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45 tunnels & Twice the height of Qutub Minar: Manipur To Have World’s Tallest...
At 73-metres (239.5 feet), the Qutub Minar stands as the tallest minaret in the world made up of bricks. Now imagine a railway bridge twice the height! According to an NDTV report, on December 9, the...
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Alert Motorman Acts Swiftly to Save 3 Students Who Had Slipped on Train Tracks!
Monday morning could have turned into a dark day for three school students and their families if it wasn’t for an alert motorman and railway personnel. Three students of class eight, aged 12-13, left...
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Attention, WL & RAC Ticket Holders: This New Railway Device Could Give You...
Always on the waiting or reservation-against-cancellation (RAC) list? Well, then here’s some good news for you! The Indian Railways will soon give a new tablet device to Travelling Ticket Examiners...
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The Amazing Story of a Railway Junction in Bihar That Doubles Up As a...
At first glance, the Sasaram station in Bihar looks like any other. Passengers waiting to board, trains chugging in and out of the platform, copious amounts of tea being made and consumed, and that all...
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IRCTC Plans Affordable Pod Hotels Packed with Cool Amenities for Station...
Travelling, or rather waiting, for a train in Mumbai is all set to become fancy, innovative and affordable. The Indian Railway Catering Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) is planning to open pod...
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Bogibeel, Train 18 & a Unique University: Indian Railways Had ‘Many Firsts’...
“2018, a year for many firsts,” Railway Minister Piyush Goyal said, referring to the Indian Railways’ achievements in 2018. Indeed, this year, the national transporter had a long list of successes,...
View ArticleIndian Railways Hikes Lower Berth Quota For Elderly, Women Passengers: Facts...
In a move that is sure to enhance passenger comfort and convenience, the Indian Railways has increased the reservation quota of lower berths for women and senior citizens! The national transporter...
View ArticleIndian Railways: Avail Emergency Quota For Medical Trips & Get Deduction in...
A tragic incident which resulted in the death of a one-year-old girl due to the lack of a reserved seat in the train has brought into the light the lack of awareness around emergency quota seats in the...
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Railways to Follow Airlines’ Model: Now Check Status of Seats While Booking...
Soon, while booking a train ticket, you’ll be able to see the status of the seats available. Following a practice in the commercial airline industry, the Indian Railways is working on a proposal...
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‘No Tips Please’& Green Field Kitchens: 7 Things IRCTC Plans to Do in 2019
A slew of changes are in store for railways commuters, as the Indian Railways is rolling out several amenities in 2019 to enhance its passenger experience and ensure transparency in catering services....
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Arrive 20 Mins Prior to Departure: Railways Plans Airport-Like Security at...
In an effort to replicate the security measures and facilities that are in place in airports and flights, the Indian Railways is following their practices. Last week, the national carrier announced...
View ArticleIndian Railways: Job Openings at RITES for Engineers, Salary Upto Rs 5.5...
Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) is inviting applications for engineering professionals on a contract basis. There are four job openings for the posts of site engineer (electrical),...
View ArticleIndian Railways: NHSRCL Announces Job Openings For Managerial Roles
The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) is inviting applications for the position of GM (finance), AGM (finance) and general manager (O and M). The appointment will be made on a...
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A Freedom Fighter’s Idea Revolutionised India’s Rail Travel Making it...
In a 2005 column for The Hindu, historian Ramachandra Guha argued that since the dawn of Independence, there are only a few Government of India ministers who “shall be remembered for having carried...
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Mumbai Rains: Railways Builds ‘Waterproof’ Engine That’ll Work in 12 Inches...
While monsoons in Mumbai create the most romantic atmosphere at its iconic public spots, more often than not, the rains prove to be a bane to the common people. Hosts of office goers, wait at the...
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IRCTC’s ‘Madad’&‘Menu’ Apps Launched: Now Check MRP Before Ordering Food On...
In an effort to tackle two critical issues—passenger grievances and overcharging of food items—the Indian Railways and IRCTC will be launching two apps, ‘Rail Madad’ and ‘Menu on Rails’, respectively...
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Delhi to Meerut in 60 Minutes: 10 Awesome Facts About This High-Speed Corridor!
Awaiting clearance from the Delhi government, the high-speed Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), will cut the travel time between Delhi and Meerut by around 60 minutes, reports the Times of India....
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10 Awesome New Ideas by IRCTC Making Train Travel Better for Passengers!
This year has been a year of innovation and change for the Indian Railways. Trying to obliterate the conception that most people have, the national carrier has aimed to be cleaner, greener and above...
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88 Life-Saving Equipment, Meds To Now Be Available on All Trains & Stations!
The Indian Railways has been taking measures to improve medical facilities in response to the death of a railway officer due to cardiac arrest, on a Jaipur-Kota train. The Supreme Court then issued...
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Train Running Late? Here’s The Meal You Are Entitled To, Courtesy IRCTC!
Being right on time, every time is a tad bit difficult. The Indian Railways has its fair share of delays as well. While some waits are short, others run into hours that are frankly agonising. The...
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