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Rail operators likely to post double-digit growth in FY25: India Ratings

Rail operators' revenue is expected to grow into double-digit, while warehousing sector is projected to log a 3-5 per cent year-on-year growth in organic rentals this fiscal even as the demand for Grade-A space may remain intact, ratings agency India Ratings said on Friday. For sea transport, the ratings agency said, it is expecting port volumes will be supported by the coastal movement of goods and global container freight, with the easing of geopolitical tensions, including the Red Sea crisis and the normalisation of US-bound traffic. EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) for container freight stations is expected to remain range-bound due to the increase in the proportion of direct port delivery and high competition intensity at large ports, according to Ind-Ra (India Ratings). Ind-Ra has also assigned an improving outlook for the logistics industry for FY26 and said that macro-tailwinds arising from the government's multipolar investments acros

Rail operators likely to post double-digit growth in FY25: India Ratings
Updated On : 17 Jan 2025 | 2:12 PM IST

RPF constable recruitment: Application status released on official website

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced the RPF Constable Application Status 2025 for 4208 Constable vacancies in the Railway Protection Force (RPF) on the official website

RPF constable recruitment: Application status released on official website
Updated On : 17 Jan 2025 | 11:04 AM IST

Govt employees can now use LTC for Tejas, Vande Bharat and Humsafar trains

Under the LTC scheme, eligible Central government employees get their ticket costs reimbursed for round trips and also enjoy paid leave during their travel

Govt employees can now use LTC for Tejas, Vande Bharat and Humsafar trains
Updated On : 15 Jan 2025 | 5:29 PM IST

Groww MF launches first-ever ETF tracking Indian railways PSU Index

This ETF replicates the Nifty India Railways PSU Index-TRI, featuring PSUs vital to the railways sector, covering infrastructure, financial services, logistics, and technology

Groww MF launches first-ever ETF tracking Indian railways PSU Index
Updated On : 14 Jan 2025 | 3:16 PM IST

Railway introduces special trains ahead of Maha Kumbh 2025, details inside

Western Railway has launched special trains for the Maha Kumbh 2025. 98 special trains have been introduced with a focus on passenger convenience, hygiene and the proper functioning

Railway introduces special trains ahead of Maha Kumbh 2025, details inside
Updated On : 14 Jan 2025 | 10:19 AM IST

IRCTC share steams ahead 5% as Macquarie initiates with 'Outperform'

The northward movement in IRCTC share price came after foreign brokerage firm Macquarie initiated coverage with 'Outperform' rating, with a target price of Rs 900

IRCTC share steams ahead 5% as Macquarie initiates with 'Outperform'
Updated On : 10 Jan 2025 | 12:21 PM IST

PM Modi launches Pravasi Bharatiya Express; check route, destinations, more

The Pravasi Bharatiya Express tourist train for the Indian diaspora was launched today. Connecting the diaspora with their historical and cultural roots is the goal of the project

PM Modi launches Pravasi Bharatiya Express; check route, destinations, more
Updated On : 09 Jan 2025 | 2:53 PM IST

PM Modi to inaugurate railway projects in J&K, Telangana, Odisha today

The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the Rayagada Railway Division Building of East Coast Railway, which will improve connectivity in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and nearby areas

PM Modi to inaugurate railway projects in J&K, Telangana, Odisha today
Updated On : 06 Jan 2025 | 7:10 AM IST

Did Rajdhani trains run faster in 1973? The answer may surprise you

Once the pride of Indian Railways, the Rajdhani Express hasn't lived up to its speed promises decades later. The train seems to be stuck in a slow-motion time loop

Did Rajdhani trains run faster in 1973? The answer may surprise you
Updated On : 02 Jan 2025 | 6:53 PM IST

The India Story: Long journey traversed, but 90% of nation yet to be built

From highways connecting once-remote regions to aviation networks carrying millions, India's infrastructure story is one of transformation

The India Story: Long journey traversed, but 90% of nation yet to be built
Updated On : 31 Dec 2024 | 11:08 PM IST

Railway Board flags violation of continuous night duty norm for loco-pilots

The Railway Board has asked the Centre for Railway Information Systems to provide alert to crew controllers in case of violation of its instructions regarding continuous night duty for running staff such as loco pilots. As per the board's guidelines, Continuous night duty for running staff should be limited to four nights with the fourth night towards the headquarters. However, it has been observed that railways are violating these instructions by continuing to book running staff after 4 consecutive nights due to absence of alert in CMS (Crew Management System), the Board said in its letter dated December 26, 2024 addressed to the managing director of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS). In CMS reports for the month of October, November and December (till date), total 1360, 1224 and 696 cases of loco pilots with five and more than five continuous night duty were recorded respectively, the board's letter added. Advising CRIS to provide alerts on crew booking console of

Railway Board flags violation of continuous night duty norm for loco-pilots
Updated On : 27 Dec 2024 | 8:06 PM IST

Heated sleeper coaches, tight security: 5 new trains from Delhi to Kashmir

Indian Railways plans five new trains from Delhi to Kashmir with enhanced airport-style security and snow-resistant design, marking a major step in connecting the region to the rest of India

Heated sleeper coaches, tight security: 5 new trains from Delhi to Kashmir
Updated On : 26 Dec 2024 | 4:18 PM IST

IRCTC website down: Here's how you can book or cancel your train tickets

IRCTC says the website and app are down due to maintenance activities. This is the second such instance in December that users are facing difficulties in booking tickets online

IRCTC website down: Here's how you can book or cancel your train tickets
Updated On : 26 Dec 2024 | 1:10 PM IST

Trai recommends additional 5 Mhz spectrum to Railways in 700 Mhz band

Telecom regulator Trai on Friday recommended the allotment of the only chunk of 5 megahertz spectrum left in premium 700 Mhz band frequency range to Indian Railways for passenger safety applications. The price of per megahertz (Mhz) spectrum in 700 Mhz band frequency was priced at Rs 3,927 crore for commercial use. "In addition to the already assigned 5 MHz (paired) frequency spectrum in the 700 MHz frequency band, an additional 5 MHz (paired) frequency spectrum in the 700 MHz frequency band should be assigned to Indian Railways for its safety and security applications along the railway tracks for captive use," Trai said in its recommendation on "Assignment of Additional Spectrum to Indian Railways for its Safety and Security Applications". The DoT has already allocated 5 Mhz of spectrum in the 700 Mhz band to Indian Railways in 2021. Telecom signals transmitted in 700 Mhz band can cover an area in the range of 6-10 km. The vast coverage provided in these frequency bands reduces th

Trai recommends additional 5 Mhz spectrum to Railways in 700 Mhz band
Updated On : 20 Dec 2024 | 9:44 PM IST

No provision of free travel for Maha Kumbh Mela: Railways ministry

The Ministry of Railways on Wednesday dismissed as "baseless" claims that passengers would be allowed to travel free of cost during the Maha Kumbh Mela, and said no such provision exists. "It has come to the attention of Indian Railways that certain media outlets are circulating reports claiming that passengers will be allowed to travel free of cost during the Maha Kumbh Mela," it said in a statement. "Indian Railways categorically denies these reports, as they are entirely baseless and misleading," the statement said. "Travelling without a valid ticket is strictly prohibited under the rules and regulations of Indian Railways and constitutes a punishable offense. There are no provisions for free travel during Maha Kumbh Mela or any other occasion," the ministry added. It added that the Indian Railways was committed to ensuring seamless travel for passengers during the Maha Kumbh. "Adequate arrangements are being made, including the establishment of special holding areas, additiona

No provision of free travel for Maha Kumbh Mela: Railways ministry
Updated On : 18 Dec 2024 | 2:43 PM IST

Udhampur-Baramulla Rail link ready, operations likely to start by January

Kashmir is likely to be connected to the rest of the country through rail next month as the work on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) has been completed, a senior Railway official said here on Tuesday. The Northern Railway General Manager Ashok Verma told reporters here that the work on the final tunnel located in the Reasi area will be completed within a week. "The project will be completed very soon. We are hopeful of the connectivity in January. Then all trains including Vande Bharat will run and a timetable will be framed for all the trains. We hope to start this project in January," Verma said. He said the completion of the project would make a huge difference and "there will be a total change in the situation in Kashmir". Verma said the work on the tunnel at Reasi, which was previously called as T-1 but is now known as T-33, is in its final stages and would be completed within a week. "Track-laying work has been completed, and electrical work is currently ...

Udhampur-Baramulla Rail link ready, operations likely to start by January
Updated On : 18 Dec 2024 | 7:32 AM IST

Railway stocks in demand; Jupiter, Titagarh, RailTel, RVNL rally up to 13%

Key projects, including the PLI scheme for train parts, Gati Shakti inclusion, redevelopment of railway stations, and the multitracking project, are opening unparalleled possibilities for the sector

Railway stocks in demand; Jupiter, Titagarh, RailTel, RVNL rally up to 13%
Updated On : 11 Dec 2024 | 12:36 PM IST

Rail freight loading slowdown continues; November sees 1.4% growth

Data from the core sector up to October reveals a 5.3 per cent increase in electricity generation so far this year

Rail freight loading slowdown continues; November sees 1.4% growth
Updated On : 09 Dec 2024 | 12:57 AM IST

What in the Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 is upsetting the Opposition?

During the discussion in the parliament, Congress MP Manoj Kumar raised concerns about the proposed Bill, stating that its passage could undermine the autonomy of Indian Railways

What in the Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 is upsetting the Opposition?
Updated On : 05 Dec 2024 | 1:18 PM IST

RPF SI 2024: Admit cards for Dec 9 exam to be out today, check details

RRBs will soon announce the admit cards for the Sub-Inspector (Executive) in the Railway Protection Force and Railway Protection Special Force recruitment examination to be held on Dec 9

RPF SI 2024: Admit cards for Dec 9 exam to be out today, check details
Updated On : 05 Dec 2024 | 11:15 AM IST