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Unlocking Returns: Key imperatives to drive profitability in Indian Railways

October 10, 2025

By M. Vijayakumar, Joint Adviser, NITI Aayog The first public railway line utilising steam locomotives for passenger transport was established in England. George Stephenson’s rail system, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, commenced operations on September […]

On the Right Track: Making Indian Railways smarter and safer

September 18, 2025

Indian Railways (IR) is undergoing a major transformation, driven by a significant investment of Rs 2.65 trillion under Union Budget 2025-26. With allocations of Rs 750 billion for track infrastructure […]

Fast Forward: Key developments in the railway sector

September 18, 2025

The railway sector is undergoing a transformative phase, driven by robust policy reforms and improved connectivity. The Ministry of Railways (MoR) is focusing on advancing both the passenger and freight segments by increasing freight loading, […]

Views of Ashwini Vaishnaw: “IR ensures that passengers receive safe and reliable services at the lowest possible cost”

September 18, 2025

Before 2014, Indian Railways (IR) faced years of underinvestment, averaging only around Rs 250 billion annually. Recognising this, the union government significantly increased capital expenditure between 2014 and 2025, raising the railway budget to approximately […]

Interview with Sanjay Swarup :“CONCOR is making efforts to provide complete logistics solutions under one roof”

September 18, 2025

Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) plays a key role in the Indian freight segment, handling about 60 per cent of the container rail traffic, which accounts for 19-20 per cent of the total container […]

Railway Revamp: Progress in electrification, expansion and rolling stock modernisation

September 18, 2025

Indian Railways (IR) has made notable progress over the past year, driven by its sustained focus on infrastructure expansion, electrification, safety enhancement, and passenger-centric services. Over 3,400 km of new tracks have been operationalised, more […]

Views of Shobhit Bhatnagar: “The DFC network is poised for further expansion”

September 18, 2025

The Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) is among the most ambitious infrastructure projects undertaken by the government in recent decades. The project, implemented by Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL), is aimed at easing […]

By M. Vijayakumar, Joint Adviser, NITI Aayog The first public railway line utilising steam locomotives for passenger transport was established in England. George Stephenson’s rail system, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, commenced operations on September […]

Improving Logistics: Policy and technology advances drive freight expansion

July 7, 2025

Indian Railways (IR) has made significant progress in freight transportation during 2024-25. With consistent growth in freight volumes and strategic policy support, IR continues to strengthen its position as a key pillar of India’s transport […]

Transforming Connectivity: Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramula Rail Link sets an engineering milestone

May 5, 2025

By Md. Tanveer Khan (IRSE), Director (GatiShakti), Ministry of Railways India has made remarkable progress in developing infrastructure that connects remote and strategically significant regions to the rest of the country. Among its most ambitious […]

Future Track: Indigenisation and modernisation of Indian Railways

January 6, 2025

To reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, Indian Railways (IR) has embarked on a journey to manufacture equipment, develop technological capabilities and provide services of global standards in the country. In line with this, IR, in […]

Modern Makeover: Indian railway stations get a new look

November 7, 2024

The majority of railway stations in India are equipped with facilities that are well over a century old, deterring people from choosing the railways over other modes of transportation. Hence, in the past few years, […]

On the Right Track: IR focuses on safety, sustainability and capacity building

September 19, 2024

With the aim of making the railways the most preferred means of travel, Indian Railways (IR) has firmed up plans to deploy new-generation trains and upgrade safety infrastructure. Equal emphasis has been laid on enhancing […]

Better, Safer, Faster: Opportunities and challenges in the railway sector

September 18, 2024

The railway sector has undergone a significant transformation over the past few years, including the introduction of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts; public-private partnership (PPP) contracts and the rapid adoption of digital technologies. While […]

Speeding Up: Key developments in the railway sector

September 18, 2024

Over the past few years, Indian Railways (IR) has made significant strides in rail safety, modernisation and technological innovation. With strong budgetary support, IR aims to achieve its objective of higher speed, better passenger amenities […]

Interview with Anil Kumar Khandelwal: “IR is on track to develop infrastructure that aligns with India’s economic development”

September 17, 2024

In recent years, several key reforms and initiatives have been implemented to upgrade and modernise the railway network. These include a continued focus on capacity enhancement, decongestion of high-density networks, safety and sustainability measures, and […]

Views of Shobhit Bhatnagar: “Commissioning of DFCs has led to enhanced freight services”

September 16, 2024

The dedicated freight corridors (DFCs) are playing a vital role in transforming the rail logistics landscape of the country. These corridors are expected to enable Indian Railways (IR) to regain its market share in freight […]

Key Statistics: Indian Railways’ growth trends

September 14, 2024