As India moves steadily towards its vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047, modern and efficient mobility has emerged as a key driver of economic growth and social integration. In this transformation, the Vande Bharat Express has become a flagship initiative of Indian Railways, redefining inter-city rail travel through…
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No RAC, 400-km Minimum Fare for Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
Indian Railways has formally notified the fare structure for the upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper Express trains, introducing a major shift in long-distance rail travel. The premium overnight service will operate without the Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) facility and will charge passengers a minimum fare equivalent to a 400-kilometre journey, regardless…
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Indian Railways Plans 52 Reforms in 52 Weeks for Overhaul
New Delhi: In a major push towards modernisation and passenger-centric growth, Indian Railways has announced an ambitious plan to implement 52 major reforms over the next 52 weeks, focusing on safety, technology, governance, workforce development, and service quality. The roadmap was discussed during a high-level meeting chaired by Union Minister…
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Local Cuisine on Vande Bharat, Railways Clean IRCTC
Indian Railways is set to significantly enhance passenger experience by introducing regional and local cuisine in Vande Bharat trains, a move that celebrates India’s rich culinary diversity while making rail journeys more memorable. Alongside this passenger-centric initiative, the Railways has also reported major success in cracking down on fake IRCTC…
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Railways Balance Fares, Freight Growth 2024–25
Indian Railways has adopted a dual approach to ensure affordable travel and robust freight growth, the Union Minister for Railways, Communications and IT, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, said in Parliament. Freight tariffs have been held steady since 2018 despite rising input costs, while passenger fares were rationalised with effect from July…