Railway Updates of the Week

Sep 24, 2018: IRCTC stalls can now sell food items at platforms

In a remarkable step that will ensure passenger comfort while travelling, the railway board has authorised IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) to sell its food items at platforms as well. Read more….

Sep 25, 2018: Railways to be 100% electrified by 2022

Earlier this month, the union cabinet had approved a proposal for the complete electrification of the Indian Railways. This will be executed by 2022 to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Know all about it…


Sep 26, 2018: Railways increases vacancies to over 60,000, details inside

Good news job hunters! The Indian Railways has increased the number of vacancies for the posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) and Technicians from 26,502 to around 64,000. Read more….

Sep 27, 2018: Northern Railways is hiring for 2600 trackman posts, apply now

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has invited applications for Group D posts. The Northern Railway (NR) in specific has invited applications for as many as 2,600 trackman posts under its ‘re-engagement of the retired employee’ programme. Click here to read the complete news…


Sep 28, 2018: Humsafar Express introduced between Ajmer-Rameswaram; 5 important updates

A new railway link now connects the holy shrines of Ajmer and Rameswaram. Piyush Goyal, the Railway minister of India, announced that Indian Railways has introduced an all-new AC-3 tier train between the two cities. Read more….