Railway News
Ashwini Vaishnaw says train accidents have reduced, only 11 took place till November in 2025-26
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated a significant decline in train accidents, from 135 in 2014-15 to 11 in 2025-26. He noted that a range of safety initiatives undertaken over the years has led to a significant reduction in such incidents.
2 min read12 Dec 2025Cargo trains to criss-cross India in new ₹1.5 trillion corridors
Indian Railways aims to extend the high-speed cargo network deeper into southern, eastern and central India. That comes as existing corridors boosted freight speeds and eased congestion on passenger routes, lifting the transporter's share in cargo movement from 2020's lows. But experts are divided.
4 min read12 Dec 2025Mint Explainer | Why Indian Railways is betting on QSR chains
A new IRCTC catering category allows national food brands into stations for the first time. Here’s what’s driving the shift, and what it means for Railways, QSRs and small vendors.
4 min read9 Dec 2025Attention travellers! Indian Railways to operate 89 special trains for next 3 days amid IndiGo crisis
To address rising travel demand due to flight cancellations, Indian Railways has announced 89 special train services. The initiative aims to support smooth travel for passengers impacted by air travel disruptions over the next three days.
5 min read6 Dec 2025After remaining under pressure for five months, can multibagger Rites make a comeback?
Rites stock has faced losses for five months, totaling a 13% drop. However, Axis Securities predicts a turnaround due to a strong order book of ₹9,090 crore and high-margin projects, projecting a 23% CAGR growth from FY25 to FY27.
1 min read24 Nov 2025India’s railway overhaul is minting new winners—here are 3 smallcaps to watch
Government capex, electrification, and safety upgrades are creating fresh opportunities for smallcap players across the railway ecosystem. Here are three stocks positioned to benefit.
3 min read20 Nov 2025Railways eyes record ₹2.76-trillion allocation for FY27 as govt ramps up modernization plans
The planned increase comes on the heels of unusually rapid spending this year, with the railways having exhausted more than 78% of its 2025-26 budget as of mid-November, its highest mid-year utilization on record.
3 min read19 Nov 2025Flat freight, new terminals: Railways aims to boost bulk cement transport
The development of bulk cement handling terminals, along with the shift from an earlier, complex haulage rate structure to a system based on actual tonnage, fulfils the industry’s expectations, according to experts.
2 min read18 Nov 2025IRCTC Q2 Results: Net profit rises 13% YoY to ₹345 crore; interim dividend declared — Check record date, details here
IRCTC Q2 Results: Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) announced a 13% YoY rise in net profits to ₹345 crore in the July-September quarter of FY2025-26. The company also announced an interim dividend. Check details on the record date here.
2 min read12 Nov 2025How to ensure lower berths for senior citizens: TTE reveals trick for IRCTC train bookings, ‘Do not book for…’
A TTE has shared a hack for senior citizens to secure lower berths on trains. Indian Railways now automatically allocates lower berths to eligible passengers and allows users to book only if a lower berth is available.
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Budget
The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared
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