Indian Railway

Central Organization for Modernization of Workshops

The Railway Ministry recently announced the closure of Central Organization for Modernisation of Workshops (COFMOW), with effect from 1st December 2022. Key facts The Central Organization for Modernisation of Workshops (COFMOW) is a centre of excellence under the Indian Railways. ..

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Redevelopment of 3 major railway stations

The Centre has approved the proposal to redevelop three major railway stations across India. Key facts The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Modi, has given a go-ahead for a proposal concerning the redevelopment of three major railway stations – ..

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RPF: ‘Operation Nanhe Farishte’

Under “Operation Nanhe Farishte”, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) have rescued more than 1,000 kids from Railway stations across India, in the month of January, 2022. Key facts The RPF is entrusted with providing safety to passengers. It saved 1,045 ..

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Operation AAHT

The Railway Protection Force, RPF has launched Operation AAHT to curb human trafficking. It will mainly focus on trains that are originating from border countries. The operation is held under Ministry of Railways. (RPF acts under railways ministry). About Operation ..

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Committee on RRB Exam Concerns

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has created a committee to look into the concerns raised by students. What is the issue? The RRB released an employment notification for the Non – Technical category in 2019. The exam got postponed because ..

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World’s tallest railway bridge pier to come up in Manipur

World’s tallest rail bridge pier will soon come up in North-eastern state of Manipur. Key Points This bridge is being constructed by Indian Railways at Noney Valley in Manipur. Bridge is having the height of 141 metres. It is a ..

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