Indian Railways: News
Record-holder vaulter thrown off train by TTE; video sparks controversy
Dev Meena, India's national record holder in men's pole vault, was asked to deboard a train at Panvel station by a Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE).
IRCTC's new rule restricts ticket booking to Aadhaar-linked users
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced a major change in its ticket booking policy.
No RAC, VIP quota: All about 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper
The Indian Railways is set to launch its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Guwahati route.
Why Indian Railways wants to test galvanized steel rails
The Indian Railways is planning to experiment with galvanized steel rails in coastal and high-humidity areas.
ED launches nationwide crackdown on fake government job racket
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a nationwide operation against a gang running a fake government job racket, according to ANI.
Booking unreserved tickets will only be allowed via RailOne app
The Indian Railways has announced that the UTS Mobile App will be discontinued from March 1, 2026.
Modi to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Guwahati-Kolkata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Class train on the Kolkata-Guwahati route.
2 loco trains collide inside Uttarakhand's Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel; 60 injured
A collision between two loco trains inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district left around 60 people injured late on Tuesday night.
Unreserved railway tickets in India will become cheaper from January
The Railway Ministry has announced a new discount scheme for passengers booking unreserved tickets through the RailOne app.
Indian Railways: 164 Vande Bharats, new bridges boost 2025 growth
In 2025, Indian Railways made significant strides in expanding its network and improving services.
Why are railway stocks surging today?
Railway-linked stocks have emerged as top gainers on Dalal Street today.
Train ticket prices increase from today: Check updated fares
The Indian Railways has announced a nationwide fare hike, effective from today.
Indian Railways now lets you air grievances using QR codes
The Indian Railways has launched a QR code-based grievance redressal system at catering stalls in its Chennai division.
Railways hikes fare: AC tickets cost ₹10 more per 500km
The Indian Railways has announced a revision in its passenger fare structure, effective from December 26, 2025.
India's Kavach train protection system to create business worth ₹50,000cr
India's indigenous automatic train protection (ATP) system, Kavach, is set to open a ₹50,000 crore market in the next six to seven years.
Indian Railways readies cost-cut plan as 8th Pay Commission looms
Indian Railways is gearing up to implement strategic cost-cutting measures in maintenance, procurement, and energy sectors.
Railways to run 89 special trains amid IndiGo flight cancellations
The Indian Railways has announced the operation of 89 special trains over the next three days.
Southern Railway announces special trains amid IndiGo flight disruptions
The Southern Railway has announced special train services to ease passenger congestion due to ongoing IndiGo flight disruptions across India.
Varanasi: PM Modi flags off 4 new Vande Bharat trains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi, his constituency in Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday, November 8.
NHRC seeks probe after train attendant stabs Armyman to death
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a detailed probe into the killing of an Army soldier by a train coach attendant in Rajasthan.
Indian Railways to launch 4 new Vande Bharat Express trains
The Indian Railways is gearing up to launch four new Vande Bharat Express trains, expanding the country's semi-high-speed long-distance train services.
Indian Railways to run 1,702 special trains for Diwali, Chhath
In a major move, the Central Railway has announced the operation of 1,702 special trains for the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals.
This is how the Vande Bharat Sleeper train will look
The Indo-Russian joint venture Kinet Railway Solutions has unveiled the design of the Vande Bharat Sleeper First AC coach.
IRCTC will let you change travel dates on confirmed tickets
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is set to introduce a new policy from January 2026, allowing passengers to change the travel date of their confirmed train tickets online without any additional charges.
Bihar gets 7 new trains, including 3 Amrit Bharat Express
The Indian Railways has launched seven new trains in Bihar on Monday. The list includes three Amrit Bharat Express trains that link the state with locations across India.
GST 2.0: IRCTC reduces bottled water prices starting today
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation(IRCTC) has reduced the price of its packaged drinking water brand, Rail Neer.
Why MakeMyTrip and Zomato have joined forces in India
In a major development, travel giant MakeMyTrip has partnered with food-tech leader Zomato to offer on-seat meal delivery for train passengers.
Vande Bharat Sleeper to cut Delhi-Patna travel to 11.5 hours
The Indian Railways is launching the country's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express just before Diwali, with reports indicating a possible launch date by the end of September.
Indian Railways to run 150 special trains for Puja season
Railway Board, the decision-making body for Indian Railways, has announced the operation of 150 special trains for the upcoming Puja season.
Indian Railways introduces air-like baggage rules for train passengers
The Indian Railways is set to introduce stringent baggage regulations for train passengers, similar to those in air travel.
Indian Railways announces 'Round Trip Package': What is it?
The Indian Railways will soon launch a new scheme, the "Round Trip Package," which offers a 20% discount on return journey tickets, booked with onward tickets during the festival season.
You can now book Vande Bharat tickets 15-mins before departure
The Indian Railways has introduced a new feature that allows passengers to book tickets for Vande Bharat Express trains up to 15 minutes before departure.
New Delhi railway station stampede triggered by falling luggage: Vaishnaw
A stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on February 15, which killed 18 people, including four children and 11 women, was triggered by a large piece of luggage falling from a passenger's head.
Traveling via trains in India should now become safer
The Indian Railways has decided to install CCTV cameras in all its 74,000 coaches and 15,000 locomotives.
Indian Railways to hire over 50,000 employees in FY25
The Indian Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) plan to hire over 50,000 employees in the ongoing financial year.
From PAN linking to Tatkal tickets: Key changes effective July 1
As we step into July 2025, a host of financial and travel-related rule changes are coming into effect for Indian citizens and residents.
Indian Railways launches 'RailOne' super app: How it helps passengers
Indian Railways has launched a new super app, called RailOne, to enhance passenger services.
Key changes for bank customers, train travelers from July
July 2025 will see a host of financial and service-related changes affecting bank customers and train travelers.
Railway stocks in India are jumping today: What's fueling rally?
Stocks of railway companies saw an uptick in today's trading session.
Indian Railways hikes passenger fares
The Indian Railways has announced a minor hike in passenger train fares, effective July 1.
Bhopal's 90-degree turn bridge, worth ₹18 crore, to be redesigned
The Aishbagh Bridge in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, will be redesigned after images of its controversial 90-degree turn went viral on social media.