Goa witnessed a 6.8% year-on-year rise in railway tourist arrivals during January to May 2026, with 19,87,862 travellers arriving by train compared to 18,60,568 during the same period last year. The Tourism Department said improved connectivity and year-round tourism promotion are driving the growth.
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India Marks 173 Years of Its First Passenger Train Journey
India celebrates 173 years since its first passenger train journey on April 16, 1853—marking the beginning of Indian Railways and its evolution into one of the world’s largest rail networks.
Ayush Shetty Wins Silver at Asian Badminton Championships 2026, Scripts History
Ayush Shetty clinched silver at the Asian Badminton Championships 2026, becoming the first Indian since 1965 to reach the men’s singles final.
India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train Successfully Completes Trial Run from Jind at 70 kmph
India marked a major milestone in green transportation as its first hydrogen-powered train successfully completed a trial run from Jind, Haryana, reaching a speed of 70 kmph.
Railways Allow One-Time Name Change on Reserved Tickets Under Special Conditions
Passengers can request a name change on a reserved railway ticket at least 24 hours before departure, but the facility is permitted only once and is subject to specific restrictions, officials clarified.