Japan has won the contract to build India's first bullet train that will link the cities of Mumbai and Ahmedabad. According to the Indian officials, the two countries will sign a joint statement regarding the deal on Saturday, December 12. Japan earlier had a deal with Taiwan, in 2007, on exporting its bullet train technology.

Siemens Velaro E/AVS 103, Spain

Although the train usually runs at a speed of 350 kilometres per hour but during its test trip, it achieved a whopping speed of about 400 kilometres per hour.

Talgo 350 (T350), Spain

Initially named RENFE AVE Class 10, Taglo 350 achieved a speed of 365 kilometres per hour during its trial. However, it normally runs at a speed of 350 kilometres per hour.