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Indian Railways' Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has successfully completed high-speed trials, marking a new era in luxury and efficiency for long-distance travel. 

Vande Bharat sleeper train set to redefine long-distance travel with comfort and speed

With nine more trains set for production in 2025, the initiative promises enhanced comfort, speed, and advanced safety features under the Make in India initiative.

Indian Railways is set to revolutionize long-distance train travel with the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set, an advanced addition to its rapidly growing fleet.&nbsp;
The first 16-car Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has successfully completed rigorous trials conducted by the Research Designs &amp; Standards Organisation (RDSO) on January 15, 2025, covering a 540-kilometer distance on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route, according to an official press release.
The Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, manufactured India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on December 17, 2024. Within a fortnight, the train was brought to Kota division, where it underwent short-distance trials covering 30 to 40 kilometers over three consecutive days in early January.&nbsp;
During these tests, the train comfortably reached speeds of 180 km/h, demonstrating its capability for high-speed overnight journeys, the statement read.
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Vande Bharat (Sleeper) testing at 180 kmph <a href="https://t.co/ruVaR3NNOt">pic.twitter.com/ruVaR3NNOt</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1874891986773426548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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This marks a significant step in railway modernization, with Indian Railways aiming to provide passengers with a seamless and luxurious travel experience.
With its focus on comfort, speed, and cutting-edge technology, the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to redefine long-haul train journeys in the coming years.
<h3>Scaling Up Production: The Road Ahead</h3>
Following the successful trials, Indian Railways has planned the production of nine more Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Sets between April and December 2025 to enhance efficiency and convenience for long-haul travelers.
To support this large-scale rollout, the railways has placed a major order for propulsion electrics for 50 rakes of 24-car Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Sets on December 17, 2024.
The order has been awarded to two leading Indian manufacturers, who will deliver the systems within a two-year timeframe.
The release further said that the full-scale production of the 24-car Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Sets is scheduled to begin in 2026-27, further boosting India's self-reliance in railway technology and setting new standards in rail travel.
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Vande Bharat (Sleeper) Train dispatched from ICF Chennai for loaded simulation trial. <a href="https://t.co/nyLLhzoLMP">pic.twitter.com/nyLLhzoLMP</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1869327263151579158?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h3>Speed, Comfort &amp; Luxury: A New Era of Rail Travel</h3>
These Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are designed with modern amenities to enhance passenger experience, including automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, onboard WiFi, and an aircraft-like design.&nbsp;
Indian passengers are already enjoying world-class travel on 136 Vande Bharat trains, which operate across the country for medium and short distances, offering reclining seats and a superior travel experience.&nbsp;
The sleeper variant will further improve long-distance travel by providing a quieter, smoother, and more luxurious journey, equipped with advanced safety features, said railways.
The train has 16 coaches, divided into AC 1st Class, AC 2-Tier, and AC 3-Tier, with a total capacity of 1,128 passengers. Built under the Make in India initiative, it features crash buffers, deformation tubes, a fire barrier wall, cushioned berths, and automatic doors, ensuring safety and comfort.
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1/10 🚄 Long-Distance Travel: Designed for 160 kmph speed, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express features 16 coaches, including 11 AC three-tier, four AC two-tier and one AC first-class, offering a total of 823 passenger berths. <a href="https://t.co/MweJLh5Esz">pic.twitter.com/MweJLh5Esz</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1830531275121447408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 2, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h3>Final Approvals Before Operations</h3>
Before India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train begins operations, the Research Designs &amp; Standards Organisation (RDSO) will issue a final certificate after analyzing trial results.
The Railway Safety Commissioner will also evaluate the train at its maximum speed to ensure it meets all safety and operational standards.
As Indian Railways moves forward with this transformative project, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set stands as a testament to the nation&rsquo;s vision of modern, efficient, and passenger-friendly transportation.

Two goods trains collided in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh after a signal issue led to one train halting. The impact caused the engine and guard compartment to derail, though no major casualties have been reported.

Two freight trains collide in UP's Fatehpur, no casualties reported

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<li>Two freight trains collide in Uttar Pradesh</li>
<li>Motormen injured, efforts to clear tracks</li>
<li>High-level investigation ordered by railway officials</li>
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Two freight trains collided near Pambhipur in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, on the morning of February 4, resulting in the derailment of the guard compartment and engine.&nbsp;
The first train had been halted due to a signal issue when the second train collided with it from behind. Fortunately, no major disaster occurred.
The collision caused the upline to be blocked, leading to delays and suspensions of several trains in the region. The motormen of both trains were injured and rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Railway officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. Efforts are underway to clear the track and restore normal train services. A high-level inquiry has been ordered to determine the exact cause of the crash.

A special train heading to Prayagraj for the Mahakumbh saw passengers attack it with stones at Harpalpur station after finding its doors locked. The incident caused panic among those traveling to the spiritual festival.

Watch: Passengers pelt stones at Maha Kumbh-bound train over locked doors

A special train heading to Prayagraj for the Mahakumbh saw passengers attack it with stones at Harpalpur station after finding its doors locked. The incident caused panic among those traveling to the spiritual festival.

A special train traveling from Jhansi to Prayagraj was attacked with stones at Harpalpur station after passengers waiting on the platform discovered the doors of the compartments locked.
Videos circulating on social media show attackers throwing stones at the train, shattering windows, and causing panic among the passengers inside.
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Very shocking news, attack on train going to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mahakumbh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mahakumbh</a> Stones pelted at passengers &ldquo;deadly attack&rdquo; The train going from Veerangana Laxmibai to Prayagraj was attacked at Harpalpur railway station<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mahoba?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mahoba</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MahaKumbh2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MahaKumbh2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kumbh2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kumbh2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mahakumbhspecialtrain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mahakumbhspecialtrain</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AshwiniVaishnaw</a> <a href="https://t.co/yvntLLfScu">pic.twitter.com/yvntLLfScu</a>
&mdash; Ravi Pandey🇮🇳 (@ravipandey2643) <a href="https://twitter.com/ravipandey2643/status/1884149713081098716?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
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One video captures a passenger explaining that the train departed Jhansi at around 8 pm on the previous day. Upon reaching Harpalpur, the train came under attack.
"They damaged the train and threw stones inside. They tried to harm passengers, including women and children," the passenger said.
The special train was being operated to cater to the Mahakumbh event in Prayagraj, drawing pilgrims from across India. Most of the passengers on board were traveling to attend the religious gathering.
Reports indicate that many people were waiting at Harpalpur, roughly two hours from Jhansi, to board the train. When they attempted to enter, they found the doors locked. This led to frustration and an outbreak of violence, with passengers hurling stones at the train, shattering windows and creating chaos.
Harpalpur police station in-charge Pushpak Sharma confirmed that stones were thrown at the train around 2 am when it arrived at the station.
Railways spokesperson Manoj Singh stated that a crowd of passengers, headed for Prayagraj, had been waiting on the platform. When they attempted to board, they found the doors locked, which led to the agitation and disruption.
The railway police arrived promptly, calmed the situation, and assisted passengers in continuing their journey.
The railways urged passengers to cooperate to ensure smooth travel to Prayagraj and avoid any further incidents.
Special trains are being operated to facilitate the movement of devotees to the Mahakumbh.

Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station on Tuesday morning. The train stopped immediately after a loud noise, and all passengers were safely evacuated.

Five coaches of Villupuram-Puducherry train derail, passengers evacuated safely

Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station on Tuesday morning. The train stopped immediately after a loud noise, and all passengers were safely evacuated.

Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station here on Tuesday morning, said railway officials adding that a major accident was averted as the train stopped immediately after a loud noise was heard.
According to officials, all passengers were safely evacuated from the train. Railway staff and engineers rushed to the site and are actively working to repair the derailed train.
Railway staff worked and the route was cleared for other trains, authorities are investigating whether the incident was due to a technical fault or sabotage.
The Villupuram Railway Police have begun an in-depth inquiry into the matter.
The MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) train, which departed from Villupuram at 5:25 am, derailed while navigating a curve. The loco pilot acted quickly to bring the train to a stop. MEMU trains are designed for short-distance travel, typically covering around 38 kilometres.

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has reached a peak speed of 180 km/h in multiple trials in Rajasthan. The successful tests will continue until the end of January, aiming to provide world-class long-distance travel across India. 

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Achieves 180 km/h Speed in Successful Trials

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has reached a peak speed of 180 km/h in multiple trials in Rajasthan. The successful tests will continue until the end of January, aiming to provide world-class long-distance travel across India.&nbsp;

The Vande Bharat sleeper train has 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 Railway Ministry said on Friday.
"The trails will continue until this month's end before this world-class long-distance travel is made available to the rail commuters across the nation," it said in a press statement.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VandeBharat?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VandeBharat</a> Sleeper Trains to soon bring world class travel experience to long-distance Rail commuters New Year heralds High-Speed Revolution: Peak speed of 180 km/h achieved during successful trials of Vande Bharat (Sleeper) trains in Kota Division Read here:&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/zvpS4hCCa4">pic.twitter.com/zvpS4hCCa4</a>
&mdash; PIB India (@PIB_India) <a href="https://twitter.com/PIB_India/status/1875124605377298908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The ministry also highlighted a recent video shared by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on X.
"The video shows a nearly full-to-brim glass of water adjacent to a mobile on a plain surface inside a Vande Bharat sleeper train. The water level remaining static can be seen in the video as the moving train achieves near constant peak speed of 180 km per hour exhibiting the element of comfort in the high-speed rail travel," the ministry said.
"The post came after 3 days of successful trials, which concluded on 2nd January, in which a Vande Bharat sleeper train in its loaded condition touched the peak speed," it added.
According to the ministry, on January 2, during a 30-km run between Kota and Laban in Bundi district of Rajasthan, the train reached a peak speed of 180 km per hour.
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Vande Bharat (Sleeper) testing at 180 kmph <a href="https://t.co/ruVaR3NNOt">pic.twitter.com/ruVaR3NNOt</a>
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1874891986773426548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"A day earlier, i.e. on the first day of 2025, in a 40 km long trial run between Rohal Khurd to Kota, Vande Bharat sleeper train touched the peak of 180 km per hour, the press note said.
"On the same day, peaks of 170 km/hr &amp; 160km/hr were achieved on Kota-Nagda &amp; Rohal Khurd-Chau Mahla sections. These trials will continue for the month of January under the supervision of RDSO, Lucknow," it added.
Once these trials are over, the train will be evaluated by the Railway Safety Commissioner at the maximum speed and only after passing the final stage, it will be officially certified and handed over to Indian Railways for induction and regular services.
The ministry stated that Vande Bharat sleeper trains are designed with features like automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, onboard WiFi and an aircraft-like design.
"With these successful trials, rail commuters can hope for a world-class travel experience in long-distance travel like Kashmir to Kanyakumari, Delhi to Mumbai, Howrah to Chennai and many other routes also," the ministry said.

IRCTC's website and app faced a major outage due to maintenance, disrupting ticket bookings during the holiday rush. Learn about alternative cancellation methods.

IRCTC Outage Disrupts Ticketing Services

The disruption caused significant inconvenience, particularly to users attempting to book Tatkal tickets during the busy holiday season.

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the online ticketing platform of Indian Railways, experienced a major outage on Thursday, disrupting access to its website and mobile app. The IRCTC attributed the downtime to scheduled maintenance activities.
A message on the IRCTC website informed users, "Due to maintenance activity, e-ticketing service will not be available." According to Downdetector, over 2,500 complaints were logged regarding the unavailability of the service.
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The disruption caused significant inconvenience, particularly to users attempting to book Tatkal tickets during the busy holiday season. With millions depending on IRCTC for train ticket bookings and management, the outage sparked frustration among passengers.
This marks the second instance of service disruption on the e-ticketing platform in December.
In an advisory, IRCTC advised passengers wishing to cancel tickets to contact customer care via the numbers 14646, 08044647999, or 08035734999, or email their ticket details to etickets@irctc.co.in to initiate a Ticket Deposit Receipt (TDR) process.

The Dadar-Porbandar Saurashtra Express derailed on Tuesday afternoon at Kim station, 27 km from Surat in Gujarat, said an official.

Saurashtra Express derails near Surat, no one injured

Train traffic on the route was not affected as an extra loop line was available, the PRO said.

The Dadar-Porbandar Saurashtra Express derailed on Tuesday afternoon at Kim station, 27 km from Surat in Gujarat, said an official. 
&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;&lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#WATCH&lt;/a&gt; | Kim, Gujarat: At 15:32 hrs, while departing from Kim Station, 4 wheels of a non-passenger coach (VPU) attached next to the engine got derailed. Restoration work is on and senior officers are at the site. There is no injury or harm to any passenger or railway staff. The&hellip; &lt;a href="https://t.co/QOd3o7tw1z"&gt;pic.twitter.com/QOd3o7tw1z&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; ANI (@ANI) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1871523141027278854?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;December 24, 2024&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
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Four wheels of the non-passenger coach next to the engine derailed at 3.32 pm as the train (number 19015) was leaving the station on its way to Porbandar, said Western Railway chief PRO Vineet Abhishek.
"There was no injury or harm caused to any passenger or railway staff," he said.
Train traffic on the route was not affected as an extra loop line was available, the PRO added.

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Basti has registered an FIR under Section 145 of the Railway Act against unidentified individuals for their role in the vandalism.

Passengers Vandalize Antyodaya Express at Basti Station Over Locked Doors

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Basti has registered an FIR under Section 145 of the Railway Act against unidentified individuals for their role in the vandalism.

In a dramatic incident late Tuesday night, enraged passengers waiting to board the Mumbai-bound Antyodaya Express (15101) at Basti railway station resorted to vandalism after finding the coach doors locked. Videos of the incident, which have gone viral on social media, capture the chaos as one individual used a heavy stone to smash the glass panel of the train&rsquo;s entry door, while others dismantled the iron grill of a window to climb into the coach.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%A4%9D%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%81%E0%A4%B8%E0%A5%80?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#झाँसी</a> : मनकापुर रेलवे स्टेशन पर 15101 अंत्योदय एक्सप्रेस के गेट न खोलने से गुस्साए यात्रियों ने कोच में पथराव कर दिया, जिससे शीशे टूट गए और ट्रेन में भगदड़ मच गई। आवेश में यात्रियों ने सरिए उखाड़ डाले और गेट को क्षतिग्रस्त करने का प्रयास किया। ट्रेन में बैठे यात्रियों ने नीचे&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/MiBygXHhVA">pic.twitter.com/MiBygXHhVA</a>
&mdash; UttarPradesh.ORG News (@WeUttarPradesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/WeUttarPradesh/status/1869603277861499258?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Basti has registered an FIR under Section 145 of the Railway Act against unidentified individuals for their role in the vandalism.
According to railway officials, the train was severely overcrowded, prompting passengers already inside to bolt the doors from within to prevent more people from boarding. This infuriated those waiting at the station, leading to a violent outburst. "A youth shattered the glass of the entry door, and others broke the iron grill of a window to gain access," an official source said.
The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. and was followed by another video surfacing from Mankapur railway station later that night. The footage shows an RPF constable helping an elderly woman board the overcrowded train, highlighting the chaos passengers faced.
Chandra Mohan Mishra, Senior Divisional Security Commissioner of Northeastern Railway, confirmed that authorities have CCTV footage of the vandalism and are working to identify the perpetrators. "Our teams are trying to track down those involved," he said.
Despite the severity of the incident, no arrests have been made so far.
The Antyodaya Express, which runs between Chhapra and Mumbai, has been a lifeline for many passengers travelling long distances, but the incident underscores the challenges posed by overcrowded trains.
As the investigation continues, railway authorities will likely face questions about overcrowding and safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

Indian Railways is reducing its advance reservation period from 120 days to just 60 days

Indian Railways Cuts Booking Period to 60 Days – Major Change Starting November 2024!

Indian Railways is reducing its advance reservation period from 120 days to just 60 days

If you're someone who loves planning train trips months in advance, get ready to switch gears!
The Indian Railways is pulling the brakes on long-term planning by slashing its advance reservation period from 120 days to... drumroll please... 60 days!.
Starting November 1, 2024, you'll only be able to book your tickets 60 days before your journey date.
So, whether it&rsquo;s a last-minute getaway or spontaneous vacation vibes, the window to grab your tickets is getting shorter!
But wait&mdash;here's a quick heads up!If you've already made bookings under the current 120-day window before October 31, 2024, no need to worry&mdash;those are safe and sound.
&ldquo;With effect from November 1, the advance reservation period (ARP) will be 60 days (excluding the day of journey), and bookings will be processed accordingly. However, all bookings made up to October 31 under the previous ARP of 120 days will remain intact. Cancellations of bookings made beyond the 60-day ARP will be permitted,&rdquo; the order stated.
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An Indian Railways engineer was told to transfer to Delhi 3 days before his scheduled retirement.

‘Sheer madness’: Railway engineer transferred 3 days before retirement

An Indian Railways engineer was asked to report to Delhi for a new posting 3 days before his scheduled retirement.

"Sheer madness," responded a senior engineer to the Railway Board when it ordered his transfer from Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh to Delhi three days before his retirement.
The chief communication engineer from the Bilaspur division of South East Central Railway (SECR) has written to the Railway Board terming his transfer to the Northern Railway (NR) zone three days before his retirement an act of harassment.
According to the transfer order, KP Arya is supposed to join the NR on a higher administrative grade post on November 28, 2023, while his retirement is due on November 30.
"This order seems well in order at the surface, but when seen in the complete perspective of my imminent superannuation within a week on 30th Nov 2023, the madness shines brightly," Arya said in a letter addressed to the Secretary, Railway Board.
He added, "Because this is nothing but sheer madness only to transfer one employee, who has served the IR (Indian Railway) organisation his whole life, in the week of his superannuation so that his superannuation settlement gets disrupted and he gets harassed in the last days in the organisation." Arya told PTI that the SECR zone already had a vacant HAG post, still, the Railway Board decided to transfer him to the NR zone on a similar vacant post.
"I will work only for three days in NR headquarters, New Delhi and retire from the Indian Railways. The Railways will pay me about Rs 3 lakh just as transfer money which is a complete waste of public money," Arya told PTI.
Though this is a promotional transfer, Arya will not get any additional monetary benefit. "My promotion was due about six months ago but it was kept pending. However, as per the government norms, I started getting monetary benefits for that post from the day my promotion was due. So, this promotional transfer is only to harass me." The engineer in his letter alleged, "In the series of harassment being meted out to me, a professionally very very competent, honest and upright officer by a cabal of officials of dubious character &hellip; I found it my duty to expose the concerned Railway Board officials as I have always done."
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The incident took place on board the Jaipur Express after it had crossed the Palghar station.

On moving train, gun fired by RPF constable; 3 passengers, an RPF ASI killed: reports

The incident took place on board the Jaipur Express after it had crossed the Palghar station.

In an alarming incident, a gun was fired on a moving train in Maharashtra.
At least 4 people died, including 3 passengers and an Assistant Sub-Inspector of the Railway Protection Force, as per reports.
They were allegedly shot by an RPF constable.
The incident took place on board the Jaipur Express after it had crossed the Palghar station.
The alleged shooter jumped off the train near Dahisar station but was detained along with the weapon.
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The constable lost his temper, shot his senior, and then opened fire at anyone he saw, as per the RPF IG.

Gun attack on moving train: 'Accused constable had short fuse,' says senior officer

The constable lost his temper, shot his senior, and then opened fire at anyone he saw, as per the RPF IG.

Hours after a constable of the Railway Protection Force allegedly shot dead his senior and 3 passengers on a moving train, a top officer said that the accused has a "short fuse", or quick to anger.
Inspector General of RPF (Western Railway) Praveen Sinha on July 31 said that constable Chetan Singh had a "short fuse", and was "quite hot-headed".
The officer added that at the time of the incident, there was no altercation.
The constable lost his temper, shot his senior, and then opened fire at anyone he saw, as per the RPF IG.
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More than 290 people died in the Balasore accident, while over 1,000 were injured.

In Odisha train crash area, yoga by Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

More than 290 people died in the Balasore accident, while over 1,000 were injured.

Around 3 weeks after a horrific triple train crash in Odisha's Balasore, India's railways minister visited the district on the occasion of International Yoga Day.
Ashwini Vaishnaw was seen performing yoga with a large number of participants on June 21.
On June 2, two passenger trains - Coromandel Express and Shalimar Express - and a goods train were involved in a severe collision.
More than 290 people died in the accident, while over 1,000 were injured.

Indian Railways spent ₹13,523 crore from a non-lapsable fund on track renewals in 2020-21, as per reports.

Railways spent ₹13,500 crore, against CAG's ₹44,900 crore estimate, on track renewal

Indian Railways spent ₹13,523 crore from a non-lapsable fund on track renewals in 2020-21, as per reports.

Amid increased focus on railway infrastructure in light of the Odisha triple train crash, it has emerged that the Indian Railways spent much less on replacing old tracks in 2020-21 than estimated by the CAG.
The Railways said that it spent ₹13,523 crore from a non-lapsable Rashtriya Rail Sanraksha Kosh on track renewals in 2020-21, as per the Hindustan Times.
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India had estimated that ₹44,936 crore would be needed for this work, the report said.
The cause of the Odisha train accident is yet to be ascertained. At least 278 people died, while around 1,100 were injured in the June 2 incident.

The court asked the accused the furnish a bail bond and surety of ₹50,000. 

Court grants bail to Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, daughter Misa in alleged land-for-jobs scam

Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, Misa Bharti secure bail Yadavs appeared before CBI court in Delhi Case relates to alleged land-for job scam
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The court asked the accused the furnish a bail bond and surety of ₹50,000.&nbsp;

In interim relief for former Bihar Chief Ministers Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi, and their daughter Misa Bharti, the trio were granted bail by a CBI court in Delhi on 15 March 2023.
The court asked the accused the furnish a bail bond and surety of ₹50,000.
It was Lalu Yadav's first appearance in court after a kidney transplant in Singapore three months ago. The RJD chief arrived in a wheelchair.
The case pertains to an alleged land-for-jobs scam in which "irregular appointments" were made in the Railways in exchange for cheap land deals, as per CBI.
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However, Public Relations Officer Manoj Kumar, North Central Railway, said the notice was issued in Lord Hanuman's name by mistake and a new notice has been issued against the priest of the temple.

Indian Railways issues notice to Lord Hanuman, know why?

However, Public Relations Officer Manoj Kumar, North Central Railway, said the notice was issued in Lord Hanuman's name by mistake and a new notice has been issued against the priest of the temple.

The railways department has reportedly issued a notice to Lord Hanuman for alleged encroachment on government land in a village in Madhya Pradesh's Morena.
According to India Today, the notice states that a temple in Sabalgarh area stands on land that railroads claim as government land and if the temple is not removed from encroached land, the district authorities will take action to remove the structure. &nbsp;
The notice also states that the amount spent on demolition of structures built on encroached land will be recovered from Lord Hanuman.
However, Public Relations Officer Manoj Kumar, North Central Railway, said the notice was issued in Lord Hanuman's name by mistake and a new notice has been issued against the priest of the temple.
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8 coaches of the Suryanagari Express train from Bandra terminus to Jodhpur went off the tracks at around 3:27 am.

Train derails in Rajasthan: 8 coaches off the tracks, no casualties, say reports

8 coaches of the Suryanagari Express train from Bandra terminus to Jodhpur went off the tracks at around 3:27 am.

A train derailed in Rajasthan's Pali in the early hours of 2 January 2023.
8 coaches of the Suryanagari Express train from Bandra terminus to Jodhpur went off the tracks at around 3:27 am, as per news agency ANI.
No casualties were reported in the incident. An accident relief train was subsequently dispatched from Jodhpur, the CPRO of North Western Railway was quoted as saying by ANI.
The report added that senior officials were slated to visit the accident site. The situation was also being monitored by General Manager-North Western Railway and other officials from the control room at the headquarters in Jaipur.
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Raosaheb Danve, who is Minister of State (MoS) for railways, said that the central government runs passenger trains for the convenience of people.

Passenger trains cause losses to Indian Railways: Union minister Raosaheb Danve

Raosaheb Danve, who is Minister of State (MoS) for railways, said that the central government runs passenger trains for the convenience of people.

Commenting on the finances of the Indian Railways, a Union minister said that passenger trains do not monetarily benefit the railways. Raosaheb Danve, who is Minister of State (MoS) for railways, said that the central government runs passenger trains for the convenience of people.
He said that for every rupee spent on passenger services, the railways suffers a loss of 55 paise. He added that the national transporter tries to make up for the losses by running freight services, and from other sources.
Danve sought to credit PM Modi for the running of passenger trains in India saying that the Modi government does not work for profit, and the PM says these services have to be operated for the convenience of people.
The minister made the comments while flagging off a weekly special train from Jalna to Chhapra Junction in Bihar on 26 October 2022.
(With PTI inputs)

You must have seen people complaining about trains running late but maybe you don't know  that this comes with one benefit. IRCTC gives free food when the train is late. 
According to IRCTC rules, Railways should provide a free meal and drink in trains if they are running late by more than two hours to the designated station.
Passengers can choose from various options like breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner depending on at what time the train is running late towards its designated destination.
Under the catering policy, this facility is given to the passengers of express trains that include Shatabdi, Rajdhani, and Duronto.

Indian Railways gives free food if this reason applies

Did you know you can get free food on trains under this condition?

Free food on these trains 

Railways should provide a free meal and drink in these premium trains if they are running late by more than two hours to the designated station

You must have seen people complaining about trains running late but maybe you don't know that this comes with one benefit! Indian Railways provide free meals to the passengers when the train is late.&nbsp;
According to IRCTC rules, Railways should provide a free meal and drink in trains if they are running late by more than two hours to the designated station.
Under this condition, passengers can choose from various options like breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner depending on at what time the train is running late towards its designated destination.
Under the catering policy, this facility is given to the passengers of express trains that include Shatabdi, Rajdhani, and Duronto.
These premium trains while operating in the Indian Railways network are also given priority so that these trains reach their destinations on time.
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Devotees on way to Kedarnath stunned those present at the Ratlam railway station in Madhya Pradesh as they broke into an impromptus Garba..   It all started when the Bandra-Haridwar train arrived at 10.15 pm Wednesday at Ratlam station. As passengers had quite a lot of time in hand than its usual stop time of 10 minutes, they got down from the train and were seen performing Garba on the platform.  While many netizens were left surprised and amused by the fact that the train reached its destination early, saying the railways usually have a reputation of being late, others were amused to see the impromptu performance.  “Majama. Happy Journey,” Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw wrote online while sharing the video. 

Watch: Passengers break into Garba as Bandra-Haridwar train reaches station 20 minutes early

Passengers break into Garba as train reaches station 20 minutes early | Watch

As passengers had quite a lot of time in hand than its usual stop time of 10 minutes, they got down from the train and were seen&nbsp;performing Garba&nbsp;on the platform.&nbsp;

Devotees on way to Kedarnath stunned those present at the Ratlam railway station in Madhya Pradesh as they broke into an impromptus Garba. It all started when the Bandra-Haridwar train arrived at 10.15 pm Wednesday at Ratlam station.&nbsp; As passengers had quite a lot of time in hand than its usual stop time of 10 minutes, they got down from the train and were seen&nbsp;performing Garba&nbsp;on the platform.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Majama. Happy Journey,&rdquo; Railway Minister&nbsp;Ashwini Vaishnaw wrote online while sharing the video.&nbsp;

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