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How IRCTC Is Using AI And 2,300 Cameras To Fight Food Pests
- Thursday June 4, 2026
- India News | Reported by Pallav Mishra, Edited by Nikhil Pandey
According to IRCTC, it is now delivering approximately 60 Crores meals annually to passengers across the Indian Railways network.
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www.ndtv.com
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Passenger Shows Insect In Egg Biryani Served On Train, Railways Seals Kitchen
- Tuesday April 28, 2026
- Written by Jigyasa Kakwani, Edited by Neha Grover
"Punitive action has been taken against the service provider, and the kitchen unit has been sealed for comprehensive cleaning and pest control," IRCTC said in response to the food complaint.
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food.ndtv.com
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Vande Bharat Passenger Finds Insect In Dal Chawal, IRCTC Slaps Rs 10 Lakh Penalty On Vendor
- Tuesday April 7, 2026
- Food | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani
Responding to the incident, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) said that "a hefty penalty of Rs 10 lakh along with a termination notice of the contract is being issued to the service provider."
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www.ndtv.com
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Woman Claims Food On Vande Bharat Triggered Allergy, IRCTC Says Inspection Found Meal "Satisfactory"
- Thursday April 2, 2026
- India News | Edited by Ritu Singh
According to her post on X, she experienced noticeable swelling and discomfort shortly after consuming the onboard food.
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www.ndtv.com
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Worms Found In Amul Curd On Vande Bharat, Indian Railways Summons Brand
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Food | Written by Nikita Nikhil
IRCTC has sought an explanation from Amul after passengers complained of spoiled curd being served on a Vande Bharat train.
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www.ndtv.com
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Indian Railways Fines IRCTC Rs 60 Lakh After Insects Found In Food On Vande Bharat Express
- Thursday March 26, 2026
- Travel | Edited by NDTV Travel Desk
The Railways took swift action and terminated the caterer’s contract responsible for the train's food
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Woman Highlights Issue Of Heating Food Sealed In Plastic Packaging On Vande Bharat, IRCTC Responds
- Friday February 20, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Astitva Raj
Responding to the viral post, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation stated that the packaging is suitable for service as per the temperature standards followed on trains.
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www.ndtv.com
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Vande Bharat Passenger Raises Concern Over Rotis Heated In Plastic Packets. Is It Safe Or Harmful?
- Thursday February 19, 2026
- Written by Nikita Nikhil
The passenger questioned staff about heating rotis in sealed plastic, noting the packet carried no microwave-safe marking or guidance.
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food.ndtv.com
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How To Order Food On Trains Online: Hot Meals Delivered To Your Seat in India
- Wednesday November 5, 2025
- Travel | Written by Payal, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
The biggest advantage is the comfort of receiving hot, freshly prepared meals directly at your seat. FSSAI approved partner restaurants maintain food safety and hygiene standards, making this a more reliable option than random station vendors.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Train vs Bus In India: Which One Wins On Comfort, Cost And Convenience
- Thursday September 4, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
Here is a guide that breaks down the options, helping you choose what works best for your style and your wallet. Read on.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Catering Firm Found Violating Safety Norms By Cooking Food Using Cylinders On Poorva Express
- Wednesday November 27, 2024
- Travel | Press Trust of India
Railway officials say the said firm was found flouting the contractual terms during an inspection by IRCTC officials earlier as well and a warning letter was issued to it but the firm failed to mend its ways.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Mumbai Man Finds Cockroach In Dal Served On Vande Bharat Train, Railways Responds
- Wednesday August 21, 2024
- Food | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani, Edited by Neha Grover
A man travelling from Shirdi to Mumbai reportedly found a cockroach in the dal served on the Vande Bharat train.
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www.ndtv.com
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How IRCTC Is Using AI And 2,300 Cameras To Fight Food Pests
- Thursday June 4, 2026
- India News | Reported by Pallav Mishra, Edited by Nikhil Pandey
According to IRCTC, it is now delivering approximately 60 Crores meals annually to passengers across the Indian Railways network.
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www.ndtv.com
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Passenger Shows Insect In Egg Biryani Served On Train, Railways Seals Kitchen
- Tuesday April 28, 2026
- Written by Jigyasa Kakwani, Edited by Neha Grover
"Punitive action has been taken against the service provider, and the kitchen unit has been sealed for comprehensive cleaning and pest control," IRCTC said in response to the food complaint.
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food.ndtv.com
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Vande Bharat Passenger Finds Insect In Dal Chawal, IRCTC Slaps Rs 10 Lakh Penalty On Vendor
- Tuesday April 7, 2026
- Food | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani
Responding to the incident, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) said that "a hefty penalty of Rs 10 lakh along with a termination notice of the contract is being issued to the service provider."
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www.ndtv.com
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Woman Claims Food On Vande Bharat Triggered Allergy, IRCTC Says Inspection Found Meal "Satisfactory"
- Thursday April 2, 2026
- India News | Edited by Ritu Singh
According to her post on X, she experienced noticeable swelling and discomfort shortly after consuming the onboard food.
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www.ndtv.com
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Worms Found In Amul Curd On Vande Bharat, Indian Railways Summons Brand
- Monday March 30, 2026
- Food | Written by Nikita Nikhil
IRCTC has sought an explanation from Amul after passengers complained of spoiled curd being served on a Vande Bharat train.
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www.ndtv.com
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Indian Railways Fines IRCTC Rs 60 Lakh After Insects Found In Food On Vande Bharat Express
- Thursday March 26, 2026
- Travel | Edited by NDTV Travel Desk
The Railways took swift action and terminated the caterer’s contract responsible for the train's food
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Woman Highlights Issue Of Heating Food Sealed In Plastic Packaging On Vande Bharat, IRCTC Responds
- Friday February 20, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Astitva Raj
Responding to the viral post, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation stated that the packaging is suitable for service as per the temperature standards followed on trains.
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www.ndtv.com
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Vande Bharat Passenger Raises Concern Over Rotis Heated In Plastic Packets. Is It Safe Or Harmful?
- Thursday February 19, 2026
- Written by Nikita Nikhil
The passenger questioned staff about heating rotis in sealed plastic, noting the packet carried no microwave-safe marking or guidance.
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food.ndtv.com
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How To Order Food On Trains Online: Hot Meals Delivered To Your Seat in India
- Wednesday November 5, 2025
- Travel | Written by Payal, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
The biggest advantage is the comfort of receiving hot, freshly prepared meals directly at your seat. FSSAI approved partner restaurants maintain food safety and hygiene standards, making this a more reliable option than random station vendors.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Train vs Bus In India: Which One Wins On Comfort, Cost And Convenience
- Thursday September 4, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
Here is a guide that breaks down the options, helping you choose what works best for your style and your wallet. Read on.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Catering Firm Found Violating Safety Norms By Cooking Food Using Cylinders On Poorva Express
- Wednesday November 27, 2024
- Travel | Press Trust of India
Railway officials say the said firm was found flouting the contractual terms during an inspection by IRCTC officials earlier as well and a warning letter was issued to it but the firm failed to mend its ways.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Mumbai Man Finds Cockroach In Dal Served On Vande Bharat Train, Railways Responds
- Wednesday August 21, 2024
- Food | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani, Edited by Neha Grover
A man travelling from Shirdi to Mumbai reportedly found a cockroach in the dal served on the Vande Bharat train.
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www.ndtv.com