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Humanoid robot ‘ASC Arjun’ at Visakhapatnam station (Image: East Coast Railway)

East Coast Railway introduces humanoid robot ‘ASC Arjun’ at Visakhapatnam station - here’s why

January 22, 2026 11:55 pm

Humanoid robot at Visakhapatnam railway station: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has introduced a humanoid robot “ASC ARJUN” at Visakhapatnam Railway Station.

During its journey between Nagercoil and Mangaluru, the train will stop at 20 stations.

Nagercoil-Mangaluru Amrit Bharat Express: Train number, route, stoppages, frequency, time table

January 22, 2026 6:14 pm

Nagercoil-Mangaluru Amrit Bharat Express launch: This new train will connect the southern tip of Tamil Nadu with coastal Karnataka through Kerala, strengthening west coast rail connectivity.

The Thiruvananthapuram North-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express will run as a weekly service. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Thiruvananthapuram-Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express: Train number, route, stoppages, frequency, time table

January 22, 2026 4:28 pm

Thiruvananthapuram–Charlapalli Amrit Bharat Express launched: This new train will strengthen connectivity between Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It will be operated and maintained by the Southern Railway zone.

During it journey between Thiruvananthapuram and Tambaram, this new Amrit Bharat Express train will halt at 15 stations.

Thiruvananthapuram-Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express: Train number, route, stoppages, frequency, time table

January 22, 2026 2:23 pm

Thiruvananthapuram–Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express Launched: This new non-AC train has been designed to provide affordable and high-quality service for passengers from lower and lower-middle income category.

Amrit Bharat trains will strengthen inter-state connectivity. (Image: Ministry of Railways/File)

PM Modi to visit Kerala on Jan 23, flag off four new trains including 3 Amrit Bharat Express - check routes

January 22, 2026 9:45 am

Amrit Bharat Express train launch: Amrit Bharat trains have been introduced to provide affordable, safe, and reliable long distance travel for the common passenger.

India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express train will be maintained and operated by NFR zone. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Ticket policy to luggage rules: India’s 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper train starts today - 5 things passengers must know

January 22, 2026 9:30 am

Vande Bharat Sleeper Express train: The Kamakhya-Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper Express comprises 16 coaches, with three classes of travel: Third AC, Second AC and First AC.

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.