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Railways ticketing rules: Emergency quota rules tightened; same-day requests barred

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Indian Railways has revised its emergency quota (EQ) guidelines, mandating requests be submitted a day before travel to ensure timely chart preparation. The new rules ...

Indian Railways monetisation push: NITI Aayog looks at ways to boost transporter’s non-fare revenue; land, solar and tourism options on radar

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NITI Aayog is developing a strategy for Indian Railways to increase revenue beyond fares through asset monetization and public-private partnerships. The initiative aims to make ...

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: Valsad’s Daman Ganga River bridge completed; NHSRCL says 16 out of 21 bridges ready

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The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project achieved a significant milestone with the completion of the Daman Ganga River bridge in Gujarat’s Valsad district, announced NHSRCL. This ...

Indian Railways notifies minor fare hike: New ticket prices effective July 1, 2025 – check how much extra you will pay for AC, non-AC trains

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Indian Railways has announced a slight increase in passenger train fares, set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The Ministry of Railways states that ...

Indian Railways announces three big steps for train ticketing! New charting, Tatkal ticket booking, reservation system – what they means for passengers

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Indian Railways is set to introduce significant changes to its passenger reservation system, aiming to enhance passenger comfort. Key improvements include preparing reservation charts eight ...

Century-old train control systems set for big upgrade! Indian Railways prepares new blueprint; focus on safety and train speed

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Indian Railways is set to overhaul its century-old train control systems, prioritizing safety and efficiency. The Railway Board plans to establish integrated command centers, replacing ...

Train delayed or AC not working? Here’s how you can file a TDR & get a refund

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Indian Railways passengers facing issues like significant delays, non-functional AC, or route diversions can now claim refunds by filing a Ticket Deposit Receipt (TDR) through ...

Indian Railways hikes fares of passenger trains; minor increase in ticket prices effective from July 1, 2025 – check details

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Indian Railways is set to hike passenger train fares for the first time in several years. The minor increase in fares will be effective from ...

From India to Guinea: Indian railways to export 150 Bihar-made locomotives to Africa; 10 things to know about the Rs 3,000 crore deal

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India secures a significant Rs 3,000 crore deal to export locomotives to Guinea, bolstering its global railway manufacturing presence. The ‘Make in India’ initiative will ...

Cheer for passengers! Indian Railways to roll out 50 Namo Bharat AC trains; 100 new MEMUs for short distance travel

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Indian Railways is set to enhance short-distance travel by introducing 50 new Namo Bharat trains and 100 Mainline EMUs. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced these ...