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'Nobody will fly': India's plane versus train battle gets a twist

India's Railway Minister said upcoming bullet trains will dominate short-haul routes like Mumbai-Pune and Bengaluru-Chennai, mirroring global trends. This strategic shift prioritises high-speed rail for premium intercity travel, potentially reshaping India's transport landscape and economic integration by compressing travel times and fostering regional growth.

The Economic Times

Pet Travel on Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains: How the Pet Box Facility Works in India

Pet travel is no longer a niche concern for Indian passengers. With more people considering pets as part of the family, travel planning now increasingly includes arrangements for them as well. As discussions around Vande Bharat sleeper trains grow, one feature that is drawing attention is the pet box facility…

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PM Modi flags off 6 Vande Bharat trains virtually

Six Vande Bharat trains entered the Indian Railways fleet on Sunday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the trains from Tatanagar in Jharkhand. Read further on Dynamite News:

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PM Narendra Modi flags off new Vande Bharat Express Trains in Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated three new Vande Bharat Express trains. The virtual flag-off ceremony took place at 12:30 pm. The newly launched trains will operate on the Meerut-Lucknow, Madurai-Bengaluru, and Chennai-Nagercoil routes, offering passengers a faster and more comfortable travel experience.

The Times of India

Vande Bharat may operate as special train on Ernakulam-Bengaluru route

Vande Bharat Express rake arrives in Kochi for potential special train service in Ernakulam-Bengaluru corridor.

The Hindu

PM Modi to dedicate, lay foundation stone for 6,000 railway projects tomorrow

PM Modi to dedicate over 6,000 railway projects worth ₹85,000 crore, including Vande Bharat Express trains and cargo terminals.

The Hindu

Passengers appreciate prompt response of Waltair Division officials in arranging a special train in lieu of cancelled Vande Bharat

The cancellation of train no. 20833 Visakhapatnam-Secunderabad Vande Bharat at the eleventh hour on Friday morning (March 08) has, no doubt, irked passengers. But, the prompt response of the officials in arranging a special train, in less than two hours, drew the appreciation of the passengers.

The Hindu

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SCR to develop three maintenance depots for Vande Bharat trains

South Central Railway plans to develop modern maintenance depots for Vande Bharat Express trains in Hyderabad.

The Hindu

Vande Bharat trains see overwhelming response; Railways planning to add another one from Secunderabad to Pune

SCR's Vande Bharat trains witness full occupancy in Dec 2023; 16 coaches, world-class features, GPS-based passenger info system.

The Hindu

PM flags off Vande Bharat Express between Mangaluru and Goa

All the eight coaches of the Vande Bharat Express to Madgaon were filled with passengers on the inaugural run. Most of the passengers were issued souvenir tickets. Passengers, who included several elected representatives and officials, boarded the train at 10.30 a.m. Soon thereafter, the doors of the coaches were closed,…

The Hindu

‘Late running’ of trains: standoff between Railways, regular commuters intensifies

Commuters protest Railways' 'adamant' attitude in not revising Vande Bharat train timetable, leading to disruption of other trains & hardship for passengers. Friends on Rails sent memo to Minister, suggesting advanced departure of Vande Bharat to avoid disruption & help commuters.

The Hindu

LDF seeks steps to alleviate rail passengers’ woes in Kannur

LDF to hold march to 5 railway stations in Kannur on Nov 2 to demand better facilities for commuters. Issues include Vande Bharat train disruption, lack of space in general compartments, reduced sleeper coaches, rescheduling, more MEMU/passenger trains, improved signalling, and station upkeep.

The Hindu

Chamber urges Niramala Sitharaman to ensure early completion of projects in A.P.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded favourably to the appeals of AP Chamber of Commerce & Industry Federation for key projects in the State. Issues such as air connectivity, Vande Bharat sleeper trains, food processing sector, GST on naturally dried chillies, Oil Palm Board, bulk drug park, TCS on overseas travel…

The Hindu

Southern Railway plans to deploy single crew in Vande Bharat, Tejas

Southern Railway plans single crew for high-speed trains, raising safety concerns among loco pilots due to long working hours without breaks. Familiarisation issues and fatigue increase risk of human error, but final decision yet to be taken.

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16 coaches of Chennai-Mysuru-Chennai Vande Bharat train cleaned in less than 14 minutes

The Mysuru Division of the South Western Railways on October 1 launched the ‘’14 Minutes Miracle’’ initiative entailing cleaning of the Vande Bharat train in less than 14 minutes

The Hindu

First-class ride for Telangana students aboard new Vande Bharat train

Excited students embarked on their maiden journey aboard the Vande Bharat Express from Kacheguda railway station.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami calls for meeting of HQ functionaries, MPs, MLAs after AIADMK-BJP friction. PM Modi flags off TN's 2nd Vande Bharat Express train. PMK's Dr. S. Ramadoss urges TN govt to extend Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam to all women. TN CM M.K. Stalin inspects Coimbatore roads, inaugurates 2…

The Hindu

PM Modi flags off nine Vande Bharat Express trains

From improvising the seat reclining angle to incorporating deep wash basins to avoid water from splashing out, the coach manufacturers of Vande Bharat Express trains have paid attention to minute details.

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Trial run of new Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express held with a halt in Tiruchi

Trial run of Vande Bharat Express from Tirunelveli to Chennai Egmore via Tiruchi conducted. PM Modi to flag off service on Sep 24. 8-coach train has 530 seats, improved features. Reception planned at 4 stations on inaugural run.

The Hindu

Other trains will not be detained to make way for Vande Bharat, say Railways

Second Vande Bharat train for Kerala begins trial run; to meet travel demand, but may affect other train schedules. Railways taking steps to ensure minimal disruption, such as making optimal use of vacant time slots and increasing speed limits. Doubling of Ernakulam-Ambalappuzha track key to streamlining services. 170% occupancy of…

The Times of India

Odisha: Vande Bharat Express from Rourkela-Puri to start from september 24

ROURKELA: The Rourkela-Puri Vande Bharat Express will start services from September 24, senior divisional commercial manager, Chakradharpur division of East Coast Railway, Gajraj Singh, said here on Wednesday after a trial run of the train.

The Hindu

Railways to make changes inside Vande Bharat trains

Railways announce tech changes to Vande Bharat trains to improve travel experience, incl. fire detection, seating, mobile charging, wash basin design, magazine bags, securing points for wheelchairs, emergency talk-back unit, hinged door assembly, luggage rack lights. 25 pairs running with 120% patronage.

The Hindu

Second Vande Bharat likely for Kerala

Kerala to receive 2nd Vande Bharat train; ICF Chennai allots 8-car rake. Route likely to be Mangaluru-Ernakulam. Best-performing Vande Bharat Express in country with avg. occupancy of 183%. Opposite schedule of Kasaragod-Thiruvananthapuram service.

The Hindu

SCR likely to have two more Vande Bharat Express trains

SCR to get two more Vande Bharat Express trains this month; flagged off by PM Modi on Aug 15; electric traction & other infrastructure work on; trial run of one train already; other to run via Renigunta; both to be chair car trains with exec. & AC chair car sections.…

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Opposition parties resolve to conduct caste census; PM Modi says coalitions of ‘negativity’ never successful, and more

Morning Digest, July 19, 2023 | NDA coalition of contributions, not compulsion; INDIA to conduct caste census; govt opts for scenario-based targets for exports; India-Russia JV deal back on track; and more

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