The inaugural special train for Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0 left Kanyakumari on 29 November 2025, carrying 216 delegates bound for Varanasi where the Sangamam will run from 2 to 15 December. The first consignment 45 delegates from Kanyakumari was joined at Tiruchirappalli and Chennai, forming a culturally diverse group…
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Indian Army Secures IPR for New Coat Combat
The Indian Army has formally registered the design and camouflage pattern of its newly developed New Coat Combat (Digital Print) with the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks, Kolkata. The registration, published in the Official Journal of the Patent Office, grants the Army exclusive intellectual property rights (IPR) for…
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Special Trains for Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Martyrdom Day
Indian Railways has announced dedicated special train services to facilitate the smooth movement of devotees during the commemoration of the Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The initiative aims to ensure dignified and comfortable travel for pilgrims heading to Sri Anandpur Sahib, where large gatherings are expected to…
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Bilaspur Train Crash: 8 Killed in MEMU–Goods Train Collision
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh Nov 4, 2025: A MEMU passenger train ran into a stationary goods train near Bilaspur station around 4:00 pm, killing eight people and injuring 14 others, officials said. Rescue teams continue operations while authorities launch a formal inquiry. What happened According to preliminary railway assessments, the MEMU (Mainline…
Bihar
Indian Railways Welcomes Travelers with Chhath Songs
Patna, Bihar – Indian Railways has brought the festive spirit of Chhath Puja to life by playing devotional Chhath songs at 30 major railway stations across Bihar. Stations including Patna, Danapur, Hajipur, Bhagalpur, and others have been decorated to create a welcoming atmosphere for travelers returning home for the festival,…
Festivals
1.5 Crore Travel on Indian Railways During Festival
Indian Railways has successfully transported over 1.5 crore passengers so far during the festive season, with numbers expected to exceed 2.5 crore by the end of the celebrations. To manage the influx efficiently, 30 major railway stations in Bihar and adjoining areas of Uttar Pradesh have been equipped with large…
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Indian Railways Deploys 1,205 Special Trains for Festive Rushed
Union Minister for Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, reviewed festive season passenger movement at the Railway Board War Room in New Delhi, highlighting real-time nationwide coordination. War rooms at division, zone, and board levels, along with mini control rooms at major stations, monitor passenger flow, train requirements, and operational needs. Shri…
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Indian Railways Deploys 1,500 Special Trains for Chhath
Indian Railways is ramping up services to ensure safe and comfortable travel during the upcoming Chhath festival. Over the next five days, 1,500 special trains will operate across the country, averaging 300 trains daily to accommodate the festive surge. Robust Special Train Schedule During Festive Season Alongside regular services, Indian…
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Indian Railways Runs 12,000 Special Trains for Festive Rush
Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, reviewed the movement of passengers during the festive season at the Railway Board’s War Room. The Minister commended railway staff for their 24×7 efforts in managing record passenger traffic and extended his Diwali greetings to…
Festivals
Chhath Rush: Lakhs Struggle for Bihar Train Tickets
Patna, October 19: With Chhath Puja approaching and Bihar Assembly elections just weeks away, the Indian Railways is facing an unprecedented surge in passenger traffic. Nearly 15 to 20 lakh people are expected to travel to Bihar starting October 25, creating a massive logistical challenge for the railway network. Diwali,…