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Indian Railways Shifts to Alternate Cooking Methods Amid LNG Supply Disruptions

India’s railway catering services are preparing for operational adjustments after a reported cut in liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies linked to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. In response, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has directed all its licensees operating food centres at railway stations to adopt…

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How to book a ticket for your pet on Indian Railways: Rules, charges and step-by-step process explained

Traveling with pets in India is no longer as complex as it appeared to be. While there are size and breed restrictions for air travel, train travel in Indian Railways provides a convenient and cost-effective solution for pet owners, provided you follow the proper procedure. Here’s everything you need to…

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Is IRCTC Changing The Time of Tatkal Ticket Booking From April 15?

Nowadays, such posts are going viral on social media every day, which have nothing to do with the truth. One such post of IRCTC is going viral. To know the truth of this post, read the report of Dynamite News

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Prayagraj: Preparations for Mahakumbh 2025 in full swing; To know click on...

The Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. Read further on Dynamite News:

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IRCTC gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

As part of preparations for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is ensuring world-class facilities for millions of devotees attending the event. Read further on Dynamite News:

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IRCTC offers vacation tours by train, air from State

IRCTC offers vacation packages to Kashi, Ayodhya, Andaman, and Hyderabad from Kerala, including train and flight options.

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IRCTC to run Bharat Gaurav train to Puri, Kasi, and Ayodhya

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) will operate ‘Bharat Gaurav’ tourist train as part of the ‘Punya Kshetra Yatra’ package to Puri, Kasi and Ayodhya from April 6 to 15.

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IRCTC launches Ramayana circuit tourist train to boost tourism

IRCTC offers comprehensive Ramayana-based tour program, covering multiple pilgrimage sites in India and Nepal, with inclusive facilities.

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Second Bharat Gaurav train for pilgrimage to start from Secunderabad

IRCTC has announced the second Bharat Gaurav Train for “Divya Dakshin Yatra with Jyotirlinga” from Secunderabad covering Tiruvannamalai [Arunachalam], Rameswaram, Madurai, Kanyakumari, Trivandrum, Trichy and Thanjavur

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'Bharat Gaurav' food poisoning incident: Meals not supplied by railway staff or IRCTC staff, say officials

At least 40 passengers travelling on the Bharat Gaurav Yatra Special package train from Chennai to Palitana in Gujarat suffered food poisoning allegedly after consuming meals onboard. Read further on Dynamite News:

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A.P.’s first Bharat Gaurav train leaves on Jyothirlinga yatra from Vijayawada

Vijayawada's Bharat Gaurav Express left for Jyothirlinga Yatra on Sat. SCR DRM, IRCTC officers, Station Manager & other officials present. Tourist train to cover Jyotirlinga destinations & Statue of Unity. Boarding/de-boarding at 7 stations. DRM checked catering, accommodation & safety. Commended IRCTC & presented gift hampers to passengers.

The Hindu

Soaring train fares, shrinking sleeper coaches add to passenger woes

Train travel increasingly tough for poor as fares soar, fewer sleeper coaches. 1.4 crore passengers denied train travel in past 6 months; dynamic pricing, cancellation charges add to woes.

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‘Sapta Jyotirlinga Darshan Yatra with Statue of Unity’ train to begin on November 18

South Central Railway’s first ‘Bharat Gaurav’ train starting from Andhra Pradesh (AP) connecting seven jyotirlingas and the Statue of Unity in western and northern India will begin its journey on November 18.

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IRCTC to organise ‘Sapta Jyotirlinga Darshan Yatra’ from November 18

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) Limited will organise ‘Sapta Jyotirlinga Darshan Yatra’ Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train for devotees from November 18 to 30.

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IRCTC Lucknow tour package for Ayodhya to Vietnam and Cambodia

LUCKNOW: IRCTC Lucknow has launched an eight nights and nine days tour package for Ayodhya to Angkor Wat along with Vietnam.

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IRCTC to operate Diwali Ganga Snana Yathirai Bharat Gaurav Train tour to coincide with Deepavali festival

IRCTC South Zone, Chennai to operate Diwali Ganga Snana Yathirai tour from Nov 9-17. Tourists can have 'Ganga Snanam' at Kashi on Deepavali. Tour covers holy places such as Prayagraj, Varanasi, Gaya & Rameswaram. Tourists get AC/Non-AC accommodation, transfers & Tamil veg food. Bookings can be done via website &…

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RPF to check IRCTC’s tourist trains for inflammable material to prevent fire mishaps: official

RPF officers to inspect IRCTC tourist trains to prevent fire mishaps. SCR personnel to check passenger/tourist trains with pantry cars. Indian Railways planning to equip bogies with CCTVs in all trains. CCTVs to be installed in all railway stations in SCR zone, linked to Vijayawada station.

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After Madurai fire tragedy, Indian Railways tightens safety rules

Indian Railways tightens safety rules for private trains/coaches; IRCTC to provide food, security checks to prevent inflammable items. Passengers must order food through IRCTC or use pantry cars with flameless cooking facilities. CRIS and IRCTC to develop option to upload passenger manifest 24 hrs before departure. Boarding/deboarding of passengers to…

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India vs Australia: Specially-abled can get counter tickets for Holkar ODI on Sept 17

INDOR: Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) on Friday announced tickets for the 'specially-abled category' for THE upcoming India vs Australia one-day international (ODI), which will be available through the box office at Holkar Stadium on September 17.

The Hindu

Rail coach that caught fire in Madurai was inspected twice for safety aspects: sources

The coach was due for renewal of BPC at Madurai on Sunday.

The Hindu

Nine tourists from Lucknow charred to death in railway coach at Madurai junction

At least four people died in a fire at Madurai railway station, caused by an illegal gas cylinder. Ex-gratia of ₹10 lakh has been announced to the family of the deceased. Fire service personnel extinguished the blaze by 7.15 a.m. The passengers had illegally smuggled the cylinder and were travelling…

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SCR begins pilgrim special for south India

SCR's first "Divya Dakshin Yatra with Jyotirlinga" pilgrim train starts from Secunderabad, providing opportunity to visit important temples & tourist towns in TN & Kerala. Passengers can board/de-board at various stations in Telangana & AP. Train offers AC & Non-AC compartments, allowing citizens to explore cultural & historical places without…

The Hindu

IRCTC website crash hits online booking

Railway passengers inconvenienced as IRCTC website crashes for half a day; services resumed at 1.30 p.m. for website and 1.50 p.m. for mobile app; 8.61 lakh tickets booked by 4.30 p.m.

The Hindu

Economy meal counters for passengers in general sitting coaches

SWR, in association with IRCTC, has set up special counters on platforms to enable passengers of general sitting coaches to buy economy meals, snacks/combo meals and affordable packaged drinking water. These counters are located near general sitting coaches and are being supplied from IRCTC kitchen units. Two types of meals…

The Hindu

IRCTC’s South Western Sojourn train tour from June 17

The tour will cover Mysore, Hampi, Shirdi, Shani Shingnapur, Nashik and Goa before returning to Kochuveli. Tourists can board the train from Kochuveli, Kollam, Kottayam, Ernakulam Town, Thrissur, Ottappalam, Palakkad Jn., Podanur Jn., Erode Jn. and Salem Jn. and deboard from Mangalore Jn., Kannur, Kozhikode, Shoranur Jn., Thrissur, Ernakulam Town,…

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