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India, Russia, Iran To Meet On North-South Corridor On November 23
India, Russia and Iran will hold a trilateral meeting on the International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC) on November 23 to make the 7,200-km-long ship, road, and rail route operational soon, an official statement said on Monday. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu, in a meeting with a Russian business delegation on raising i...
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After 23 Die In Mumbai Stampede, Rail Minister's 1-Week Deadline For Officials
Friday's deadly stampede that killed 23 people in Mumbai, many found pressing against the railings, has spurred the government into action. Hours later, Railways Minister Piyush Goyal ordered officials to cut the red tape and start working on shorter deadlines. The minister also told them to identify critical locations prone to similar tragedies. T...
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Cabinet Reshuffle On Sunday Morning, 8 Ministers Quit: 10 Points
A new Defence Minister is expected to be appointed on Sunday morning when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to revamp his cabinet in a big shake-up. Arun Jaitley will retain the Finance Ministry, sources said; he currently handles both key departments. The Prime Minister was still tweaking his list of new ministers till late on Friday night, s...
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Worried By Accidents, Railways Opts For More Power To Divisional Managers
Taking stock of the series of derailments this month, the draft report of a committee set up by Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu recommends that divisional railway managers (DRMs) be more empowered to take decisions, particularly in emergencies.
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Railways Launches 'SAARTHI' App, Solar Train: 10 Things To Know
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on Friday launched a new integrated mobile app "SAARTHI - synergised advanced application rail travel help and information" for passengers. This new app will allow passengers to book tickets, enquiry, on-board cleaning and ordering meal on a single platform. The new SAARTHI app also includes features such as safety fo...
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Government To Double/Triple 16,500 Km Rail Tracks: Suresh Prabhu
To fast-track creation of a robust infrastructure, the government has sanctioned plans for doubling and tripling of 16,500 km of railway tracks in few years as against only 22,000 km in last 70 years, Union Minister Suresh Prabhu said today.
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Approved. Suresh Prabhu Clears Rail Project In This State In 3 Minutes
A new railway line proposed by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik gets a nod from Railway minister Suresh Prabhu just three minutes after he presented it to the minister.
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I Voluntarily Gave Up Rail Budget, Says Suresh Prabhu
During an exclusive interaction with PTI, Mr Prabhu was talking about the vision for making the public transport more efficient and profitable.
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Check Train Delays Or Face Action: Rail Minister To Officials
With a number of complaints being received over late running of trains, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has cracked the whip on officials concerned, asking them to improve punctuality rate or "face action".
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Glass Roof To Rotatable Seats: Here's A Peek Into Indian Railways' New Coaches
The new coach having features like glass roof, LED lights, rotable seats, GPS-based information system among others.
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Railways Aim To Save Rs 41,000 Crore On Energy Costs: Suresh Prabhu
The Minister said the railways is in the process of having ties ups with several state governments for creating rail infrastructure.
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33% Sub-Quota For Women In Railway Food Stalls: IRCTC
The new catering policy was launched recently by Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu as promised in the Rail Budget 2016-17.
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'Unusual' Activities Reported In Train Mishaps: Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu
Government today expressed serious concern over "unusual" activities reported in the past few days, saying that attempts were made to sabotage rail tracks and carry out explosions.
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Budget Is Growth Oriented, Adheres To Fiscal Prudence: Suresh Prabhu
There was no separate Rail Budget this time as it was merged with the General Budget under the government's agenda for reforms.
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Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu Flags Off Rail Line In Tripura
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on Tuesday flagged off a new rail line beyond Agartala - up to the southern temple city of Udaipur.
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India, Russia, Iran To Meet On North-South Corridor On November 23
India, Russia and Iran will hold a trilateral meeting on the International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC) on November 23 to make the 7,200-km-long ship, road, and rail route operational soon, an official statement said on Monday. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu, in a meeting with a Russian business delegation on raising i...
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After 23 Die In Mumbai Stampede, Rail Minister's 1-Week Deadline For Officials
Friday's deadly stampede that killed 23 people in Mumbai, many found pressing against the railings, has spurred the government into action. Hours later, Railways Minister Piyush Goyal ordered officials to cut the red tape and start working on shorter deadlines. The minister also told them to identify critical locations prone to similar tragedies. T...
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Cabinet Reshuffle On Sunday Morning, 8 Ministers Quit: 10 Points
A new Defence Minister is expected to be appointed on Sunday morning when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to revamp his cabinet in a big shake-up. Arun Jaitley will retain the Finance Ministry, sources said; he currently handles both key departments. The Prime Minister was still tweaking his list of new ministers till late on Friday night, s...
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Worried By Accidents, Railways Opts For More Power To Divisional Managers
Taking stock of the series of derailments this month, the draft report of a committee set up by Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu recommends that divisional railway managers (DRMs) be more empowered to take decisions, particularly in emergencies.
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Railways Launches 'SAARTHI' App, Solar Train: 10 Things To Know
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on Friday launched a new integrated mobile app "SAARTHI - synergised advanced application rail travel help and information" for passengers. This new app will allow passengers to book tickets, enquiry, on-board cleaning and ordering meal on a single platform. The new SAARTHI app also includes features such as safety fo...
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Government To Double/Triple 16,500 Km Rail Tracks: Suresh Prabhu
To fast-track creation of a robust infrastructure, the government has sanctioned plans for doubling and tripling of 16,500 km of railway tracks in few years as against only 22,000 km in last 70 years, Union Minister Suresh Prabhu said today.
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Approved. Suresh Prabhu Clears Rail Project In This State In 3 Minutes
A new railway line proposed by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik gets a nod from Railway minister Suresh Prabhu just three minutes after he presented it to the minister.
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I Voluntarily Gave Up Rail Budget, Says Suresh Prabhu
During an exclusive interaction with PTI, Mr Prabhu was talking about the vision for making the public transport more efficient and profitable.
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Check Train Delays Or Face Action: Rail Minister To Officials
With a number of complaints being received over late running of trains, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has cracked the whip on officials concerned, asking them to improve punctuality rate or "face action".
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Glass Roof To Rotatable Seats: Here's A Peek Into Indian Railways' New Coaches
The new coach having features like glass roof, LED lights, rotable seats, GPS-based information system among others.
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Railways Aim To Save Rs 41,000 Crore On Energy Costs: Suresh Prabhu
The Minister said the railways is in the process of having ties ups with several state governments for creating rail infrastructure.
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33% Sub-Quota For Women In Railway Food Stalls: IRCTC
The new catering policy was launched recently by Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu as promised in the Rail Budget 2016-17.
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'Unusual' Activities Reported In Train Mishaps: Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu
Government today expressed serious concern over "unusual" activities reported in the past few days, saying that attempts were made to sabotage rail tracks and carry out explosions.
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Budget Is Growth Oriented, Adheres To Fiscal Prudence: Suresh Prabhu
There was no separate Rail Budget this time as it was merged with the General Budget under the government's agenda for reforms.
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Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu Flags Off Rail Line In Tripura
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on Tuesday flagged off a new rail line beyond Agartala - up to the southern temple city of Udaipur.
