Aadhaar-based OTP verification for online tatkal ticketing, effective in 322 trains, and at reservation counters for 211 trains, increasing confirmed tatkal ticket
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The Ministry of Railways is rapidly progressing with the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, aiming to redevelop 1,337 railway stations across India. The scheme involves modernizing station facilities, enhancing passenger amenities, and integrating multimodal transport solutions. This large-scale development is occurring without halting rail traffic, showcasing India's unique
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The Ministry of Railways has improved accessibility at 5,868 stations across India by providing wheelchairs and 196 battery-operated vehicles at 79 major stations to assist disabled individuals (Divyangjan), senior citizens, sick passengers, and pregnant women. Railways now offer concessional online ticket booking for Divyangjan and patients with certain illnesses,
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The Ministry of Railways has reported a significant increase in daily train services post-Covid, with an average of 11,740 services daily compared to 11,283 prior to the pandemic. Vande Bharat trains, known for their cutting-edge technology and safety features, are set to enhance long and medium-distance overnight travel
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The Indian Railways has significantly enhanced its focus on safety by tripling the construction of Road Over Bridges (ROB) and Road Under Bridges (RUB) over the last decade. The construction jumped from 4,148 in the period 2004-2014 to 13,653 from 2014 to October 2025. This leap is attributed
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In response to increased travel demand due to flight cancellations and the winter rush, Indian Railways has announced the operation of 89 special train services over the next three days, covering more than 100 trips. These services will help ease passenger traffic across major cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Pune,
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In response to a surge in passenger demand due to flight cancellations, Indian Railways has deployed 116 additional coaches across 37 trains to ensure smooth travel nationwide. Southern Railway leads with the highest number of coach augmentations. Other regions, including Northern, Western, and Eastern Railways, have also enhanced services across
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The Ministry of Railways has announced new measures to enhance travel convenience for senior citizens, women above 45, and persons with disabilities. Lower berths are automatically allotted, subject to availability, to senior citizens and women aged 45 and above. Additional quotas exist for pregnant women. Separate compartments are provided for
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The Ministry of Railways has successfully commissioned the Kavach 4.0 Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system across 738 route kilometers on key sections of the Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah routes. This advanced system, first developed and trialed in 2016, offers improved safety through features like automatic braking and enhanced signal information,
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In November 2025, Indian Railways achieved a record freight loading of 135.7 million tonnes, marking a 4.2% year-over-year growth. This increase was fueled by significant rises in the transport of commodities like steel, iron ore, and fertilizers. The cumulative freight load for the fiscal year up to November
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Indian Railways has granted out-of-turn promotions to Pratika Rawal, Sneh Rana, and Renuka Singh Thakur, three women cricketers who played a pivotal role in India's triumph at the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup. Recognizing their outstanding contributions, all three have been elevated to the rank of Officer