Indian Railways
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train Suspended Till July 29 Amid Landslide Threats
Railway authorities have suspended the 8 AM Kalka-Shimla toy train till July 29 citing bad weather and landslide risks along the heritage track. The precautionary move faced criticism from passengers after earlier weather warnings and train cancellations proved unnecessary.
Human Trafficking: 163 minors rescued from train in major Katni RPF operation
Authorities intercepted the Patna-Purna Express following a tip-off, rescuing children aged 6 to 13 who were being illegally transported from Bihar to Maharashtra for forced labor; eight suspects have been taken into custody.
Indian Railways Shatters Records in a Year of Transformation
Indian Railways concluded a historic fiscal year with record-breaking 1,670 million tonnes of freight. Highlighting safety, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed the Kavach protection system now spans 3,100 kilometers, marking a massive leap in modernizing India’s vast rail infrastructure and logistics.
Foreign Tourists Charter Special Kalka-Shimla Toy Train for ₹1 Lakh to Experience UNESCO Heritage Route
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train: A group of 40 foreign tourists and NRIs recently chartered an exclusive Toy Train on the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla route for over ₹1 lakh. Discover how luxury heritage tourism is peaking in Himachal Pradesh as travelers enjoy the scenic Himalayan valleys in style.
