1901
125th anniversary
OpeningRussia
Inauguration of the Trans-Siberian Railway Section
Trans-Siberian Railway
Irkutsk
A key segment of the Trans-Siberian Railway opens, advancing Russia's eastward expansion.
1967
59 years ago
InnovationJapan
Launch of Japan's Shinkansen Extension
Japanese National Railways
Tokyo
The Tokaido Shinkansen extends operations, boosting high-speed rail innovation.
1853
173 years ago
OpeningIndia
Opening of the Bombay-Thane Railway
Great Indian Peninsula Railway
Bombay
India's first passenger railway line opens, connecting Bombay to Thane.
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