Indian railways to resume four long-distance train services from Jammu
Jammu, October 30,2025: In a move aimed at enhancing connectivity and passenger convenience, the Indian Railways has announced the resumption of four long-distance train services to and from Jammu. The decision comes as part of efforts to improve rail infrastructure and streamline travel options for commuters in Jammu and Kashmir. According to railway officials, the […]
Kashmir’s pride on track — 14,000 MTs of Apples ride the rails to India
Srinagar, October 30,2025:In a major boost to horticulture logistics and trade, more than 14,000 metric tonnes (MTs) of apples have been transported from Kashmir to various parts of the country through the Indian Railways network this season. The initiative has significantly streamlined the movement of the Valley’s premium produce, ensuring faster, cost-effective, and eco-friendly transportation. […]
Jammu division conducts Mega E-Auction to boost railway revenue in Kashmir valley
Srinagar, 25 September 2025:The Jammu Division of Indian Railways successfully conducted a mega e-auction for the allotment of stalls at various railway stations across the Kashmir Valley, aimed at boosting non-fare revenue and optimising railway assets. Organised under the leadership of Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (SDCM) Uchit Singhal, the auction witnessed active participation from bidders […]
Relief for J&K: First Local Train from Katra to Sangaldan Brings Hope Amid Highway Blockage
Relief for J&K: First Local Train from Katra to Sangaldan Brings Hope Amid Highway Blockage On the demand of State Administration, the Railway Board has started a passengers’ local train with five bogies from Katra to Sangaldan in Jammu & Kashmir. For five days, the local train will run at 8:40 am from Katra to […]
Kashmiri apples gain lifeline as railways launch special parcel vans to Delhi and Jammu
SRINAGAR, 11 September ,2025 — In a significant boost to Kashmir’s horticulture sector, Indian Railways launched two dedicated parcel vans on Thursday, September 11, 2025, to transport Kashmiri apples from Budgam station to Delhi and Jammu. This initiative aims to provide a faster, safer, and more reliable alternative to the Srinagar–Jammu National Highway (NH-44), which […]
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 […]
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 […]
Kashmir Traders Hail Vande Bharat Trains: A Historic Step Towards All-Weather Connectivity
Kashmir Traders Hail Vande Bharat Trains: A Historic Step Towards All-Weather Connectivity President Traders Association, Lal Chowk, Jitender Singh said he was grateful to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for this initiative of starting Vande Bharat trains. The traders community were long awaiting this move. He said now the government should start goods train […]
Kashmir Traders Hail Vande Bharat Trains: A Historic Step Towards All-Weather Connectivity
Kashmir Traders Hail Vande Bharat Trains: A Historic Step Towards All-Weather Connectivity President Traders Association, Lal Chowk, Jitender Singh said he was grateful to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for this initiative of starting Vande Bharat trains. The traders community were long awaiting this move. He said now the government should start goods train […]