Amid the challenges posed during relief and rescue work in the wake of train tragedy in Odisha's Balasore, Sanchar Saathi portal, a recent initiative of Telecom Ministry, proved to be of a lot of help in identifying the details of passengers who had died, sources said
Among these projects, the Karachi Circular Railway is a notable example, having been announced on seven separate occasions but still needing to be completed.
Within hours of the accident union, Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw was on the ground. While he traversed through the accident site, understanding the technicalities of the accident, and of course monitoring the rescue and relief operations, it was not without a plan.
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) on Tuesday announced the 'Royal Rajasthan Bharat Gaurav Special Tourist Train' tour package under "Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat" initiative for the festive season of Durga Puja.
The Opposition has strongly condemned the government's safety assertions regarding the Kavach system, particularly in light of the tragic Odisha train accident that claimed the lives of over 270 individuals and left nearly 1000 injured.
Meanwhile, Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia, who have been leading the protest against the country's wrestling federation Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, have resumed their duties in the Railways.
Days after the Odisha triple train tragedy, former Prime Minister and JD (S) Chief HD Devegowda on Tuesday said Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishanw is working tirelessly.
Konkan Railway will follow Monsoon Time Table from Saturday (10 June 2023), said Indian Railways. The change in timings will apply to trains originating (starting station) from 10 June 2023 and this will continue till 31 October 2023.
South Eastern Railway has denied reports that a loco pilot died in the triple train accident is Balasore and said that he is stable and undergoing treatment in a hospital in Bhubaneswar.