MoU between India, USAID/India to help Railways achieve net-zero carbon emission gets Cabinet nod
Friday, 5 January 2024 The Union Cabinet approves an MoU between India and USAID/India to help the Indian Railways achieve net-zero carbon emission by 2030. The MoU facilitates utility modernisation, advanced energy solutions, regional energy and market integration, private sector participation, training, and knowledge sharing. It focuses on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and clean energy procurement. The Indian Railways and USAID/India will work together on long-term energy planning, energy efficiency policy, clean energy procurement, and addressing regulatory barriers. The MoU aims to reduce dependence on imported fuel and promote local ecosystem and product development.
The Indian Railways has introduced a new change in the advance train ticket booking rules, i.e., reducing the advance reservation period. Let's dive into.. DNA
A tragic incident unfolded at Barauni Junction, where a railway worker, Amar Kumar (35), was crushed to death while uncoupling an engine from a bogie. The horrifying accident, which was caught on camera, shows the worker trapped between the engine and the train for over two hours. Despite efforts to raise the alarm, the driver fled the scene, and it took railway authorities two hours to move the train and remove the body. The incident has sparked outrage among passengers and workers alike, with calls for accountability and immediate action to improve safety measures. This is just the latest in a string of safety failures in Indian Railways, raising questions about the agency's commitment to ensuring the safety of its workers and passengers.
Friday, 5 January 2024
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