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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Successful field trials of upgraded Kavach version conducted
Prayagraj: In a significant move towards enhancing railway safety and operational efficiency, the authorities of the North Central Railway have successfully completed field trials of the upgraded Kavach Version 4.0 between Bamrauli and Athsarai (BMU–ASCE) section, as part of the ministry of railways flagship Mission Raftar Project. The trials were conducted from May 30 to June 6, using a WAP-7 locomotive fitted with the Kavach system, and LHB rake certified for 130 kmph. The trials included both preliminary evaluations and comprehensive testing under the close supervision of the Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) and the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO). Kavach 4.0 introduces key upgrades including higher location accuracy, enhanced signal information for large yards, station-to-station communication over OFC and direct integration with Electronic Interlocking systems. These enhancements aim to improve safety and operational efficiency. The successful trials mark a major step for Indian Railways ' indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system and pave the way for its wider deployment across the country.
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Business Standard
26-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
HBL Engineering slumps 6% after posting weak Q4 results; PAT down 44% YoY
HBL Engineering share price slipped 5.8 per cent in trade on Monday, May 26, 2025, logging an intraday low at ₹542.2 per share on BSE. The selling on the counter came after the company posted weak Q4 numbers. At 12:52 PM, HBL Engineering shares were down 2.84 per cent at ₹559.45 per share on the BSE. In comparison, the BSE Sensex was up 0.45 per cent at 82,085.39. The market capitalisation of the company stood at ₹15,550.64 crore. The 52-week high of the stock was at ₹738.65 per share and the 52-week low of the stock was at ₹404.3 per share. HBL Engineering Q4 results 2025 The company released its fourth quarter (Q4FY25) numbers on Saturday. The company's consolidated net profit decreased 44 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to ₹45 crore in Q4FY25, from ₹81 crore a year ago. The company's income from operations slipped 22 per cent Y-o-Y to ₹475.57 crore, from ₹610.08 crore a year ago. Recently, the company informed the stock exchanges that it received approval from the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) for Version 4.0 of the Kavach Systems. HBL Engineering is the first ever company to receive such approval, it said in the filing. It added that the firm can begin deliveries of the latest version of the Kavach System against a total accumulated order book of ₹3,763.83 crore. These contracts will be completed within 24 months, it said. What is the Kavach System? Kavach is an automatic train protection system for enhancing the safety of running trains. It has been developed indigenously by the RDSO in association with three Indian vendors. Kavach not only helps locopilots avoid signal-passing but also helps in train running during inclement weather, such as dense fog, leading to enhanced safety and efficiency of operations. About HBL Engineering HBL Engineering specialises in designing, manufacturing, and supplying a wide range of power solutions. Founded in 1977, the company has earned recognition in various industries, including telecommunications, defence, energy, railways, and renewable energy. HBL is particularly known for its expertise in providing backup power solutions, such as batteries, inverters, and energy storage systems. The company's products are widely used in mission-critical applications where reliable power is essential.
India.com
20-05-2025
- India.com
Which are the fastest and slowest Vande Bharat train in India? Check the average speed of Vande Bharat trains here
Vande Bharat Express (File) New Delhi: Vande Bharat Express, the flagship train of Indian Railways, is India's first semi-high-speed, locomotive-less train, known for its modern amenities and faster travel times. It operates on electrified tracks and can reach speeds of 160 km/h (99 mph), though it typically runs at 130 km/h. However, for the last two years, the train has been running at an average speed of around 83 kmph due to poor track conditions while having a permissible top speed of 130 kmph for commercial services, an RTI reply has revealed. The RTI, filed by Madhya Pradesh-based Chandra Shekhar Gaur, said the average speed of the Vande Bharat Express was 84.48 kmph in 2021-22 and 81.38 kmph in 2022-23. The Vande Bharat train features a distributed power system, meaning engines are integrated into each coach, and is equipped with amenities like Wi-Fi, GPS-based passenger information, and CCTVs. It was designed by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation and manufactured by the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. Here in this article, we will discuss about the average speed of all the 14 Vande Bharat Express trains operating in the country: New Delhi – Varanasi Vande Bharat Express: The New Delhi – Varanasi Vande Bharat Express is the first Vande Bharat Express introduced in the country. This train still remains the fast Vande Bharat train in India. It covers the distance between New Delhi and Varansi which is 771 kilometers in just eight hours with average speed being 96.37kmph. Hazrat Nizamuddin- Rani Kamlapati station Vande Bharat Express: This train covers a distance of 700 kilometers in 7 hours 30 minutes at an average speed of 95.89 kmph. Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express: The Chennai-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 497 kilometers in 5 hours 50 minutes at an average speed of 90.36kmph. Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express: The Secunderabad-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 699 kilometers in 8 hours 30 minutes at an average speed of 84.21kmph. New Delhi – Amb Andaura Vande Bharat Express: New Delhi – Amb Andaura Vande Bharat Express takes 5 hours 15 minutes to cover a distance of 437 kilometers at an average speed of 84.85kmph. Gandhinagar- Mumbai Vande Bharat Express: Gandhinagar- Mumbai Vande Bharat Express: takes 6 hours 20 minutes to cover a distance of 520 kilometers at an average speed of 83.87kmph Ajmer-Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express: The Ajmer-Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 428 kilometers in 5 hours 15 minutes at an average speed of 83.10kmph. New Delhi – Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra (J&K) Vande Bharat Express: The second Vande Bharat Express which was introduced between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra covers 655 kilometers in eight hours at an average speed of 81.87kmph. Secunderabad- Tirupati Vande Bharat Express: The Secunderabad- Tirupati Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 661 kilometers in 8 hours 30 minutes at an average speed of 79.63kmph. Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat Express: The Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 500 kilometers in 6 hours 30 minutes at an average speed of 79.36 kmph. Nagpur-Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express: The Nagpur- Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 413 kilometers in 5 hours 30 minutes at an average speed of 77.92 kmph. Howrah – New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express: The Howrah-New Jalpiaguri Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 561 kilometers in 7 hours 30 minutes at an average speed of 76.84 kmph. Mumbai- Solapur Vande Bharat Express: The Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 455 kilometers in 6 hours 35 minutes at an average speed of 71.65kmph Mumbai- Shirdi Vande Bharat Express: The Mumbai- Shirdi Vande Bharat Express covers a distance of 343 kilometers in 5 hours 20 minutes at an average speed of 65.96 kmph.
