Suresh Prabhu acknowledges corruption in railways

Last Updated: Friday, March 20, 2015, 18:46

Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu on Friday acknowledged existence of corruption at various levels in his ministry and said the government is determined to weed it out through stringent action and putting in place a transparent system.

Ratan Tata to head Railways' Kaya Kalp Council

Last Updated: Thursday, March 19, 2015, 20:06

The purpose of the Council is to recommend innovative methods and processes for the improvement, betterment and transformation of railways, Prabhu told PTI.

Rs 8.5 lakh cr to be pumped into Railways over 5 years: Suresh Prabhu

Last Updated: Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 19:14

Laying emphasis on capacity expansion, decongestion of network and passenger safety, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu Tuesday said a massive Rs 8.5 lakh crore would be pumped in over the next five years to make it a viable organisation and bring back the road traffic.

Suresh Prabhu advocates for strong Indo-US strategic economic ties

Last Updated: Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 18:46

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu Tuesday pitched for a strong Indo-US strategic economic ties saying it will be beneficial for both the countries and also help in promoting regional and global peace.

Laying of 1 km high speed train track to cost over Rs 100 crore

Last Updated: Monday, March 16, 2015, 14:13

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said the cost of laying one km of high speed track was 10 to 14 times higher than the construction of a normal railway track.

'Neither private nor govt control can solve problems of Railways'

Last Updated: Friday, March 13, 2015, 14:16

Privatisation can not solve the problems of Indian Railways, and even total government control is not a remedy, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said today, while advocating changes in the legislative framework for the sector.

LS passes Rail Budget; Govt wants a massive hike in investment

Last Updated: Thursday, March 12, 2015, 22:03

The Rail Budget for 2015-16 was passed by the Lok Sabha Thursday with Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu making a strong pitch for a massive hike in investment for the Railways.

Railways to set up body to enhance ties with private investors

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 11, 2015, 17:57

Seeking technical cooperation for upgradation of rail infrastructure with foreign countries, Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu on Wednesday said the national transporter can grow faster based on the partnership model.

Green signal for two big-ticket FDI proposals in Railways

Last Updated: Sunday, March 8, 2015, 11:43

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Make in India" campaign, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has finally given green signal to the two much awaited big-ticket FDI proposals for setting up diesel and electric locomotive plants in Bihar at a cost of Rs 2,400 crore.

Railways can contribute 2 percent to GDP: Suresh Prabhu

Last Updated: Sunday, March 1, 2015, 20:51

The railways can contribute up to two percent to the gross domestic product (GDP), Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said on Sunday adding that he has asked the railway board to identify key issues and focus areas towards this end.

Wifi connectivity at more railway stations: Prabhu

Last Updated: Thursday, February 26, 2015, 23:15

In an effort to provide wi-fi connectivity in more railway stations, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu Thursday brought category B stations under the cover of the facility.

PPP policy must change to attract investment in railways: Minister

Last Updated: Thursday, February 26, 2015, 23:14

Acknowledging that Railways is in "trouble", Union Minister Suresh Prabhu today said public-private-partnership policy must change to attract investment for capacity building.