Source: LM Context: The Central Government has granted Navratna status to IRCTC and IRFC, making them the 25th and 26th Navratna CPSEs in India. About Navratna Status: What is Navratna Status? Navratna is a prestigious classification for Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) demonstrating exceptional financial and operational performance. It grants greater investment autonomy and decision-making …
Source: IE Context: The Union Cabinet recently approved splitting the Waltair Railway Division. This division is one of the highest revenue zones for Indian Railways. The split will create the new South Coast Railway Zone (SCoR). About South Coast Railway Zone (SCoR): Established in: 2025 (approved by the Union Cabinet on February 7, 2025). Headquarters: …
Source: PIB Context: Indian Railways has launched the ‘SwaRail’ SuperApp in beta testing, integrating multiple railway services into a single platform to enhance user convenience and reduce app clutter. About SuperApp ‘SwaRail’: What it is: A one-stop solution offering comprehensive railway services, including ticket booking, PNR enquiries, food ordering, and freight services. Ministry: Ministry of Railways. Developed …
Source: DD News Context: The Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of the Anji Khad Bridge , India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge. This structure, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project, addresses connectivity challenges in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir About Anji Khad Bridge: Located in: Reasi district, …
Source: ET Context: Prime Minister will inaugurate the newly established Jammu Railway Division, fulfilling a long-standing demand for better rail management in India’s northernmost region. About Railway Division: What it is: A railway division is an administrative unit under Indian Railways, managing operations, maintenance, and infrastructure within its jurisdiction. Organizational Hierarchy: Indian Railways has 19 …
Source: News9Live Context: India’s first hyperloop test track, a collaboration between Indian Railways, IIT-Madras, and TuTr Hyperloop, was inaugurated at IIT-Madras’ Discovery Campus in Chennai. About Hyperloop: What is Hyperloop? A high-speed transport system where pods travel inside low-pressure vacuum tubes, achieving speeds comparable to aircraft. Operates using magnetic levitation and propulsion, eliminating the need …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 2 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: TNIE Context: Indian Railways has launched the AI-powered Linen Inspection and Sorting Assistant (LISA) system to enhance the quality and hygiene of linens provided to passengers in air-conditioned coaches. About LISA System: What it is: LISA is an AI-based automation system designed for inspecting and sorting linens like bed sheets and towels used in …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: TOI Context: India’s first vertical-lift Pamban Bridge aims to boost connectivity between Rameswaram and Tamil Nadu. However, safety concerns and planning lapses raised by the CRS have drawn scrutiny. About Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS): Role: Ensures the safety of rail travel and operations as outlined in the Railways Act, 1989. Responsibilities: Investigates train …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 6 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Railway Infrastructure Source: IE Context: As India’s economy grows, dedicated freight corridors are proving instrumental in boosting the Railways’ revenue and contributing to GDP growth, with significant impacts on freight efficiency, connectivity, and infrastructure development. What are Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs)? DFCs are specialized railway tracks designed solely for freight transport. These corridors, utilizing …
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Topic: Indian Economy: Infrastructure 5. What are the safety challenges faced by Indian Railways? How can AI and other measures help mitigate these challenges? (250 words) Difficulty level: Easy Reference: The Hindu, Insights IAS Why the question: Despite improvements, Indian Railways continues to face safety challenges, highlighted by recent accidents. There is a need to …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Economy: Railways Source: HT Context: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reported that in the fiscal year 2021-22, the financial health of Indian Railways entered a “concern zone.” Key findings of the CAG: For Challenges hindering the development of Railways in India: Click Here Key recommendations from Vivek Debroy’s …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Economy: Infrastructure Source: BS Context: The launch of the Vande Bharat trains has received attention, but overall improvements in railway services are necessary. Challenges hindering the development of Railways in India: Congested networks: Overstretched infrastructure with 60% plus routes being more than 100 per cent utilized, leading to a …
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GS Paper 3: Topics Covered: Infrastructure- Energy. Context: To tap the huge potential of tourism, the Railways has announced the ‘Bharat Gaurav’ Scheme. About the Bharat Gaurav Scheme: Under this Scheme, theme-based tourist circuit trains, on the lines of the Ramayana Express, can be run either by private or State-owned operators. Key features …
Context: A surprising feature of the post-Budget discourse in Parliament and in the media these past few weeks has been the total absence of one topic: Railways. Apparently, the understated objective of doing away with a separate Budget for the Railways, namely, shifting the spotlight away from it, has been handsomely achieved. However, sweeping …
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