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Fire breaks out in Mahanagri Express train's coaches at railway yard in Mumbai

Fire breaks out in Mahanagri Express train's coaches at railway yard in Mumbai

The train was stationed at the railway yard for maintenance when a fire was reported in its coaches on Tuesday afternoon. No injuries were reported in the incident, officials said

20 May,2025 10:01 PM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
300 km of viaducts completed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train project

300 km of viaducts completed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train project

The project has supported use of indigenously designed and manufactured equipment such as Straddle Carriers, Launching Gantries, Bridge Gantries, and Girder Transporters for construction. This marks a first for Indian infrastructure, showcasing India's growing capabilities in high-speed rail technology with the support of the Japanese government

20 May,2025 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Stray cattle run over by local train near Mumbra; services hit

Stray cattle run over by local train near Mumbra; services hit

The incident occurred when a local train ran over a buffalo near Thane station, with the animal’s carcass becoming entangled in the wheels. The train made an emergency halt, bringing rail traffic on the route to a standstill

20 May,2025 01:24 PM IST | Mumbra | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Palghar marks new train halt; commuters voice key demands

Palghar marks new train halt; commuters voice key demands

Extensive discussions were held on the daily challenges faced by commuters, safety concerns, and gaps in services. The attendees placed several important demands before the MP and railway officials

20 May,2025 10:49 AM IST | Palghar | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Bid to derail 2 trains, including Rajdhani, foiled in UP's Hardoi: Police

Bid to derail 2 trains, including Rajdhani, foiled in UP's Hardoi: Police

The loco pilot of a Rajdhani Express (20504) from Delhi on its way to Dibrugarh in Assam applied the emergency brake after spotting the obstruction. He removed it and informed railway officials

20 May,2025 09:40 AM IST | Hardoi | PTI
CSMT heritage museum hosts public tours and more on International Museum Day

CSMT heritage museum hosts public tours and more on International Museum Day

To mark the International Museum Day 2025, the Central Railway is running fun quizzes on its popular social media platforms, inviting the public to take part, officials said, adding that the winners will enjoy a free, guided tour of the museum

19 May,2025 10:43 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mumbai Central station to get India’s first railway-run co-working space

Mumbai Central station to get India’s first railway-run co-working space

Western Railway has awarded a contract for a co-working space — the first ever to be launched by the Indian Railways — at Mumbai Central station. While there are co-working spaces at railway stations in Navi Mumbai, those are situated in buildings belonging to local development bodies like CIDCO

18 May,2025 08:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai rail works get biggest ever budget boost of Rs 1777 crore

Mumbai rail works get biggest ever budget boost of Rs 1777 crore

As the total funding of Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) hits 3554 crore. An equal amount will be provided by the Maharashtra government, Rs 100 crore will go towards MUTP Phase II, R800 crore towards Phase III and R877 crore to Phase III A.

18 May,2025 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai-Ballia Kamayani Express stopped at MP after bomb threat

Mumbai-Ballia Kamayani Express stopped at MP after bomb threat

The train was halted at Platform No 5, following which a thorough inspection was carried out by the Railway Protection Force (RPF), Government Railway Police (GRP), Civil Police, and a bomb detection dog squad

17 May,2025 08:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Mumbai-Delhi Rajdhani Express turns 53, railways celebrates

Mumbai-Delhi Rajdhani Express turns 53, railways celebrates

Inaugural run of express train took place on May 17, 1972; got three-tier AC coaches in 1992; this train, connecting Mumbai (then Bombay) to New Delhi, was notable for its speed and the luxurious amenities.

17 May,2025 08:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar

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