Delhi-Meerut-style RRTS in Assam? Himanta Sarma says ADB talks have begun for high-speed rail network; here’s what comes nextDelhi-Meerut-style RRTS in Assam: Assam is exploring a Delhi-Meerut-style RRTS network, with preliminary talks underway with the Asian Deve...
19 Sep, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
Diwali travel could see new addition: Sleeper Vande Bharat Express may launch on Delhi-Varanasi route with Prayagraj & Kanpur stops; here’s what travellers need to knowDelhi-Varanasi Sleeper Vande Bharat Express: Indian Railways is planning a second Sleeper Vande Bharat Express service. This new overnight ...
19 Sep, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
India’s metro network is only 216 km short of US: From a single Kolkata line in 1984 to 1,170 km across 26 cities, next big expansion is already underwayMetro expansion news: India’s metro network has expanded significantly since 1984. The operational network now spans more than 1,155 km acr...
19 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
CSL lays keel for first next-generation missile vessel for Indian NavyCochin Shipyard Limited laid the keel for the first of six advanced missile vessels. This marks the shipbuilder's entry into constructing w...
18 Sep, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
- Is NATO ready to fight? The Ukraine war is raising doubts among military analysts
The Ukraine conflict highlights NATO's struggle to adapt quickly to modern warfare. Cheap drones are rendering traditional military assets ...
17 Sep, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
10 low-income Rosebud Sioux families got solar panels on their homes; the systems cut their tribal housing authority's electric bill by $8,122 in one yearTen families on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation received cheaper electricity bills from solar panels. The tribal housing authority saved over...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman calls out Anthropic's approach to AI consciousness
Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman said he shared Anthropic's focus on safely managing AI, but flagged risks in the way it trains its Clau...
16 Sep, 2026, 07.38 PM IST
BHEL, Titagarh Rail to form JV for Vande Bharat sleeper maintenanceBharat Heavy Electricals and Titagarh Rail Systems have formed a joint venture. This new company will maintain Vande Bharat sleeper train s...
15 Sep, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
Should AI companies slow down development? Leaders debate safety, costOpenAI chief executive Sam Altman, xAI chief Elon Musk and other technology leaders have since joined the discussion, as concerns over AI s...
15 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Nitin Gadkari says driving licence, vehicle RC may be suspended for repeated traffic violations under negative points systemUnion minister Nitin Gadkari has said his ministry is working on a negative points system for driving licences and vehicle registration cer...
11 Sep, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Railways to upgrade older trains with 6,000-HP locomotivesIndian Railways will procure new energy-efficient locomotives for passenger trains. These powerful engines will operate in a push-pull form...
11 Sep, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
MoS Shobha Karandlaje opens Bengaluru MSME technology centre to train 10,000 annuallyIn Bengaluru, a new Technology Centre has been launched with the goal of training 10,000 individuals each year. This facility is dedicated ...
10 Sep, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
In December 2025, China ran seven 5,000-ton coal trains across Inner Mongolia as a formation heavier than three Eiffel Towers combined, without physically connecting them; engineers believe it could boost rail capacity by over 50% without new tracksChina successfully tested seven freight trains operating as one unit. These trains were virtually coupled using advanced wireless control s...
10 Sep, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
Technology can cut human error, improve rail safety, says MoS SomannaTechnology adoption is accelerating Indian Railways' safety and efficiency. Minister V Somanna reviewed operations and technology integrati...
09 Sep, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
India's bullet train to begin testing by May-June next year, commercial operations by end 2027: Ashwini VaishnawIndia's bullet train testing is scheduled for May or June next year. The train will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister after testing. Thi...
08 Sep, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
Kavach trial successful! In just 40 mins, 16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper covers 50 km at 160 kmph as Indian Railways plans wider safety system rolloutA 16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train successfully completed a high-speed trial of the Kavach safety system. The train was operated at 160 ...
08 Sep, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
250+ new Vande Bharat Sleeper trains coming soon: Your next overnight journey is set for a big upgrade with Rajdhani-beating features & aircraft-style luxuryVande Bharat Express is expanding into overnight sleeper services across the country. Multiple manufacturers are now working on advanced sl...
03 Sep, 2026, 03.04 PM IST