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Train Ticket Booking Rules Changed From January 12: What Aadhaar-Verified Travellers Should Know
- Tuesday January 13, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni
From January 12, 2026, IRCTC changed first-day train ticket booking rules. Aadhaar-verified users get extended booking access.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Fare Structure Explained, Why It's More Expensive Than Rajdhani
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
The notified fares place the Vande Bharat Sleeper firmly in the premium segment, while a parallel change of booking rules removes long-standing features such as RAC and waiting lists.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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How To Get Discounts On Train Tickets? Indian Railways Launches New Offer On RailOne App
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
RailOne app by the Indian Railways is offering a discount for a specific type of ticket booked through its platform. Find out more below.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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7 Indian Railway Terms Every Traveller Must Know Before Booking
- Wednesday January 7, 2026
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Neha Grover
Indian Railways uses a mix of abbreviations and codes that hold specific meanings, and knowing them can make your travel smoother.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Indian Railways Announces 244 Special Trains For Christmas And New Year Travel
- Friday December 19, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Vaishali Kapila
To ease festive travel during Christmas and New Year, Indian Railways will run special trains on key routes nationwide. Check schedules and secure your tickets early for a hassle-free journey.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Video Showing Patna-Jaynagar Namo Bharat Journey Goes Viral: Check Route
- Wednesday December 10, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
The Patna-Jaynagar Namo Bharat train service is part of a newer generation of intercity trains. Find out more about it below.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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OTP To Be Mandatory For Tatkal Tickets Bought At Reservation Counters
- Wednesday December 3, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
To book Tatkal train tickets from railway reservation counters, passengers will now have to provide a one-time password received on their mobile phones, a move officials say is aimed at curbing misuse of the last-minute ticket booking facility.
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www.ndtv.com
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Indian Passenger Lauds TDR System For Refund After 7-Hour Train Delay: Here's How It Works
- Monday December 1, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
The TDR (Ticket Deposit Receipt) of Indian Railways serves as a reliable safety net, ensuring passengers receive due refunds instead of bearing losses for circumstances beyond their control.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Indian Railways Makes OTP Verification Mandatory For Tatkal Ticket Booking
- Tuesday December 2, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Neha Grover
Indian Railways OTP Verification: This new system for tatkal booking will be applicable across all booking channels, including the IRCTC website, mobile app and railway counters.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Ticket Checker Charged For Pushing Navy Officer's Wife To Death In UP Train
- Monday December 1, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
A ticket examiner was booked for allegedly pushing the wife of a Navy officer to her death from a Patna-Anand Vihar special train near Etawah in Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Friday.
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www.ndtv.com
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Bharat Gaurav Tourist Trains For Rajasthan And Gujarat Launching Soon: Dates, Ticket Price, Route
- Friday November 28, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Neha Grover
Explore Rajasthan and Gujarat like never before with Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC tourist trains launching in January 2026
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Booking Rajdhani Without Meals: Do You Still Get A Water Bottle? New Railways Rules You Need To Know
- Friday November 21, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Neha Grover
If you are confused whether or not you will be served the Rail Neer bottle if you choose the no food option, here's a simple guide to help you get through it.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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IRCTC Child Ticket Policy: Key Rules Parents Must Know Before Booking Train Tickets
- Friday November 14, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
IRCTC Child Ticket Policy: Travelling with children on Indian Railways? Here is a clear, parent-friendly guide to IRCTC's child ticket rules, booking steps, and travel tips that will make your journey easier.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Senior Citizens, Don't Make This Train Ticket Mistake - It Could Affect Your Lower Berth Allotment
- Tuesday November 11, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
The viral video has proven useful for train passengers who often face confusion regarding seat allotments under the senior citizen quota.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Lucknow-Saharanpur Vande Bharat: Route, Time And All You Need To Know
- Saturday November 8, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
The new Vande Bharat train from Lucknow to Saharanpur will in around 7 hours and 45 minutes to reach the final destination.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Train Ticket Booking Rules Changed From January 12: What Aadhaar-Verified Travellers Should Know
- Tuesday January 13, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni
From January 12, 2026, IRCTC changed first-day train ticket booking rules. Aadhaar-verified users get extended booking access.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Fare Structure Explained, Why It's More Expensive Than Rajdhani
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
The notified fares place the Vande Bharat Sleeper firmly in the premium segment, while a parallel change of booking rules removes long-standing features such as RAC and waiting lists.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
How To Get Discounts On Train Tickets? Indian Railways Launches New Offer On RailOne App
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
RailOne app by the Indian Railways is offering a discount for a specific type of ticket booked through its platform. Find out more below.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
7 Indian Railway Terms Every Traveller Must Know Before Booking
- Wednesday January 7, 2026
- Travel | Written by Vaishali Kapila, Edited by Neha Grover
Indian Railways uses a mix of abbreviations and codes that hold specific meanings, and knowing them can make your travel smoother.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Indian Railways Announces 244 Special Trains For Christmas And New Year Travel
- Friday December 19, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Vaishali Kapila
To ease festive travel during Christmas and New Year, Indian Railways will run special trains on key routes nationwide. Check schedules and secure your tickets early for a hassle-free journey.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Video Showing Patna-Jaynagar Namo Bharat Journey Goes Viral: Check Route
- Wednesday December 10, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
The Patna-Jaynagar Namo Bharat train service is part of a newer generation of intercity trains. Find out more about it below.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
OTP To Be Mandatory For Tatkal Tickets Bought At Reservation Counters
- Wednesday December 3, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
To book Tatkal train tickets from railway reservation counters, passengers will now have to provide a one-time password received on their mobile phones, a move officials say is aimed at curbing misuse of the last-minute ticket booking facility.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Indian Passenger Lauds TDR System For Refund After 7-Hour Train Delay: Here's How It Works
- Monday December 1, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
The TDR (Ticket Deposit Receipt) of Indian Railways serves as a reliable safety net, ensuring passengers receive due refunds instead of bearing losses for circumstances beyond their control.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Indian Railways Makes OTP Verification Mandatory For Tatkal Ticket Booking
- Tuesday December 2, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Neha Grover
Indian Railways OTP Verification: This new system for tatkal booking will be applicable across all booking channels, including the IRCTC website, mobile app and railway counters.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Ticket Checker Charged For Pushing Navy Officer's Wife To Death In UP Train
- Monday December 1, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
A ticket examiner was booked for allegedly pushing the wife of a Navy officer to her death from a Patna-Anand Vihar special train near Etawah in Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Friday.
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www.ndtv.com
-
Bharat Gaurav Tourist Trains For Rajasthan And Gujarat Launching Soon: Dates, Ticket Price, Route
- Friday November 28, 2025
- Travel | Edited by Neha Grover
Explore Rajasthan and Gujarat like never before with Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC tourist trains launching in January 2026
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Booking Rajdhani Without Meals: Do You Still Get A Water Bottle? New Railways Rules You Need To Know
- Friday November 21, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Neha Grover
If you are confused whether or not you will be served the Rail Neer bottle if you choose the no food option, here's a simple guide to help you get through it.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
IRCTC Child Ticket Policy: Key Rules Parents Must Know Before Booking Train Tickets
- Friday November 14, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
IRCTC Child Ticket Policy: Travelling with children on Indian Railways? Here is a clear, parent-friendly guide to IRCTC's child ticket rules, booking steps, and travel tips that will make your journey easier.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Senior Citizens, Don't Make This Train Ticket Mistake - It Could Affect Your Lower Berth Allotment
- Tuesday November 11, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
The viral video has proven useful for train passengers who often face confusion regarding seat allotments under the senior citizen quota.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Lucknow-Saharanpur Vande Bharat: Route, Time And All You Need To Know
- Saturday November 8, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil
The new Vande Bharat train from Lucknow to Saharanpur will in around 7 hours and 45 minutes to reach the final destination.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel