The beta version of the new IRCTC website went live around 9pm on July 15.
Indian Railways clarifies the viral video of a priest performing a Hindu puja inside a moving train coach. The luxury saloon car was booked via IRCTC for over ₹3 lakh.
Officials from the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) gathered at the Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur, on July 10 to demonstrate and review the beta version of the long-awaited, revamped IRCTC website.
Are train vendors overcharging you? Check the official Indian Railways catering rules for tea, coffee, and Rail Neer. Know the real rates before you pay.
Stepping into a restaurant that feels like a classic railway carriage is an experience that instantly captures the imagination. Whether you want to convert a real, retired railway coach or build a high-tech dining room where miniature toy trains serve the food, launching a railway-themed eatery in India is an incredible business venture. Here is your complete guide, told through a step-by-step photo story, to turning this creative vision into a thriving reality.
Explore the divine roots of India and Nepal with IRCTC’s new Bharat-Nepal Ashtha Yatra. This 10-day luxury pilgrimage covers Ayodhya, Varanasi, Kathmandu, and Pokhara. Book your spot on the Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist Train now.
India LPG Shortage In Railways: The directive applies to food plazas, refreshment rooms and Jan Aahar outlets operating at railway stations across the country following a reported cut in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) supplies.
Here are 10 major financial changes that will take place from January 2026. Know how your personal and family budget will be impacted by it.
The ticket booking window on the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) opening day will change for Aadhaar-linked IRCTC users from Monday, December 29, as Indian Railways moves to curb misuse by touts and ensure genuine passengers get priority access.
IRCTC Tatkal Ticket Booking:Fraudsters are increasingly using automated bots and software to create fake user accounts, allowing them to book Tatkal train tickets within seconds.
In order to take passenger feedback, the complaint management system over Indian Railways has been strengthened, simplified and made more accessible over the last few years through the introduction of the RailMadad Portal.
Passengers booking Tatkal tickets will now have to undergo mandatory OTP verification starting 1 December 2025. Indian Railways introduces a new security layer to enhance transparency and curb misuse of the high-demand quota. To reinforce the booking system, the Railways has made OTP authentication compulsory across all Tatkal booking platforms.
Indian Railways Child Train Ticket Rule: The updated IRCTC child ticket rules aim to help parents book seats accurately for children aged 5 to 12. Knowing when full fare is charged, when a separate berth is allowed, and selecting the correct option during booking can avoid last-minute travel problems.
A TTE reveals why seniors miss lower berths: The railway system limits the Senior Citizen Quota to a maximum of two eligible passengers per ticket.
IRCTC Holy Kashi Tour Package:For the Holy Kashi package, IRCTC is offering flight connectivity for point-to-point travel, with departures available from select southern cities.
IRCTC Diwali Alert:Passengers can also check details through 139 SMS or the RailYatri app and report suspicious tickets to the IRCTC helpline.
Rail Ticket Booking Rule Change:From October 1, 2025, passengers booking reserved tickets on the IRCTC website or mobile app will need to complete Aadhaar authentication if they wish to book within the first 15 minutes of the reservation window opening.
Indian Railways New Rule: The Railways is also in the process of upgrading its Passenger Reservation System (PRS), being developed by the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS).
Big companies and mid-sized players from sectors like metals, energy, telecom, automobiles, pharma, and infrastructure will share their Q1 (April–June) results.
Vande Bharat Ticket Booking Online On IRCTC: Meanwhile,Indian Railways has launched a new “Round Trip Package for Festival Rush” scheme, offering passengers a 20% discount on the base fare of the return journey.
IRCTC Ramayana Train Tour Price: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is launching the fifth edition of the Shri Ramayana Yatra. It will be a 17-day religious tour covering over 30 iconic sites associated with Lord Ram’s life journey. The initiative was first launched on January 22 last year by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Bookings for the Ramayana Yatra train are now open on the official IRCTC website.
Only Aadhaar authenticated user can book Tatkal tickets on IRCTC Website and App from July 1. Here is the full process to link Aadhaar card with IRCTC.