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IRCTC Launches New Ticket Booking Website Beta Version
Businessindian-expressndtv1mo ago2 sources

IRCTC Launches New Ticket Booking Website Beta Version

Indian Railways' online ticketing platform, IRCTC, has unveiled a new ticket booking website, launching its beta version after two decades. The updated platform aims to simplify the process of booking train tickets for users.

India announces first hydrogen-powered train
BusinessTimes of India1mo ago

India announces first hydrogen-powered train

India has notified plans for its first hydrogen-powered train, with details on its route and launch date. The government highlights this project as a key part of Indian Railways' focus on technological innovation, energy efficiency, and environmentally sustainable transportation, aligning with national clean energy goals.

Mumbai Monsoon Havoc: Building Collapse Kills Six, City Transport Disrupted
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Mumbai Monsoon Havoc: Building Collapse Kills Six, City Transport Disrupted

Torrential monsoon rains battered Mumbai, leading to a building collapse that killed six people, including five children. The heavy downpour also severely disrupted the city's transport network, causing flight diversions, train cancellations, and school closures.

India Tests First Green Hydrogen Train
Technologyhindustan-times2mo ago

India Tests First Green Hydrogen Train

Indian Railways has successfully tested the country's first green hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat line. The train generates electricity and emits only water vapour, marking a significant step in sustainable transportation.

Indian Railways Announces New Fines and Station Upgrades
Businessindian-express2mo ago

Indian Railways Announces New Fines and Station Upgrades

Indian Railways has introduced new penalty rules for 2026, including a Rs 2,000 fine for smoking, hawking, and begging on trains. Additionally, the railways plan to upgrade Rajasthan's Sikar station and are reviewing a proposal for a Bikaner-Chandigarh train.

Indian Railways Tightens Refund Rules to Combat Black Market
Businesshindustan-times5mo ago

Indian Railways Tightens Refund Rules to Combat Black Market

Indian Railways has revised its refund policy, stating that full refunds, minus a flat cancellation charge, will only be issued for cancellations made more than 72 hours before a train's departure, aiming to curb a thriving black market in tickets.

Indian Railways Investigates 'Suhagraat Express' Honeymoon Coach
Businesshindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago2 sources

Indian Railways Investigates 'Suhagraat Express' Honeymoon Coach

Indian Railways is investigating a viral incident where a couple transformed an AC train coach into a 'honeymoon coupe,' sparking questions about the allowance of private coaches. The railway authorities have initiated action regarding the unauthorized modification.

RRB NTPC Answer Key 2026 Released for CBT1 Exam
Technologyindian-express2mo ago

RRB NTPC Answer Key 2026 Released for CBT1 Exam

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has published the provisional answer key and response sheet for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) CBT1 examination, which can be accessed on the official Indian Railways website.

Indian Railways Digital Transformation
BusinessTimes of India2mo ago

Indian Railways Digital Transformation

Indian Railways is undergoing a significant digital overhaul, enhancing passenger and freight experiences with technology like smartphone ticketing and real-time tracking.

Indian Railways Unveils New 18-Star Logo
Businessindian-express3mo ago

Indian Railways Unveils New 18-Star Logo

Indian Railways has unveiled a new 18-star logo, a change that follows the recent formation of the South Coast Railway zone. This new emblem signifies the updated organizational structure of the national railway system.

Cabinet Approves Ahmedabad-Dholera Semi-High-Speed Rail Line
TechnologyTimes of Indiaindian-express3mo ago2 sources

Cabinet Approves Ahmedabad-Dholera Semi-High-Speed Rail Line

The Indian Cabinet has approved the construction of a 134-km semi-high-speed rail line connecting Ahmedabad and Dholera. This project will allow trains to operate at speeds up to 220 kmph, significantly enhancing regional connectivity.

Indian Railways Operates First Double-Stack Long-Haul Container Train
Businesshindustan-times4d ago

Indian Railways Operates First Double-Stack Long-Haul Container Train

Indian Railways has successfully operated its inaugural double-stack long-haul container train, departing from Mumbai's Jawaharlal Nehru Port. This achievement is expected to unlock long-term benefits, including higher returns from single train journeys, improved transport efficiency, and reduced road traffic.

Indian Railways Updates Reservation Rules
WorldTimes of India1mo ago

Indian Railways Updates Reservation Rules

Indian Railways has revised its reservation rules, reducing advance ticket bookings to sixty days and implementing new timings for general and Tatkal quota bookings, with Aadhaar verification now mandatory.

Indian Railways Ordered to Compensate Passengers for Travel Disruptions
BusinessTimes of Indiaindian-express3mo ago2 sources

Indian Railways Ordered to Compensate Passengers for Travel Disruptions

Indian Railways has been ordered to pay compensation to passengers for travel disruptions, including Rs 35,000 to those forced to stand despite confirmed tickets and Rs 69,000 to a couple who missed a flight due to a Rajdhani express delay. These rulings underscore the railways' accountability for passenger inconvenience.

Indian Railways: History and Ticket Confirmation Process
Businessindian-express4mo ago

Indian Railways: History and Ticket Confirmation Process

These articles provide an overview of Indian Railways, commemorating its 173-year history and detailing its first train journey. They also explain the process of how Indian Railways confirms train tickets, from initial booking to the final reservation chart.