Indian Railways will implement its first fare hike in years starting July 1, 2025. As per the new structure, fares for non-AC mail and express trains will increase by one paise per kilometre, while AC classes will see a rise of two paise per kilometre. Suburban and second-class journeys up to 500 km remain unaffected, Read More…
Indian Railways has slashed the number of waiting list tickets to just 25% of total available berths. The new rule, aimed at improving passenger experience and ensuring safety, is set to roll out this week. Under the new system, once the 25% threshold of waiting list tickets is reached for a train, no further bookings Read More…
New Delhi – The Indian Railways has rolled out a major reform in Tatkal ticket booking. From now on, IRCTC accounts linked with Aadhaar will get exclusive access during the crucial first 10 minutes of Tatkal ticket sales, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced. This is a significant shift from the current system, where even authorized Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a move to tighten security following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Indian Railways has made it compulsory for every passenger traveling on a group ticket to carry valid identity proof during the journey. The Southern Railway has issued strict orders to ticket examiners and Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel to enforce this Read More…
New Delhi: In a bold move to improve passenger comfort, Indian Railways has announced a new policy starting May 1, which will prohibit passengers with waitlisted tickets from boarding Sleeper and AC coaches. The change is designed to enhance the experience for travelers with confirmed tickets and ensure smooth travel operations. Under the new rule, Read More…
Mumbai: In a groundbreaking move to enhance passenger convenience, Central Railway has installed an ATM onboard the Mumbai–Manmad Panchavati Express, marking the first-ever banking service on an Indian train. This pioneering initiative aims to bring banking services directly to commuters. The ATM, operated by a private bank, has been strategically set up in a secure Read More…
New Delhi: In a major safety initiative, the Indian Railways has announced the implementation of ‘holding areas’ at 60 high-footfall railway stations across the country. This move aims to prevent overcrowding and reduce the risk of stampedes, especially during peak travel times. Passengers will now be required to wait in designated holding areas instead of Read More…
Indian Railways has introduced the ‘SwaRail’ SuperApp, a comprehensive solution aimed at enhancing the passenger experience by consolidating multiple railway services into one easy-to-use platform. Developed by the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), the app is currently in beta testing and is available for download on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Read More…
India has taken a significant leap toward the future of high-speed transportation with the launch of its first Hyperloop test track in Chennai. This 410-meter track, a collaboration between Indian Railways, IIT Madras, and ArcelorMittal, is set to revolutionize the way we think about travel. Situated at the IIT Madras Discovery Campus, it marks a Read More…
New Delhi: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has dismissed reports suggesting delays in the rollout of Vande Bharat sleeper trains due to design modifications. Earlier reports claimed that Indian Railways had requested changes, including the addition of toilets and a pantry car, which allegedly required design adjustments by the Russian company Transmashholding, a key collaborator in Read More…