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Indian Railways has set an ambitious target to address the inefficiency of suburban transport in the country and modernise the railway network: 800 Vande Bharat trains by 2030. This massive production plan aims to radically transform India’s railway sector. Vande Bharat Platform Development and New Projects Since their commissioning in 🚄

The Kanpur Metro Line 2 project has entered an important phase with Efkon India being awarded the contract for the line’s electrical and mechanical (E&M) systems. This development marks a critical milestone in the expansion of Uttar Pradesh’s urban transport network and will strengthen connectivity in South Kanpur. Kanpur Metro 🚄

The passenger wagons manufactured by Stadler at its factory in Astana, Kazakhstan, have successfully completed a series of tests in the country’s harsh northern climatic conditions. These tests proved that the new wagons can offer passengers a comfortable and high-quality travelling experience despite extreme temperatures. Engineers tested the functionality of 🚄

India-based rail system manufacturer Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL) has signed a giant agreement worth $282 million with the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The agreement covers the design, manufacture, supply and commissioning of 132 driverless metro wagons for the Mumbai Metro Line-5 project. TRSL will provide the technical 🚄

Vietnam and France met at the High-Level Economic Dialogue Forum on November 6 to discuss ways to boost economic cooperation and investment flows. France, which has experience in implementing nearly 2,800 kilometres of high-speed rail lines, is ready to share its know-how with the Asian country, especially in line with 🚄

The number of people killed in Tuesday’s train accident in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh has risen to 8. Authorities reported that about 17 people were also seriously injured in the incident. Accident Details and Rescue Operations The accident occurred in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, when a passenger train collided with 🚄

Indian Railways announced that it ranked second globally in freight transport volume , surpassing the USA and Russia. While this record performance reinforces India’s position as a new power centre in the world logistics market, the key to success is the introduction of the Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFC) project. DFC 🚄

As part of its efforts to modernise urban transport, PT MRT Jakarta has taken an important step forward for Phase Two of the Jakarta Metro North-South (NS) Line. The company signed an agreement on 21 October 2025 with a consortium of Japanese companies Sumitomo and Nippon Sharyo to provide eight 🚄

The 3rd Meeting of the Railway Cooperation Working Group and Heads of Railway Administrations organised by the Organisation of Turkic States (CSTO) was held in Bishkek with the participation of sister countries. During the meeting, the issues of developing cooperation in the field of railway transport between the Turkic Republics, 🚄

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is significantly improving passenger safety by making travelling safer in the metropolis with the newly installed anti-friction door system that automatically stops the train by detecting objects stuck in the train doors. This innovative system is a proactive move aimed at preventing accidents, especially those 🚄

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has passed an important milestone in the construction of Corridor 4 of the Phase 2 Project. With the completion of the last U-beam at Voyalanallur Foundry Site, the prefabrication work on this 8-kilometre section has come to an end. This achievement is seen as a 🚄

Indian Railways is preparing to implement an enhanced driver vigilance control system at Bhagat Ki Koti station in Jodhpur to improve the efficiency and safety of rail services in Western India. The national operator is deploying this technology as part of a critical modernisation project currently underway. Within the scope 🚄

Škoda Group has announced a comprehensive localisation plan for the production of electric trains and trams in Uzbekistan. The plan is a strategic proposal aimed not only at increasing local production, but also at developing joint projects between Uzbekistan and the European Union (EU). The plan was officially presented at 🚄