Railway Board
Indian Railways Confirms No Provision for Halal-Certified Food on Trains
Nov 27, 2025 02:56 am CST
The Railway Board has officially clarified that Indian Railways does not have any provision for serving halal-certified food on trains, responding to NHRC concerns about food practices. Officials confirmed that all meals follow FSSAI guidelines without specific religious certification requirements, addressing misconceptions about non-vegetarian meal preparation on Indian train services.
NHRC Issues Notice to Indian Railways Over Exclusive Halal Meat Policy: Religious Discrimination Concerns
Nov 26, 2025 10:26 pm CST
The National Human Rights Commission has issued a notice to Indian Railways following complaints that serving only halal-processed meat on trains violates religious freedoms and discriminates against Hindu Dalit communities traditionally involved in the meat trade. The NHRC states this practice may violate constitutional rights to equality, religious freedom, and livelihood opportunities, requesting an action report within two weeks.
Indian Railways Deploys 1,205 Special Trains to Manage Chhath Festival Rush
Oct 24, 2025 02:35 am CST
Indian Railways has implemented comprehensive measures to handle the Chhath festival rush, including 1,205 special trains over four days. With enhanced passenger facilities at stations, coordinated monitoring systems, and dedicated holding areas, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms that over 12,000 special trains will operate between October and November 2025, with 2,220 specifically serving Bihar to ensure comfortable and safe travel experiences during this peak festival season.
Rail Neer Gets Cheaper, Indian Railways Reduces Price Of Bottled Water After GST Cuts. Check Details
Sep 21, 2025 06:36 pm CST
Indian Railways has passed on the benefits of GST reforms to passengers by announcing a price reduction.