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California High-Speed Rail Awards $3.5B Contract for Central Valley Track and Systems
A Kiewit-led consortium has been awarded a $3.5 billion contract to build track and rail systems for the Central Valley segment of California's high-speed rail. This development advances a major stage in the state's high-speed rail expansion.
Delhi to Siliguri Bullet Train Cuts Travel Time to 6 Hours
India plans a bullet train route from Delhi to Siliguri with stops in Lucknow, Varanasi, and Patna. The new service is expected to reduce travel time to six hours.
California High-Speed Rail Opens Kings County Grade Separation
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Delhi–Siliguri Bullet Train to Cut Travel Time to 6 Hours
India's Rail Ministry announced a bullet train route from Delhi to Siliguri, cutting travel time to six hours. The route will go through Lucknow, Varanasi, and Patna.
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