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Pakistan

Pakistan, Russia in talks to launch pilot freight train

The proposed corridor would stretch a little over 7,000 kilometers

Published 26 Sep, 2025 04:28pm

Pakistan

Railways hikes fares for express, freight trains and saloon coaches

Fare increase effective from June 20, aims at covering operational costs

Published 18 Jun, 2025 02:58pm

Pakistan

Pakistan express derails between Mubarakpur and Kalanchwala

Operations for other trains temporarily suspended

Published 01 Jun, 2025 12:07pm

Pakistan

One killed as Khanewal railway bridge collapse; minister orders inquiry and suspensions

Over three railway officials were suspended with immediate effect

Published 30 May, 2025 12:02pm

Pakistan

Over 25 people injured in train accident

Rail traffic between Sahianwala and Salarwala was completely suspended due to damage

Published 21 May, 2025 01:54pm

Pakistan

Two bogies of Allama Iqbal Express derail at Khanewal Junction

No injuries or damage were reported in incident

Published 07 Apr, 2025 02:40pm

Pakistan

Bolan Mail denied permission to proceed to Quetta amid security concerns

Bolan Mail had been suspended for several days, and officials had decided to resume services just a day earlier

Published 01 Apr, 2025 09:59pm

Pakistan

Pakistan Railways announces schedule for Eid ul-Fitr trains

Govt announced public holidays for Eid ul-Fitr from March 31 to April 2

Published 20 Mar, 2025 03:07pm

Pakistan

Ground Report: Jaffar Express attack in Bolan leaves train severely damaged

Dozens of terrorists launch assault from mountain areas

Updated 15 Mar, 2025 11:50pm

Pakistan

Jaffar Express attack: Security forces rescue 190 passengers, kill 30 terrorists

58 men, 31 women, and 15 children were freed; passengers were transported to Machh railway station via freight train

Updated 12 Mar, 2025 05:15pm

Pakistan

Hanif Abbasi: Four special Eid trains to start from 25th Ramazan

Govt to improve railway services, cut fares and reduce losses

Published 10 Mar, 2025 05:17pm

Pakistan

Child killed after being hit by train in Punjab’s Gujrat

Victim was playing near the railway track, say rescue officials

Published 08 Mar, 2025 07:22pm

World

Sri Lankan train derailed after smashing into elephants

Videos showed one elephant standing guard over an injured youngster beside the tracks

Published 20 Feb, 2025 11:28am

World

Etihad rail announces high-speed train from Abu Dhabi to Dubai

Projected to contribute approximately Dh145 billion to UAE's GDP over next 50 year

Published 24 Jan, 2025 04:11pm

Pakistan

Several trains delayed due to fog

Trains arriving in Lahore from Karachi and Quetta are experiencing delays

Published 31 Dec, 2024 11:48am

Pakistan

Pakistan Railways set to introduce high-speed express train between Lahore, Karachi

It is modeled after the Green-Line Express

Published 26 Dec, 2024 11:52pm

Pakistan

Pakistan Railways announces 50% discount for disable passengers

The department also plans to expand these facilities to an additional 12 railway stations

Published 02 Dec, 2024 03:55pm

Pakistan

Fog, smog disrupt train, flight schedules in Punjab

Passengers face challenges in reaching their destinations

Updated 16 Nov, 2024 09:11pm

Pakistan

Sukkur Express narrowly avoids disaster near Kotri

The incident occurred in Jamshoro

Published 29 Oct, 2024 09:18am

Pakistan

Pakistan Railways plans to outsource more trains through bidding process

All trains will be outsourced through tendering process, adhering strictly to PPRA rules

Published 20 Aug, 2024 03:25pm

World

Sabarmati express derails near Kanpur, no injuries reported

Cause of the derailment is currently under investigation

Published 17 Aug, 2024 10:22am

Pakistan

Pakistan Railways face challenges in outsourcing train operations

Around 12 out of 49 passenger trains are already being operated by private parties

Published 07 Aug, 2024 12:01pm

World

Russian train smashes into truck, injuring 52

Authorities in Volgograd region said 21 people remained in hospital after the collision

Published 30 Jul, 2024 08:38am

Pakistan

Two special trains to operate on Eidul Azha

It will move from Karachi to the cities of Lahore and Peshawar

Published 28 May, 2024 04:01pm

Pakistan

Railway reduces fares following decline in diesel prices

Fares have declined for distances ranging from 1 kilometre to 200 kilometres

Published 21 May, 2024 10:11am

Pakistan

Railways changes stop time of trains in Karachi ahead of Iranian president’s visit

Stop time of all trains at Drigh Road, Landhi stations will be two minutes

Published 22 Apr, 2024 10:49pm

World

Indian train accidentally named ‘murder express’

The word was painted over after social media criticism

Published 13 Apr, 2024 05:36pm

Sports

Indian train drivers in crash that killed 14 were watching cricket

Fatal collision in Andhra Pradesh state in October took place as hosts India played England during the one-day World Cup

Published 04 Mar, 2024 04:50pm

World

Old Indian man gets crushed after failing to see train

CCTV footage shows multiple people crossing the tracks

Published 17 Jan, 2024 11:42am

Pakistan

Lahore bound Shalimar Express derails near Karachi

Pakistan Railway launched an investigation into the incident

Published 16 Jan, 2024 09:47am