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Manish Thaplyal takes over as DRM, Thiruvananthapuram division

Manish Thaplyal assumed office as Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Thiruvananthapuram Division in Southern Railway

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The whereabouts of Mr. Wood

Searching for ancestors? V. Sriram explores the story of Percy Charles Wood, an Anglo-Indian railway worker in Perambur, India in 1929.

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RTI reply on line doubling between Mangaluru Central and Mangaluru Junction Stations amuses patrons

Southern Railway’s Palakkad Division claims that the Mangaluru Central-Junction line is already doubled, though 1 km stretch is still single. Patrons have been demanding doubling of the line to operate more trains towards Bengaluru and Mumbai. Railways say there is no need for doubling as of now due to lack…

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Cyclone Michaung | Southern Railway cancels 69 long-distance train but resumes suburban train services in Chennai

Southern Railway cancels 69 long-distance trains due to Cyclone Michaung, terminates 13, diverts 2, re-schedules 1 & partially cancels 2. 360+ services cancelled from Dec 2-6. Suburban train services resumed from MMC towards Avadi, Tiruvallur & Arakkonam. Chennai Beach-Gummidipoondi services also resumed. Suburban train services on Chennai Beach-Tambaram-Chengalpattu & Chintadripet-Velachery…

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Cyclone Michaung | Southern Railway cancels train services

Due to heavy rains & water logging, Southern Railway has cancelled long-distance train services & suspended suburban train operations. A passenger special will be operated every hour in all sections. Brindavan Express & Mumbai CST-Dr MGR Chennai Central Express partially cancelled.

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Cyclone Michaung: Heavy rain in Tamil Nadu; Many express trains cancelled, water level breaches danger mark

Eleven express trains from Chennai Central were cancelled on Monday after the water level reached the danger mark at Bridge No. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Southern Railway simplifies process for approval of packaged products to be sold at railway stations

Southern Railway: Pioneering initiative simplifies approval process for PAD & PDW products sold at static stalls. Walk-in basis for manufacturers & franchisees to seek approval throughout the year, promoting dynamic business environment. #EaseOfDoingBusiness #SouthernRailway

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Get a flight-like feel on Vande Bharat soon

Railways rolls out Yatri Seva Anubandh pilot project for Vande Bharat trains to upgrade passenger services, offering concierge services, infotainment, quality food, travel essentials. Pilot project in Southern Railway covering 6 pairs of Vande Bharat Express trains

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Palakkad Division wins Interdivisional Football Tournament

Palakkad Division won the Interdivisional Football Tournament 2023 organised by Southern Railway Sports Association (SRSA) Thiruvananthapuram Division at Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education (LNCPE) Karyavattom.

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Forum to resume protests against SilverLine semi-high-speed rail project in Kerala

This comes in the wake of a State committee meeting of the samiti held at Thiruvananthapuram on Friday. It was decided to hold zonal-level marches, dharnas, and discussions across Kerala this month in order to create awareness about the ‘real intentions’ behind the project.

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Railways to focus on ensuring smooth operations of Vande Bharat

Southern Railway focuses on passenger grievances, rectifies issues quickly. Over 80,902 grievances redressed, 99.98% disposal rate, 10 min response time. #VandeBharat #SouthernRailway #RailMadad #Grievances #PassengerFeedback

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MP seeks steps to bring down rush in north Kerala trains

Southern Railway General Manager R.N. Singh assured Kozhikode MP M.K. Raghavan that steps would be taken to address travelling woes of train passengers in north Kerala. Raghavan requested advancing 16610 Kozhikode Express, stopping Parasuram Express in Kozhikode, delaying Mangaluru-Kozhikode Passenger, restoring Thrissur-Kozhikode Passenger, extending MEMUs in north Kerala, extending 16511/12…

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Southern Railway asks Station Masters not to communicate with Loco Pilots unnecessarily over walkie-talkie

Southern Railway orders Station Masters not to engage Loco Pilots in unnecessary communication on walkie-talkie to avoid distraction. Warns of action against erring staff. Comes days after train accident in Andhra Pradesh. Investigation to be done by Commissioner of Railway Safety.

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Southern Railway assures Madras High Court of installing CCTV cameras in all 442 railway stations in Tamil Nadu by July 2024

PIL on Swathi murder after Southern Railway submits timeline for CCTV surveillance in TN stations. Southern Railway to provide CCTV surveillance in all 442 TN stations by July 2024. Police have installed CCTV cameras in important traffic junctions & other strategic locations. Railway Board sanctioned ₹75 crore for the project.…

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Despite opposition, Southern Railway unveils plans to redevelop heritage railway stations in Nilgiris

Southern Railway to redevelop Udhagamandalam and Coonoor railway stations, providing modern amenities to passengers and tourists. Both stations to be upgraded with wider traffic lanes, pedestrian paths, vehicle parking, landscaping, lighting, modern interiors, waiting halls, toilets, facilities for people with disabilities, passenger info systems, train indication boards, CCTV cameras. Conservationists…

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Madras High Court orders demolition of Vilayattu Vinayagar Temple at Ranganathan Street junction in Chennai

Madras HC permits GCC, Southern Railway to demolish Vilayattu Vinayagar Temple on govt land; orders idols to be shifted to another place within 15 days. GCC plans to build skywalk, staircase & escalator. Temple & tenants' writ petitions dismissed; temple argued no authority over govt property, but Bench refused to…

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Vande Bharat services have not affected other trains, claim Railways

The operation of a pair of Vande Bharat trains in Kerala has not adversely impacted the punctuality of other trains running in the State, Southern Railway has said in a press release,

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Protests flare up over move to close Goods Shed road in Kottayam

Residents thwart attempt to close road near railway station; DRM to review plan in early next month.

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Discussions on about relocation of offices at Kozhikode Railway station

Southern Railway team visits Kozhikode Station to discuss proposed renovation. 90% of existing buildings to be demolished. Cost of ₹472.96 crore for biggest station development in State. Plan includes two four-storey terminals, 43m concourse, 12m bridges, five apartment complexes, one roof for offices, parking plazas, STPs, sky walks, escalators.

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Ernakulam–Dhanbad one-way special train on October 20 to clear Pooja festival rush

Southern Railway to run 06077 Ernakulam-Dhanbad Festival Special on Oct 20. Leaves Ernakulam 11.55 p.m., arrives Dhanbad 11 p.m. Oct 23.

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Kumbakonam railway station to have lounges, eateries as part of redevelopment plan

DPR for Kumbakonam station, one of the major stations in Tiruchi Division, is being prepared. Cost of redevelopment estimated at ₹200 crore. Projects planned include separate departure/arrival plaza, lush green landscaping, ticket vending machines, retiring rooms, paid lounge, ramp, shelter coverage, food/beverage outlets, baggage scanners, lifts, multi-level parking, waiting halls,…

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Southern Railway withdraws plan to have single crew for high-speed trains

Southern Railway withdraws plan to introduce single crew on high-speed trains due to safety issues and difficulties faced by Loco Pilots. Meeting with SRMU representatives led to decision to call off plan. Violation of HOER norms, lack of time for nature's call & food, and health risks for senior Loco…

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Ahead of northeast monsoon, key vehicular subway in Arakkonam being spruced up to prevent inundation

RANIPET: Subway near Arakkonam railway station spruced up to prevent flooding during monsoon. Built in 1865, it allows only light vehicles. Connects northern and southern parts of town. Joint inspection by civic body and Southern Railway identified black spots. Storm water drains being desilted, inlets cleaned, 700m drain connected to…

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Southern Railway plans to deploy single crew in Vande Bharat, Tejas

Southern Railway plans single crew for high-speed trains, raising safety concerns among loco pilots due to long working hours without breaks. Familiarisation issues and fatigue increase risk of human error, but final decision yet to be taken.

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Central railway station awarded platinum shield by IGBC for energy conservation measures

.Dr. MGR Chennai Central railway station awarded Platinum certificate by IGBC for becoming net zero energy building. SR GM R.N. Singh received IGBC shield from Ajith Kumar Chordia. Station retro-fitted with LED bulbs, BLDC fans, water recycling plant, saving ₹10.75 crore annually, preventing 3,24,400 kg carbon emission. SR celebrated Gandhi…

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