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Tatkal Ticket Reservation New Rule Change: Railway Introduces OTP-Based Booking To Weed Out Scammers

Tatkal Ticket Reservation New Rule Change: Railway Introduces OTP-Based Booking To Weed Out Scammers

Tatkal Ticket Booking Rule Change: During the booking process of a Tatkal Ticket, an OTP will be sent to the mobile number entered by the passenger. The ticket will be confirmed only after the OTP is

Dec 26, 2025, 17:28 PM IST
IRCTC Down? Tatkal Ticket Users Complain Of Repeated ‘Error’ Messages On App; Netizens React; How To Book Train Tickets Online

IRCTC Down? Tatkal Ticket Users Complain Of Repeated ‘Error’ Messages On App; Netizens React; How To Book Train Tickets Online

IRCTC Tatkal Train Tickets Online: The online platform Downdetector recorded a spike in complaints, with 68% of users reporting issues with the IRCTC website. 

Dec 23, 2025, 14:05 PM IST
Indian Railways Slapped Rs 2.8 Crore Fine Over Food Complaints In Last 4 Years: Minister

Indian Railways Slapped Rs 2.8 Crore Fine Over Food Complaints In Last 4 Years: Minister

In order to take passenger feedback, the complaint management system over Indian Railways has been strengthened, simplified and made more accessible over the last few years through the introduction

Dec 20, 2025, 19:20 PM IST
38 Railways Projects Worth Rs 89,780 Crore Sanctioned In Maharashtra: Centre

38 Railways Projects Worth Rs 89,780 Crore Sanctioned In Maharashtra: Centre

To enhance passenger carrying capacity, 238 rakes of 12 cars each with doors have been sanctioned under MUTP-III and IIIA at a cost of Rs 19,293 crore.

Dec 20, 2025, 15:39 PM IST
Indian Railways Electrifies 99.2 Per Cent Of Broad-Gauge Network, Pips Many Nations

Indian Railways Electrifies 99.2 Per Cent Of Broad-Gauge Network, Pips Many Nations

The CCTV Surveillance system has been provided at 1,731 stations and 11,953 coaches for ensuring safe and secure journey for railway passengers.  

Dec 17, 2025, 19:12 PM IST
India’s Rail Electrification Drive Crosses 99 Per Cent Of Total Network-Details Here

India’s Rail Electrification Drive Crosses 99 Per Cent Of Total Network-Details Here

The minister said that till November 2025, about 812 megawatt (MW) of solar plants and about 93 MW of wind power plants have been commissioned, which are meeting the traction requirements of Indian

Dec 14, 2025, 19:10 PM IST
Indian Railways Records 18 Per Cent Jump In Production Of Hi-Tech LHB Coaches

Indian Railways Records 18 Per Cent Jump In Production Of Hi-Tech LHB Coaches

Indian Railways continues to contribute significantly to the goals of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and the ‘Make in India’ initiative by enhancing domestic manufacturing capabilities and reducing dependence

Dec 14, 2025, 18:46 PM IST
Govt Plans To Serve Local Cuisine In Vande Bharat Trains- Details Here

Govt Plans To Serve Local Cuisine In Vande Bharat Trains- Details Here

Aadhaar-based OTP for Tatkal bookings at reservation counters has also been introduced in a phased manner, now implemented in 211 trains (as of December 4). 

Dec 13, 2025, 18:34 PM IST
India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper To Run Between Patna And New Delhi: 1,000 Kms In 8 Hours, 160 Kmph Speed, Luxury Amenities - Reports

India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper To Run Between Patna And New Delhi: 1,000 Kms In 8 Hours, 160 Kmph Speed, Luxury Amenities - Reports

New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Sleeper: Railways plan to start regular services before the New Year. The train is expected to run six days a week, departing Patna in the evening and arriving in Delhi

Dec 10, 2025, 20:40 PM IST
Indian Railways Expands Kavach 4.0 On Another 738 Km Route: Check Details

Indian Railways Expands Kavach 4.0 On Another 738 Km Route: Check Details

Kavach aids the Loco Pilot in running of trains within specified speed limits by automatic application of brakes in case Loco Pilot fails to do so and also helps the trains to run safely during

Dec 05, 2025, 21:19 PM IST
Delhi Metro Achieves New Engineering Feat, Builds Tunnel Beneath Operational Corridor Without Halting Trains

Delhi Metro Achieves New Engineering Feat, Builds Tunnel Beneath Operational Corridor Without Halting Trains

Delhi Metro Tunnel Feet: The tunnelling was carried out between Pulbangash and Sadar Bazar stations using a Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), working directly below an elevated viaduct that carries

Dec 01, 2025, 11:48 AM IST
Pune Metro Phase-2 Extension: Cabinet Approves Kharadi–Khadakwasla Line 4, Nal Stop–Warje–Manik Baug Line 4A - Stations, Length, Other Details

Pune Metro Phase-2 Extension: Cabinet Approves Kharadi–Khadakwasla Line 4, Nal Stop–Warje–Manik Baug Line 4A - Stations, Length, Other Details

Pune Metro Extension: From Kharadi IT Park to Khadakwasla’s scenic tourist belt, and from Hadapsar’s industrial hub to Warje’s residential clusters, Line 4 and 4A will knit together diverse

Nov 26, 2025, 21:52 PM IST
Indian Railways Crosses 1 Billion Tonne Freight Loading In FY26 To Date

Indian Railways Crosses 1 Billion Tonne Freight Loading In FY26 To Date

According to the statement, these measures aim to increase bulk handling capacity, reduce transit time, and lower logistics costs, directly benefiting both industry players and end consumers while

Nov 22, 2025, 13:34 PM IST
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Hits 180 KMPH During Trial Run - Watch Video

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Hits 180 KMPH During Trial Run - Watch Video

The Vande Bharat sleeper variant of the Vande Bharat series is being designed to cater to overnight and long-distance routes, expanding on the existing chair-car-only configuration. 

Nov 06, 2025, 12:45 PM IST
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set For Further Delay As Railway Board Flags Major Issue - Check Reason Here

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set For Further Delay As Railway Board Flags Major Issue - Check Reason Here

Vande Bharat Sleeper Furnishing Issue: The Railway Board has directed immediate corrective measures for the current rake and urged design refinements in future ones. 

Nov 03, 2025, 09:01 AM IST
In A First, Indian Railways Runs Special Train At 85 Kmph On DFC; Opens Opportunity For Passenger Train Operations

In A First, Indian Railways Runs Special Train At 85 Kmph On DFC; Opens Opportunity For Passenger Train Operations

Passenger Train On DFC: According to reports, the train covered a distance of 740 kms in around nine hours with an average speed of 85kmph, with a priority corridor accorded to the train. 

Oct 30, 2025, 18:29 PM IST
Vande Bharat In Black Colour Coming Soon? Videos Go Viral On X - Details

Vande Bharat In Black Colour Coming Soon? Videos Go Viral On X - Details

New Vande Bharat Coming Soon? The train in the black livery shown in the video has drawn widespread attention for its striking appearance, reminiscent of the classic Rajdhani Express design with its

Oct 24, 2025, 21:30 PM IST
Chhath Puja Special: Indian Railways Lines Up 1500 Special Trains For Next 5 Days To Cater To Rush

Chhath Puja Special: Indian Railways Lines Up 1500 Special Trains For Next 5 Days To Cater To Rush

Indian Railways is ensuring that every passenger during their rail journey during the festive season is served well. Besides regular trains, 4,493 special train trips in the last 21 Days, averaging

Oct 22, 2025, 22:00 PM IST
Chhath Puja Preparations: Central Railway Announces 17 Special Trains To Cater To Festive Rush; Check Full List

Chhath Puja Preparations: Central Railway Announces 17 Special Trains To Cater To Festive Rush; Check Full List

Special Trains For Chhath Puja: After reviewing the preparedness, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that 12 lakh railway employees are working round the clock to ensure passengers reach their

Oct 22, 2025, 16:10 PM IST
Railways To Run 7,800 More Trains, War Rooms Monitoring Festive Rush: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways To Run 7,800 More Trains, War Rooms Monitoring Festive Rush: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The War Room has evolved into an effective system overseeing the entire Indian Railways network, with over 80 War Rooms active at the Railway Board, zonal, and divisional levels.

Oct 21, 2025, 23:23 PM IST