Indian Railways accelerates track modernisation, boosts safety and high-speed operations

January 18, 2026 5:20 PM

Indian Railways accelerates track modernisation, boosts safety and high-speed operations

Indian Railways has made significant strides in modernising its track infrastructure and strengthening safety standards, driven by sustained investment and focused execution over the past decade. According to the Ministry of Railways, the efforts have resulted in safer, faster and more reliable train operations across large parts of the national rail network. In the financial year 2024-25, Indian Railways completed track renewal over 6,851 kilometres. The momentum continues in the current finan...

Dense fog disrupts air and rail services across north India; 128 flights cancelled at Delhi airport

December 29, 2025 2:49 PM

Dense fog disrupts air and rail services across north India; 128 flights cancelled at Delhi airport

Flight and train operations across several parts of the country were severely disrupted on Monday as dense fog reduced visibility, leaving thousands of passengers stranded at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport. At Delhi airport alone, a total of 128 flights were cancelled, including 64 arrivals and 64 departures. Additionally, eight flights were diverted, while over 30 flights were delayed as visibility dropped sharply to around 125 metres, significantly hampering flight moveme...