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Railway tweaks Gati Shakti Cargo terminal policy

Railway tweaks Gati Shakti Cargo terminal policy

Jan 13, 2026, 03:56 PM IST

Indian Railways has revised the Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) policy for increasing private sector participation. Zonal railways hold the implementation key.

Ashwini Vaishnaw Conducts Final Inspection Of India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

Ashwini Vaishnaw Conducts Final Inspection Of India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

Jan 05, 2026, 04:53 PM IST

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train at New Delhi Railway Station, marking a major milestone towards the launch of the country’s first semi-high-speed overnight Vande Bharat service. During the inspection, the Minister reviewed sleeper coaches, modern interiors, seating and berthing arrangements, along with advanced safety and passenger comfort features. He examined automatic doors, the indigenous KAVACH train protection system, enhanced fire safety mechanisms, CCTV surveillance, disinfectant technology and newly designed toilets aimed at improving hygiene and passenger convenience. Railway officials informed him that all trials, testing and certification processes have been successfully completed, and the train is fully ready for operations. The 16-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, with a capacity of around 823 passengers, will run between Guwahati and Howrah, transforming long-distance overnight rail travel with a design speed of up to 180 kmph. The service will also offer region-specific cuisine, featuring authentic Assamese dishes from Guwahati and traditional Bengali delicacies from Kolkata. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to flag off the inaugural service later this month, reinforcing Indian Railways’ focus on safety, comfort and indigenous technological innovation.

How Kavach System Is Being Built At Record Speed: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Breaks It Down

How Kavach System Is Being Built At Record Speed: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Breaks It Down

Jan 04, 2026, 01:00 PM IST

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw detailed the rapid rollout of the Kavach safety system across Indian Railways, calling it one of the most complex infrastructure projects undertaken. Responding to questions on coverage compliance, he explained that Kavach is not a single device but an integrated network involving optical fibre cables along tracks, edge data centres at stations, trackside devices with RFID tags, onboard equipment on locomotives, and nearly 40,000 telecom towers spaced every 5–8 km based on terrain. After addressing gaps in Kavach 3.2, the upgraded Kavach 4.0 was approved in July 2024. With five vendors now onboard, implementation has accelerated significantly, with coverage expanding week by week.

“8 Vande Bharat Sleepers In...”: Ashwini Vaishnaw Sets Production Timeline, 12 More By Year-End

“8 Vande Bharat Sleepers In...”: Ashwini Vaishnaw Sets Production Timeline, 12 More By Year-End

Jan 03, 2026, 07:00 PM IST

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explained the roadmap for scaling up Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, highlighting that unlike earlier assumptions of 17–18 pairs, the sleeper version will have 40 pairs. He said the Vande Bharat Sleeper has completed nearly a year-long cycle of testing and improvements, received CRS certification, and now has a fully standardised design. Production will be ramped up systematically, with around eight trains to be built in the next six months and about twelve by the end of the year. Backed by a strong supply chain and massive capacity expansion in tracks, coaches, and infrastructure, the government aims to reduce waiting lists across key sectors in the next 1–2 years.

Vande Bharat Sleeper Set For Debut, Guwahati–Kolkata To Get First Run

Vande Bharat Sleeper Set For Debut, Guwahati–Kolkata To Get First Run

Jan 02, 2026, 12:25 PM IST

Vande Bharat Sleeper Set For Debut, Guwahati–Kolkata To Get First Run

India set to introduce overnight train service on Guwahati–Kolkata route after safety clearance

India set to introduce overnight train service on Guwahati–Kolkata route after safety clearance

Jan 01, 2026, 05:35 PM IST

Designed for journeys of more than 1,000 km, the sleeper train is aimed at overnight long-distance travel.

Speed Alert: Vande Bharat Sleeper Blazes At 180 Kmph As India Steps Into Next-Gen Rail Travel

Speed Alert: Vande Bharat Sleeper Blazes At 180 Kmph As India Steps Into Next-Gen Rail Travel

Dec 31, 2025, 02:26 PM IST

Speed Alert: Vande Bharat Sleeper Blazes At 180 Kmph As India Steps Into Next-Gen Rail Travel

Roads, tunnels and airbases: India’s post-Galwan clashes strategy to deter China

Roads, tunnels and airbases: India’s post-Galwan clashes strategy to deter China

Dec 26, 2025, 02:03 PM IST

The Galwan clash exposed a stark reality for Indian military planners: while China had spent years building a dense network of roads, railways and logistics hubs across Tibet and Xinjiang, India struggled to move troops, artillery and supplies across its own mountainous terrain.

Indian Railways hikes fares: New charges to affect long-distance travel; Check revised prices here

Indian Railways hikes fares: New charges to affect long-distance travel; Check revised prices here

Dec 26, 2025, 08:57 AM IST

This adjustment marks the second time this year that passenger fares have been raised, following a previous hike in July

Rail Fare Gets Costlier; Non-AC Passengers To Pay Rs 10 Extra For 500 Km

Rail Fare Gets Costlier; Non-AC Passengers To Pay Rs 10 Extra For 500 Km

Dec 23, 2025, 02:16 PM IST

Rail Fare Gets Costlier; Non-AC Passengers To Pay Rs 10 Extra For 500 Km

Indian Railways revises fare structure from December 26. What changes for passengers

Indian Railways revises fare structure from December 26. What changes for passengers

Dec 21, 2025, 01:04 PM IST

Under the revised structure, there will be no increase in fares for suburban services and Monthly Season Tickets, and no change in Ordinary Class fares for journeys up to 215 km.

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