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How technology is democratising entrepreneurship in India

Digital tools are democratising Indian entrepreneurship and empowering individuals. Open networks, affordable smartphones, and national digital infrastructure are lowering barriers related to cost, distance, and trust. This shift is fostering growth in Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns, with increasing participation from women, although deep-tech sectors still lag behind.

18 trains cancelled amid heavy rains in Punjab, New Delhi-Katra Vande Bharat and more included

Due to heavy rains and floods in Punjab, the Railways has cancelled eighteen trains. This includes the New Delhi-Katra Vande Bharat Express. The down line is affected because of erosion of Chakki river. Tracks from Pathankot to Kandori are damaged. The Jammu route will be most affected. The cancelled trains will remain so until further notice.

Railways updates schedule of 3rd Vande Bharat train: Full route, new timings, stoppages & ticket price inside

The Mumbai Central–Gandhinagar Vande Bharat Express, India's third Vande Bharat train, now includes Navsari as an additional stop, increasing its halts to eight. Covering 521 km in 6 hours and 30 minutes, the train operates six days a week, excluding Wednesday. Passengers can choose between AC Chair Car and Executive Chair Car options for a comfortable journey.

Gen Z & Gen Alpha need subtitles for parents? Decoding ancient slang

India Post's Registered Post service is retiring, prompting a nostalgic look back at pre-digital era relics. The article reminisces about dial-up internet, blue aerogrammes, and technologies like floppy disks and cassette tapes. It highlights the stark contrast between the slow-paced past and today's instant digital access, showcasing a world transformed by technology.

With 60-day booking rule in place, what’s right time to book train ticket this festive season

With the festive season approaching in India, train ticket bookings are surging, making it difficult for passengers to secure confirmed reservations. Indian Railways reduced the advance booking period to 60 days, but high demand often leads to tickets selling out quickly.

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.

Passenger Reservation System can book 25,000 tickets per minute: Railway minister

Indian Railways is undergoing a complete overhaul of its Passenger Reservation System (PRS) to significantly boost its capacity. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha that the current PRS can handle 25,000 tickets per minute, and the upgrade aims to more than quadruple this capacity.

Watch: Railway office officer caught in viral video beating and pushing passenger out of train, sparking public fury

A Railway Protection Force (RPF) officer is under investigation after a video surfaced showing him allegedly attempting to push a passenger off a train at Delhi Sarai Rohilla station. The RPF claims the incident occurred while the train was stationary after an alarm chain was pulled, and the officer was removing the man for failing to provide identification.

Railways to go airport mode: Luggage to be weighed at stations, fines for oversize bags soon

Indian Railways will enforce strict baggage rules, requiring passengers to weigh luggage at select stations, with excess weight or bulky items incurring penalties. Baggage limits will vary by class. Redeveloped stations like Prayagraj Junction will feature premium retail outlets and airport-like amenities. From Dec 2026, only ticketed passengers may access terminal areas, mirroring air travel protocols.

Free sandwich, free wi-fi, Rs 1,200 bank bill: Inside India’s airport lounge economy

Airport lounges in India seem free, but the reality is different. Banks and card networks cover the cost, paying operators between Rs 600 and Rs 1,200 per domestic visit, or $25 to $35 internationally. They use lounge access to build loyalty and drive spending. Lounges in turn profit from volume, partnerships, and limited paid passes. With usage soaring, overcrowding is pushing banks to tighten rules, capping visits and cutting guest access. Travellers still save money, but the fine print is getting stricter.

Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and return potential of more than 20% in 1 year

The street is rejoicing over the expected GST rate cut. But there is another side to the story: Will the rationalization lead to a decline in the overall GST collection? This is critical as it is government spending that has powered the economic engine for the last many years, including infrastructure like railways, roads, and ports. So, the economy can ill afford any cut in this spending. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.

7 amazing Indian Railways facts beyond tickets and tracks

130,000 stranded daily: How Air Canada’s pay dispute is wrecking summer travel

Air Canada has halted all flights after more than 10,000 flight attendants walked off the job early Saturday, stranding about 130,000 passengers each day during peak summer travel. The strike, led by the Canadian Union of Public Employees, follows months of deadlocked negotiations over pay and unpaid duties. The shutdown has disrupted flights to India and beyond, leaving many travellers facing cancelled trips and soaring rebooking costs. Refunds are being offered, but alternatives are limited as planes across the industry remain full.

Heist of 1983, IPL and Dhoni's epic triple: India's greatest cricketing feats in post-independence era

In the history of India cricket after independence, Team India has made the nation proud, raised the tricolour high on many occasions. Be it team performances or individual milestones, there is nothing that the Men in Blue have not achieved.

IRCTC Q1 Results: PAT rises 8% YoY to Rs 331 crore

IRCTC posted an 8% YoY rise in Q1 FY26 net profit to Rs 331 crore, driven by internet ticketing and tourism growth, despite sequential declines and mixed segment performance.

IRCTC offers 20% discount on railway ticket booking from Aug 14, 2025, but there’s a catch

Booking starts from August 15: This is good news for anyone planning a five-week vacation with family during the Diwali and Chhath holidays. Bookings for the round-trip package, which is being offered on an experimental basis, will begin from August 14, 2025.

When Made-in-India engines alarmed the British

The British colonial railway system in India, often romanticised, was primarily an instrument of economic exploitation. Designed to extract resources and control the subcontinent, it prioritised British interests over Indian industry. Indian-built engines were banned to favour British imports, and the railway network facilitated the shipment of raw materials to British factories.

How Indian Railways went from colonial steam engines to Vande Bharat

Indian Railways began its journey in 1853, connecting Bombay and Thane. It transformed from steam engines to modern trains like Vande Bharat Express. The network was nationalised post-independence. Key milestones include Rajdhani Express and Kolkata Metro. Now, Indian Railways focuses on speed and technology. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project aims for completion by 2029.

Pakistan: Bomb blast derails six bogies of Jaffar Express in Balochistan, no casualties reported

A bomb blast derailed six bogies of the Jaffar Express in Balochistan's Mastung district, but fortunately, no lives were lost. The incident occurred near Spezand station, prompting security forces to cordon off the area and initiate a search operation.

Indian Railways offers rebate in tickets to stagger Diwali rush

Indian Railways will offer a 20% rebate on the base fare of round-trip tickets booked outside the peak Diwali travel period to ease congestion at stations. The discount applies only to confirmed onward and return journeys for the same passengers, booked together, and excludes trains with flexi-fares such as Tejas, Shatabdi, Rajdhani and Duronto.

Indian Railways to give 20% off on return tickets under new ‘Round Trip Package’. Check eligibility and other conditions

Indian Railways will launch a “Round Trip Package” scheme from August 14, 2025, offering a 20% discount on the base fare of return journeys booked with onward tickets during the festival season. The offer applies to confirmed tickets in the same class and route for both directions, with onward travel between October 13–26, 2025, and return travel between November 17–December 1, 2025.

Don't be late - Like the Japanese!

A Shinkansen conductor in Japan recently apologized and refunded all passengers due to a 35-second delay, highlighting the nation's extreme punctuality standards. This incident, exceeding the Shinkansen's average 24-second delay, isn't isolated. In contrast, India's relaxed approach to time makes such meticulousness seem almost unimaginable, where delays are common and punctuality is often overlooked.

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.