August 9, 2026 1:03 PM

India, Russia step up industrial cooperation; Vande Bharat, SJ-100, critical minerals on agenda

India and Russia reviewed and explored ways to expand cooperation in railways, aerospace, critical minerals, fertilizers, mining and advanced technologies at the 12th Session of the India-Russia Working Group on Modernization and Industrial Cooperation held in New Delhi on Friday. The meeting, held under the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation, reviewed progress made since the 11th session and discussed collaboration across various...

November 25, 2024 11:12 PM

Cabinet approves ₹7,927 crore multitracking projects to boost rail connectivity

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three major multitracking projects for Indian Railways at a cost of approximately ₹7,927 crore. The initiative aims to enhance rail connectivity, reduce congestion, and contribute to economic growth. The projects include the Jalgaon-Manmad 4th Line (160 km), Bhusawal-Khandwa 3rd & 4th Line (131 km), and Prayagraj (Iradatganj)-Manikpur 3rd Line (84 km), covering a total length of 639 km. These ...