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Two Mumbai sisters turned their daily train frustration into Yatri, an app now used by 2.1 million commuters to track local trains in real time. After 15 months of building custom GPS devices that work across Mumbai's mix of old and new trains, they're officially partnered with Indian Railways.
Indian Railways is manufacturing two new high-speed trains capable of reaching 220 kmph, a significant leap beyond the current Vande Bharat Express. The next-generation trains will bring faster, more efficient travel to millions of passengers across India.
Indian Railways is revolutionizing train sanitation with biological toilets that manage their own water and waste without outside resources. These eco-friendly systems are solving a decades-old public health crisis while keeping the country's busiest rail network clean.
India's Eastern Railway celebrated International Women's Day by recognizing 31 female employees who are breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated roles. From loco-pilots to station managers, these women are driving change across the railway system.
When a bridge collapsed and flights were grounded, the women of Vadodara Railway Division stepped up. From engine drivers to operations managers, they're proving leadership has no gender in one of India's most demanding rail hubs.
Indian Railways is rolling out a record 1,500 special trains this March to help millions of families celebrate Holi together. The move more than doubles last year's service and shows how infrastructure can adapt to bring people home for what matters most.
A locomotive factory in Bihar didn't just build trains. It transformed an entire region's access to healthcare, education, and clean water.
After national champion Dev Kumar Meena faced hours of delays and fines for carrying his equipment, his story is pushing Indian Railways to create clearer rules for athletes. The 20-year-old's experience highlights a gap that affects countless competitors across the country.