Railways ramps up fire safety with new systems, training and drills, says Vaishnaw

Indian Railways has stepped up fire prevention and emergency response measures across stations and trains, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. Replying to a question, the … Read More

Railways sanctions ₹299 crore remodelling of Visakhapatnam coaching yard

Indian Railways has sanctioned a ₹299 crore project to remodel the coaching yard at Visakhapatnam Railway Station to improve operational efficiency, increase capacity and enhance passenger amenities. The project, to … Read More

SCoR Zone to Commence Operations from June 1: BJP

The South Coast Railway (SCoR) Zone, headquartered in Visakhapatnam, will officially commence operations from June 1, BJP State president P.V.N. Madhav said on Saturday. The SCoR, the country’s 18th railway … Read More

Railways steps up AI surveillance to strengthen passenger safety

Indian Railways has intensified the deployment of artificial intelligence-based surveillance systems, drones and CCTV networks across its rail infrastructure as part of efforts to strengthen passenger and operational safety. The … Read More

Delay in staff transfers slows preparations for South Coast Railway Zone

Preparations for the South Coast Railway Zone (SCoR), headquartered in Visakhapatnam, have slowed due to delays in relieving employees from various railway zones despite the issuance of No Objection Certificates … Read More

Visakhapatnam emerges as key freight rail hub with 9,000 HP locomotive depot launch

Visakhapatnam is set to play a significant role in Indian Railways’ freight modernisation programme with the inauguration of the first maintenance depot for 9,000-horsepower electric locomotives. The facility marks the … Read More

D9 Locomotives Boost Freight on Kothavalasa–Kirandul Line

The Centre will allocate 300 high-powered D9 electric locomotives to the Kothavalasa–Kirandul (KK) railway line. This move aims to boost freight movement on one of the country’s key mineral corridors. … Read More