Vaishnaw unveils Vande Bharat train designed for Katra-Srinagar route
4 days, 11 hours ago

Vaishnaw unveils Vande Bharat train designed for Katra-Srinagar route

The Hindu  

Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video of the Vande Bharat Express train for the upcoming Katra-Srinagar rail route, connecting Jammu to the Kashmir valley. The 49-second video, shared on Mr. Vaishnaw's X account, gives a glimpse of the features of the train which is specially designed to operate seamlessly in Jammu & Kashmir's challenging winter conditions. According to Railway officials, the train has several additional features as compared to the other 136 Vande Bharat Express trains currently running in different parts of the country so that it can meet the operational challenges and passengers' amenities in extreme weather conditions of Jammu and Kashmir. 🚄 pic.twitter.com/qvwuWAfhLd — Ashwini Vaishnaw January 11, 2025 Besides, climate-related features, it has all the other amenities that the existing Vande Bharat trains have like fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic plug doors, and mobile charging sockets.

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Safety inspection underway, Jammu-Srinagar train service likely to start soon
1 week ago

Safety inspection underway, Jammu-Srinagar train service likely to start soon

Live Mint  

The first train connecting Jammu to Srinagar may begin its commercial run later this month, marking the completion of an over two-decade-old project that would link the Kashmir valley with the rest of the country by a direct railway line. Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that safety inspection of the last leg of the train connectivity between Katra and Banihal …

Two new Vande Bharat Express trains with 20 coaches to be launched this week: Check route, schedule
1 week ago

Two new Vande Bharat Express trains with 20 coaches to be launched this week: Check route, schedule

India TV News  

Vande Bharat Express News Updates: Here comes another good news for train passengers! The Indian Railways is set to launch two 20-coach Vande Bharat Express trains in Kerala on January 10. 20-coach Vande Bharat train: Check route, ticket fare After inauguration, these two new Vande Bharat Express trains with 20 coaches will operate in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.T hese Vande …

Vande Bharat to operate in minus 10 degrees Celsius under Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project
1 week, 1 day ago

Vande Bharat to operate in minus 10 degrees Celsius under Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project

India TV News  

The Vande Bharat Express, one of India's most luxurious and popular trains, is set to conquer the hills. Railway officials have confirmed that the train will function seamlessly even in extreme conditions, including heavy snowfall and temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius. Prepared for extreme weather Built under the "Make in India" initiative, the specially designed Vande Bharat Express …

Vande Bharat Express, two other trains' timetable changed; now Srinagar-Jammu journey in 3-hour
1 week, 3 days ago

Vande Bharat Express, two other trains' timetable changed; now Srinagar-Jammu journey in 3-hour

India TV News  

If you are planning to visit Srinagar from Jammu, here is good news for you. Vande Bharat sleeper train achieves peak speed of 180 kmph during trial In another development, the Vande Bharat sleeper train achieved a peak speed of 180 km per hour in multiple trials over the last three days on a 40-km stretch in Rajasthan. "The video …

Vande Bharat sleeper train video goes viral: Smooth ride at 180 kmph, not a drop spilled | WATCH
1 week, 4 days ago

Vande Bharat sleeper train video goes viral: Smooth ride at 180 kmph, not a drop spilled | WATCH

India TV News  

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has successfully clocked a top speed of 180 km per hour in the last three trials over 40 km in Rajasthan. Features and planned routes The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is designed to provide an airline-like travel experience. Upon successful completion of trials, the train will be introduced for long-distance routes, such as: Kashmir to …

Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains to be launched soon, peak speed of 180 km
1 week, 5 days ago

Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains to be launched soon, peak speed of 180 km

Op India  

Indian Railways is set to launch the Vande Bharat Sleeper service soon, the long-distance version of the indigenously developed semi-high-speed train. According to a press release issued by Indian Railways, the Vande Bharat sleeper train has achieved a peak speed of 180 km per hour in its multiple trials in the last three days. on the first day of 2025, …

Indian Railways announces new schedules for 4 Vande Bharat Expresses
1 week, 5 days ago

Indian Railways announces new schedules for 4 Vande Bharat Expresses

India Today  

Indian Railways has introduced updates to its train schedules for 2025, focusing on the popular Vande Bharat Express trains. With 136 Vande Bharat Express trains currently operating, these changes aim to improve punctuality and enhance passenger convenience. CHECK UPDATED TRAIN TIMINGS IRCTC website: www.irctc.co.in National Train Enquiry System Station managers or enquiry counters at respective railway stations CHANGES IN VANDE …

New Vande Bharat Express to be launched soon from Katra to Srinagar: Check schedule, ticket fare
2 weeks ago

New Vande Bharat Express to be launched soon from Katra to Srinagar: Check schedule, ticket fare

India TV News  

Here comes a piece of good news for the commuters of Jammu and Kashmir!The Indian Railways is likley to launch a new Vande Bharat Express train for the Union Territory and once launched, the train will run between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar railway station. Prior to this, the Indian Railways had launched two ultra-modern trains and in …

Indian Railways plans to launch 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains? Details here
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Indian Railways plans to launch 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains? Details here

India Today  

Indian Railways is gearing up to launch 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains, a move set to redefine overnight travel in the country.These trains are designed to cater to medium- and long-distance routes, providing passengers with state-of-the-art facilities and a more comfortable travel experience. SUCCESS OF CHAIR CAR VANDE BHARAT TRAINS The existing Vande Bharat Express trains have garnered immense popularity …

Indian Railways to launch sleeper train with heater, Vande Bharat Express for Kashmir| Check features, routes
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Indian Railways to launch sleeper train with heater, Vande Bharat Express for Kashmir| Check features, routes

India TV News  

The Indian Railways is set to transform travel in Jammu and Kashmir by launching two new trains. A centrally heated sleeper train and a specialised Vande Bharat Express are expected to start operations soon, further improving connectivity and comfort for passengers. Vande Bharat Express: Katra to Baramulla route For the 246-km Katra-Baramulla stretch, the Indian Railways will introduce an eight-coach …

Rare engineering move saves Vande Bharat from technical jam
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rare engineering move saves Vande Bharat from technical jam

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: A technical glitch inspired some smart reverse engineering by the Central Railway to get the Madgaon-bound Vande Bharat back on track on Monday. Mumbai, India - September 09, 2022: Vande Bharat Express train crossing Vile Parle railway station during its trial run, at Vile Parle, in Mumbai, India, on Friday, September 09, 2022. “But this was not possible on …

India’s 51st Vande Bharat Express train: Check new route, schedule
4 weeks ago

India’s 51st Vande Bharat Express train: Check new route, schedule

India TV News  

Image Source : PTI 1/8 The India Railways revised the route of the Patna-Gomti Nagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express train. Image Source : PTI 2/8 Now the Patna-Gomti Nagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express train will run via the Varanasi-Sultanpur-Lucknow route till January 7, 2025. Image Source : PTI 5/8 The Patna-Gomti Nagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express stops at 4 railway stations including Ara …

When will Vande Bharat sleeper trains be launched in India? Railway minister responds
1 month ago

When will Vande Bharat sleeper trains be launched in India? Railway minister responds

India TV News  

Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains Latest Update: The Indian Railways is making all efforts to enhance passenger's experience across the network. Vande Bharat sleeper train: What Railway minister said Ahead of the launch, the first prototype of the Vande Bharat sleeper trainset has already been manufactured and is set to undergo field trials soon. Vande Bharat sleeper train: Check key features …

Which Vande Bharat among 53 trains to be affected after Indian Railways announces train cancellations | LIST
1 month ago

Which Vande Bharat among 53 trains to be affected after Indian Railways announces train cancellations | LIST

India TV News  

Vande Bharat trains will be affected after Indian Railways scheduled a traffic block for patch-doubling work over North Central Railway’s Prayagraj Division. These also include Vande Bharat trains on New Delhi- Varanasi route. Cancelled trains Train number 05169/05170 Ballia-Prayagraj Rambag-Ballia Train number 05137 Mau-Prayagraj Rambag Train number 05138 Prayagraj Rambag-Mau Train number 05173 Banaras-Prayagraj Rambag Train number 05196 Prayagraj Rambag-Banaras …

Travel from Bengaluru to Chennai in 4 hours: Indian railways to upgrade speed limits
1 month ago

Travel from Bengaluru to Chennai in 4 hours: Indian railways to upgrade speed limits

Live Mint  

Indian Railways' Vande Bharat Express will soon complete the Bengaluru-Chennai route in just four hours – 25 minutes faster than its current travel time. The speed limit upgrade will benefit two Vande Bharat and two Shatabdi trains operating daily on this high-density corridor. New sleeper Vande Bharat trains The first prototype of the Vande Bharat sleeper trainset has been manufactured …

Vande Bharat sleeper trains: Railway Minister gives BIG update on launch
1 month, 1 week ago

Vande Bharat sleeper trains: Railway Minister gives BIG update on launch

India TV News  

Vande Bharat sleeper trains update: The first prototype of the Vande Bharat Sleeper trainset has been manufactured and will undergo field trials, informed Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to Parliament in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha. Vaishnaw said that as of December 2, as many as 136 medium-distance Vande Bharat trains, with Chair Car Coaches, are running across the …

Vande Bharat Express train on THIS route to get two new coaches for Maha Kumbh: Check details
1 month, 1 week ago

Vande Bharat Express train on THIS route to get two new coaches for Maha Kumbh: Check details

India TV News  

Vande Bharat Express latest news today: Here comes a piece of good news for the passengers. The Indian Railways said it will increase the number of coaches of the Dehradun-Lucknow Vande Bharat Express train for Maha Kumbh due to the possibility of a huge crowd of passengers during the festival. The Indian Railways said that during Maha Kumbh, two new …

Vande Bharat Express train: Major update for passengers on New Delhi-Patna route | All you need to know
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vande Bharat Express train: Major update for passengers on New Delhi-Patna route | All you need to know

India TV News  

Vande Bharat Express, India’s first indigenous semi-high-speed train, is emerging as the first choice of travellers because of its excellent services and punctuality. Latest update on New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express services The latest update for travellers on this route is that New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express services have been extended till December 5. Earlier, Indian Railways had decided to …

One thing Vande Bharat trains to Kashmir will have that others don't
1 month, 2 weeks ago

One thing Vande Bharat trains to Kashmir will have that others don't

Firstpost  

The first train directly linking the Kashmir Valley is slated to begin operations this fiscal year, and special Vande Bharat trains would travel in locations where temperatures drop below zero degrees, according to authorities The rail link between Udhampur, Srinagar, and Baramulla would connect Kashmir to the rest of the country. PTI In the Vande Bharat trains that will go …

New Vande Bharat Metro to connect Lucknow to 4 more cities: Check route, fare, travel time
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New Vande Bharat Metro to connect Lucknow to 4 more cities: Check route, fare, travel time

India TV News  

Here comes a piece of good news for the commuters. Vande Bharat Metro: Check expected ticket fare The expected fare of Vande Bharat Metro trains is likely to be around that of Vande Bharat Express. Vande Bharat Metro: Check expected travel time Lucknow to Kanpur 80 km 45 minutes Lucknow to Ayodhya 160 km 90 minutes Lucknow to Prayagraj 197 …

Delhi To Kashmir Vande Bharat To Be Inaugurated In January. Check Ticket Prices
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi To Kashmir Vande Bharat To Be Inaugurated In January. Check Ticket Prices

ABP News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the Vande Bharat train connecting Kashmir to New Delhi in January, Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh said on Tuesday. The first Vande Bharat train on the route will pass through the Chenab Rail Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge. Vande Bharat Train From Delhi To Kashmir To Cost Rs 1,500-Rs …

New Delhi-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train likely to be launched soon: All you need to know
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

New Delhi-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train likely to be launched soon: All you need to know

India TV News  

Vande Bharat Express: In a significant boost to India's rail connectivity, the Vande Bharat Express train between Delhi and Srinagar is expected to commence operations soon. According to railway officials, if the current pace of work continues, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the Delhi-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express on Republic Day. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways is all set …

10 new Vande Bharat sleeper trains to be launched in 2025 by Indian Railways: Check route, new features
2 months ago

10 new Vande Bharat sleeper trains to be launched in 2025 by Indian Railways: Check route, new features

India TV News  

Here comes a piece of good news for the train passengers. The Indian Railways is all set to launch the much-awaited Vande Bharat Sleeper trains by year 2025-26 with a promise that will give a new level of comfort and convenience for long-distance travel. As per a report by ET Now, the Indian Railways is planning to launch 10 new …

Good news for train passengers: Chennai-Tirunelveli Vande Bharat Express coaches to be doubled soon
2 months ago

Good news for train passengers: Chennai-Tirunelveli Vande Bharat Express coaches to be doubled soon

India TV News  

Vande Bharat Express Latest Update: Responding to high demand of passengers, the Indian Railways decided to double the coaches of Vande Bharat train on Chennai and Tirunelveli routes -- from eight to 16. Recently, the Ministry of Railways introduced two 20 coaches Vande Bharat Express trains on New Delhi-Varanasi and Nagpur-Secunderabad routes. New Vande Bharat Express Trains From the time …

10 new Vande Bharat Express trains to be launched in Kerala: Check route, ticket fare, stoppages
2 months, 1 week ago

10 new Vande Bharat Express trains to be launched in Kerala: Check route, ticket fare, stoppages

India TV News  

Here comes a piece of good news for the passengewrs of Kerala. Ten new Vande Bharat Express trains, known as Namo Bharat, are all set to be launched across the state soon. These new Vande Bharat Express trains come equipped with amenities like automatic sliding doors and CCTV cameras for enhanced security. Vande Bharat Express: Check key routes and stops …

Vande Bharat Express service on Delhi-Patna route extended for Chhath Puja: Check schedule, fare
2 months, 1 week ago

Vande Bharat Express service on Delhi-Patna route extended for Chhath Puja: Check schedule, fare

India TV News  

Looking at the increasing demand of the passengers during the Chhath Puja festival, the services of the special Vande Bharat Express train connecting Delhi with Bihar’s Patna has been extended till November 30. The Vande Bharat Express train from Patna is already packed on November 9, 11, 14 and 16. It should be noted that the Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Express …

Indian Railways Announces the Launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in 2025
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Railways Announces the Launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in 2025

India TV News  

Indian Railways is set to launch the Vande Bharat sleeper train, a high-speed train that will revolutionize overnight travel in the country. The train will connect New Delhi and Srinagar, marking a significant milestone by connecting the national capital to Jammu and Kashmir. It will cover approximately 800 kilometres and will reduce travel time significantly, completing the journey in around …

Indonesian Train Service to Lucknow-Chhapra Route for Chhath Pujam, Diwali: Check schedule
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Indonesian Train Service to Lucknow-Chhapra Route for Chhath Pujam, Diwali: Check schedule

India TV News  

The Indian Railways has launched special vande Bharat Express trains to accommodate the increased rush of passengers during this festive season. The Indian Railways has started running additional Vande Bharat Express services on key routes, including New Delhi-Patna and Lucknow-Chhapra to ease the rush for passengers going for Chhath Puja and Diwali. The train numbers for New Delhi-Patna and Lucknow-Chhapra …

Nitish Kumar Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Vande Bharat Train Between Ayodhya And Sitamarhi
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Vande Bharat Train Between Ayodhya And Sitamarhi

ABP News  

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting him to introduce a Vande Bharat train between Ayodhya and Sitamarhi so that pilgrims get better rail connectivity between the two holy towns. The state government has been developing Punaura Dham Janki Mandir, a Hindu pilgrimage site, in Sitamarhi district that is considered the birthplace …

No Need For New Infrastructure Or Land: How Vande Metro Trains Can Put Urban Transport Reforms On Fast Track
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No Need For New Infrastructure Or Land: How Vande Metro Trains Can Put Urban Transport Reforms On Fast Track

News 18  

India’s first Vande Metro was launched this week and the Ministry of Railways has plans to extend the service to several cities across the country soon. A lively and eager crowd brimming with excitement gathered to catch a glimpse of the Bhuj-Ahmedabad #NamoBharatRapidRail as it reaches its destination in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.#RailInfra4Gujarat#RapidRail#VandeBharatExpress pic.twitter.com/bcZDNP9Jl5— Ministry of Railways September 16, 2024 LIMITATIONS OF …

PM Modi To Visit Jharkhand, Odisha & Gujarat Today, All You Need To Know About The Schedule
4 months ago

PM Modi To Visit Jharkhand, Odisha & Gujarat Today, All You Need To Know About The Schedule

ABP News  

Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil seven new Vande Bharat trains for the nation. He will officially launch the Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express at Tatanagar Railway Station in Jamshedpur and will use video conferencing to inaugurate six other trains. Anil Kumar Mishra, the General Manager of South Eastern Railway, noted that these new Vande Bharat trains will significantly improve …

India's First Vande Bharat Metro Launch on September 16. Know Full Schedule, Stoppages, Speed and Features
4 months ago

India's First Vande Bharat Metro Launch on September 16. Know Full Schedule, Stoppages, Speed and Features

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India’s first Vande Bharat Metro on September 16. The Vande Bharat Metro train will depart from Bhuj at 5:50 am and arrive in Ahmedabad at 10:50 am. The Vande Bharat Metro is equipped with a talk-back system, allowing passengers to directly communicate with the train driver in case of emergency. The Vande …

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Railway Minister says railways will launch the first Vande Metro trains next month
4 months, 1 week ago

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Railway Minister says railways will launch the first Vande Metro trains next month

The Hindu  

The Indian Railways will introduce Vande Metro trains to serve cities located between 100 and 200 kilometres apart, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister for Railways, said on Sunday. “The first Vande Metro train will be launched next month. Building on the success of the Vande Bharat trains, the Indian Railways is now planning to launch Vande Metro. In response to concerns about …

Vande Bharat express sleeper coach: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils prototype version
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vande Bharat express sleeper coach: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils prototype version

The Hindu  

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday unveiled the prototype version of the Vande Bharat sleeper coach here at the BEML's facility. The Vande Bharat Sleeper trainset, a first of its kind in India, has been designed and manufactured by BEML, a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence. Ticket prices comparable to Rajdhani Mr. Vaishnaw said that the ticket …

Tamil Nadu Gets Two New Vande Bharat Trains; Check Out Fares and Timings Here
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu Gets Two New Vande Bharat Trains; Check Out Fares and Timings Here

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off two new Vande Bharat trains for Tamil Nadu on Saturday via video conferencing: the Chennai Egmore-Nagercoil Vande Bharat and the Madurai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat trains. The train fare on the Madurai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat route is as follows: From Madurai to Dindigul, the fare is Rs 440, till Trichy it is Rs 555, till Karur it …

“Faster growth of South is key to achieving goal of Viksit Bharat,” says PM Modi as he flags off three Vande Bharat trains
4 months, 2 weeks ago

“Faster growth of South is key to achieving goal of Viksit Bharat,” says PM Modi as he flags off three Vande Bharat trains

The Hindu  

The railways has made big strides in addressing long-standing issues and will not stop till it becomes a guarantee of comfortable travel for all sections of society, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. Flagging off three new Vande Bharat Express trains via videoconferencing, Mr. Modi said the nation was inching towards the goal of Viksit Bharat with modernisation and …

Three new Vande Bharat trains will boost connectivity: Railways
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Three new Vande Bharat trains will boost connectivity: Railways

The Hindu  

Three new Vande Bharat trains that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off on August 31 will boost connectivity in three states of Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, a press statement from the Railway Ministry said. "Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will flag off three Vande Bharat trains on 31st August 2024 via video conferencing," it said. "Realising Prime …

Vande Bharat Express: PM Modi's Huge Gift, Will Flag Off Three Vande Bharat Trains | ABP News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vande Bharat Express: PM Modi's Huge Gift, Will Flag Off Three Vande Bharat Trains | ABP News

ABP News  

On Saturday, August 31, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a two-day National Conference on District Judiciary at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi at 10 AM. The conference will feature five sessions covering topics related to district judiciary such as infrastructure, human resources, inclusive courts, judicial security, judicial welfare, case management, and judicial training. In addition, PM Modi will flag …

PM Narendra Modi flags off 3 new Vande Bharat Express: Check routes, timings, stops
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Narendra Modi flags off 3 new Vande Bharat Express: Check routes, timings, stops

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off three new Vande Bharat Express trains on Saturday August 31 through video conferencing, to enhance connectivity in Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, the railway ministry said. PM Modi flags off three new Vande Bharat Express trains. Prime Minister Modi inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains — one from Chennai Central to Nagercoil, second …

PM Modi flags off three new Vande Bharat trains, says 'faster growth of southern states crucial' | WATCH
4 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi flags off three new Vande Bharat trains, says 'faster growth of southern states crucial' | WATCH

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off three new Vande Bharat trains on Saturday, enhancing connectivity across Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off three new Vande Bharat trains, underscoring India's strides towards becoming a developed nation with a focus on modernity and speed on Saturday. PM Modi also emphasised the broader impact of the …

Indian Railways adjust Vande Bharat orders to 24-coach trains for low cost
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian Railways adjust Vande Bharat orders to 24-coach trains for low cost

India Today  

The ambitious Vande Bharat train project has undergone significant modifications, shifting from the original plan of producing 120 train sets, each consisting of 16 coaches, to a new blueprint of 80 train sets, each equipped with 24 coaches, including pantry and luggage compartments. MANUFACTURING AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS Kinet Railway Solutions, a joint venture comprising India’s Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd, Russian …

20-coach Vande Bharat to undergo trial run on Mumbai-Ahmedabad route
5 months, 1 week ago

20-coach Vande Bharat to undergo trial run on Mumbai-Ahmedabad route

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: A 20-coach Vande Bharat train will undergo a trial run on the Ahmedabad-Vadodara-Mumbai Central route on August 9. With the top speed capped at 130 kmph, the trial run is a precursor to the long-term plan of operating semi-high-speed Vande Bharat trains on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad-Delhi route, said sources. The trial run of the 20-coach train will be helmed by …

Passenger associations demand daily Vande Bharat service to Bengaluru
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Passenger associations demand daily Vande Bharat service to Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Even as commuters welcomed the introduction of a tri-weekly Vande Bharat Express train in the Ernakulam-Bengaluru corridor from Wednesday, passenger associations have demanded a 16-coach rake instead of the current eight-coach rake, a daily service, and minor adjustments to the departure time from Bengaluru Cantonment. However, it would be good the return train could start its journey from BNC at …

Vande Bharat Sleeper, Vande Metro in Testing Stage, 50 Amrit Bharat Trains Sanctioned, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Vande Bharat Sleeper, Vande Metro in Testing Stage, 50 Amrit Bharat Trains Sanctioned, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw

News 18  

The proposed and much-awaited Vande Bharat Sleeper trains and Vande Metro have entered the testing stage, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced while speaking to the media about the budget on Wednesday, adding that 50 more Amrit Bharat trains have been sanctioned. “Both sleeper and Vande Metro have entered the testing stage,” the minister said as he noted that the production …

Clamour for Vande Bharat service on Ernakulam-Bengaluru route gets louder
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Clamour for Vande Bharat service on Ernakulam-Bengaluru route gets louder

The Hindu  

With two Vande Bharat Express rakes that were allotted for Kerala earlier this year being taken outside the State, commuters are persisting with their demand to operate at least one Vande Bharat rake as a special train on the Ernakulam-Bengaluru route. While not confirming news reports that a Vande Bharat rake is likely to operate as special train in the …

Hubballi-Dharwad Vande Bharat Completes One Year, Earns Rs 28 crore Revenue in 1st Year
6 months, 1 week ago

Hubballi-Dharwad Vande Bharat Completes One Year, Earns Rs 28 crore Revenue in 1st Year

News 18  

The Hubballi-Dharwad Vande Bharat, the second of its kind under the South Western Railway, completed one successful year of its running amidst praise for its efficiency and service. Financially, the Vande Bharat has been a success story, contributing a substantial revenue of Rs 28 crore in its inaugural year. While discussions are ongoing, logistical challenges regarding platform availability at Belagavi …

Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train to start from New Jalpaiguri on May 18, will explore North India's sacred sites
8 months ago

Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train to start from New Jalpaiguri on May 18, will explore North India's sacred sites

Hindustan Times  

The Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train, covering the tourist destinations of North India, will start from New Jalpaiguri railway station on May 18, an official of the Northeast Frontier Railway said on Friday. Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train to start from New Jalpaiguri on May 18, will explore North India's sacred sites The journey spans 8 nights and nine days, …

First look of Vande Bharat Metro, trial run to start from July | WATCH
8 months, 2 weeks ago

First look of Vande Bharat Metro, trial run to start from July | WATCH

India TV News  

In a major development, a rail coach factory in Punjab’s Kapurthala rolled out the first few coaches of India's Vande Bharat Metro rail on Tuesday. The Vande Bharat metro will be tested from July this year. The Vande Bharat Metro will be able to travel between 100-250 km, offering a swift and comfortable experience to the passengers. The major initiatives …

Kalaburagi, Khajuraho, Chandigarh & Prayagraj Get First Vande Bharat as PM Modi Inaugurates 10 Trains
10 months ago

Kalaburagi, Khajuraho, Chandigarh & Prayagraj Get First Vande Bharat as PM Modi Inaugurates 10 Trains

News 18  

The wait for Kalaburagi, Khajuraho, Chandigarh and Prayagraj is finally over as the four cities got their first Vande Bharat on Tuesday. He also flagged off the extension of four Vande Bharat trains — Ahmedabad-Jamnagar to Dwarka; Ajmer-Delhi to Chandigarh; Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat till Prayagraj; and Thiruvananthapuram-Kasargod extended till Mangaluru. New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal also has three dedicated Vande …

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