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The national transporter said the arrests made in these cases reflect sustained enforcement efforts and a zero-tolerance approach to activities that compromise passenger safety and damage railway property.

Stone pelting on trains: 1,698 cases registered, 665 arrested between July-Dec 2025

January 21, 2026 9:13 pm

Indian Railways stone pelting cases: On Wednesday, the Ministry of Railways said it has been closely monitoring incidents of stone pelting on trains across various railway zones.

These new Amrit Bharat Express trains will be operated and maintained by the Southern Railway (SR) zone. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Amrit Bharat Express launch: Kerala set to get 3 new trains this week – check routes, stoppages

January 21, 2026 9:05 pm

Amrit Bharat Express launch check routes, stoppages and key stations: The Amrit Bharat Express trains have been introduced to provide safe and reliable long distance travel for the common passenger at an affordable fare.

Vande Bharat Sleeper train to serve regional cuisines onboard. (Image generated using AI)

Basanti Pulao, Dhokar Dalna, Narikol Burfi & more: Full IRCTC food menu on India’s 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper train

January 21, 2026 6:41 pm

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train IRCTC Food Menu: Earlier this month, Ministry of Railways announced that traditional dishes associated with the region will be served on the Vande Bharat Sleeper train.

Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper train: It will be operated and maintained by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) zone. (Image: Bobins Abraham)

Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper train sees huge demand; tickets sold out within hours

January 20, 2026 7:58 pm

Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper booking, timing, train route, train fare: The newly launched Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Kamakhya route is experiencing huge demand. The tickets that opened for booking earlier in the day were sold out within hours.

The train was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 17 from Malda Town railway station.

Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper train ticket booking begins; check station-wise fare

January 20, 2026 3:20 pm

Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Ticket Booking, Stoppages, Time Table, Price: This new Vande Bharat Sleeper train will enhance long-distance rail connectivity between eastern India and the Northeast, offering a faster and more comfortable travel experience to passengers.

This premium train is being maintained and operated by the Central Railway (CR) zone.

India’s first Push-Pull Rajdhani Express marks 7 years of service - check route, stoppages, timings

January 20, 2026 3:18 pm

Push-Pull Mumbai to Delhi (Nizamuddin) Rajdhani Express Route, Train Number, Stoppages, Timings: Launched on January 19, 2019 as a bi-weekly service, the train received an overwhelming response from the passengers. Within just eight months, its frequency was increased to four days a week from September 13, 2019.

India’s first bullet train project advances towards electrification (Image: NHSRCL)

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train update: India’s 1st high-speed rail project advances towards electrification

January 20, 2026 8:29 am

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project current status: The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project is advancing towards electrification.

The Amrit Bharat Express is a new-generation train service offering affordable and safe long-distance inter-state travel with modern passenger-friendly features.

No separate policy: Amrit Bharat II Express reserved tickets to be governed by Vande Bharat Sleeper norms

January 20, 2026 8:28 am

Vande Bharat Sleeper ticket rules: According to the national transporter, the Amrit Bharat II Express category includes trains (Amrit Bharat) that will be introduced across the railway network from January 2026 onwards.

Amrit Bharat train

Indian Railways Amrit Bharat train service expansion: Total count hits 48

January 19, 2026 6:59 pm

Amrit Bharat Express train service expansion: The Amrit Bharat train comprise of 11 General Class coaches, 8 Sleeper Class coaches, 01 Pantry car and 02 Luggage cum Divyangjan coaches.

India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will run on Howrah-Kamakhya route. (Image: Bobins Abraham)

Vande Bharat Sleeper cancellation rules: You could lose 100% of your fare if you wait too long to cancel

January 19, 2026 5:51 pm

Railway Refund Policy 2026: According to the national transporter, passengers who cancel their confirmed tickets at the last minute will no longer be eligible for a fare refund. 

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