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Railways Plans 200 Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals
The Indian Railways is aiming to establish 200 Gati Shakti cargo terminals across the country as part of its ambitious infrastructure development plans. These terminals, which will be strategically located, are intended to enhance the efficiency and capacity of the rail freight network, facilitating smoother movement of goods and promoting economic growth.
The initiative aligns with the government's broader vision of bolstering the country's logistics infrastructure and optimising multimodal transportation networks. By investing in Gati Shakti terminals, the Indian Railways seeks to ca..
DP World Unveils Rail Freight Link from Hazira to Delhi
The newly launched dedicated rail freight service by DP World establishes a direct link between the Hazira port and the bustling metropolitan region of Delhi and its surrounding areas. This move is poised to enhance the logistics landscape, offering a time-efficient and reliable transportation option for goods, ultimately benefiting businesses and trade activities.
With a focus on bolstering India's connectivity and trade capabilities, DP World's rail service aligns with the government's vision for a robust and integrated logistics network. The Hazira-Delhi rail link is expected to pl..
World Bank to provide $245 mn loan to assist Indian Railways
The board of executive directors of the World Bank has approved a loan of $245 million to help India's efforts to update its logistics and rail freight infrastructure.
The Rail Logistics project would assist India in diverting more traffic from the road to the rail, improving the efficiency of both freight and passenger transportation while lowering annual GHG emissions by millions of tonnes. The World Bank told the media that the project would facilitate more private sector investment in the railway industry. With 1.2 billion tonnes of freight moved during the fisca..
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..
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