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Higher capacity lines to fuel semi-high-speed trains on Mumbai-Delhi route
Two major works are underway to this effect—doubling the capacity of overhead power lines between Virar to Ahmedabad and laying of cattle safety walls. This will ensure the current travel time via Rajdhani and Shatabdi express will be cut by two hours.
Updated on Apr 12, 2023 12:35 AM IST
Shashank Rao
Australian traveller impressed by Rajdhani Express food, says it's 'first class'
An Australian citizen travelling on Rajdhani Express shared that he loved having the food on the train. He even shared a picture with the train staff.
Published on Feb 15, 2023 03:35 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
Faulty bio-toilet in Rajdhani express raises stink for railways
Sixteen months ago, on January 6, 2021, the vigilance branch of Railway Board, the apex decision-making body of Railways, suggested there could be a scam in the supply of vacuum toilets, and proposed that M/s Amit Engineering and another company be banned.
Updated on May 26, 2022 03:07 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Rajdhani Express hits pillar in Gujarat, none hurt; cops suspect derailment bid
The Mumbai-Hazrat Nizamuddin August Kranti Rajdhani Express train hit the cement pillar near Valsad in south Gujarat. An FIR has been lodged in this connection.
Published on Jan 15, 2022 10:58 AM IST
hindustantimes.com, New Delhi
Rajdhani Express between Patna-New Delhi makes maiden run with Tejas rake
The Rajendra Nagar–New Delhi Rajdhani Special Express is the second Rajdhani train to have newly upgraded Tejas sleeper coach rakes.
Updated on Sep 01, 2021 07:09 PM IST
hindustantimes.com | Edited by Kunal Gaurav, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Mumbai-Delhi August Kranti Rajdhani Express back on track from today
The Indian Railways said in its official communique that the train service is being restored in popular demand with a view to meet the travel needs and convenience of passengers, the Railways said in
Published on Jul 03, 2021 07:04 AM IST
hindustantimes.com | Written by Joydeep Bose
Indian Railways introduces smart windows, coupe doors in Howrah-Delhi Rajdhani
The smart switch feature in the trains is another attempt of the Indian Railways to ramp up the passenger travel experience.
Updated on Jan 29, 2021 01:35 PM IST
hindustantimes.com | Edited by Deepali Sharma, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Customs seizes gold worth Rs 3.26 crore from man at New Delhi railway station
The seized gold was in the form of biscuits and cut-pieces and is believed to have been smuggled into the country through the northeastern border, the officer said, adding that it is of “foreign origin”.
Published on Nov 23, 2020 01:56 PM IST
New Delhi | Press Trust of India| Posted by Susmita Pakrasi
Businessman killed in Delhi, body thrown off train in Gujarat
The man’s head was first smashed with a brick, after which he was stabbed thrice and his neck slit
Updated on Nov 19, 2020 11:01 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | HT Correspondent | Edited by Zara Khan
Railways hike basic fares: Here’s how much more you may have to pay
The ministry of railways has decided to revise the basic passenger fare by 1 paisa per km for ordinary non-AC trains, by 2 paise per km for mail and express trains (non-AC coach) and by 4 paise per km for travel in AC classes.
Updated on Jan 01, 2020 06:03 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | HT Correspondent
Alert railway staff spot landslide, stop Rajdhani Express in time
More than 700 passengers were stranded for 11 hours in the Rajdhani Express, which was on its way to Goa from New Delhi., a major train tragedy averted.
Updated on Aug 05, 2019 11:41 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | Aroosa Ahmed
Four run over by Rajdhani Express near Etawah
At least four people were killed and six others injured after they got hit by the Rajdhani Express near Balrai Railway Station close to Etawah on Monday morning.
Published on Jun 11, 2019 12:23 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Kanpur | HT Correspondent, Kanpur
Rajdhani mows down 4 near UP’s Etawah
All victims were passengers of Awadh Express, which was diverted to the loop line to allow Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express to pass, reports said.
Updated on Jun 10, 2019 11:19 AM IST
Kanpur | HT Correspondent
Railways’ golden girl: 50 years of the Rajdhani
When the Rajdhani Express had its first run in March 1969, its speed and amenities made it a wonder on wheels. Fifty years on, the journey may not be as luxurious, but it’s still a favourite for many
Updated on Mar 09, 2019 03:17 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Poulomi Banerjee
Coming soon: Faster, more spacious Rajdhani trains
The Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) of the Indian Railways certified the twin-engine operation on express trains on February 7.
Updated on Feb 22, 2019 07:31 AM IST
New Delhi | Faizan Haidar
Soon, you can buy sanitary pads on Patna- New Delhi train
RP Thakur, divisional railway manager (DRM) of Danapur division, said, “We have started installing the machines.” He said one will have to insert a coin of ₹5 into the machine to receive the pad.
Published on Jan 07, 2019 11:07 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Patna | Rajesh Kumar Thakur, Hajipur/patna
TTEs in Rajendra Nagar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express go hi-tech
TTEs of Patna-New Delhi Rajdhani have been equipped with the hand-held devices to check the availability of berths for Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) and or waiting list passengers on running trains.
Updated on Dec 21, 2018 07:29 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Patna | Rajesh Kumar Thakur, Hajipur
From January, Mumbaikars may get free Wi-Fi on WR local trains
The service provider who will provide internet facility in the trains will install the necessary devices in individual train compartments and in the motor coaches of the trains, WR sources said. This will provide the users non-stop Internet connection during their commute.
Updated on Dec 19, 2018 02:39 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | Aroosa Ahmed, Mumbai
Handheld devices to confirm wait-listed Rajdhani, Shatabdi tickets in Mumbai
The Western Railway (WR) is introducing hand-held terminals (HHT) to be operated by travelling ticket examiners (TTE) in these outstation trains for computerised on-board ticket checking and allotment of vacant berths.
Published on Dec 18, 2018 03:12 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | Aroosa Ahmed, Mumbai
Truck hits Trivandrum Rajdhani, two coaches derail, one dead
The truck driver died after he rammed into a manned level crossing between Godhra and Ratlam and hit Trivandrum Rajdhani train on Thursday.
Updated on Oct 18, 2018 09:41 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | HT Correspondent
Passengers ransack Bihar railway station, stone Rajdhani Express; two injured
Passengers of Howrah-Gaya Express ransacked Manpur railway station in Bihar’s Gaya district and pelted stones at the Sealdah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express after their train was halted for an abnormally long time.
Published on May 29, 2018 06:49 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Patna | Rajesh Kumar Thakur, Patna
Railways to build 500km wall along Delhi-Mumbai route to quicken pace of trains
The wall along the Delhi-Mumbai route is aimed at restricting human and cattle interference on the railway tracks which slows down trains. The plan is expected to cost ₹500 crore.
Updated on Apr 16, 2018 06:24 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Faizan Haidar
