Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy, inaugurated the three-day Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026 in Pune, emphasizing India’s vision for safe, sustainable, and globally competitive mobility. The event, organized by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) during its Diamond Jubilee year, showcased cutting-edge…
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IWDC 3.0 Approves ₹1,500 Cr Projects for Green Inland Waterways
New Delhi, 23 January 2026: The third meeting of the Inland Waterways Development Council (IWDC 3.0) concluded in Kochi, Kerala, with approvals for over ₹1,500 crore projects aimed at promoting green mobility, cargo movement, and river tourism across India. Chaired by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal,…
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Trucks-on-Trains: Railways Boost Freight Shift
Indian Railways’ innovative Trucks-on-Trains (ToT) service is redefining freight transport in India by combining road flexibility with rail efficiency. Designed under the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) program, this multimodal solution reduces logistics costs, congestion, emissions, and transit times for long-haul freight. Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings The ToT service currently…
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IWDC 3.0 Charts Green Growth for India’s Inland Waterways
The Inland Waterways Development Council (IWDC) will hold its third annual meeting on January 23, 2026, in Kochi, Kerala, to showcase achievements in India’s inland water transport (IWT) sector and outline a roadmap for future expansion. The day-long session will be chaired by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways,…
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Indian Railways Powers Toward Full Electrification
Indian Railways is on the brink of a historic milestone under its Mission 100% Electrification, having electrified nearly its entire rail network. As of November 2025, about 99.2% of the country’s Broad Gauge routes have been electrified, positioning India among the world’s most advanced railway systems in terms of electric…
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Delhi Metro Expansion Phase 5A: 3 new lines, 13 stations approved
In a major boost to Delhi’s public transport infrastructure, the Central Government has approved Delhi Metro Phase 5A, expected to directly benefit nearly two lakh daily commuters across the national capital. Decision taken at a Union Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ₹12,000 Crore Project to Add 16…
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Vande Bharat Express Carries 7.5 Crore Passengers Since 2019
New Delhi: The Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a symbol of India’s modern railway transformation, carrying more than 7.5 crore passengers since its launch in February 2019. With 164 services now operational across the country, the semi-high-speed train has redefined long-distance and intercity travel by offering faster, safer, and…