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Technical snag disrupts Kolkata Metro Green Line services for 30 minutes

Truncated services were run on the Howrah Maidan-Salt Lake Sector V corridor of Metro Railway Kolkata for half an hour on Thursday during peak office hours due to a technical snag, an official said. Services along the entire stretch resumed from 11 am after the technical problem was fixed by engineers, the Metro Railway spokesperson said. "Due to a technical problem, trains were run between Howrah Maidan-Esplanade and Sealdah-Salt Lake Sector V from 10:30 am to 11 am. After the glitches were rectified, the services resumed along the entire 16.6 km stretch, called the Green Line," he said. This is the second consecutive day that truncated services were run on the Green Line due to a technical glitch, less than a month after the full stretch was made operational. On Wednesday, a glitch was detected around 10.34 am, following which services were suspended on both lines, and services resumed on the Howrah Maidan-Sealdah section around 11.46 am. The snag was fully repaired, and the enti

Services hit on Delhi Metro's Yellow Line during peak morning hours

Metro services on a stretch of the Yellow Line from Vishwavidyalya to Central Secretariat were disrupted on Friday morning during peak office and school hours, causing inconvenience to thousands of commuters. According to officials, trains were running with delays between Vishwavidyalaya and Central Secretariat stations, while normal services were maintained across all other corridors of the network. Several passengers complained that the travel time from Vishwavidyalaya to GTB Nagar, which usually takes only a few minutes, stretched to nearly 50 minutes because of the disruption. Many said the delays left them struggling to reach offices and schools on time. DMRC said services were being gradually normalised and efforts were underway to restore smooth operations on the affected section.

Mamata to skip inauguration of Kolkata metro projects by PM Modi on Aug 22

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to skip the inauguration of three Kolkata metro projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 22, a top state government official said on Monday. Banerjee, during her tenure as the railway minister, had planned these metro projects, he claimed. The decision to skip the inauguration of the metro projects was taken in the backdrop of alleged harassment of migrants from West Bengal in the BJP-ruled states, he said. "There have been charges of linguistic discrimination and the harassment of the Bengalis in several states, with the alleged support of the BJP and the central government. Protests are underway to oppose such discriminatory treatment being meted out to Bengali migrants. In such a situation, the chief minister does not wish to share the stage with officials from the central government," the top bureaucrat told PTI. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, in a letter dated August 14, invited Banerjee to the inauguration of

Cabinet approves ₹3,626 cr Phase-2 expansion of Pune Metro Rail Project

The new Pune Metro corridors will cover 12.75 km, connecting suburbs like Wagholi and Chandani Chowk, with a projected ridership of 3.49 lakh by 2057

PM Modi to launch projects on 300th birth anniversary of Ahilyabai Holkar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take part in a Mahila Sashaktikaran Maha Sammelan' event in Bhopal on May 31 on the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary of legendary queen Ahilyabai Holkar, a senior official said on Friday. The PM will also virtually lay the foundation stone of various projects and inaugurate the Super Priority Corridor of Indore Metro, and airports in Datia and Satna on the occasion, he said. Ahilyabai Holkar, the revered queen of the Holkar dynasty in 18th-century Malwa, is remembered for her exceptional governance, commitment to social welfare, and contributions towards culture and spirituality. May 31st will be a historic day for Madhya Pradesh. A Mahila Sashaktikaran Maha Sammelan (women empowerment programme) will be organised at Jamboori Maidan in Bhopal on the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar in the presence of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the official said. In this event, Modi will inaugurate and perform ..

Not a dream, a destination: Building the new Bharat with power of the sun

The truth: Solar already powers metro trains, steel plants, and data centres. And it creates more jobs per megawatt than coal ever did

Tax benefits, infra boost outside metros drive a second home boom

Offering tax benefits for non-resident Indians and an appealing alternative to domestic buyers, these properties are increasingly seen as both a lifestyle upgrade and a strategic financial asset

BEML wins Rs 405 crore order for 42 more coaches from Bengaluru Metro

BEML Limited, a leading Rail and Defence company on Friday announced that it has been awarded an additional order of over Rs 405 crore by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited. This order includes supplying seven additional metro trains (42 cars) for the Bangalore Metro Rail Project Phase 2, bringing the total number of train sets under the contract from 53 to 60, it said. In a statement, the BEML Limited said, "Designed and developed entirely by BEML's in-house engineering teams in Bengaluru, these state-of-the-art driverless train sets feature a robust six-car formation. Constructed using high-tensile Austenitic stainless steel, the metro cars are engineered for enhanced durability, safety, and passenger comfort." According to the company, Each car is equipped with two roof-mounted Saloon Air Conditioners to ensure an optimal travel experience. The new metro trains will incorporate advanced technological systems, including an IP-based Passenger Announcement (PA) and Passenger

NCRTC to introduce co-working spaces at Ghaziabad Namo Bharat station

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation is set to launch Metro-Desk, a co-working space at the Ghaziabad Namo Bharat Station, an official statement said on Saturday. This initiative aims to transform transit spaces into business-friendly hubs, marking a first-of-its-kind coworking model within the Namo Bharat network, the statement read. Designed to cater to professionals, entrepreneurs and small businesses in Ghaziabad and nearby areas, the workspace will be located in the station's concourse area, it stated. It will feature 42 open workstations, 11 private cabins, and two meeting rooms, accommodating up to 42 individuals and 11 companies at a time, it read. It also mentioned that the facility will offer high-speed internet, plug-and-play workstations, and modern amenities to ensure seamless productivity. Ghaziabad Namo Bharat Station, positioned at Meerut Tiraha Mor, sits at the crossroads of the Ghaziabad-Meerut route and benefits from its proximity to Shahid Sthal De

Union minister urges state support to make India 2nd largest metro network

Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that he has been on record saying that whatever we wanted to do for Delhi in terms of improving transport facilities

Steel reinforcement cage for Metro pillar collapses in Mumbai, no injuries

The steel reinforcement cage for a pillar of the Thane-Wadala Metro Line 4 collapsed on the premises of a housing society in Mumbai, officials said on Friday. No one was injured in the accident that occurred around 11 pm on Thursday at Suman Nagar Junction in the Chunabhatti area, they said. According to an official, the 8-metre-high rebar reinforcement cage, secured with ropes tied to a concrete block, for pillar number 105C collapsed onto the compound wall of a housing society. No one was injured, but the metal sheet of the society's security cabin was damaged, said an official of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), adding that a team rushed to the spot for an inspection. MMRDA has ordered an independent investigation into the incident, which will be completed within two days, the official said. The General Consultant DBEngineering-Hill-LBG, a German and US company, will conduct the investigation, and necessary action will be taken, the official ...

Delhi Metro Phase 4 expansion: Full list of stations, routes, other details

By 2026, DMRC plans to add 44 new metro stations to its network under Phase 4, improving connectivity in strategic locations including the Noida Metro Aqua Line and Rapid Metro Gurugram

DMRC, NCRTC get record ridership, give driving training to women in 2024

The year 2024 saw both the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation make remarkable strides in advancing urban transportation infrastructure. While the DMRC achieved key breakthroughs, including the first twin tunnels under Phase-IV construction and the completion of an 865-metre underground tunnel between Chhatarpur and Chhatarpur Mandir Station, the NCRTC opened two major sections, signed crucial agreements, and was lauded by the German Ambassador who took a ride on its Namo Bharat train. Despite these advancements, the year was also marked by a tragic incident for the DMRC. On February 8, a portion of the Gokulpuri Metro Station on the Pink Line, located in northeast Delhi, collapsed, resulting in the death of a 53-year-old man and injuries to four others. In response, the DMRC carried out a thorough inspection and took corrective measures that included the removal of concrete structures and installation of stainless-steel railings at fi

Tokyo Metro likely to raise $2.3 billion in Japan's biggest IPO in 6 years

One of Tokyo's two major subway operators, Tokyo Metro is set to announce the pricing later today and list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on Oct 23

Mumbai's 1st underground Metro corridor opens, registers ridership of 8,532

Mumbai's first underground Metro corridor, the aqua line's phase-1, stretching from Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Aarey became operational for the public on Monday morning. A large number of people came to experience the ride on the first day as the service commenced at 11 am amid cheers from passengers. Later in the evening, officials said only 8,500 passengers used the financial capital's maiden underground metro for their commute on its inaugural day. The ridership for the first seven hours was much below the estimated 4 lakh commuters per day on which the financial model of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 has been based, sources said. Vaidehi More, a spokesperson for Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC), said 8,532 passengers used the Aqua line till 6 pm, seven hours after it started commercial operations. More, however, did not specify the reasons behind the poor ridership figures on the first day. Several Mumbaikars, excited about the first day travel, arrived at stations before ..

Mumbai's first underground Metro stretch from BKC to Aarey opens for public

Mumbai's first underground Metro corridor, the aqua line's phase-1, stretching from Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Aarey became operational for the public on Monday morning. A large number of people came to experience the ride on the first day of the BKC to Aarey stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 3. The Metro operation on the stretch commenced for the public at 11 am, amid cheers from passengers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the 12.69 km long phase-1 of the BKC to Aarey stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 3. He travelled from BKC to Santacruz and back during which he interacted with students, beneficiaries of the Maharashtra government's Ladki Bahin scheme and labourers involved in constructing the underground line. The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC), which is executing the 33.5-km-long Colaba-SEEPZ-Aarey JVLR project, has already notified that the regular operation of the Metro on the aqua line will commence from Tuesday. As per the notification, services will b

PM Modi shares memorable moments from Mumbai Metro journey after flag-off

In the video, the Prime Minister was pictured interacting with youth, labourers and other commuters during the metro journey

PM inaugurates Pune Metro section, lays foundation for various projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various projects of Rs 11,200 crore in Maharashtra via video conference. His visit to Pune scheduled on September 26 was cancelled due to heavy rains in the city. Prime Minister Modi virtually inaugurated the Pune Metro section from District Court to Swargate, which also marks the completion of the Pune Metro Rail Project (Phase-1). The cost of the underground section between District Court to Swargate is around Rs 1,810 crore, as per officials. Modi also laid the foundation stone for Swargate-Katraj extension of the Pune Metro Phase-1 to be developed at the cost of around Rs 2,955 crore. This southern extension of 5.46 km is completely underground with three stations, namely Market Yard, Padmavati and Katraj, according to officials. Modi also inaugurated Bidkin Industrial Area, a transformative project covering an expansive 7,855 acres under the National Industrial Corridor Development Program, .

Kolkata trams: From city lifeline to heritage relic and future symbol

151 years on, the ding-ding is fading; will nostalgia and activism keep the wheels turning?

PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Pune Swargate-Katraj metro line on Sept 29

Pune Swargate-Katraj metro line covers 5.464 km running through Market Yard (Gultekdi), Saibaba Nagar, and Katraj. More details here