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Railways to end colonial-era khalasi system, says no to fresh appointments
In an order issued on August 6, the Railway Board has said the issue regarding telephone attendant-cum-dak khalasis (TADKs) is under review
 "Railways to end colonial-era khalasi system, says no to fresh appointments")
Merger of 8 Railways cadres into IRMS likely to be completed by November
In December 2019, the Union Cabinet approved the restructuring of the national carrier by trimming the Railway Board's strength to - half - from eight to four - and unifying its eight railway service
 "Merger of 8 Railways cadres into IRMS likely to be completed by November")
Railways to start first 'Kisan Rail' from Devlali to Danapur on Friday
The train will provide a seamless supply chain of perishable produce. This train is a step towards realising the goal of doubling farmers' incomes by 2022
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Announced in Budget 2020, Kisan Rail to begin services from Friday
The train will reach Danapur at 6.45 pm on the next day, covering 1,519 km in 31.45 hours
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DoT willing to give 5 MHz from premium band to Railways, but for a price
Dept wants Railways to use the airwaves for non-commercial purpose and meet its remaining needs through the delicensed spectrum
 "DoT willing to give 5 MHz from premium band to Railways, but for a price")
Railways changes freight policy, announces incentives to boost economy
With an aim to boost economic activities in the country during unlock 3.0, the Indian Railways is offering a slew of incentives, including 50% concession in terminal access charges for covered wagons
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Many weekly indicators turn positive as economy prepares for Unlock 3.0
The central government has suggested more opening up from first week of August
 "Many weekly indicators turn positive as economy prepares for Unlock 3.0")
Dedicated Freight Corridor braves Covid, completes 17% planned expenditure
DFC employed over 22,000 people during lockdown. For 2020-21, total capex lined up for project is Rs 11,344 cr, up 13% from Rs 10,034 cr during 2019-20
 "Dedicated Freight Corridor braves Covid, completes 17% planned expenditure")
Pradhan urges for inauguration of Haridaspur Rail line in presence of PM
he Paradip-Haridaspur new rail Line project has recently reached its final stage of completion
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Bio-toilets, Venturi system installed in all East Coast Railway coaches
Bio-toilets convert human waste into water and bio-gasses
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Market Ahead, July 29: Top factors that could guide markets today
The expiry of derivative contracts of the July series tomorrow may keep today's session volatile
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Railways staring at Rs 35,000-40,000 crore drop in earnings this fiscal
The railways has inched ahead of 2019's freight loading by managing to load 3.13 MT of goods on July 27 as compared to 3.12 MT on the same date last year
Indian Railways logs higher freight loading in a first for FY21
The national transporter handled 3.13 million tonnes (mt) freight on July 27, up 0.3 per cent compared to 3.12 mt on the same day last financial year.
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Railways to insert clause in procurement process to promote local vendors
During the meeting, Goyal urged to take measures to generate confidence in industry of corruption free and transparent procurement environment on Indian Railways
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Goyal slams Rahul, says those who looted country describe subsidy as profit
On Saturday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of benefitting by making profits during the coronavirus-induced lockdown when people were in trouble
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Rahul Gandhi accuses govt of benefitting by making profits during lockdown
He tagged a news report that claimed the Indian Railways was making profit by running 'Shramik trains' for transporting migrants during the pandemic
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Three ways in which private train operations will benefit Indian Railways
These three issues would also be key concerns for bidders, whose interest after the shortlisting stage will depend on how much assurance Indian Railways is able to provide on these
In pics: No more long queues, Railways plans QR-enabled tickets
The onboard ticket-checking staff will get updated with the all the passenger-related information, simultaneously
 "In pics: No more long queues, Railways plans QR-enabled tickets")
Indian Railways to cover all wagons under RFID for tracking by 2022
The Indian Railways on Thursday said that it will use radio-frequency identification tags (RFID) for tracking of all wagons by 2022
Indian Railways all set to overhaul its age-old signalling system
The Indian Railways is replacing its outdated signalling system with the latest automated train protection technologies
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