NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Supreme Court Of India
    Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)
    Indian Army
    Indian Railways
    Indian Air Force
    NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / India News / Railways will start charging for travel insurance from September 1
    India

    Railways will start charging for travel insurance from September 1

    Railways will start charging for travel insurance from September 1
    Written by Pallabi C Samal
    Aug 15, 2018, 06:21 pm 3 min read
    Railways will start charging for travel insurance from September 1
    Credits

    The free travel insurance offered by the Indian Railways will cease to exist from September 1 this year, said a senior Railways official. The free insurance is given to those who book the tickets via the IRCTC app or website, but now it would be optional for the passengers. Once opted, one has to pay the insurance amount, which has not been disclosed yet.

    Insurance schemes started to encourage digital transactions

    The insurance schemes were started to encourage digital transactions. The Railways had tied up with companies like ICICI Lombard General Insurance, Royal Sundaram General Insurance and Shriram General Insurance to roll out four different schemes: Rs. 10L, Rs. 7.5L and Rs. 2L and Rs. 10,000.

    Covered: Right from death, disability due to accident to injuries

    The Rs. 10L cover is in case of a person's death during train journey, while the Rs. 7.5L is for any disability caused due to an accident. The Rs. 2L is for injury afflicted to a person while the last one is for transportation of mortal remains. The insurance schemes were announced in 2016, and were implemented for online transactions last December.

    Separately, do you know the changes Railways have brought over?

    Over the years, the Indian Railways has brought quite a few technological advancements which have not only resulted in increased efficiency of the transport system but also in better and enriching experience for the users. From inclusion of high-speed trains to overhauling its ticket-booking website, IRCTC has taken steps in the right direction. Here are some of the recent advancements.

    India got its first CNG train with fumigation technology

    The Railways introduced the country's first Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-run train in 2015 on the Northern zone's Rewari-Rohtak section, in a major step toward the adoption of green fuel. For this, the Railways modified its 1,400 HP engine using fumigation technology, so that it can run on both diesel and CNG. The aim is to reduce greenhouse gas emission and consumption of diesel.

    Deen Dayalu coaches: A step towards modern coaches

    Indian Railways introduced coaches called 'Deen Dayalu' with facilities like mobile charging points, potable drinking water, and bio-toilets for passengers who travel in the general class of mail and express trains. These coaches also have pleasing exterior and interior color schemes with anti-graffiti measures. As many as 700 'Deen Dayalu' coaches will be added to the trains by the end of this year.

    IRCTC recently revamped its ticket-booking website

    In a bid to enhance its users' experience, the IRCTC recently revamped its ticketing website. Now users can inquire or search for trains, besides checking the availability of seats, without logging onto the website. The website also lets users filter the search results on the basis of destination, departure/arrival time wise as well as on the basis of different quotas.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Latest
    Indian Railways
    Insurance
    Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation

    Latest

    Happy birthday, Reese Witherspoon: 'Legally Blonde' actor's top 5 romcoms  Hollywood
    5 natural home remedies for knee pain  Health & Wellness
    These five planets will come together in late March Space News
    Is top-end Hyundai VERNA better than SKODA SLAVIA Style DSG Hyundai

    Indian Railways

    Bihar: Porn clip plays at Patna railway station TV screens Patna
    'Drunk' TTE arrested after urinating on woman passenger inside train Akal Takht
    Land-for-jobs scam: CBI summons RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for questioning Tejashwi Yadav
    Land-for-jobs scam: Now, CBI questions Lalu Yadav; daughter alleges harassment Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)

    Insurance

    Health insurance is no more a choice but a necessity Health & Wellness
    Telangana official kills man, fakes death to claim insurance money Telangana
    #NewsBytesExplainer: What salary package, benefits Agnipath scheme offers to Agniveers Indian Army
    Woman contracts STD in car; vehicle insurer to pay $5.2M Missouri

    Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation

    IRCTC scam: ED conducts raids on several locations Enforcement Directorate (ED)
    Land-for-jobs scam: CBI questions ex-Bihar CM Rabri Devi in Patna Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)
    Travel in luxury! Do you know IRCTC offers executive lounges Travel And Tourism
    You can now order food on trains through WhatsApp Food

    Love India News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    India Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023