Multiple Train Services Delayed as Pakistan Railways Steps Up Passenger Safety ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Railways has suspended three major train services, including the Karakoram Express, Shah Hussain Express, and Khushhal Khan Khattak Express. Passengers affected by these cancellations are being accommodated on the Business Express, officials said. In addition to the suspensions, several other trains […]
Pakistan Railways Launches Milestone Initiative, Eyes Modernization and Trade Boost ISLAMABAD — Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has described the latest initiative to modernize Pakistan Railways as a “milestone” for the organization. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Abbasi said the new project, the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC), will not only upgrade freight operations […]
Pakistan Railways Security Boost Approved in High-Level Meeting Lahore: Pakistan Railways is set to enhance security across its network following a high-level meeting at the Railways Headquarters in Lahore. The session was chaired by Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi and attended by Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi. The meeting focused on strengthening the safety […]
Jaffar Express Suspended for Two Days as Pakistan Railways Pushes Digitization Drive QUETTA — Pakistan Railways has announced that the Jaffar Express will remain suspended on August 25 and 26, halting its usual Quetta-to-Peshawar service as a precautionary step. Railway officials confirmed, however, that the Chaman Passenger Train departed from Quetta on schedule on Sunday, […]
Pakistan Railways Unveils Major Modernization Drive FAISALABAD – Pakistan Railways is rolling out a series of short- and long-term projects across the country to modernize its operations, in line with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision, Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi announced on Sunday during a visit to Faisalabad railway station. Abbasi said ticketing has been fully […]
Pakistan Railways Increases Train Fares by 2% from July 18 ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Railways has officially announced a 2% increase in fares across all train categories, including Mail, Express, Inter-city, and passenger trains. The revised fare structure will take effect starting Friday, July 18, 2025, as per a notification issued by the Ministry of Railways. […]
An official from the Ministry of Railways said that Pakistan Railways made over Rs 3,959 million in the last three years by running brake vans and luggage vans. These vans were run by Pakistan Railways directly and also given to private companies through contracts. The official said the luggage vans were given to private contractors […]
Pakistan Railways Closed for Sacred Day, Will Reopen on July 7 Pakistan Railways announced on Thursday that its offices will be closed for a religious day. All booking and reservation offices will reopen on Monday, July 7. People are advised to plan their travel and ticket bookings accordingly. Luggage Van Revenue An official from the […]
Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, accompanied by Senator Ahmad Khan Khilji, paid a detailed visit to the Quetta Railway Station on Thursday. During the visit, the minister interacted with passengers aboard the Jaffar Express bound for Peshawar, listened to their concerns, and assured them of continued improvements in railway services. Divisional Superintendent (DS) […]
Out of the total revenue, passenger trains contributed Rs42 billion, while freight trains generated Rs29 billion. According to Pakistan Railways officials, an additional Rs12 billion was earned through other sources. Giving a breakup, the officials said that Karachi Division led with Rs13 billion from passenger trains and Rs25 billion from freight trains. Lahore Division stood […]
