Indian Railways
Indian Railways, India's national train network, is operated by the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. It spans a sizable portion of the nation and is one of the biggest railway networks in the entire world. Between Mumbai and Thane, the first railway in India was constructed in 1853. As the network grew over time, Indian Railways was nationalised and placed under a single management in 1951. Today, it is divided into multiple zones with a vast network of tracks. It plays a crucial role in the country’s economy by facilitating the movement of goods and
Railways' pre-budget rally: Fare hike fuels modernization surge
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6 min read21 Jan 2026IRFC, RVNL to IRCON: Experts recommend railway stocks to buy ahead of Budget 2026
With the central government's upcoming focus on Railway expansion and modernisation, stock market experts recommend these seven railway stocks to buy ahead of the Budget 2026. From IRFC to RVNL — Here are seven stocks to buy for investors.
3 min read21 Jan 2026Amrit Bharat Express key features: RAC scrapped, minimum fare for 2nd class now starts at ₹36 | Check ticket prices
The newly launched Amrit Bharat Express trains come with revised minimum fare structure. The Indian Railways scrapped RAC and revised minimum fare which starts at ₹36 for Second class. Check ticket price here.
3 min read18 Jan 2026Budget 2026: Why railways will be the key focus sector in FM Sitharaman's speech on 1 February 2026?
Budget 2026: The railways are expected to remain a priority in this year’s budget, though the increase in spending may be more measured compared to the sharp jumps seen in earlier years, according to experts.
2 min read16 Jan 2026Vande Bharat sleeper train from Guwahati-Kolkata starts Jan 17 – Know stations it will cover, ticket prices here
The inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper Express Train will be inaugurated by PM Modi on January 17, linking Guwahati and Kolkata.
2 min read13 Jan 2026Indian Railways to test galvanized rails for humid, coastal zones
The Indian Railways is set to pilot galvanized steel rails in coastal regions to combat corrosion. Despite a 10% premium in initial costs, the move aims to extend track life from 3 years to over 12 years, potentially saving billions in annual renewal expenses.
3 min read11 Jan 2026Land-for-jobs scam: Delhi court frames charges against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, others
A Delhi court has ordered corruption charges against former Bihar CM Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family in a land-for-jobs scandal involving the alleged manipulation of public employment for personal gain.
1 min read9 Jan 2026ED raids 15 locations in 'fake govt job' scam, gang paid initial salaries to gain trust
The scam, initially tied to Indian Railways, involves over 40 government organisations, utilising fraudulent emails to deceive victims with fake job offers.
1 min read8 Jan 2026Railway finances: Why small fare hikes won’t put Indian Railways on track to a brighter future
The deregulation of our oil sector shows how subsidies can be rolled back. Indian Railways needs similar action. Without a gradual withdrawal of fare freebies across all classes, its Operating Ratio will remain too high, its own accruals won’t fund capital investment and it’ll stay a fiscal burden.
2 min read8 Jan 2026Mint Explainer | Why the Indian Railways increased passenger fares twice in FY26
Indian Railways has increased passenger fares twice in the fiscal year to address losses from passenger services and reduce freight user burdens. The hikes aim to improve financial sustainability while keeping fare increases modest and avoiding sudden shocks to travellers.
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