How to apply for Jobs in Railways? the railway system is one of the most crucial links in the national economy, promising many jobs for every qualified individual. It’s no wonder that many people are trying to find out more about getting their hands on these jobs. However, if you are planning to apply for … Read more
How many Railway Stations are in India As of 2015, India had over 10,000 railway stations. The Indian rail network is the third-largest globally (after Russia and China) and 1,10,500 km long. Of this, 29% (33,900 km) is elevated. Five thousand forty-six stations are railway junctions—a classification given to stations where more than two lines meet or … Read more
Who invented the railway engine? James Watt invented the first commercially successful steam engine. However, he did not invent the railway engine. Many people contributed to its invention and development over several years. Stephenson’s Rocket was the winner of the Rainhill Trials in 1829, a critical competition held to select the best design for a … Read more
How many railway zones are in India? There are 17 railway zones in India as of today. Each zone is headed by a General Manager (GM). Indian railways has nine production units working under the control of the Central Organisation for Railway Electrification(CORE) and eight construction organizations working under the Research Designs & Standards Organisation … Read more