Railways, DMRC Sign MoU for Automatic Wheel Profile Systems

07 Apr 2025 CW Team

Indian Railways has taken a major step towards modernising its rolling stock maintenance by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for the deployment of Automatic Wheel Profile Measurement Systems (AWPMS). The MoU, signed at Rail Bhawan, New Delhi, outlines DMRC’s responsibility for the procurement, supply, installation and commissioning of four AWPMS units for Indian Railways.

The AWPMS is a state-of-the-art, non-contact system that uses laser scanners and high-speed cameras to automatically measure train wheel profiles in real-time. This advanced technology enables swift detection of wheel geometry and wear, eliminating manual inspection and allowing for immediate alerts in case of deviations—thereby ensuring safer and more efficient rail operations.

The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from both organisations, including Shri B.M. Agrawal, Member (Traction & Rolling Stock), Shri S.K. Pankaj, Additional Member (Production Units), Shri Ashish Sharma, Additional Member (Mechanical Engineering), and Shri Parmit Garg, Director (Business Development), DMRC.

This partnership signifies a transformative move in Indian Railways’ approach to maintenance, reducing turnaround time while boosting accuracy and safety. It also reflects a growing synergy between Indian Railways and DMRC in embracing technological innovation, fostering skill development, and driving operational excellence.

Infrastructure Transport

13 Oct 2025

Tata, Airbus to Build India’s First Private Helicopter Line

In a landmark development for India’s aerospace sector, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Airbus will establish the country’s first private-sector helicopter assembly line in Vemagal, Karnataka. The facility will manufacture the Airbus H125 and H125M, marking a significant milestone in India’s push for self-reliance in aviation and defence manufacturing. The new Final Assembly Line (FAL) will produce the H125, the world’s best-selling single-engine helicopter, known for its versatility and performance in extreme environments. The first ‘Made in India’ H125 is expected to ro..

NeGD to Support Bharat Taxi in Building Cooperative Ride Platform

In a significant move for India’s digital and mobility transformation, the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) of the Digital India Corporation, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has entered into an advisory partnership with Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited, the company behind Bharat Taxi — a first-of-its-kind, cooperative-led national ride-hailing platform. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between NeGD and Sahakar Taxi to provide strategic advisory and technical support covering key areas such as platform integration, cybersecurity..

MeitY Hosts Pre-Summit for India–AI Impact Summit 2026

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, hosted a series of Pre-Summit events for the upcoming India–AI Impact Summit 2026 at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 in New Delhi. These sessions mark a key milestone ahead of the main summit, scheduled for 19–20 February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Delivering the inaugural address, S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, highlighted India’s innovative and frugal approach to AI development. “We have adopted innovative means by learning from others’ experiences to build projects and products that..