A snake was spotted on a Garib Rath Express train traveling from Jabalpur to Mumbai, causing panic among passengers. The snake was safely removed, and passengers were moved to another coach. The incident highlights the potential for unexpected wildlife encounters on train journeys.
Alstom, a global leader in sustainable transportation, has delivered the first long-distance train for Mexico’s ambitious Tren Maya project. These trains, built in Mexico by local workers, offer a comfortable and safe travel experience with modern features for passengers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate new Vande Bharat Express routes connecting Tatanagar to Patna, Deoghar to Varanasi, and Tatanagar to Berhampur, further enhancing connectivity across India. These new services are part of a broader expansion of the Vande Bharat network, aiming to provide faster and more efficient travel options for passengers.
Bengaluru Cantonment railway station will undergo redevelopment, resulting in partial disruption of train services from September 20 to December 20, 2024. Platforms 2 and 3 will be closed, leading to cancellations and reschedulings of various trains. Travelers are advised to check the revised train schedules before their journey.
The MTR Corporation is enhancing travel convenience for Hong Kong commuters by adding 112 extra weekly train trips across three major rail lines, including the East Rail, Tseung Kwan O, and Tuen Ma Lines. These enhancements aim to improve passenger experiences, particularly with the start of the new school year.
Upcoming strikes in the UK, Italy, and the Netherlands are set to cause significant disruptions for train travelers, impacting both tourists and commuters. These strikes, driven by labor unions demanding better pay and working conditions, are scheduled for key dates, coinciding with the end of the European summer tourist season, potentially leading to delays, cancellations, and significant travel inconveniences.
A software engineer was arrested by the Government Railway Police (GRP) in Chennai for sexually harassing a fellow software engineer on a train. The incident occurred on August 26th when the victim was travelling from Karur to Chennai. The accused, K V Kishore, was identified and arrested based on a photograph taken by the victim.
Chennai police have released a photograph of a suspect in a sexual assault case that occurred inside a train washroom. The incident involved a software engineer traveling from Kerala. Police are offering a reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest.
The Railway Board has authorized a new bi-weekly train service between Bandra Terminus and Madgaon in Goa, providing a convenient travel option for tourists from Mumbai’s Western suburbs. This train will depart from Borivali on the Western Railway line, offering a more direct route to Goa compared to existing trains departing from Central Railway stations.
The Indian Railways has launched its third Vande Bharat train, connecting Ernakulam to Bengaluru. The train, which will operate three days a week, offers a faster and more comfortable travel option for passengers. It is expected to benefit Malayalis working in Bengaluru’s IT sector.
