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RailOne App Loophole Lets Commuters Buy Tickets After Boarding, Triggers Ticketless Travel
A glitch in the RailOne app recently affected the Mumbai Suburban Railways, leading to a resurgence of ticketless travel.
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Indian Railways Introduces 30-Minute Window To Change Boarding Station
The facility allows passengers to change their boarding points 30 minutes before the train's departure.
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Confirmed Ticket Cancelled? You Won't Get a Refund If You Do This. New Railways Rule Explained
Indian Railways has announced a set of upcoming reforms, including stricter ticket cancellation rules, improved passenger flexibility, and new freight wagons, aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency and overall service quality.
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Man Complains 82-Year-Old Woman Allotted Upper Berth Despite Other Seats Available, Indian Railways Reacts
In the computerised reservation system of Indian Railways, there is a provision for allotting lower berth automatically to senior citizens and female passengers above the age of 45 years, subject to the availability of such lower berths at the time of booking.
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Train Ticket Booking Rules Changed From January 12: What Aadhaar-Verified Travellers Should Know
From January 12, 2026, IRCTC changed first-day train ticket booking rules. Aadhaar-verified users get extended booking access.
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First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Fare Structure Explained, Why It's More Expensive Than Rajdhani
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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Indian Passenger Lauds TDR System For Refund After 7-Hour Train Delay: Here's How It Works
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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Indian Railways Makes OTP Verification Mandatory For Tatkal Ticket Booking
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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Booking Rajdhani Without Meals: Do You Still Get A Water Bottle? New Railways Rules You Need To Know
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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IRCTC Child Ticket Policy: Key Rules Parents Must Know Before Booking Train Tickets
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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RailOne App Loophole Lets Commuters Buy Tickets After Boarding, Triggers Ticketless Travel
A glitch in the RailOne app recently affected the Mumbai Suburban Railways, leading to a resurgence of ticketless travel.
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Indian Railways Introduces 30-Minute Window To Change Boarding Station
The facility allows passengers to change their boarding points 30 minutes before the train's departure.
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Confirmed Ticket Cancelled? You Won't Get a Refund If You Do This. New Railways Rule Explained
Indian Railways has announced a set of upcoming reforms, including stricter ticket cancellation rules, improved passenger flexibility, and new freight wagons, aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency and overall service quality.
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Man Complains 82-Year-Old Woman Allotted Upper Berth Despite Other Seats Available, Indian Railways Reacts
In the computerised reservation system of Indian Railways, there is a provision for allotting lower berth automatically to senior citizens and female passengers above the age of 45 years, subject to the availability of such lower berths at the time of booking.
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Train Ticket Booking Rules Changed From January 12: What Aadhaar-Verified Travellers Should Know
From January 12, 2026, IRCTC changed first-day train ticket booking rules. Aadhaar-verified users get extended booking access.
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First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Fare Structure Explained, Why It's More Expensive Than Rajdhani
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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Indian Passenger Lauds TDR System For Refund After 7-Hour Train Delay: Here's How It Works
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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Indian Railways Makes OTP Verification Mandatory For Tatkal Ticket Booking
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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Booking Rajdhani Without Meals: Do You Still Get A Water Bottle? New Railways Rules You Need To Know
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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IRCTC Child Ticket Policy: Key Rules Parents Must Know Before Booking Train Tickets
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.
