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Jul162026 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Why Indian Trains Have Generators: Purpose, Benefits, Working and Everything You Should Know

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Why do Indian trains have generators? Learn which trains use generator cars, why Vande Bharat doesn't need them, fuel consumption, history, benefits, drawbacks, and alternative power systems in Indian Railways. Check out why Indian trains have generators. Why Indian Trains Have Generators If you have ever travelled on a long-distance train like Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto, or Mail and Express trains, you may have noticed a special coach with a loud engine sound placed at one or both ends of the train. This is known as the Generator Car or Power Car. Its main job is to provide electricity to the entire train during the journey. However, not every train in India has a generator coach. Modern trains like Vande Bharat Express and suburban local trains use completely different systems...

Sep272025 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

This Vande Bharat Train Has Maximum Stoppages

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Vande Bharat trains in India are known for fewer stoppages between sources and the final destination. Check out which Vande Bharat train has maximum stoppages in India. Danapur Jogbani Vande Bharat Train Has Maximum Stoppages. The first Vande Bharat Express train was started in 2019, which has covered around distance of around 800 km and stops at only 2 stations between the source and the final destination station. Vande Bharat Express trains have given less number of stoppages so that they can reach the final station in less time. Giving more stoppages to the Vande Bharat Express will take more time to reach the final stations. Vande Bharat Express train is currently one of the fasted and premium train in India which provide comfortable travel experience. Vande Bharat Train H...

Aug62025 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

उत्तर रेलवे ने यात्रियों को दी राहत: कई महत्वपूर्ण एक्सप्रेस ट्रेनों को नए स्टेशनों पर ठहराव की मंजूरी

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Railway News:उत्तर रेलवे ने यात्रियों की सुविधा को ध्यान में रखते हुए एक बड़ा निर्णय लिया है। अब कई महत्वपूर्ण एक्सप्रेस ट्रेनों को अतिरिक्त स्टेशनों पर ठहरने की अनुमति दी गई है। यह फैसला 6 अगस्त से प्रभावी होगा और आगामी यात्रा सत्र के दौरान लाखों यात्रियों को राहत देने का काम करेगा। Railway News रेलवे द्वारा जारी अधिसूचना के अनुसार, हावड़ा-अमृतसर मेल एक्सप्रेस (13005/13006) को अब भदौरा स्टेशन पर ठहराव मिलेगा। यह ट्रेन 7 अगस्त 2025 को सुबह 05:45 बजे भदौरा पहुंचेगी और 05:47 बजे प्रस्थान करेगी। वापसी में, 13006 अमृतसर-हावड़ा मेल एक्सप्रेस उसी दिन शाम 19:00 बजे भदौरा पहुंचेगी और 19:02 बजे रवाना होगी। गहमर स्टेशन पर भी कई महत्वपूर्ण ट्रेनों को ठहराव प्रदान किया गया है, जिनमें आनंद विहार-जयनगर गरीबरथ एक्सप्रेस (12435/12436), कामाख्या-जोधपुर एक्सप्रेस (15623/15624), इस्लामपुर-गुवाहाटी ...

Mar12025 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Expected To Launch Before Holi 2025

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Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat train will pass over the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest rail bridge. Operations are expected to commence on March 6 or 7. Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat AI Image. The highly awaited Jammu to Srinagar Vande Bharat train is expected to begin commercial operations soon. This will be the third semi-high-speed train for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and the first for the Kashmir Valley. Operated and maintained by the Northern Railway (NR) zone, the train will cross the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge. Reports indicate that operations may start on March 6 or 7, before Holi 2025 though no official confirmation has been made by Indian Railways or government authorities. Meanwhile, sources suggest that Northern Railway officials have been inst...

Dec62024 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Southern Railway Update Coach Compositions of 3 Trains

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Southern Railway has introduced permanent augmentation and standardization of train compositions for select services to enhance passenger capacity and improve travel convenience. Southern Railway Announces Permanent Augmentation and Standardization of Train Compositions The changes are scheduled to be effective in a phased manner, benefiting key routes and connecting important destinations in southern India Details of Train Composition Changes Train No. 12027/12028 KSR Bengaluru – Dr. MGR Chennai Central Shatabdi Express Existing Composition: 16 coaches, including 12 AC Chair Car Coaches, 2 AC Executive Chair Car Coaches, 1 Luggage cum Brake Van, and 1 Second Class Coach (Divyangjan-friendly). Revised Composition: Increased to 17 coaches with the addition of 1 AC Chair ...

Dec62024 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

NER Commences Survey for Third and Fourth Railway Lines to Boost Track Capacity

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The North Eastern Railway (NER) has initiated a survey to construct third and fourth railway lines across 12 high-density routes. North Eastern Railway(NER) initiates surveys for additional lines, aiming to improve capacity and train services. This move aims to enhance track capacity and cater to the increasing demand for train services. Under the directives of the Railway Board, engineering teams have started the survey work across the identified routes. By the next year, the survey for 457 km of railway lines will be completed. Following the survey, a Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be prepared, and construction work will commence once the DPR is approved by the Railway Board. Enhancing Capacity on High-Density Routes The North Eastern Railway (NER) Railway Board has int...

Dec52024 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Western Railway Collects ₹93 Crore Fines in Last 8 Months

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Intensive ticket inspections by Western Railway over the past eight months yielded ₹93 crore in fines, emphasizing lawful travel and discouraging unauthorized passengers, especially in AC coaches. Intensive ticket inspections by Western Railway over the past eight months yielded ₹93 crore in fines. In a bid to ensure hassle-free and comfortable travel for genuine passengers, Western Railway (WR) has intensified ticket checking drives across Mumbai suburban local services, Mail/Express, and passenger trains. Between April and November 2024, these efforts resulted in the recovery of a massive ₹93.47 crore in fines, including ₹30.63 crore from the Mumbai Suburban section alone. According to Shri Vineet Abhishek, Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, November 2024 witnes...

Dec32024 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

2025 में ऐसा दिखेगा गया जंक्शन, यात्रियों को मिलेंगी ये सुविधाएं

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गया जंक्शन जल्द ही यात्रियों के लिए एक नए रूप में प्रस्तुत होगा। 300 करोड़ रुपये की लागत से इसका पुनर्विकास किया जा रहा है, जिसमें इसे विश्वस्तरीय सुविधाओं से लैस किया जाएगा। रेलवे विशेषज्ञों की एक समर्पित टीम इस प्रोजेक्ट पर काम कर रही है, और 2025 तक इसे पूरा करने का लक्ष्य है। Gaya Junction in 2025. गया जंक्शन बनेगा आधुनिक सुविधाओं का केंद्र पूर्व मध्य रेलवे (ECR) के मुख्य जनसंपर्क अधिकारी (CPRO) सरस्वती चंद्रा ने बताया कि यह स्टेशन बिहार का एक महत्वपूर्ण केंद्र है, जो अंतरराष्ट्रीय बौद्ध पर्यटकों और वार्षिक 'पितृपक्ष मेला' के लिए जाना जाता है। पुनर्विकास परियोजना के तहत गया जंक्शन को यूरोपीय रेलवे स्टेशनों की तर्ज पर डिजाइन किया जा रहा है। स्टेशन में यात्रियों के लिए अत्याधुनिक सुविधाएं दी जाएंगी, जिनमें शामिल हैं: हाई-स्पीड वाई-फाई: यात्रियों को तेज़ इंटरनेट सेवा मिलेग...

Dec32024 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

22 Trains Canceled, 36 Trains Reduced Due to Fog From Dec to March 2025

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The North Eastern Railway Administration has announced significant adjustments to train schedules due to expected dense fog during the winter season. Many trains have been cancelled due to fog. Between December 1, 2023, and March 2, 2024, the railways will cancel 22 trains, reduce the frequency of 36 others, and introduce safety measures to mitigate operational challenges. Among the canceled trains, Humsafar Express running from Gorakhpur, Nakaha. Six trains including Jangal-Gomtinagar Express, Gorakhpur-Anand Vihar Terminal Express are included. This information was given by Pankaj Kumar Singh, Chief Public Relations Officer of North Eastern Railway. Trips of These Trains Reduced Due to Fog: 12529 Patliputra-Lucknow Express, 12530 Lucknow Jn.- Patliputra Express, 1...

Dec22024 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Southern Railway Announced Extension of Services for Sabari Special Trains; Check List

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Southern Railway has announced the extension of services for select Sabari Special Trains to accommodate the growing demand among passengers. Extension of Services for Sabari Special Trains The extended services aim to ensure greater convenience and enhanced travel options for devotees and travelers. The details of the extended trains are as follows: Sabari Special Train Extensions Train No. 07137 Hyderabad – Kottayam Sabari Special Departure: Leaves Hyderabad at 12:05 PM on Friday. Arrival: Reaches Kottayam at 6:45 PM the next day. Extension Date: Service will now run on 6th December 2024 (One Service). Train No. 07138 Kottayam – Secunderabad Sabari Special Departure: Leaves Kottayam at 9:45 PM on Saturday. Arrival: Reaches Secunderabad at 12:50 AM on the th...