Indian Railways Quiz

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Indian Railways introduced the AI-powered Linen Inspection and Sorting Assistant (LISA) to improve linen hygiene in air-conditioned coaches. LISA, developed by the Pune Division, operates at the Ghorpadi Integrated Coaching Complex (GICC). It ensures 100% quality inspection by detecting defects, stains, or damages in linens. AI technology enables precise and efficient inspection of large linen volumes. The system reduces manual labor, streamlines operations, and enhances passenger comfort. LISA supports cleaner, more hygienic travel experiences while modernizing linen management.

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Indian Railways launched the ‘Sanraksha’ mobile app to enhance passenger safety by training frontline safety staff. The app, designed by IRTS officer Dilip Singh, was piloted successfully in Nagpur, showing its effectiveness. It integrates railway expertise with IT, data analytics, and AI for intelligent, scalable training systems. Sanraksha features smart learning, feedback, and real-time monitoring. It will be rolled out across all railway zones, starting with 16 divisions. Passenger safety is further ensured through the Rail Madad Portal, Helpline 139, CCTV surveillance, social media engagement, and special drives to address safety concerns.

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Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the completion of the first trial run of the Sangaldan-Reasi train, crossing the world’s highest railway bridge, the Chenab Bridge. Situated in Jammu and Kashmir, the bridge stands 359 meters above the Chenab River, approximately 35 meters taller than the Eiffel Tower, marking a significant engineering achievement.

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The primary objective of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between India and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/India for the Indian Railways is to achieve net-zero carbon emission by 2030. This MoU is focused on enabling the Indian Railways to adopt advanced energy solutions and systems, utility modernization, and regional energy and market integration. It also includes provisions for private sector participation, training, and workshops on renewable energy and energy efficiency.

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The Indian Institute of Technology – Kharagpur, is working on the development of a secure signaling system for the Indian Railways, utilizing blockchain technology.
This tamper-proof system will incorporate advanced safety features and serve as a complement to the existing Data Logger, commonly known as the ‘Black Box,’ used in rolling stock.

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भारत के नियंत्रक और महालेखा परीक्षक (CAG) द्वारा 2022 में ‘Derailment in Indian Railways’ शीर्षक वाली एक रिपोर्ट जारी की गई थी। इस रिपोर्ट में कई कमियों को चिन्हित किया गया और भारतीय रेलवे की सुरक्षा में सुधार के लिए कई सिफारिशें प्रदान की गईं। इसने निरीक्षण में कमी और प्राथमिकता वाले कार्यों पर समर्पित रेलवे फंड का उपयोग करने में विफलताओं पर प्रकाश डाला।

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A report titled ‘Derailment in Indian Railways’ was released in 2022 by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG). This report flagged several shortcomings and provided multiple recommendations to improve the safety of the Indian Railways. It highlighted shortfalls in inspections and failures to use a dedicated railway fund on priority tasks.

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Godrej & Boyce, Renmakch sign MoU to develop a ‘Make-in-India’ value chain for Indian Railways.

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The Indian Railways introduced a Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train as part of the ‘Garvi Gujarat’ tour.
It aims to showcase the state of Gujarat under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat programme. The tour includes visits to prominent pilgrimage and heritage sites in Gujarat, including the Statue of Unity, UNESCO- recognised world heritage site Champaner archaeological park, Somnath, Dwarka, Nageshwar, and Beyt Dwarka, among others.

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Indian Railways launches Rail Post Gati Shakti Express Cargo Service to provide logistics for services sector in country simultaneously on four sectors.
The Cargo Service is a joint parcel product of the two entities between Indian Railways and India Post. The service was among the announcements made by Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in last year’s Budget.