First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Ready for Testing, Says Vaishnaw

02 Aug 2024 CW Team

India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train has been completed and is currently undergoing rigorous testing, according to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. This development marks a significant milestone in India's railway modernization efforts.

The Vande Bharat sleeper train, designed to offer enhanced comfort and efficiency, represents an upgrade over existing train services. The new train model features modern amenities, including improved seating arrangements, enhanced safety measures, and advanced passenger comfort features.

The testing phase is crucial to ensure the train meets all operational and safety standards before its official launch. These tests will evaluate various aspects of the train's performance, including speed, safety, and passenger comfort.

The introduction of the Vande Bharat sleeper train is expected to revolutionise long-distance rail travel in India. It aligns with the government's vision of upgrading railway infrastructure and enhancing the passenger experience.

Once the testing is completed successfully, the train will be put into service, providing a more comfortable and efficient travel option for passengers. The Vande Bharat sleeper train is part of a broader initiative to modernise India's rail network and improve connectivity across the country.

Overall, this advancement reflects India's commitment to modernising its transportation infrastructure and offering improved travel experiences to its citizens.

Real Estate

02 Apr 2026

Indian real estate attracts USD 1.4 bn institutional investments in Q1 2026: Vestian

Institutional investments in India’s real estate sector touched USD 1.4 billion in Q1 2026, marking the highest first-quarter inflow since 2022, according to Vestian. While investments fell 62 per cent quarter-on-quarter due to an exceptionally high base in the previous quarter, they rose 74 per cent compared to the same period last year, reflecting sustained investor confidence despite rising geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges.Commercial real estate remained the key driver of investment activity during the quarter, accounting for 80 per cent of total inflows, sharply higher than 38 p..

VECV crosses 1 lakh annual vehicle sales milestone in FY26

VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, has surpassed the 1 lakh annual sales mark in FY 2025–26, recording its highest-ever commercial vehicle sales performance. The company said it sold more than 100,000 vehicles during the year, marking a major milestone aligned with the original vision of the Volvo–Eicher joint venture.The strong performance was supported by demand across categories. Light and Medium Duty (LMD) trucks contributed 47,789 units, accounting for 46.1 per cent of total sales. Heavy Duty (HD) trucks recorded 26,867 units (25.9 pe..

Rodic Digital & Advisory partners SatSure to deploy EO intelligence in public sector

Rodic Digital & Advisory (RDA), the strategic advisory and digital transformation arm of Rodic Consultants, has signed a strategic cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SatSure to jointly pursue opportunities in India’s public sector. The collaboration aims to integrate high-resolution Earth Observation (EO) data and geospatial AI into government workflows to strengthen monitoring, compliance, and operational decision-making across key sectors.The partnership combines SatSure’s Earth intelligence capabilities with RDA’s expertise in government digital transformation and ..