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'Nobody will fly': India's plane versus train battle gets a twist

India's Railway Minister said upcoming bullet trains will dominate short-haul routes like Mumbai-Pune and Bengaluru-Chennai, mirroring global trends. This strategic shift prioritises high-speed rail for premium intercity travel, potentially reshaping India's transport landscape and economic integration by compressing travel times and fostering regional growth.

The Economic Times

Railway utilised 98 pc capex by Feb-end; trains to dominate flights in new corridors: Vaishnaw

Indian Railways achieved 98 percent budget utilization for FY26. New high-speed corridors will significantly cut travel times, making trains the preferred mode over flights. Mumbai to Pune will take 28 minutes, and Delhi to Varanasi just 3 hours and 50 minutes. The railway network has seen extensive electrification and new…

The Economic Times

“Expected Chaos, Found Kindness”: Austrian Traveller’s Indian Railways Story Wins Hearts

What was expected to be a risky journey turned into a deeply memorable cultural experience for an Austrian traveller aboard India’s bustling railway network. Chiara, a backpacker from Austria, recently shared her story of travelling on Indian Railways—and her experience is now capturing widespread attention online. Like many first-time visitors,…

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Pet Travel on Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains: How the Pet Box Facility Works in India

Pet travel is no longer a niche concern for Indian passengers. With more people considering pets as part of the family, travel planning now increasingly includes arrangements for them as well. As discussions around Vande Bharat sleeper trains grow, one feature that is drawing attention is the pet box facility…

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Trains Cancelled Till April 26 Check Your Route Now

Imagine reaching the station ticket in hand, bags packed Only to hear your train isn’t coming. No warning. No clear announcement. Just confusion. Right now, thousands of passengers across Bihar are facing this reality as major disruptions hit Indian Railways. Between April 18 and April 26, several trains are cancelled,…

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New Train Ticket Rules 2026: Don’t Make This Costly Mistake

If you’ve ever canceled a train ticket at the last moment, you know the frustration of losing money. In 2026, Indian Railways has completely revised ticket refund rules, and missing even a small detail could cost you a significant part of your fare. From new penalty windows to zero-refund deadlines,…

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Indian Railways Shifts to Alternate Cooking Methods Amid LNG Supply Disruptions

India’s railway catering services are preparing for operational adjustments after a reported cut in liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies linked to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. In response, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has directed all its licensees operating food centres at railway stations to adopt…

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Railsong by Rahul Bhattacharya review – a heartfelt tale of life on the Indian railways

We follow one woman across decades of change in this deeply compassionate novel of independence and dreams

The Guardian - UK

How to book a ticket for your pet on Indian Railways: Rules, charges and step-by-step process explained

Traveling with pets in India is no longer as complex as it appeared to be. While there are size and breed restrictions for air travel, train travel in Indian Railways provides a convenient and cost-effective solution for pet owners, provided you follow the proper procedure. Here’s everything you need to…

Times Pets

After 145 years, Darjeeling Himalayan railway gets its first woman traveling ticket examiner on tour duty

In a historic moment for Indian Railways, Sarita Yolmo has made history by becoming the first woman Traveling Ticket Examiner (TTE) to be given Tour Duty on the famous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. This moment is a proud achievement not only for the historical railway line but also for the Northeast…

Times Life

The Social Life of Indian Trains review: A journey that misses out many worlds

Indian railways, as a social microcosm of the country, have long figured in reflections and commentary on India. They find their way into literary narratives of many kinds, and into screen portrayals too. In these tellings, the train carries a cross-section: class, region, habit, speech, and silence, held together in…

Newslaundry

Is it the end of the line for one of India’s most distinctive garments?

The bandhgala jacket will no longer be part of the formal uniform for Indian Railways staff, following claims it symbolises a ‘colonial mindset’

The Guardian - UK

High-speed passenger train kills 7 elephants crossing railway tracks in northeast India

Seven wild Asiatic elephants were killed and a calf was injured when a high-speed passenger train collided with a herd in Assam, India

The Independent UK

130 kmph tracks, 55 kmph speed: Why are Indian trains still this slow despite Mission Raftaar?

In March 2025, the Ministry of Railways had stated that most of its divisions maintain “over 90% punctuality”. Behind the headline figure lies the everyday reality of passengers, with the punctuality index actually declining. Reliance on diesel locomotives, signal failures and congestion lead to most delays, data show and experts say.

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Viral train noodle-cooking video sparks safety crackdown in India

Viral clip shows safety breach as officials warn passengers against high-power appliances during journeys

Dynamite News

Why Are White Sheets Given in The Indian Trains?

If you travel by Indian Railways, you must have noticed that the sheets, pillow covers and towels given to the passengers in AC coaches are mostly white in color. Have you ever wondered why only white sheets are given? Read more at Dynamite News.

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Delhi: 27 trains across Northern India running late due to dense fog

The fog">dense fog has caused significant disruptions to train schedules across Northern India, with several trains running late by hours. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mahakumbh 2025: Railways launches QR-enabled jackets for ticket booking

For the first time, the Prayagraj Railway Division will introduce digital railway tickets through QR codes printed on the jackets of railway employees. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian Railways clarifies on 'misleading' reports on free travel during 'Maha Kumbh'

The Indian Railways has categorically denied all reports claiming that passengers will be allowed to travel for free during the 'Maha Kumbh Mela', calling all such reports as "baseless and misleading". Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Doctor performs life saving CPR on patient in train, but health experts are upset: Know why

Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has recently shared a video on microblogging platform X, in which a doctor is performing CPR on an old person. "Our dedicated Indian Railways' team," the minister has captioned the 1 min long video, in which we can see the doctor giving mouth to mouth…

The Independent UK

How a man’s fight with his wife on phone led to a misdirected train and £270k loss for Indian Railways

A misunderstood ‘Ok’ sparked a costly train error, suspension and a protracted marital breakdown

Dynamite News

Indian Railways to run special trains across country on Chhath Puja

Indian Railways is running special trains across the country to ensure the safe travel of passengers. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Indian Railways washes blankets monthly: Health risks for train travelers

A report on Indian Railways has raised concerns around the hygiene and cleanliness of one of the biggest transporters of the world. Lakhs of passengers commute using Indian Railways on a daily basis and any lapse in cleanliness can be a bigger threat.

The Times of India

The 19th All India Shri Hanuman Singh Memorial Handball Championship in Jaipur from October 16 to 18

JAIPUR: The 19th All India Shri Hanuman Singh Memorial Women's Handball Championship will be organised jointly by Rajasthan State Handball Association and Hanuman Singh Foundation under the aegis of Handball Association India here at Sawai Man Singh Indoor Stadium from October 16 to 18. The three-day tournament, which will be…

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PM Modi flags off 6 Vande Bharat trains virtually

Six Vande Bharat trains entered the Indian Railways fleet on Sunday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the trains from Tatanagar in Jharkhand. Read further on Dynamite News:

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