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Jul122026 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

DMRC Managing Director conducts night inspection of Blue Line

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DMRC's Managing Director, Dr. Vikas Kumar, conducted a comprehensive night inspection (July 10/11, 2026) of the Blue Line to review the progress of ongoing infrastructure and passenger amenity enhancement works being undertaken at various stations along the corridor. Dr. Kumar inspected and reviewed station remodelling works, installation of new escalators, realignment of AFC Gates etc and other passenger-centric infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving the overall commuter experience. Some of these stations are Dwarka Sec-14, Dwarka Mor, Rajouri Garden, Karol Bagh, R K Ashram, Indraprastha, Noida City Centre etc. Dr. Kumar instructed the officials to ensure that public convenience and safety remain our highest priority while executing all developmental and upgradation works. ...

Jul122026 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Vaishnaw meets Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple delegation from Rajasthan

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on July 7, 2026, met a delegation from Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple Trust from Sikar, Rajasthan. The delegation included Sumedhanand Saraswati, Former Member of Parliament (Sikar), and Jhabar Singh Kharra, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Urban Development and Housing Department, Government of Rajasthan. Representatives of the Shri Shyam Mandir Committee, including Shakti Singh Chauhan, Maanvendra Singh Chauhan and Mohan Singh (Das) Chauhan, were also present. During the meeting, the delegation discussed measures to further strengthen rail connectivity and passenger facilities for the large number of devotees visiting the world-renowned Khatu Shyam Ji Temple. The delegation also expressed its gratitude to the Railway Minister for the continuo...

May102026 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Shifting of trains to upgraded passenger reservation system to begin in August 2026

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw held a review meeting with officials at Rail Bhawan in the national capital on May 7, 2026, and issued directions to ensure that passengers do not face any inconvenience during the transition of trains from the 40-year-old reservation system to the upgraded system. Shifting of trains to the upgraded passenger reservation system will begin in August 2026. Review Meeting Union Ministers of State for Railways, V Somanna and Ravneet Singh Bittu were also present in the meeting. Started in 1986, this system has undergone several minor changes over the past 40 years. However, now it has been completely overhauled, and its capacity has been significantly expanded using state-of-the-art technology. The railway reservation system has witnesse...

May102026 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Delhi Metro partners with Airtel Payments Bank to launch co-branded RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ NCMC cards

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In a significant step towards advancing integrated urban mobility, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has partnered with Airtel Payments Bank to launch co-branded RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Cards, enabled with NCMC (National Common Mobility Cards). These cards will enable seamless, interoperable payments across metro systems, buses and other transit networks nationwide. This announcement was made in a ceremony at the Delhi Metro headquarters attended by DMRC MD, Dr. Vikas Kumar, MD & CEO of Airtel Payments Bank Mr. Anubrata Biswas, and other senior officials from both the organisations. Delhi Metro partners with Airtel Payments Bank to launch co-branded RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ NCMC cards The co-branded cards – Debit cards and PPI–MTS (Prepaid Payment Instrument for Mass Tran...

Mar122026 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Meghalaya makes its debut at AAHAR 2026

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Meghalaya is making its first appearance at the 40th edition of AAHAR 2026 – The International Food and Hospitality Fair. Through this event, the Meghalaya government is ensuring that the state's indigenous organic agricultural and artisanal products reach larger markets, enabling local producers and entrepreneurs to connect directly with food industry players. Held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, and Co-hosted by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), this B2B event provides a strategic platform to integrate Meghalaya’s producers and entrepreneurs directly into the broader industry supply chain. Meghalaya, a regular at World Food India, is showcasing its food industry potential at AAHAR 2026 for the first time. This st...

Aug292025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Indian Railways to commemorate 350th Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji

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Indian Railways, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is set to commemorate the 350th Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji in a respectful manner. This initiative aims to spread awareness among the younger generation about the teachings and sacrifices of the revered Sikh Guru. Addressing a high-level meeting held on Friday at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi, Ravneet Singh, Union Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries, said Indian Railways welcomes the valuable suggestions provided by leaders of various Sikh institutions for the commemoration of this historic event. Ravneet Singh, Union Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries, addressing a high-level meeting held at Rail Bhawan This initiative marks a historic collaboration...

Aug242025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

NCRTC partners with Uber to strengthen last-mile connectivity along Namo Bharat Corridor

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In a significant step towards further enhancing seamless mobility and commuter convenience, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uber to facilitate app-based last-mile connectivity services across the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor. NCRTC partners with Uber to strengthen last-mile connectivity along Namo Bharat Corridor Under this partnership, Uber’s mobility services, including cabs, autos, and two-wheelers, will be available across all operational Namo Bharat stations from New Ashok Nagar to Meerut South. As the additional sections on the corridor gets commissioned, these services will extend to all 25 stations. For the convenience of the commuters, dedicated pickup/drop off points have been...

Aug62025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Bridge on Vishwamitri River completed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project

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The bridge on Vishwamitri River, Vadodara district, Gujarat has been completed for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. This is the seventeenth river bridge completed out of the planned 21 river bridges in Gujarat for the project. Spanning 80 meters, this bridge is located adjacent to the Vadodara Surat main line of Western Railways. The bridge comprises three piers, one of which is positioned in the river stream and other two on the banks of river (one each side). (Image Source: NHSRCL) Passing through the urban landscape of Vadodara, this bridge serves as a critical infrastructure component in Vadodara district. Vadodara is one of the busiest urban center and constructing a bridge passing through the city required exceptional planning, coordination with Vadodara Municipal ...

Aug42025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Vaishnaw flags off Bhavnagar-Ayodhya weekly train

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off three new express train services from Bhavnagar, Gujarat – Bhavnagar-Ayodhya Express, Rewa-Pune (Hadapsar) Express, and Jabalpur-Raipur Express on August 3. The launch ceremony of the Bhavnagar-Ayodhya weekly train was graced by the Railway Minister, Union Minister of Labour & Employment, Youth Affairs & Sports Dr. Mansukhbhai Mandaviya, and Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Nimuben Bambhaniya. (Image Source: Ministry of Railways) On the occasion, Vaishnaw said these three trains are of great importance. The Bhavnagar-Ayodhya Express will connect culture and devotion and boost trade and tourism in Bhavnagar. Pune is a major industrial city today and is connected with Rewa, Jabalpur, Satna, and...

Jul272025 by Spectra News DeskNo Comments

Vaishnaw reviews Alstom’s operations at Savli facility

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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visited Alstom's Savli facility in Vadodara, Gujarat, a key manufacturing hub for railway rolling stock in India. Vaishnaw reviewed Alstom’s operations at Savli facility, with a focused assessment of maintenance practices. (Image Source: Ministry of Railways) He appreciated Alstom’s practice of designing customised solutions for each order - an innovation Indian Railways could emulate - and proposed developing a joint training programme with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya through a creative and collaborative framework. Vaishnaw also suggested that General Managers of all PUs undertake training and exposure visits to Alstom’s Savli unit. Discussions also included the use of sensors and artificial intelligence for preventive maintenance. Savli...