East Coast Railway GM Inspects Twin City Railway Station Works

Andhra train crash: CRS report implies avoidable accident

Railway safety experts, loco pilot associations, and trade union representatives attributed primary blame for the collision of two trains in the Waltair Division of the East Coast Railway, which resulted in 17 fatalities, to senior railway operating officials. They referred to the October 29, 2023, train accident.

According to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) report, it was found that three trains had overrun two defective signals before the accident. It was alleged that senior operating officials had overlooked these signals. The collision occurred when Train No. 08504 (VSKP-R..

East Coast Railway GM Inspects Boudh-Champapur Railway Section

East Coast Railway's (ECoR) General Manager conducted an extensive inspection of the Boudh-Champapur Railway Section, a pivotal segment of the Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line Project. This inspection underscores ECoR's commitment to ensuring the timely and efficient completion of crucial railway infrastructure projects, aimed at enhancing connectivity and facilitating seamless transportation across the region.

The Boudh-Champapur Railway Section holds significant importance within the broader framework of the Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line Project, which is envisaged to bolster connecti..

IRCON-DRA JV Wins East Coast Railway Project

IRCON International Limited, in collaboration with DRA Projects Pvt. Ltd., has clinched a significant contract from the East Coast Railway. This joint venture has been awarded the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for a project floated by the railway authority, marking a significant milestone in the companies' endeavours.

The project, bestowed upon IRCON-DRA JV, underscores the confidence and trust placed in their capabilities by one of India's key railway zones, the East Coast Railway. With a focus on enhancing railway infrastructure and services, this project holds immense promise for t..

Andhra train crash: CRS report implies avoidable accident

Railway safety experts, loco pilot associations, and trade union representatives attributed primary blame for the collision of two trains in the Waltair Division of the East Coast Railway, which resulted in 17 fatalities, to senior railway operating officials. They referred to the October 29, 2023, train accident.

According to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) report, it was found that three trains had overrun two defective signals before the accident. It was alleged that senior operating officials had overlooked these signals. The collision occurred when Train No. 08504 (VSKP-R..

Railways Calls for Bids for Varanasi Division Projects

Indian Railways has initiated the bidding process for various infrastructure projects in the Varanasi division. These projects aim to enhance rail connectivity and modernise facilities in the region, bolstering local transportation and economic growth.

The projects include the construction of new railway lines, upgrades to existing tracks, and improvements in station infrastructure across Varanasi division. This initiative is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to modernise and expand its network, catering to increasing passenger and freight demands.

The bidding process invi..