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(16 articles)Indian Railways Freight Hits 135M Tonnes in September: 6.1% YoY Growth
Indian Railways achieved 135.35 million tonnes of freight loading in September 2026, representing 6.14% growth compared to the same month in 2025. This performance reflects broad-based strength across
Indian Railways Eyes 264M Tonne Freight Target with Expanded Rail Services
South Central Railway (SCR) and IIM Bangalore are conducting a comprehensive freight market study to unlock growth opportunities and achieve a combined 264 million tonne loading target by 2030. The re
Indian Railways Adds 5 New Freight Terminals in Gujarat
Indian Railways has launched an infrastructure modernization initiative in Gujarat by establishing five new Goods Collection Terminals (GCTs), marking a strategic expansion of the nation's rail-based
Indian Railways Boosts Freight Capacity with 5.4% Growth
Indian Railways demonstrated robust operational growth in August 2026, achieving a 5.4% increase in freight loading compared to the same period in 2025. This expansion reflects the railway operator's
Indian Railways to Build 6 Freight Lines Via PPP Model
Indian Railways has announced a landmark initiative to develop six dedicated freight corridors in partnership with private firms using hybrid funding structures. This represents a strategic shift towa
Indian Railways Deploys 360-TEU Double-Stack Train on JNPT-Vadodara Route
Indian Railways has successfully operated a double-stack long-haul train service moving 360 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) from Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) to Vadodara, marking a significa
Amazon Expands Indian Railways Partnership on Western Dedicated Freight Corridor
Amazon India has significantly expanded its operational footprint by launching new freight services on the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) in partnership with Indian Railways. This strategic
Indian Railways Freight Volume Surges 9% to 141.3 Million Tonnes
Indian Railways reported a significant 9% year-over-year increase in freight loading, reaching 141.3 million tonnes (MT) in July 2026. This uptick reflects sustained momentum in domestic freight opera
India's Vande Bharat Freight Train Reaches 145 km/h in Speed Trials
India's inaugural Vande Bharat Freight Train has successfully achieved speeds of 145 km/h during initial trials conducted by the Railway Design Standards Organization (RDSO) in Kota, marking a signifi
CILT India Highlights Railways' Role in Economic Growth Strategy
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) India has positioned railways as a cornerstone of India's economic growth strategy, presenting this perspective at FICCI's Future Rail India 2
Indian Railways Invests Rs. 440 Cr to Expand Eastern Freight Lines
Indian Railways has approved a substantial Rs. 440 crore investment to expand rail lines in the Eastern Belt, signaling a strategic commitment to enhancing heavy freight and mineral logistics capacity
Indian Railways Reform Could Revolutionize Supply Chain Infrastructure
Indian Railways is pursuing significant structural reforms aimed at modernizing its freight and passenger infrastructure delivery capabilities. This initiative represents a pivotal moment for South As
Indian Railways Launches Eight New Freight Reforms Under 'Reform Express'
Indian Railways has announced eight new freight reforms under its 'Reform Express' initiative, expanding its reform portfolio to 17 measures aimed at modernizing and improving the efficiency of rail f
Indian Railways Modernizes Freight Network With Private Investment Push
Indian Railways is pursuing a strategic modernization initiative centered on freight logistics expansion and attracting private investment to bolster its domestic freight network. This reform effort r
Indian Railways Tightens Contractor Rules, Mandates Covered Fly Ash Transport
Indian Railways has introduced tightened procurement and operational norms for project contractors, with particular emphasis on environmental compliance and asset management. The initiative includes m
Indian Railways Freight Surges: Multi-Sector Demand Reshapes Logistics
Indian Railways is experiencing robust freight growth, signaling sustained demand for rail-based logistics solutions across multiple industry sectors. This positive momentum reflects a structural shif