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India Today
11 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
Narendra Modi to flag off first locomotive export to Guinea from Bihar on June 20
In a big boost for Indian manufacturing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first locomotive built in India for export to the Republic of Guinea on June 20, 2025. The engine has been built at the modern railway factory situated in Marhowrah, Bihar, and marks the start of a major export deal between India and a country in to the agreement, India will export 150 top-of-the-line locomotives worth more than Rs 3,000 crore to Guinea over the next three years. The locomotives are being supplied for the SimFer's Simandou iron ore project, one of the largest mining projects in Board official Dilip Kumar explained that 37 locomotives will be supplied in this financial year, 82 in the next financial year, and 31 in the third. All locomotives will have air-conditioned crew cabins, and each will be capable of pulling up to 100 wagons in pairs at the highest allowed speed. The locomotives are newly built with modern safety and comfort features such as:Best-in-class emission standardsFire detection systemsErgonomic cabins with a refrigerator, microwave, and waterless toiletDPWCS (Distributed Power Wireless Control System) for better freight handlingadvertisementTo facilitate such manufacturing, the Marhowrah plant has laid a total of three types of tracks: broad gauge, standard gauge, and cape gauge, which also allows the plant to manufacture locomotives used in various parts of the project for export was won by global competitive bidding, reflecting India's capacity to meet global competitive standards. The officials noted that this deal will lead to job creation, the expansion of local industries, and the transformation of Marhowrah into a global hub for locomotive exports."This is a perfect representation of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) driving global economies," said Dilip Kumar. "We want to see more nations put such orders with Indian companies."The Railway Ministry also added that this export will improve Guinea's infrastructure and strengthen India-Africa ties.
Deccan Herald
a day ago
- Business
- Deccan Herald
From refrigerators to microwaves: What'll be in locomotives being sent to Ghana
The Railway Ministry will deliver the advanced locomotives to the African nation over the next three years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first locomotive for export on Friday.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Locomotives being exported to Guinea will have refrigerators, microwaves for loco pilots
The 150 indigenously-built locomotives set to be exported to the Republic of Guinea will feature world-class amenities, including air-conditioned cabins equipped with refrigerators and microwave ovens for the comfort of loco pilots. The Railway Ministry will deliver the advanced locomotives to the African nation over the next three years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first locomotive for export on Friday. "The Republic of Guinea asked us to provide all these amenities for the convenience of their train crew," an official from Webtec , a global locomotive manufacturing firm, told PTI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search ads Learn More Undo The locomotives are being manufactured by Webtec in collaboration with the Indian Railways at its Marhowra Rail Factory near Patna, Bihar. The factory was started in 2015 with a Memorandum of Understanding with the government to manufacture 1,000 freight locomotives of 4,500 and 6,000 HP for Railways in 10 years. Live Events The first locomotive was supplied in 2018, and since then, Webtec has already delivered more than 700 locomotives. The company said the order for 150 locomotives from Guinea is additional work for which it has scaled up its workforce to ensure continued delivery to Indian Railways alongside the export commitment. In a recent press briefing, Webtec said it did an intense study of the environmental conditions, such as terrain and temperature, in Guinea, besides the specifications provided by the country for customised locomotives based on their requirements. "Since the climatic conditions are harsh in Guinea, the country opted for refrigerators and microwaves for its loco pilots," a company official said. He added, "These locomotives have been customised to meet the specific requirements of the West African country, including adaptations for standard gauge tracks and local environmental conditions." Webtec engineers conducted multiple site visits to ensure the locomotives align with operational needs. The export deal coincides with the West African country's launch of its largest iron ore mining project, which requires enhanced freight capabilities. According to the Railway Ministry, the export order positions Marhowra factory as a global hub for locomotive exports, strengthening local employment and technological capability. "It will contribute to building infrastructure for Guinea's largest iron ore project, deepening India-Africa economic cooperation," Dilip Kumar, executive director of the Railway Board's Information and Publicity Department, said. PTI
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
PM to flag off first indigenous locomotive for export to Guinea on June 20 in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first locomotive manufactured at the Marhowrah factory in Bihar for export to the Republic of Guinea on June 20, the Railway Ministry said on Wednesday (June 18, 2025). "On June 20, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first locomotive being exported to the Republic of Guinea," said Dilip Kumar, Executive Director of Information and Publicity, Railway Board. The Marhowrah facility will supply 150 locomotives worth more than ₹3,000 crore for SimFer's Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, Africa, in three years. According to Mr. Kumar, 37 locomotives will be delivered in the current financial year, 82 in the next, and the remaining 31 in the third year. All locomotives will feature air-conditioned cabins and will be capable of hauling 100 wagons in pairs at maximum permissible speed, he said. The Ministry noted that three types of tracks— broad gauge, standard gauge and cape gauge— have been laid at the Marhowrah factory for manufacturing these locomotives. The export project was secured through global competitive bidding, highlighting India's capabilities in world-class manufacturing. Mr. Kumar said the locomotives will come equipped with best-in-class emission standards, fire detection systems and ergonomic crew cabins with modern amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave and waterless toilet. "They are fitted with DPWCS (Distributed Power Wireless Control System) for synchronised operations and superior freight handling. This positions the Marhowrah factory as a global hub for locomotive exports, boosting local employment and technology," he said. The Ministry said the export will help build infrastructure for Guinea's largest iron ore project and strengthen India-Africa economic ties. "This is a shining example of Atmanirbhar Bharat powering global infrastructure through innovation and quality manufacturing. We hope that Indian firms receive more such orders from other countries in future," Mr. Kumar added.
NDTV
2 days ago
- NDTV
No Aadhaar, No Tatkal Ticket: How To Verify Your Aadhaar In IRCTC App
From July 1, 2025, Aadhaar authentication will be mandatory for booking Tatkal tickets, according to a recent Railway Ministry announcement. In a circular dated June 10, 2025, the ministry informed all zones that this decision was made "to ensure that the benefits of the Tatkal Scheme are received by the common end users." "With effect from 01-07-2025, tickets under the Tatkal scheme can be booked through the website of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC)/ its app only by Aadhaar authenticated users," the ministry said. Subsequently, Aadhaar-based OTP authentication shall also be made compulsory for Tatkal bookings from July 15, 2025, onwards. Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is encouraging users to link and authenticate their Aadhaar card with their IRCTC accounts, streamlining the ticket booking process. This verification aims to enhance security and convenience for travellers. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it: Authenticating Aadhaar in Your IRCTC Account: 1. Visit the official IRCTC website or App and log in using your account credentials. 2. Go to 'My Account' and select 'Authenticate User'. 3. Enter your PAN Card Number, Aadhaar number or Virtual ID. 4. Click on 'Verify Details'. 5. Enter the one-time password (OTP) received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Check the consent checkbox and click 'Submit' to authenticate. If the authentication fails, double-check the details entered and try again. The authentication status can be verified under the "Authenticate User" link in the "My Account" section. Linking an Aadhaar Number to Your IRCTC Account: 1. Visit the official IRCTC portal. 2. Log in using your credentials. 3. Click "Link Aadhaar" under the "profile tab." 4. Enter your name as it appears on your Aadhaar card and enter your Aadhaar number. 5. Check the box and click 'Send OTP'. 6. Enter the OTP sent to your registered phone number and click 'Verify OTP'. 7. KYC details will be fetched from Aadhaar. Click 'Update' to complete the verification. A pop-up message will confirm successful Aadhaar verification and KYC details update. Important Considerations: Link and Verify: Complete Aadhaar authentication in your IRCTC profile if you haven't already. Mobile Number: Ensure your mobile number is updated with Aadhaar, as OTPs will be sent to this number. Update if necessary through UIDAI. Tatkal Bookings: For faster Tatkal bookings, have your Aadhaar linkage and IRCTC login credentials ready in advance to avoid delays.
