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Delhi train passengers, you can now leave your luggage behind: OTP-based digital lockers launched at major stations; check how to use them

Northern Railway has introduced an OTP-based digital luggage locker system at four major railway stations in Delhi, allowing passengers to store and retrieve their luggage independently and securely without assistance from railway staff. The facility is currently operational at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations, while Anand Vihar Terminal and…

The Economic Times

Over 400 rescued after hill slip disrupts Kalka-Shimla train run

A hill slip damaged the Kalka-Shimla railway track, causing disruptions. Northern Railway evacuated 391 passengers and 40 crew members to Kalka. Four incoming trains were short-terminated as a result of the incident. Over 400 individuals were transported by bus and Tempo Traveller vehicles.

The Economic Times

Railway Ministry approves raising train speed limit to 100 kmph on Katra-Banihal section

The Railway Ministry approved increasing train speeds to 100 kmph on the Katra-Banihal route. This enhancement will improve connectivity and travel comfort for passengers in Jammu and Kashmir. The decision follows the fulfillment of all necessary safety conditions by the railway authorities.

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Weather Jammu Today, July 28, 2026: Rain alert for Jammu, Srinagar, Katra and Udhampur, check latest updates

Jammu and Kashmir anticipates cloudy skies and moderate rainfall across several regions. Northern Railway has initiated special train services to aid stranded tourists and pilgrims. These trains offer a safe travel alternative amid ongoing road disruptions and landslides. Over fifteen hundred passengers have utilized these special train services for their…

The Economic Times

Jewellery stolen from reserved 3AC coach passengers while sleeping: Northern Railway ordered to pay Rs 80,000 as no attendant was present; theft on New Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express

Passengers travelling in a reserved 3AC coach on a New Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express lost jewellery while they were asleep, after unauthorised persons allegedly entered the coach. The consumer commission held Northern Railway responsible for deficiency in service due to the absence of a coach attendant and ordered compensation of Rs…

The Economic Times

Railways Explains Viral Train Puja Video, Says It Was Held in ₹3 Lakh Private Saloon Coach

A video showing a religious ceremony inside a moving train has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread curiosity and debate over whether such rituals are permitted on Indian Railways.

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India's first hydrogen train to roll out on July 17, regular service date awaited

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first hydrogen train on July seventeenth. This new train will travel eighty-nine kilometers between Jind and Sonipat in two hours. The hydrogen train will make stops at twelve intermediate stations along its route. Regular passenger service commencement date is yet to be…

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Trains Cancelled Till April 26 Check Your Route Now

Imagine reaching the station ticket in hand, bags packed Only to hear your train isn’t coming. No warning. No clear announcement. Just confusion. Right now, thousands of passengers across Bihar are facing this reality as major disruptions hit Indian Railways. Between April 18 and April 26, several trains are cancelled,…

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India’s trains are running on luck? RTI points to rampant drunk train driving

Imagine you are sitting in a taxi and suddenly realise the driver is drunk. You can shout, stop the car, or step out. But on a train, you don’t have that choice, with no control over the train engine and no way to know who is driving it or what…

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Shimla introduces holiday special train for Christmas and New Year

The north Indian hill town, Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, has been abuzz with activity as Northern Railway introduced. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Railway Board gets new Secretary, two new members

Aruna Nayar, Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) Officer of the 1987 batch was appointed Secretary of the Railway Board in the Ministry of Railways and took charge on January 6.

The Hindu

Massive rail infrastructure overhaul in UP ahead of Ayodhya temple, Maha Kumbh opening: Shobhan Chaudhuri, GM Northern Railway

LUCKNOW: Ahead of Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi temple coronation and Maha Kumbh opening, the Indian Railway is undertaking massive rail infrastructure overhaul in Uttar Pradesh, as the state government expects upto 40 crore pilgrims in the latter event and at least four lakh during anointing.

The Times of India

Northern Railways cancel train operations as precautionary measure amid flash floods

Amid heavy rain and flash floods, Northern Railway has suspended train services as a precautionary measure due to the flood-like situation. Read furtjher on Dynamite News:

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Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews safety works in Northern Railways

The Odisha train tragedy had occurred when a block section was under maintenance and automatic signalling was down.

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Railway Board was aware of short-cut methods by signalling staff

Two months before the devastating train accident in Odisha, the Railway Board had flagged the issue of signalling staff resorting to short-cut methods and warned top Railway officials of the alarming situation

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Railway firm begs passengers to stop watching porn on train and 'wait until you get home'

Northern Railway asked customers to refrain from watching content deemed 'not suitable for work' on their trains, which includes explicit material and inappropriate jokes

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