Railways Lays 7.41km Tracks Daily on Average in a Decade: RTI

K2 Infragen wins contract; to construct a four-lane rail overbridge

K2 Infragen has clinched a substantial contract valued at Rs 902 million to construct a four-lane rail overbridge on the Patna-Mughalsarai section of Danapur Division in Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The winning bid was secured through a joint venture between Gangasagar Singh and PRL Infrastructure, with K2 Infragen assuming full responsibility for project execution, entrusted by the UP-State Bridge Corporation. Scheduled for completion within 18 months, this project aims to boost connectivity corridors and facilitate seamless mobility across railway tracks in Uttar Pradesh.

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Agartala-Akhaura Railway Link Opens

The Agartala-Akhaura railway link, a significant project under the Maitri Setu initiative, is set to become operational soon, according to the Chief Minister of Tripura. This cross-border rail connection aims to enhance connectivity between India and Bangladesh, fostering better economic ties and cultural exchange. The project includes a 12.03 km long rail line, with 5.46 km within India and 6.57 km in Bangladesh, linking Agartala in Tripura to Akhaura in Bangladesh.

The railway link is expected to reduce travel time and logistical costs significantly, boosting trade and tourism. It wi..

Railways Open Empanelment for Rooftop Solar Projects

The Indian Railways has initiated the process of empanelling vendors for the installation of rooftop solar projects across various railway premises. This move is part of the Railways' commitment to promoting renewable energy and reducing its carbon footprint.

Through this empanelment process, the Railways aims to onboard qualified vendors who can execute rooftop solar projects efficiently and in adherence to quality standards. The initiative seeks to leverage the vast rooftop space available across railway properties for the deployment of solar power generation systems.

The empan..

Agartala-Akhaura Railway Link Opens

The Agartala-Akhaura railway link, a significant project under the Maitri Setu initiative, is set to become operational soon, according to the Chief Minister of Tripura. This cross-border rail connection aims to enhance connectivity between India and Bangladesh, fostering better economic ties and cultural exchange. The project includes a 12.03 km long rail line, with 5.46 km within India and 6.57 km in Bangladesh, linking Agartala in Tripura to Akhaura in Bangladesh.

The railway link is expected to reduce travel time and logistical costs significantly, boosting trade and tourism. It wi..

India to Become World?s 2nd Largest Urban Metro Network in 2 Years

India is on track to have the world's second-largest urban metro network within the next two years, according to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. The expansion is part of the government's broader urban infrastructure development strategy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

Currently, over 1,000 kilometres of metro rail projects are under construction in various cities, including Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Kochi, Mumbai, Nagpur, and Ahmedabad. These projects are part of the government's commitment to enhancing urban mobility and infrastructure.

The Union Mi..