Flight Among Monkey Over Banana Delays Trains In Bihar's Samastipur
1 month ago

Flight Among Monkey Over Banana Delays Trains In Bihar's Samastipur

ABP News  

A fight between two monkeys at the Samastipur Junction railway station in Bihar has disrupted the operations of a train for almost an hour. India's First Vande Bharat Train Delayed Due To Quality Concerns In a separate incident, on Friday, the first Vande Bharat sleeper train in India, developed by Bengaluru-based BEML Limited and scheduled to be operational by December 2024, was delayed due to quality concerns highlighted by the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. Sources for the Integral Coach Factory revealed to Moneycontrol that most quality issues in the Vande Bharat sleeper train prototype were related to its interiors. “BEML hastily completed the train's interior works without conducting proper quality checks which resulted in poor workmanship. While Vande Bharat sleeper service was supposed to start operations in December 2024, the prototype is yet to undergo its main line trials.” a source told Moneycontrol.

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

First Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch in January, speed reduced
1 week, 2 days ago

First Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch in January, speed reduced

India Today  

The much-anticipated first Vande Bharat train with sleeper coaches is all set to be launched by the end of this month. MODIFICATIONS LEAD TO WEIGHT INCREASE The Vande Bharat sleeper train has undergone several modifications to include sleeper berths, which were absent in the original chair car version. TESTING AND CERTIFICATION PROCESS UNDERWAY Before the Vande Bharat sleeper train can …

Indian Railways plans to launch 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains? Details here
1 week, 5 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 …

10 new Vande Bharat sleeper trains to be launched soon: Centre says trains under production now
3 weeks, 2 days ago

10 new Vande Bharat sleeper trains to be launched soon: Centre says trains under production now

India TV News  

New Delhi: Here’s another piece of good news for the train commuters in the country. The Indian Railways is planning to launch new Vande Bharat sleeper trains on several routes with the objective to enhance the rail connectivity. The Railways has already awarded for manufacturing of 200 rakes and 10 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains to technology partners. In this regard, …

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 …

Fight between two monkeys over banana disrupts train services at Bihar station
1 month ago

Fight between two monkeys over banana disrupts train services at Bihar station

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Train services were disrupted for nearly an hour at Samastipur Junction in Bihar after a fight broke out between two monkeys. The contact with the wire caused an immediate disruption in the train’s operations, bringing services to a halt. Railway staff and local authorities quickly arrived at the scene to assess the situation and restore normal operations. The …

Fight between monkeys over banana disrupts train operations at Bihar railway station
1 month ago

Fight between monkeys over banana disrupts train operations at Bihar railway station

India Today  

An unusual situation unfolded at Bihar's Samastipur station when a fight between two monkeys briefly disrupted train operations, leaving passengers at the station both surprised and amused. Electrical supply to the overhead wires was halted to avoid further damage or danger, which temporarily disrupted train operations. The Overhead Equipment department swiftly arrived at the scene to repair the wires, and …

Vande Bharat sleeper trains: Railway Minister gives BIG update on launch
1 month 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 parcel service to start soon, designs for these trains finalised for approvals: Report
1 month ago

Vande Bharat parcel service to start soon, designs for these trains finalised for approvals: Report

India TV News  

After Vande Bharat Express trains, the Indian Railways is planning to start a faster and smoother Vande Bharat parcel service for catering to movement of small - but valuable and fragile - goods through its network. The Railways officials said that the designs for these trains are being finalised for approvals and will build upon the Vande Bharat platform and …

Indian Railways Announces the Launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in 2025
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Vande Bharat Sleeper Coach to be operational in three months: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
4 months, 1 week ago

Vande Bharat Sleeper Coach to be operational in three months: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Op India  

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conducted an inspection of the Vande Sleeper Coach at BEML in Bengaluru on Sunday. “We expect the passenger operation of Vande Sleeper Coach in three months from now…This is a full sleeper version,” Vaishnaw told reporters after the inspection. The Minister said that the manufacturing of the Vande Sleeper Coach has been completed and it will …

Vande Bharat express sleeper coach: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils prototype version
4 months, 1 week 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 …

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 …

Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils body structure of Vande Bharat sleeper: What’s new?
10 months ago

Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils body structure of Vande Bharat sleeper: What’s new?

Live Mint  

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has unveiled the body structure of the Vande Bharat's sleeper coaches. After unveiling the structure of the Vande Bharat sleeper coaches, Ashwini Vaishnaw said, “Now, its furnishing work will happen. Manufacturing carbody is the most difficult work…we will discuss how to scale it up further.” The focus of these Vande Bharat sleeper coaches is comfort …

Railway Minister unveils body structure of Vande Bharat sleeper variant
10 months ago

Railway Minister unveils body structure of Vande Bharat sleeper variant

The Hindu  

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the body structure of Vande Bharat's sleeper coaches at a Bharat Earth Movers Limited facility in Bengaluru on March 9. Mr. Vaishnaw said the Vande Bharat train has three versions -- chair car, sleeper and metro. However, the one Vande Bharat Sleeper Coach cost comes around ₹8-9 crore because a lot of work has been …

RCF-Kapurthala to roll out first prototype of Vande Metro coach by April
10 months, 4 weeks ago

RCF-Kapurthala to roll out first prototype of Vande Metro coach by April

Hindustan Times  

The Rail Coach Factory in Kapurthala in Punjab is aiming to roll out the first prototype of Vande Metro coach for intercity travel by April this year, its general manager S Srinivas has said. RCF-Kapurthala to roll out first prototype of Vande Metro coach by April A total of 16 such coaches are expected to be ready by the later …

Mumbai’s second Vande Bharat sleeper trains to be maintained at Jogeshwari after Wadi Bunder
11 months ago

Mumbai’s second Vande Bharat sleeper trains to be maintained at Jogeshwari after Wadi Bunder

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The city will get not just a new terminus at Jogeshwari but also a maintenance depot for the upcoming air-conditioned Vande Bharat sleeper trains. WR is working out on redeveloping sites where the next-generation AC Sleeper Vande Bharat semi-high speed trains can be maintained. At Wadi Bunder the Central Railway has already begun works for setting up a facility …

Indian Railways to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper trains by March 2024
11 months ago

Indian Railways to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper trains by March 2024

Live Mint  

Indian Railways will introduce the sleeper coaches to Vande Bharat trains by March 2024, according to reports. The Indian Railways will start by adding an inaugural fleet of 10 Vande Bharat sleeper class trains in March 2024. As electric multiple units, Vande Bharat sleeper trains promise enhanced efficiency and reduced travel times, aiming to surpass the speeds achieved by Rajdhani …

Get a flight-like feel on Vande Bharat soon
1 year, 1 month ago

Get a flight-like feel on Vande Bharat soon

The Hindu  

The travel experience in Vande Bharat trains is set to scale greater heights with the Indian Railways rolling out a new scheme to upgrade passenger services. As part of its initiative to bring about a qualitative shift in on-board services, the Railways has announced the launch of Yatri Seva Anubandh as a pilot project in the Southern Railway covering six …

First pictures of Vande Bharat sleeper coaches out; Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw calls it 'Concept train'
1 year, 3 months ago

First pictures of Vande Bharat sleeper coaches out; Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw calls it 'Concept train'

Firstpost  

The sleeper coaches will be equipped with features like wider berths, brighter interiors, spacious toilets and a mini pantry The new Vande Bharat sleeper coaches are all set to be rolled out in 2024. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared images of ‘Concept train - Vande Bharat ’ on X formerly Twitter. Concept train - Vande Bharat Coming soon… early 2024 …

Vande Bharat sleeper coach to be launched soon: Check features, other details
1 year, 3 months ago

Vande Bharat sleeper coach to be launched soon: Check features, other details

Hindustan Times  

Vande Bharat Express, India's most popular train, is all set to get its sleep coach version by next year. Vande Bharat Express Here are five points on the Vande Bharat sleeper coach version: The Vande Bharat sleeper trains will be a significant addition to the Indian Railways fleet as they will allow passengers to travel long distances on the high-speed …

Comfort & Class: What the Vande Bharat Sleeper Version Will Offer to Passengers
1 year, 3 months ago

Comfort & Class: What the Vande Bharat Sleeper Version Will Offer to Passengers

News 18  

The design and interiors of the sleeper version of the Vande Bharat express are almost done and the Railways Ministry is giving some final touches to the 16-coach train, officials aware of the development told News18. However, apart from the fact that it will have sleeping arrangements, the sleeper and chair-car version of the Vande Bharat train are going to …

Railways to make changes inside Vande Bharat trains
1 year, 3 months ago

Railways to make changes inside Vande Bharat trains

The Hindu  

The Railways has announced a host of technical changes inside the Vande Bharat trains, taking into account the suggestions given by passengers to make the travel experience more comfortable. The changes include improved aerosol-based fire detection and suppression system inside the coaches, better seating, extended footrest and aesthetic colours in the executive chair car, improved accessibility to mobile charging points …

16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch by March 2024, Vande Metro roll out by February
1 year, 3 months ago

16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch by March 2024, Vande Metro roll out by February

Firstpost  

The first Vande Bharat Express was flagged off on 15 February, 2019, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and it runs between New Delhi and Varanasi For the convenience of passengers, Indian Railways will roll out the first version of Vande Bharat sleeper train by March 2024. Giving out details, BG Mallya, General Manager of Integral Coach Factory, Chennai said: “We …

‘Vande Bharat set to change train travel ecosystem’
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Vande Bharat set to change train travel ecosystem’

The Hindu  

The train transport ecosystem is set for a complete change, with the Vande Bharat train having caught the imagination of the public in the country. The train travel is set to see more upgrades with the Central government planning to launch Vande Bharat sleeper coaches, metro, suburban and freight, said B.G. Mr. Mallya said the Indian Railways had ordered 200 …

To manufacture 200 Vande Bharat trains, BHEL among 5 bidders for Rs 58,000 crore deal
2 years, 1 month ago

To manufacture 200 Vande Bharat trains, BHEL among 5 bidders for Rs 58,000 crore deal

Firstpost  

The Indian Railways is targeting to roll out the first sleeper version of Vande Bharat train by the first quarter of 2024. Till now, the railways have awarded contracts for manufacture of 102 Vande Bharat trains which are all chair car New Delhi: State-run Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd has formed a consortium with Titagarh Wagons and is among five entities …

Vande Bharat train damaged after hitting buffaloes
2 years, 3 months ago

Vande Bharat train damaged after hitting buffaloes

The Hindu  

Nearly a week after the new Vande Bharat train between Mumbai Central and Gandhinagar was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the train suffered minor damages on Thursday morning after it hit cattle on tracks in Gujarat. “Three-four buffaloes suddenly came on the way of the Mumbai-Gandhinagar Vande Bharat, damaging the train’s nose made up of FRP. ‘Train ran as …

Railway Minister Vaishnaw inspects Vande Bharat train at coach factory in Chennai
2 years, 4 months ago

Railway Minister Vaishnaw inspects Vande Bharat train at coach factory in Chennai

Firstpost  

This examination comes before the potential introduction of two additional Vande Bharat semi-high speed trains, in addition to the two that are now in service to the nation, sources told ANI Chennai: Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected the new Vande Bharat train at Integral Coach Factory in Chennai on Friday. This examination comes before the potential introduction of …

Indian Railways to Get 75 New Vande Bharat Trains by August 2023
2 years, 7 months ago

Indian Railways to Get 75 New Vande Bharat Trains by August 2023

News 18  

Indian Railways is all set to roll out 75 Vande Bharat rakes by August 2023, said Integral Coach Factory after Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected the coaches under production at the LHB shed of Furnishing Factory, ICF, on Friday. The first two prototype rakes are planned to be turned out by August 2022 and the Indian Railways is …

Vande Bharat to get improved body double
5 years, 7 months ago

Vande Bharat to get improved body double

Hindustan Times  

Vande Bharat, India’s first semi-high-speed train, is set to get a body double that doesn’t have any of its faults. The new train, set to arrive later this month, will be pressed into service whenever the existing one is sent for repairs, three railway officials familiar with the developments said. “Despite tight schedule and repeated damage, not a single trip …

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