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19 Apr 2025

Tatkal Ticket Booking: How To Book Train Tickets Fast On IRCTC

Tatkal Ticket Booking: Planning a last-minute train journey in 2025? Booking a Tatkal ticket on IRCTC can be tricky but not impossible if you follow the right steps. This quick guide walks you through how to book Tatkal tickets fast using the IRCTC website or app, including booking timings, charges, passenger limits, and pro tips to increase your chances.

15 Apr 2025

PM Modi To Inaugurate Vande Bharat Express On April 19; Check IRCTC Fare

Vaishno Devi Katra To Srinagar In Just 3 Hours: In a major boost to regional connectivity and tourism, Indian Railways, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, is all set to launch the Vaishno Devi Katra–Srinagar Vande Bharat Express train. This high-speed train service promises to transform travel in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The journey will take passengers across the Chenab Rail Bridge—the world’s highest railway bridge—soaring 359 meters above the riverbed. With the completion of the Anji Khad Bridge and the Chenab Bridge, the Kashmir Valley is now connected to the rest of the country by train.

18 Apr 2025

Alert! Tatkal Ticket Booking Timings Changing From April 2025? IRCTC Says THIS

Tatkal Ticket Booking: Passengers can book the Tatkal E-tickets for select trains one day before the journey date, excluding the day of travel from the originating station.

03 Apr 2025

IRCTC Brings Exclusive Discover Northeast Tour, Offers 33% Discount On Tickets

IRCTC Special Offer: The Indian Railways has been running many special tourist trains operated by the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). Now, the IRRCTC has brought a 'North East Discovery' tour to enable passengers/tourists to cover North East frontier states - a land that has remained hidden and inaccessible for a long time. The 14-night and 15-day trip will take tourists to key northeastern cities. The tour will commence on 22.04.2025.

04 Mar 2025

IRCTC, IRFC Gain Navratna Status: How Does It Benefit Both Companies?

The new Navratna status will give these companies (IRCTC, IRFC) more autonomy in taking financial decisions.

03 Mar 2025

Centre Grants 'Navratna' Status to IRCTC, IRFC, Enhancing Operational Freedom

Similarly, IRFC is a Ministry of Railways CPSE with an annual turnover of Rs 26,644 crore, profit after tax of Rs 6,412 crore, and net worth of Rs 49,178 crore for the financial year 2023-24.

11 Feb 2025

IRCTC Posts 14 Per Cent Rise In Q3 Net Profit At Rs 341 Crore

The board of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) approved a second interim dividend of Rs 3 per share along with its financial results for the third quarter of the financial year 2024-25 (FY25) on Tuesday.

07 Feb 2025

Why Booking Train Tickets Online Costlier Than Counter Fare? — Govt Explains

Responding to questions raised by Sanjay Raut regarding discrepancies in IRCTC ticket pricing, the government explained the reasons why the prices of tickets are higher when booked online.

24 Jan 2025

Man Washes Tea Container Using Water From Train Toilet In Viral Video

The video garnered over 80 million views after it went viral on social media.

train vandalism

31 Dec 2024

Man Vandalizes Train Coach In Viral Video Made For Instagram Reel

In a recent viral video on social media, a young boy is seen tearing a seat cover inside an Indian Railway coach and throwing it out of the window of a moving train.

Indian Railways

13 Dec 2024

IRCTC To Waive Cancellation Charges For Waitlisted Tickets? Railways Says...

IRCTC Ticket Cancellation Charges: Now, Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Choudhary questioned Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in the Lok Sabha about levying cancellation charges for waitlisted tickets and asked if the Railways plans to do away with the charges.

02 Nov 2024

From IRCTC Ticket Booking To SBI: 7 Key Changes Come Into Effect From Nov 1

From IRCTC Ticket Booking To SBI And ICICI Credit Card Updates: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has unveiled a new framework for Domestic Money Transfers (DMT) reportedly. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways has reduced the advance ticket booking period from 120 to 60 days. LPG rates are updated, and SBI and ICICI Bank have revised their credit card fees. Adding further, TRAI has introduced message traceability measures to help reduce spam and fraud.

Indian Railways

30 Oct 2024

Rs 100 Deducted For Waitlisted Train Ticket Cancellation; IRCTC Responds

Passengers are voicing other concerns, particularly over unconfirmed tickets and last-minute cancellations of confirmed tickets.

Indian Railways

28 Oct 2024

Do You Know Indian Railways' Income? Public Transporter Earned THIS Much

Indian Railways has achieved record milestones in the financial year 2023-2024, surpassing 1,500 metric tons in freight loading and generating a total revenue of Rs 2.40 lakh crore. 648 crore passengers travelled in the particular year which is a of 52 crore from last year and 5,100 kilometres of new tracks were laid.

24 Sep 2024

IRCTC Celebrates Silver Jubilee Week: Enjoy 12% Off On Domestic Flights

Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) Ltd., a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India is celebrating its Silver Jubilee Week, they announced a special offer of 12% off on Indigo domestic and international flights booked through its platform. This exclusive promotion is valid from September 26th to 28th, 2024, and is applicable for travel between October 3rd, 2024, and March 31st, 2025.

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation

13 Sep 2024

LIC Hikes Stake In Railway Sector 'Miniratna' PSU IRCTC To 9.3%

IRCTC is a Mini Ratna and the only company authorized by the Indian Government to provide online tickets, catering services, and packaged drinking water at railway stations and trains in India.

28 Aug 2024

Why Indian Railways Provides White Bed Sheet In Trains? Check Out

Indian Railways has a vast network that stretches across the entire country and facilitates the travel of millions of people daily. You must have observed that passengers in AC coaches are provided with white bed sheets and pillows. Have you ever wondered why only white linens are used, rather than colourful ones in shades of red, yellow, or blue? Is there a specific reason behind this?

25 Aug 2024

9:45 Or 10:59... What Is Best Time For Tatkal Ticket Booking?

Tatkal booking in IRCTC allows last-minute train ticket reservations, opening at 10:00 AM for AC classes and 11:00 AM for non-AC. Log in by 9:45 AM for AC and 10:45 AM for non-AC to secure your spot. Utilize IRCTC's master list for quick booking and better organization.

Vande Bharat Express

20 Aug 2024

Vande Bharat Premium Image Stained As Cockroach Found In Meal; People React

The complaint has also filed by the passenger.

Oldest Railway Stations In India

03 Aug 2024

Howrah Junction To Old Delhi: 8 Oldest And Iconic Railway Stations In India

From Howrah Junction to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, India is home to some of the oldest and most iconic railway stations. These historic landmarks, including Mumbai's CST and Kolkata's Howrah, showcase the rich heritage of Indian railways. They stand as symbols of the country's progress and architectural brilliance. Discover the fascinating stories and timeless charm of these stations that have been pivotal in India's railway history. Scroll down for the list of oldest railway stations in India.

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