Railway Board Directs Zones to Standardise Loco Pilots' Training for Automatic Signalling Areas

16 Jul 2024 CW Team

In a significant directive, the Railway Board has instructed all railway zones to standardise the training of loco pilots who operate within automatic signalling areas. This decision aims to ensure uniformity and proficiency among loco pilots across the Indian Railways network, thereby enhancing safety and operational efficiency.

The move comes amidst efforts to modernise railway operations and align with global best practices in railway signalling. Standardised training will equip loco pilots with essential skills and knowledge required to navigate automatic signalling systems effectively, minimising human errors and enhancing reliability in train operations.

According to the Railway Board, uniform training protocols will streamline operations, improve communication between loco pilots and control centres, and facilitate quicker adaptation to technological advancements in signalling systems. This initiative is expected to contribute significantly to the overall safety and punctuality of train services across the railway network.

By mandating standardised training, the Railway Board aims to mitigate risks associated with operating in automatic signalling zones while optimising resource utilisation and enhancing passenger and freight transportation efficiency. The directive underscores the board's commitment to adopting modern practices that prioritise safety, reliability, and technological advancement in India's railway infrastructure.

Infrastructure Urban

26 Aug 2025

Jupiter Opens First EV Showroom in Hyderabad

Jupiter Electric Mobility Pvt Ltd (JEM), the electric commercial vehicle arm of Jupiter Wagons Ltd, has inaugurated its first showroom in New Bowenpally, Secunderabad, Hyderabad. The launch also marks the introduction of its 1.05-tonne four-wheeler electric light commercial vehicle (eLCV), JEM TEZ, to Telangana’s growing logistics and intra-city freight market. This expansion underscores JEM’s commitment to delivering purpose-built sustainable mobility solutions and accelerating the electrification of India’s logistics sector.The new showroom, operated by Arven Motors Pvt Ltd, offers cus..

Premier Energies Launches 620W DCR Solar Modules in India

Premier Energies Limited, one of India’s largest integrated solar manufacturers, has launched its next-generation 620W DCR solar modules using G12R TOPCon technology, now among the most powerful large-format panels available in the country.The new modules, built with Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) architecture, deliver superior power density, improved temperature coefficients, and enhanced low-light performance. The rectangular G12R N-type cell design enables higher string power and balance-of-system optimisation, making the panels suitable for utility-scale projects as well as com..

ONGC Starts Gas Sales from Rajasthan Chinnewala Tibba Block

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has commenced natural gas sales from the Discovered Small Field (DSF-II) Block RJ/ONDSF/Chinnewala/2018, marking the successful monetisation of the Chinnewala Tibba field in the Rajasthan Kutch Onland Exploratory Asset (RKOEA). Gas sales officially began on 25 August 2025.This development highlights ONGC’s commitment to boosting domestic energy production and strengthening India’s energy security under the guidance of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Located in western Rajasthan, close to the Indo-Pakistan border, the Chinnewala Tibb..