Northern Railway’s Jammu division completes one year, marks historic milestones
Jammu,January 5,2026-The Jammu Division of Northern Railway has completed one year of operations in 2025, achieving several historic milestones that are set to transform connectivity, tourism, and the economy in Jammu and Kashmir. Key achievements include the inauguration of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (#USBRL), operationalization of iconic bridges over the Chenab and Anji rivers, and […]
Wheels on rails: Maruti Suzuki’s historic drive to Kashmir via train
Anantnag, October 3, 2025 – In a groundbreaking development for India’s automotive logistics and regional connectivity, Maruti Suzuki India Limited has become the nation’s first car manufacturer to transport vehicles to the Kashmir Valley via Indian Railways. The maiden freight train, carrying over 100 passenger cars, arrived at the newly inaugurated Anantnag railway terminal in Jammu […]
J&K people said: Happy Birthday, Modiji! Your vision brought dignity, development & hope to villages
J&K people said: Happy Birthday, Modiji! Your vision brought dignity, development & hope to villages Residents of Jammu & Kashmir voiced heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday, praising the Ayushman Bharat Golden Card scheme for transforming healthcare access for the poor. Villagers recalled days when even a hospital ticket was […]
Indian Army’s first freight train delivers winter supplies, boosts Kashmir’s economy
Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – The Indian Army has achieved a significant milestone by operating its first dedicated freight train, transporting 753 metric tonnes of essential supplies from Banihal Dry Port near Samba to Anantnag via the newly operational Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL). This marks a major step in ensuring reliable logistics for troops stationed in […]
Vande Bharat Express: Lifeline for Kashmir commuters amid landslides and heavy rains
SRINAGAR, 5 September 2025 — As heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides disrupt road connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir, particularly along National Highway 44, the Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a vital lifeline for commuters traveling between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of India. Launched on June 6, 2025, by Prime Minister Narendra […]
Reasi, J&K: Massive Tiranga Rally held near Chenab Bridge ahead of Independence Day
REASI, August 14, 2025 – In a vibrant display of patriotism, local residents and students in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir, organized a grand Tiranga rally near the iconic Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge, on August 13, 2025, in anticipation of India’s 79th Independence Day. The event, featuring a 750-meter-long Tricolour, symbolized national pride […]
Mega Tiranga rally at LoC Teetwal celebrates national pride with 1.5 km National Flag
Kupwara, August 9, 2025 – In a vibrant display of patriotism and national unity, a massive Tiranga Rally was held in Teetwal, near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative. The rally featured a 1.5-kilometer-long National Flag, symbolizing the unbreakable spirit of India, carried by over 3,000 participants, including students, locals, officials, and activists. […]
Historic milestone: First freight train arrives at Anantnag goods shed in Kashmir valley
Srinagar, August 9, 2025 – In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s connectivity, the first-ever freight train reached the newly commissioned Anantnag Goods Shed in the Kashmir Valley from Rupnagar, Punjab, on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This historic event marks a significant step in integrating the Kashmir region with India’s national freight network, promising reduced […]
USBRL Project: Transforming Jammu and Kashmir with connectivity and eco-safeguards
On August 7, 2025, the Government of India highlighted the transformative impact of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a 272-km engineering marvel that has revolutionized connectivity, socio-economic development, and eco-safeguards in Jammu and Kashmir. Fully commissioned in June 2025, the project, declared a National Project in 2002, connects Udhampur, Reasi, Ramban, Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, and Baramulla districts, integrating the […]
Rail network in J&K gets major upgrade
Srinagar, July 28 — The railway infrastructure in Jammu & Kashmir is undergoing a rapid transformation, with significant strides made in track maintenance, passenger amenities, and modernisation of coach overhaul systems. This upgrade marks a major leap in the Union Territory’s journey towards seamless connectivity and economic growth. Officials from the Northern Railway confirmed that […]