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Indian Railways to run record 380 Ganpati Special Trains in 2025 — highest ever
Central Railway will operate the highest number of 296 services, addressing the heavy festive travel demand in Maharashtra and the Konkan region. Western Railway will operate 56 Ganpati Special trips, Konkan Railway (KRCL) 6 trips, and South Western Railway 22 trips.
Several passengers report issues with train ticket booking; IRCTC claims record e-ticket reservations
Several passengers encountered problems while booking train tickets on Tuesday. Users reported login and booking failures. Social media showed complaints about payment issues. Downdetector confirmed a spike in outage reports.
Railway passengers with e-ticket can avail travel insurance at 45 paisa only
Ashwini Vaishnaw says passengers can now opt for travel insurance at just 45 paisa when booking e-tickets. This scheme is available for confirmed and RAC ticket holders booked online. Passengers receive policy details via SMS and email. Insurance companies directly handle claims. Over the past five years, 333 claims were settled, with ₹27.22 Crores paid out.
Indian Railways has deactivated 2.5 crore IRCTC user IDs: Has yours also been deactivated? Check now
Indian Railways took action against online ticket booking fraud. Over 2.5 crore IRCTC user IDs got deactivated due to suspicious activity. This move aims to stop misuse by agents and bots. Aadhaar authentication will be needed for tatkal bookings soon.
Emergency quota for train ticket bookings: Know what are its new rules and how to reserve seats?
Indian Railways has updated its emergency quota (EQ) rules to enhance efficiency. Passengers seeking EQ seats must now apply a day before travel, impacting all train services nationwide. The revised guidelines also address submissions for trains departing on Sundays or public holidays.
Train reservations: After chart timing and Tatkal, railways announces another important change in ticketing process
Indian railways reservation: The Railway Ministry has changed the rules for emergency quota requests. Now, passengers must apply a day before their journey. This applies to all trains. Requests for trains on Sundays or holidays must be made on the previous working day. The ministry asks officers to follow the new timings.
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No Aadhaar, no Tatkal: Railways make OTP verification mandatory for online ticket booking; Here's what you must do
Indian Railways will make Aadhaar OTP verification mandatory for online Tatkal ticket bookings from July 15. This is to ensure fair access and prevent misuse. Passengers need to link their Aadhaar to their IRCTC profile. No bulk bookings will be allowed in the first 30 minutes of Tatkal bookings. Railways urge passengers to update Aadhaar details to avoid inconvenience.
IRCTC changes from Jul 15, 2025: Check these 2 new ticket booking rules for train travelers
Starting July 15, 2025, Indian Railways mandates Aadhaar-based OTP authentication for all Tatkal ticket bookings, online and offline, to curb misuse and improve booking ease. Agents face booking restrictions during peak hours, and train fares for premier services have increased. Reservation charts will now be prepared eight hours before departure, enhancing passenger convenience.
'Is this world-class?': AAP leader Sanjay Singh’s wife slams IRCTC over ‘papad-like roti, watery dal’ on Tejas Express
Anita Singh criticised the food quality on Tejas Express. She described the meal as extremely poor. IRCTC responded that food quality is checked regularly. They also mentioned no similar complaints were received from other passengers. IRCTC offered a replacement meal. A senior official is appointed to ensure better food quality. The incident raises questions about railway food standards.
RailOne is now live: Indian Railways' super app to book IRCTC tickets, check train status and track PNR number
Indian Railways Railone App: Indian Railways has launched the ‘RailOne’ app, a unified platform combining services like reserved/unreserved ticket booking, PNR tracking, Rail Madad, and more. It features single sign-on, R-Wallet integration, and a cleaner interface.
New IRCTC rules to book train tickets from July 2025: Know these seven changes, how they affect you
From July 2025, Indian Railways is implementing reforms to enhance passenger convenience and transparency. These include mandatory Aadhaar authentication for Tatkal bookings via IRCTC, OTP verification at counters and for agents, and revised fare structures for various train services and classes. Reservation charts will now be prepared eight hours before departure, and agents face booking restrictions during peak hours.
Railways launches RailOne Super App
Indian Railways has launched RailOne, a Super App integrating various railway services. This app combines features from over a dozen apps developed by CRIS, including ticket booking, train status tracking, and complaint lodging. IRCTC will continue to levy a convenience fee for reserved ticket bookings within the new application.
Railways to release list of confirmed ticket holders eight hours ahead of departure
Indian Railways is set to improve passenger experience. Confirmed ticket lists will be out eight hours before departure. This offers clarity for waitlisted passengers. A new Passenger Reservation System will be operational by December 2025. It will boost booking and enquiry capacity. Tatkal bookings will require authentication from July 1, 2025. OTP authentication for Tatkal will be implemented soon.
Train delayed, AC not working? Get a refund from Indian Railways by filing a TDR request on IRCTC - know when, how
IRCTC allows you to file a Ticket Deposit Receipt for things like trains running over three hours late, AC not working, or if your train takes a different route
IRCTC shares jump 2% as Indian Railways to hike passenger fares from July 1
Indian Railways is set to increase passenger fares from July 1, 2025, impacting Mail/Express and AC class tickets. Non-AC fares will rise by 1 paisa per kilometre, while AC fares will increase by 2 paise. Suburban and second-class travel up to 500 km will remain unaffected.
New tatkal ticket booking rules: Aadhaar OTP must from July 2025, agents can't book tatkal in first half hour in AC, non-AC coaches and more
Indian Railways is revamping the tatkal ticket booking system. Aadhaar authentication will be mandatory for online bookings from July 1, 2025. OTP verification will be needed at counters and for agents starting July 15, 2025.
How to verify Aadhaar in IRCTC app for tatkal train bookings from July 2025
Effective July 1, 2025, IRCTC introduces new rules for Tatkal ticket booking, requiring Aadhaar authentication for all users via its website and app. Furthermore, from July 15, 2025, an Aadhaar-based OTP will be necessary for online reservations.
Train ticket booking: New mobile app SwaRail launched by IRCTC; step-by-step guide on how to use it railway ticket
IRCTC has introduced 'SwaRail,' a new ticket booking app for Android and iOS, developed by CRIS. Beyond ticket reservations, the app facilitates train planning, real-time tracking, PNR status checks, and food ordering. Users can log in with existing IRCTC credentials or create a new account, streamlining the entire journey experience with features like R-Wallet integration and multilingual support.
IRCTC app and website face outage, frustrated users take to social media over tatkal tickets
IRCTC Website Down: The IRCTC app and website experienced an outage on Thursday morning, preventing users from booking tickets. Many users cited maintenance issues and potential scams as concerns. This is the second outage this month, causing frustration among passengers trying to book tatkal tickets. The IRCTC has not yet responded to the outage.
Indian Railways' new super app: Book tickets, track trains, and everything else you can use it for
Indian Railways will soon introduce a unified “super app” that integrates multiple passenger services into one platform by December. Developed by the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), the app will allow users to book tickets, purchase platform passes, and track train schedules, while IRCTC remains the primary interface for ticketing. The app aims to simplify the travel experience and offers IRCTC an opportunity to boost its revenue.
IRCTC train booking: With 'current ticket' you can book train tickets after chart preparation; how to book 'current ticket'
Indian Railways IRCTC: There is a feature called 'current ticket' which can be used to book train tickets by those who missed booking train ticket under normal or Tatkal quota. This current ticket can be booked after preparation of the chart and on the day of departure of the train. This is different from Tatkal ticket. Read here to know how to book this ticket.
Indian Railways train ticket: Step-by-step guide on how to use IRCTC eWallet to book train tickets
Indian Railway ticket booking: Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has an service called 'eWallet' using which an individual can book train tickets either on the IRCTC app or IRCTC website. Earlier the eWallet had an registration fee however as of February 3, 2024 there is no registration fee to be paid for eWallet by IRCTC.
IRCTC issues warning about fake mobile app campaign to deceive users
IRCTC, the catering and tourism arm of the railways, has warned its customers about the circulation of a malicious mobile app campaign prompting them to open IRCTC Rail Connect to trick them.Stating that it is a fake application, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has asked people not to fall prey to it.
Beware of These Fake Ticketing App: IRCTC issues warning to passengers
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has warned passengers not to download a fraudulent version of its Rail Connect app. Scammers are using phishing links to direct users to an unofficial version of the app. The company is advising customers to download the official app from either Google Play Store or Apple App Store and to report any suspicious activity.
Scam Alert! Malicious mobile app campaign targets IRCTC users; Check what you need to know
“Alert: It has been reported that a malicious and fake mobile app campaign is in circulation where some fraudsters are sending phishing links at a mass level and insisting users download fake ‘IRCTC Rail Connect’ mobile app to trick common citizens into fraudulent activities. People are advised not to fall prey to such fraudsters and use only IRCTC’s official Rail Connect Mobile Apps from Google Play Store or Apple App Store, and call IRCTC Customer Care on official numbers published on IRCTC official website https://irctc.co.in. Be Alert! Be Safe!" tweeted IRCTC.
IRCTC website, app down due to technical glitch. How to book train tickets
Around 14.5 lakh reserved tickets are booked on daily basis in Indian Railways, out of which more than 80% e-tickets are booked through IRCTC.
IRCTC asks its customers to not download this app on your phone
IRCTC said that users should be extra careful while responding to any messages that appeared to be dent by ITCTC. It said that the fraudsters behind the app pretend to be IRCTC and attempt to obtain your personal information, such as your UPI details and other important banking information. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid downloading this app and to remain vigilant against any similar suspicious applications.
IRCTC adds another method for booking rail tickets. Check details here
Now, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation e-wallet users can book rail tickets through its mobile app IRCTC Rail Connect, said IRCTC.
IRCTC app to book train tickets for BlackBerry users
"The official IRCTC App can now be downloaded from BlackBerry Store on BlackBerry-10 smartphones and book train tickets using the App,"
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