Vishal Nirmiti has received Securities and Exchange Board of India approval for its initial public offering, including a mix of a fresh issue and an offer for sale. The company plans to use IPO proceeds to strengthen working capital, reduce debt, and fund growth across its railway and EPC infrastructure segments.
The Public Enterprises Selection Board has recommended Ajit Kumar Panda for the role of Chairman and Managing Director at CONCOR. The selection meeting was held on Saturday. Panda, an IRSME officer with mechanical engineering expertise, has previously worked with RVNL and the Railway Board and has been recognized with national awards for his service.
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Security forces in Punjab and Haryana are on high alert after an email threat warned of multiple bomb blasts on railway tracks across both states. The message specifically cites the vital Ambala-Delhi rail corridor and names major stations in Punjab including Ludhiana, Amritsar, Bathinda and Firozpur, prompting intensified checks and heightened vigilance.
Indian Railways has rolled out RailParcel, a pilot program to upgrade parcel movement in seven cities. Powered by ROQIT, the platform digitizes logistics workflows, boosts shipment visibility, and plugs into existing railway systems. The initiative is designed to improve efficiency while supporting sustainability goals across the rail network, with the pilot expected to guide wider adoption.
Indian Railways has released the RRB NTPC 2025-26 notification for 8,860 Non-Technical Popular Category posts. Registrations for graduate candidates started October 21, while undergraduate notifications are due October 27. The recruitment will run through multiple Computer Based Tests and role-wise skill tests, and candidates may get a partial fee refund after the first exam stage if eligible.
A viral social media post claimed Indian Railways revised Tatkal ticket booking timings effective April 15, sparking confusion among frequent travelers. IRCTC fact checks this misinformation, clarifying that no such change has been implemented as claimed. The clarification exposes how quickly inaccurate screenshots and dates can spread, urging users to rely on official IRCTC updates.
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