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Railways is working on a master plan for the integrated development of Varanasi stations.

Railways preparing master plan to integrate development of Varanasi’s 3 key stations; targets 500 daily train departures

November 08, 2025 8:25 pm

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who is in Varanasi for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagging off of four Vande Bharat trains, inspected several railway stations in the city after the inauguration ceremony.

Train number 26651/26652 Ernakulam-KSR Bengaluru-Ernakulam will run via Coimbatore, Palakkad route.

Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat train sees huge demand; tickets sold out within hours of launch

November 08, 2025 5:33 pm

Ernakulam Bengaluru Vande Bharat booking, timing, train route, train fare: The newly introduced Vande Bharat Express between Ernakulam and Bengaluru is experiencing huge demand. The tickets that opened for booking earlier in the day were sold out within hours, for the next few days.

Once operational, the train is expected to be a major game changer for daily commuters, business travellers, and students.

Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat: Here's how Kerala's 3rd semi-high-speed train could transform travel experience

November 08, 2025 4:41 pm

Ernakulam-Bangalore Vande Bharat bookings, travel time, route, ticket price: Indian Railways (IR) has commenced the ticket booking process for Ernakulam-Bangalore Vande Bharat train. The train will commence its commercial run from November 11.

Developed by Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF), these new semi-high-speed trains will further revolutionise rail journey in the country.

Narendra Modi Varanasi Visit: PM Modi flags off 4 new Vande Bharat trains - Full list, routes

November 08, 2025 9:16 am

PM Modi New Vande Bharat launch: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains today.

Earlier on Friday, Southern Railway zone has completed the trial run of Ernakulam to Bangalore Vande Bharat train.

Ernakulam-Bangalore Vande Bharat train begins inaugural run - check stoppages, timings

November 09, 2025 10:29 am

Ernakulam Bangalore Vande Bharat, Ernakulam Bengaluru train timing: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off Ernakulam to Bangalore Vande Bharat train. This new semi-high-speed train will be maintained and operated by the Southern Railway (SR) zone.

During its inaugural run on Saturday, this new semi-high-speed train will run as 'unreserved'.

Varanasi-Khajuraho Vande Bharat train to run as 'unreserved' today - check inaugural run timing, stoppages

November 08, 2025 12:47 am

Banaras Khajuraho Vande Bharat train: During its commercial run, the Banaras to Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express will run as train number 26422/26421. The train will cover a distance of 443 km in 07:40 hrs.

The prototype system has already been developed and has been under successful trial for the past ten months approximately on selected wagons.

Indian Railways to install AI-based technology to enhance security in freight trains - Here's how it will work

November 07, 2025 3:42 pm

Indian Railways AI technology, freight train safety system: The move aims at addressing the operational challenges in detecting unlocked or tampered doors in moving freight stock, which pose significant safety and security concerns.

Last month, Indian Railways made Aadhaar verification mandatory for passengers booking reserved train tickets

Indian Railways new booking rules: IRCTC makes Aadhaar-based authentication mandatory for train reservation in morning hours

November 07, 2025 2:35 pm

Indian Railways new booking rules, IRCTC Tatkal booking rules 2025: The move aims to ensure that the benefits of the reservation system reach genuine passengers and prevent misuse by touts or other unscrupulous elements.

Indian Railways liquor policy: How many alcohol bottles can you carry in trains?

Indian Railways liquor carrying rules: Can you travel with alcohol bottles in trains?

November 06, 2025 6:29 pm

Indian Railways liquor carry rules: Among the common questions, many passengers frequently asked is about the amount of liquor a person can carry while travelling by train.

These new trains will significantly reduce travel time between major destinations.

PM Modi in Varanasi, to flag off 4 new Vande Bharat trains today - Full list, routes

November 08, 2025 12:39 am

PM Modi New Vande Bharat launch, routes, timings, full list: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flag off four new Vande Bharat Express trains today. With these, the total number of Vande Bharat train services in the country will rise to 164.