Chennai: In view of increased passenger demand, Indian Railways has announced the augmentation of several express train services with additional coaches to ease congestion and improve travel convenience. According to the announcement, select trains operating between Chennai, Coimbatore, Mangaluru, Karaikal, Tambaram, and Ernakulam will run with extra coaches on specified dates. The 12243 Dr MGR Chennai Central–Coimbatore Shatabdi Express and its return service 12244 Coimbatore–Dr MGR Chenn...Read More

New Delhi: In a major boost to rail connectivity in the Northeast, the Sivok–Rangpo Railway Project has reached another key milestone with the successful breakthrough of Tunnel No. 8, one of the longest tunnels under the project. The development marks significant progress in the strategically important rail link that will connect Sikkim to the national railway network for the first time. The breakthrough was achieved on March 12 by Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) in collaboration with IRCON ...Read More

Thiruvananthapuram: Indian Railways has sanctioned ₹450.59 crore for doubling the 21.10-km Turavur–Mararikulam railway section under Southern Railway, a key move aimed at decongesting one of Kerala’s busiest rail corridors. The section forms part of the vital Ernakulam–Alappuzha–Kayankulam route, which carries heavy passenger traffic alongside substantial freight movement, including cargo linked to Cochin Port. At present, the stretch operates near saturation levels, resulting in dela...Read More

Kolkata: In a strategic intervention to eliminate operational bottlenecks in eastern India, Indian Railways has sanctioned ₹107.10 crore for constructing a 4.75-km Kalipahari Bypass Line under Eastern Railway in West Bengal. Currently, trains moving between South Eastern Railway and Eastern Railway are required to enter the busy Asansol Yard for engine reversal, causing congestion and avoidable detention. The proposed bypass will provide direct connectivity between the two railway zones, el...Read More

New Delhi: In a major push to modernise railway infrastructure in Rajasthan, Indian Railways has sanctioned two significant coaching maintenance projects worth over ₹314 crore under the North Western Railway zone. The projects aim to strengthen maintenance capabilities for LHB coaches and Vande Bharat trainsets amid rising operational demands. The first project involves the development of a Phase-I Coach Maintenance Facility at Shri Ganganagar Station at a cost of ₹174.26 crore. The upgrade...Read More

Mumbai: Central Railway has announced a revision in the timings of several Mail and Express trains due to operational changes, including a shift in the terminal station of the Mahanagri Express. The changes will come into effect from mid-April 2026. According to an official press release, departure and arrival timings of multiple trains originating from or terminating at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Dadar have been revised. Revised Timings (Effective April 2026) Train No....Read More

Maligaon: Sumit Singhal, Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Northeast Frontier Circle, has cleared the operation of trains on the newly constructed broad gauge (BG) line section between Murkongselek and Sillek (15.70 km). The inspection was conducted on February 12 and 13, 2026. Following a successful statutory inspection and speed trials, the CRS approved train operations on the section at a maximum permissible speed of 110 kmph, paving the way for enhanced rail connectivity in the region. ...Read More

New Delhi: In view of the heavy passenger rush during the upcoming Holi festival, the Indian Railways has announced a comprehensive plan to operate multiple special trains across key routes. The Northern Railway has released a detailed schedule for 18 pairs of Holi Special trains to facilitate smooth travel for passengers heading to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat and other regions. The special services will operate between late February and March 2026, covering high-demand rout...Read More

New Delhi: The Ministry of Railways is examining a proposal to make the facility for changing the boarding point more convenient for passengers by allowing such changes until the preparation of the second reservation chart. According to a communication issued by the Railway Board, earlier instructions under Commercial Circular No. 17 of 2019 permitted passengers to change their boarding point only up to the preparation of the first reservation chart. This facility applies to passengers who rese...Read More

Mumbai: Central Railway has announced changes in terminal stations along with revised timings for select Mail and Express trains due to operational requirements. The revised arrangements will come into effect between April 13 and April 19, 2026, depending on the train service. Terminal shift to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Several services currently operating to and from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Dadar will now originate or terminate at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT), Mumbai. T...Read More