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Indian Coast Guard inducts first made-in-India hovercraft H-561; Watch video

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Indian Coast Guard inducts first made-in-India hovercraft H-561; Watch video

3 min readJun 19, 2026 11:24 AM IST Indian Railways is planning a new transport network for fly ash (Image: Ministry of Railways)Indian Railways fly ash transportation: The Ministry of Railways is planning a dedicated logistics network to transport nearly 340 million tonnes of fly ash generated annually by thermal power plants across the country. At present, Indian Railways transports only about 13 million tonnes of fly ash annually. On Thursday, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw held a high-level meet at Rail Bhawan to review plans for enabling the large-scale transportation of fly ash through the rail network. What is fly ash Fly ash is one of the largest by-product of thermal power generation, poses both an environmental challenge and an economic opportunity. While it requires safe and sustainable management, fly ash also holds significant potential as a valuable resource for the infrastructure and industrial sectors.According to the national transporter, the aim is to transport fly ash from thermal power plants to industries where it can be used for road construction, brick manufacturing, cement production and other infrastructure projects nationwide. “Nearly 340 million tonnes of fly ash is generated every year from thermal power plants. For decades, this grey burden sat heavy around the smokestacks. Now, Indian Railways is changing that through a green initiative, creating a dedicated logistics network of specialised containers and rail corridors. This network will transport the waste material from where it is generated to where it is needed,” it said. The wider transportation and utilisation of fly ash is expected to reduce pollution, promote the recycling of industrial waste and lower the cost of construction materials, including bricks and cement. According to NTPC (2025), 32 per cent of the fly ash generated in 2024-25 was utilised in road and flyover construction, followed by 27 per cent in the cement industry and 14 per cent in brick and tile manufacturing. Backfilling and mine filling accounted for 11 per cent and 10 per cent, respectively, while the agriculture sector and ready-mix concrete (RMC) together represented only 1-2 per cent of total utilisation. Fly ash transportation by Railways According to Railways, specially designed containers will be developed to enable seamless movement between trains and road trailers, facilitating efficient door-to-door logistics. The containers support mechanised loading and unloading, while minimising spillage and reducing handling and packaging losses compared to conventional bagged transportation methods.Story continues below this ad Customised containers for fly ash transportation (Image: Ministry of Railways) Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More Tags: Ashwini Vaishnaw Indian Railways Indian Railways news logistics Ministry of Railways Railwa

New suburban railway station between Thane and Mulund? Railways’ big move may finally ease the Central line rush

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New suburban railway station between Thane and Mulund? Railways’ big move may finally ease the Central line rush

3 min readMay 23, 2026 04:27 PM IST Tambaram station modernisation under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (Image: RLDA/ Photo enhanced using AI)Redevelopment of Tambaram railway station: The Ministry of Railways has ramped up the redevelopment work of Tamil Nadu’s Tambaram railway station. The station’s modernisation is underway under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The station falls under the administrative control of Chennai Division of Southern Railway (SR) zone. “Chennai Division of Southern Railway is rapidly advancing major passenger infrastructure augmentation works at Tambaram Railway Station under a comprehensive modernization plan valued at approximately Rs 24 crore,” the release said. About Tambaram railway station in Tamil Nadu The Tambaram railway station is Chennai’s third major terminal after Chennai Central and Chennai Egmore. It handles nearly 1.67 lakh passengers daily, including suburban commuters, long-distance and interstate travellers. As one of the country’s busiest railway terminals, Tambaram station has emerged as an important mobility hub in the Chennai suburban network. The history of Tambaram railway station dates back to 1931. According to Southern Railway, the work for suburban train services started in 1928 and became operation in 1931 between Chennai Beach and Tambaram with Electric suburban train services. Redevelopment of Tambaram railway station In a statement, A Elumalai, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Chennai Division, said that as part of the ongoing redevelopment work, a new 8-metre-wide Foot Over Bridge (FOB) connecting the eastern and western sides of the station across all 10 platforms has been commissioned. He added that the facility has been designed to ease congestion, improve inter-platform movement and ensure smoother passenger dispersal during peak hours. “The existing FOB will continue to function alongside the new bridge to distribute passenger flow effectively,” he said. As part of the makeover plan, Tambaram railway station will be equipped with nine lifts and 10 escalators across its platforms. To enhance passenger amenities, several facilities have been planned, including additional road access to the new 8-metre-wide Foot Over Bridge (FOB), a circulating area with parking on the west side, shelters and coach guidance boards on the platforms.Story continues below this ad “Execution at Tambaram Railway Station is technically challenging due to continuous suburban and long-distance train operations. All works are being carried out in a live operational environment without disruption to train services, requiring phased execution, strict safety protocols and coordinated inter-departmental planning,” the railway official said. Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Ser

Southern Railway’s traction distribution assets register best-ever performance in 2025-26; minimal disruption on electrified routes

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Southern Railway’s traction distribution assets register best-ever performance in 2025-26; minimal disruption on electrified routes

Personnel using a tower car to inspect and maintain the power traction lines in the Southern Railway network. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Southern Railway achieved a significant milestone in 2025–26 with its Traction Distribution (TRD) assets registering their best-ever performance, reflecting a sharp improvement in reliability and maintenance standards across the zone.SR’s Senior Public Relations Officer D. Omprakash said: “Southern Railway recorded just three asset failures during the financial year 2025–26, a noteworthy reduction from 13 failures reported in 2024–25, translating into a 77% improvement. This performance places Southern Railway among the best performing zones in TRD asset management.” Published - May 05, 2026 02:23 pm IST

Railways Minister flags off first Jammu-Srinagar direct train service on ‘historic day’

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Railways Minister flags off first Jammu-Srinagar direct train service on ‘historic day’

Terming it ‘India’s first experience with railway operations at such high altitudes,’ Ashwini Vaishnaw calls it a ‘gamechanger for the region’s economy’

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