The reinvention of India’s railways, from British Raj pomp to full ‘decolonisation’

Of all the millions of journeys Indian Railways has undertaken since its founding in 1853, its latest – from British Raj pomp ...
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These 4 Indian railways are recognised as UNESCO World Heritage sites—any guesses?

India’s railways are a living, steaming slice of history! Dating back to the British era, some stations have been standing tall (and fully functional) for over a century. While the world upgraded to ...
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Writer remembers Mark Tully as a passionate railway enthusiast

For Rajendra Aklekar, who has written books on India’s railway history and heritage, veteran broadcaster Mark Tully was a ...
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Remembering Sir Mark Tully: The Railway Enthusiast and BBC's 'Voice of India'

Mark Tully, the former BBC broadcaster, was celebrated for his love of Indian railways. A close friend of author Rajendra Aklekar, Tully wrote forewords for Aklekar's books and often discussed railway ...