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Ghaziabad Railway Station’s Striking New Look Will Take You Back in Time....
The Ghaziabad Junction is a busy transit point for Delhi, Haridwar, Kanpur and Bareilly-bound trains, among others. Around two lakh passengers use it every day, touted to be more than 100 years old....
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Google’s New Virtual Museum Celebrates The Rich History of India’s Vast Rail...
The Indian Railways, the nation’s pride and carrier, had modest beginnings on April 16th,1853, when the first passenger train set out on a 34-kilometre journey, from Mumbai to Thane, carrying around...
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K’Taka Man Runs for Over 3 Km Despite a Limp to Avert Train Tragedy, Saves...
53-year-old Krishna Poojary works at a roadside eatery in Udupi’s Korangrapady village. A few months ago, he was diagnosed with an ailment in his leg which led to a loss of strength in that leg. As a...
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‘World’s Highest’ Leh-Manali Trains To Have Flight-Like Pressurised Cabins!
The Bilaspur-Leh-Manali line along the India-China border happens to have the world’s highest rail track and many other interesting features. It also happens to be the first line to have a train...
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Good News For Passengers! Railways Scraps Flexi-Fare in 47 Trains, Offers...
Passengers can now heave a sigh of relief following the decision of the Indian Railways to revise its flexi-fare system. Unlike earlier, where peak fares were capped at 1.5 times the base fare, it will...
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Attention, Train Passengers! You Can Now Order Fresh Pizza At The Push Of a...
Railway commuters at the Mumbai Central station can now enjoy a fresh pizza and other assorted cuisines from automatic food vending machines at the Gen NX food-vending court. Collaborating with Bueno...
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Starry Nights & Snowy Peaks: Check out Pics of Kalka-Shimla Rail’s New...
A thin mist envelops the sky and the billion stars that embellish it. The mighty Himayalas surround you as your train chugs through the idyllic town of Shimla. While you are sitting inside a train, you...
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Mumbai Girls’ Brilliant Way to Remove Paan Stains Could Save Railways Crores...
Railway stations, roads, roadside walls, and public places in India are never devoid of that telltale red paan stain. As disgusting as it is to see walls coated with it, it takes a lot of effort to...
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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...
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Running for Half a Kilometre Waving Shirts, 2 Youth Avert Major Train Tragedy!
Passengers aboard the Kolhapur-Hyderabad Express had a close shave with death. But thanks to two youngsters and their presence of mind, a major train accident was averted. According to a News18 report,...
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