Pakistan Railways announces fare hike for passenger and freight trains

Passenger train fares to rise by 3%, freight charges up by 4%, with new rates effective from June 20 and June 23, respectively, due to rising operational costs.

Pakistan Railways cancels first freight train to Russia due to Iran-Israel conflict

Cargo train, scheduled to depart on June 22, has been postponed indefinitely due to border closures between Pakistan, Iran, and other affected transit countries

Pakistan Railways announces fare discount for Eidul Adha travel

20% fare reduction applies to bookings for the first three days of Eid

PM directs strategy to expand railway network for better trade ties with Central Asia

 Railway infrastructure development key to economic growth, says Prime Minister

Pakistan, Afghanistan push forward with $4.8 billion UAP Railway project

Ministers from both countries discuss framework agreement and diplomatic upgrades to enhance regional connectivity and ties

Pakistan Railways posts record Rs83 billion revenue in 11 months, up 7.8%

Passenger and freight earnings rise amid ongoing challenges, signaling financial recovery

Ministry of Railways completes only 6 of 38 projects in FY25 as new plans need Rs11bn allocation

Chairman Railways expects ML-1 project start this year despite funding gaps

Pakistan Railways to run five special trains for Eid al Adha travelers

Special services will run from June 2 to June 4, Railway spokesperson says

Pakistan Railways to install ATMs and open luxury saloons to the public

ATM machines to be placed at major stations, while luxury saloons are now available for public booking

Train service to Balochistan resumes with increased security

To accommodate passengers during Eid, a special train will operate from Quetta on March 29, offering a 20% discount on tickets

Pakistan Railways set to roll out first batch of high-speed coaches by June

New coaches, capable of speeds up to 200km per hour, will operate on existing low-speed network

Pakistan Railways revenue hits record Rs88bn through outsourcing, reforms

84.7% rise in outsourced train earnings, 10 new trains added, punctuality improves to 82%, and freight operations strengthened amid modernisation drive

Govt considers self-financing ML-1 railway project amid funding delays

Minister signals shift in strategy as China’s technical team visit remains pending

Pakistan Railways temporarily suspends trains to Balochistan after Jaffar Express attack

Passenger and freight train services will remain suspended until security and law enforcement agencies clear the affected areas 

Senate panel urges reforms in Pakistan Railways recruitment, pensions, and security

Committee highlights 37,000 workforce shortage, 3,000 police vacancies, and pension strain