Indian Railways
Indian Railways Deploys 116 Additional Coaches Across 37 Premium Trains Following Flight Cancellations
Dec 06, 2025 11:41 am CST
In response to widespread flight cancellations, Indian Railways has significantly expanded capacity by adding 116 coaches to 37 premium trains nationwide. Southern Railway leads with enhancements to 18 trains, while special services connect major corridors including Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Thiruvananthapuram routes to accommodate stranded travelers.
OTP Verification Now Mandatory for Tatkal Railway Tickets Purchased at Reservation Counters
Dec 03, 2025 10:31 pm CST
Indian Railways has implemented a new OTP-based verification system for Tatkal ticket purchases at reservation counters to enhance security and ensure genuine passengers have better access to last-minute bookings. Initially tested on 52 trains, this anti-fraud measure will soon be extended to all trains nationwide, complementing the earlier Aadhaar verification requirements for online bookings.
IRCTC Clarifies: No Mandatory Halal Certification for Non-Vegetarian Meals on Indian Railways
Nov 28, 2025 02:34 am CST
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has officially clarified that there are no guidelines requiring Halal certification for non-vegetarian meals served on trains, addressing concerns about religious discrimination in railway catering services. IRCTC confirms all food adheres to FSSAI standards as approved by the Union government.
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.
Vande Bharat Creator Sudhanshu Mani Reviews Train After 7-Year Wait: Praises Innovation, Highlights Occupancy Challenges
Nov 26, 2025 01:31 am CST
After seven years, Sudhanshu Mani, the engineer behind India's indigenous semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express, finally experienced the train as a passenger. His comprehensive review praises the hygienic food service and design improvements while highlighting concerns about poor occupancy and advocating for the development of a sleeper variant to increase the train's practicality on longer routes.
Lalu Yadav: The Resilient Political Force Behind Bihar's RJD Legacy
Nov 14, 2025 01:37 am CST
Explore Lalu Yadav's remarkable political journey from humble beginnings to becoming Bihar's influential leader, transforming Indian Railways, surviving the fodder scam controversy, and now mentoring his son Tejashwi Yadav as the RJD's future. This comprehensive profile examines his political resilience, accomplishments, controversies, and enduring influence in Indian politics.
India's Indigenous Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Successfully Achieves 180 KPH During Comprehensive Trials
Nov 11, 2025 10:34 pm CST
India's domestically manufactured Vande Bharat sleeper train has successfully completed high-speed trials at 180 kilometers per hour in both loaded and empty conditions. The tests, conducted in the Kota division of West Central Railways, represent a significant milestone for Indian Railways' "Mission Raftar" and "Make in India" initiatives, showcasing the country's growing technological self-reliance in railway innovation.
Man Takes Bath in Moving Train for Social Media Fame, Faces Legal Action from Indian Railways
Nov 10, 2025 09:14 pm CST
A passenger named Pramod Shriwas was caught bathing in the corridor of a moving train near Jhansi station, deliberately creating content for social media fame. The North Central Railway has identified the man and initiated legal proceedings against him through the Railway Protection Force (RPF) for this inappropriate behavior that disturbed fellow passengers and misused public transportation facilities.
Indian Railways Takes Action After Viral Video Shows Attendant Throwing Garbage From Moving Train
Nov 09, 2025 04:24 pm CST
A viral video capturing an Indian Railways attendant throwing garbage from the Sealdah-Ajmer Express has prompted swift disciplinary action. The November 2025 incident, documented by passenger Abhishek Singh, resulted in the employee's removal from service and penalties for the contractor responsible. The controversy has sparked wider discussions about waste management practices and environmental responsibility within India's railway system.