The FDI has supported major projects across the sector, with 100 per cent equity allowed under the automatic route for areas such as suburban corridor construction and operations through public-private partnerships (PPP), high-speed trains, dedicated freight corridors
18 March,2026 10:51 PM IST | Mumbai
Indian Railways has introduced the RailOne mobile app, allowing passengers to book both reserved and unreserved tickets easily, enhancing digital convenience and reducing dependence on counters
18 March,2026 10:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In a written reply in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that as on March 12, 2026, the Indian Railways is operating 162 Vande Bharat Chair Car services on its network. Only two Vande Bharat Sleeper services are currently running
18 March,2026 09:47 PM IST | Mumbai
As part of passenger-focused initiatives, 71,000 special trains were operated in 2025-26, while holding areas are being developed at 75 stations to manage crowding
18 March,2026 10:00 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
