Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw is expected to step down this week as the company investigates an alleged relationship with an employee. The investigation follows a series of challenges during Shaw’s tenure, including the East Palestine train derailment and criticism from activist investors.
A Kalindi Express train narrowly avoided a derailment in Kanpur, India, after an LPG cylinder was placed on the tracks. Police have detained six individuals, including two with criminal histories, and formed a special investigation team to probe the incident, which bears striking similarities to a recent Sabarmati Express derailment.
A shocking derailment of the Sabarmati Express occurred early Saturday morning near Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, leaving 22 coaches off the tracks. The incident caused panic among passengers and disrupted rail traffic in the area, leading to cancellations and diversions of several trains. Indian Railways is investigating the cause of the derailment, which is believed to be due to a boulder hitting the train.
A passenger train, Sabarmati Express, derailed near Kanpur in the early hours of Saturday, causing disruption to train services. The engine hit an object placed on the track, causing 20 coaches to derail. Thankfully, no injuries were reported and passengers were transported to Kanpur via buses and trains.
A Sabarmati Express train derailed near Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday morning, causing disruption to rail traffic. The incident involved over 20 coaches, but thankfully no injuries were reported. The derailment is believed to have been caused by a boulder striking the train’s engine. The Indian Railways is currently investigating the incident and providing assistance to passengers.
A coach of the Delhi-Saharanpur MEMU train derailed within the Saharanpur Railway Station yard earlier today. The incident occurred while the train was moving towards the yard after its termination. Fortunately, no other trains were impacted, and no injuries were reported.
A Mumbai-Howrah Mail train derailed in Jharkhand’s Seraikela-Kharsawan district early on Tuesday, injuring six passengers. The incident occurred near Badabamboo, around 80 km from Jamshedpur. Rescue operations are underway, and Indian Railways has issued helpline numbers for assistance.
A goods train derailed in West Bengal’s Ranaghat on Sunday, with no casualties reported. Earlier in the day, another freight train derailed in Mathura, and on Saturday, a goods train derailed in Uttar Pradesh. These incidents highlight concerns about railway safety in India.
A goods train derailed on the Delhi-Lucknow railway line in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday, causing no casualties. Authorities have assured that the situation is under control and law and order is maintained.
A goods train derailed between Valsad and Surat stations in Gujarat, disrupting rail traffic. No casualties were reported, according to Western Railway officials.
