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Indian Railways news: Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains, station redevelopment, Kavach signalling, dedicated freight corridors, electrification, and Railway Board policy — covered with data and official sources by Metro Rail News.

Indian Railways — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kavach?

Kavach is Indian Railways' indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. It automatically applies brakes if a driver fails to act on a signal or speed restriction, and is being rolled out across high-density routes.

What are Vande Bharat trains?

Vande Bharat Express is India's indigenously built semi-high-speed EMU train, manufactured at ICF Chennai, operating at up to 160 km/h. Sleeper variants and a broader production programme of 200 more trainsets are under way.

What is the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme?

A station redevelopment programme covering more than 1,300 railway stations across India, upgrading passenger amenities, accessibility and station buildings in phases.

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Kovilpalayam Railway Station to Reopen After 34 Years Following Public Demand 

TAMIL NADU (Metro Rail News): Kovilpalayam railway station near Kinathukadavu in Tamil Nadu is set to reopen after around 34 years, following sustained demands...

Indian Railways Enhances Freight Wagon Operations with AI to Strengthen Safety

DELHI (Metro Rail News): Freight Wagon operations modernised by Indian Railways as they plan to adopt artificial intelligence based defect detection, proactive maintenance and...

North Central Railway Exceeds the Average Freight Growth of Railways by 8.1%

DELHI (Metro Rail News): In the first half (April-September) of the financial year 2026-’27, North Central Railway (NCR) recorded a total of 10.84 million...

South Coast Railway Floats ₹599.33 Cr EPC Tender for New BG Line in Andhra Pradesh

ANDHRA PRADESH (Metro Rail News): South Coast Railway (SCR) calls for tenders for the construction of a 28.35-km new broad-gauge (BG) line between Vaddamanu...

North Central Railway Generates ₹285 Cr From Scrap Disposal in Six Months 

DELHI (Metro Rail News): North Central Railway (NCR) has surpassed its annual junk disposal target for 2026-27 in just six months generating Rs 286.79...

South Western Railway Records 5.9% Growth in Freight Loading in September 2026

DELHI (Metro Rail News): The South Western Railway (SWR) recorded its highest freight loading in September, 2026. It handled 4.41 million tonnes during the...
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