Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a video address for Railway Workers' Day, commending the industry's strategic importance, its role in national development, and its contribution to the "special military operation zone," Donbass, and Novorossiya.
China completes 11.9km Yangtze River Railway Tunnel, a key link in a high-speed line connecting Chongqing with Xiamen, overcoming geological and urban challenges.
Over 2,000 pigeons were shot at UK railway stations and depots in 16 months, revealed by BBC data obtained via the Freedom of Information Act. While operators cite safety and health hazards from droppings, animal welfare advocates criticize the "inhumane" method, proposing alternatives.
Ravneet Singh Bittu resigned as Union Minister of State for Railways after his Rajya Sabha tenure ended on June 21. The former three-time Congress MP, who joined BJP in 2024, stepped down as the BJP focuses on the 2027 Punjab Legislative Assembly elections.
A monkey was spotted on Hong Kong's MTR tracks near Tsuen Wan station for a second day, causing brief service adjustments. An expert from the University of Hong Kong warned that more monkey encounters could occur during their mating season from July to December.
A railway tunnel project in Varberg, Sweden, uncovered six shipwrecks dating from the Middle Ages to the 17th century, offering a rare, layered view of shipbuilding and harbor life. The finds, including a well-preserved 1530s oak ship, provide insights into Sweden's west coast maritime history.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) announced 4,098 vacancies for Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant posts. Online applications open August 14, 2026, and close September 13, 2026, for positions across India.
China is rapidly expanding its land-based export routes through Central Asia, including new railway lines, to diversify trade channels and mitigate risks from escalating geopolitical tensions affecting maritime hubs. This strategy has significantly boosted trade with Central Asian nations.
The RMT union announced strikes for three Saturdays in August at East Midlands Railway (EMR) due to "growing safety concerns" over the new Hitachi Rail Class 810 (Aurora) fleet. EMR denies safety issues but acknowledges reliability problems, while the RMT claims trains operate with critical faults.
Australia's housing policy has a rich history of public investment, initiated by various governments over nearly 30 years, to address housing affordability and social needs. Despite challenges and resistance, these interventions significantly boosted home ownership and eased rental pressures, influencing current tax reforms.
Four railway workers were injured after Ukrainian drones struck the railway station area in Lgov, Kursk Region, Russia. Governor Alexander Khinshtein reported three minor injuries and one serious shrapnel wound requiring hospitalization. A municipal administration vehicle was also damaged.
Indian Railways' AI chatbot, AskDisha 2.0, powered by CoRover.AI, provides various IRCTC services like ticket booking, refunds, PNR status, and e-ticket access via text or voice commands in multiple languages on its website and mobile app.
Intercity rail travellers in Great Britain may face disruptions this summer due to potential strikes on two mainlines (LNER and Avanti West Coast) and reduced timetables on the Midland mainline (East Midlands Railway) because of malfunctioning Hitachi trains.
A 25-year-old software engineer allegedly murdered his colleague by slitting her throat before dying by suicide near Gurgaon railway station. The woman's body was found in his PG room, and his body was discovered on the tracks. Police are investigating the sequence of events.
A fire on a railway embankment in Walthamstow, east London, has led to the evacuation of residents. Around 125 firefighters tackled the blaze, which affected a house, gardens, sheds, and the embankment, causing disruption to the Weaver Overground line. No injuries were reported.
Around 100 firefighters responded to a large fire in Walthamstow, east London, affecting a house, gardens, sheds, and a railway embankment. Two rest centres were set up for residents, and the Weaver Overground line was partially closed. The cause is unknown.
Over 100 firefighters and 25 engines are battling a fire at a railway embankment in Walthamstow, east London. The blaze is affecting nearby properties and producing significant smoke, prompting advice for residents to close windows and doors. The Weaver Overground line is partially closed, and motorists are urged to avoid the area.
Indian Railways offers a Full Tariff Rate (FTR) scheme allowing groups to charter entire trains or reserve coaches for exclusive use. This service is ideal for weddings, religious trips, corporate tours, and educational excursions, with booking possible up to six months in advance.
Indian Railways and IRCTC have updated reservation rules, reducing the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) from 120 to 60 days. Aadhaar verification is now mandatory for priority access, and booking opens at 8 AM daily.
Indian Railways has approved its first hydrogen fuel cell train, a 10-coach set designed and built in India. Expected to be flagged off by PM Modi on July 17, it will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana at 75 kmph.
Kami-Shirataki Station in Hokkaido, Japan, remained open for nearly three years to serve a single schoolgirl. The train schedule was adapted to her school timings until her graduation in March 2016, after which the station permanently closed.
Kami-Shirataki Station in Hokkaido, Japan, remained open for nearly three years to serve a single schoolgirl. The train schedule was adjusted to her school timings until her graduation in March 2016, after which the station permanently closed.
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy's former CEO announced plans for a triple listing in Hong Kong, London, and Kazakhstan by year-end. Hong Kong's exchange anticipates more international issuers in late 2026/2027, with companies seeking favorable market sentiment.
A 24-year-old man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for assault resulting in death after fatally attacking a train conductor who asked him to leave a train for not having a ticket. The victim died from a brain hemorrhage. The verdict is considered too lenient by the victim's family, who seek a review, and highlights a rise in aggression towards transport workers.
