Indian Railways is a convenient mode of travel. During festival seasons, many people book Tatkal tickets, but you need to follow these steps to successfully book one.

Unlike regular tickets, which open 120 days in advance, Tatkal tickets are released just one day before the train departs ...

Millions of people travel by train in India every day. To make journeys easier for passengers, Indian Railways regularly updates its rules and services. One such helpful service is the Tatkal ticket ...

French startup Capitaine Train wants to improve the cumbersome process of booking train tickets online and on your phone. It’s not yet another travel agency, it’s an alternative to popular European ...

From October 1, 2025, users who have linked their Aadhaar to their IRCTC account will be the only ones eligible to book ...

Indian Railways is always coming up with new ideas. Its latest idea is the "Book Now, Pay Later" scheme. This convenient ticket booking scheme allows passengers to book their tickets online and pay ...

According to the IRCTC website, current ticket booking starts after the train chart is prepared. Generally, the chart is prepared about four hours before the train departs. Even after the chart is ...

From October 1, 2025, only Aadhaar-verified users will be allowed to book general train tickets online during the first 15 minutes of the booking window to curb fraud and ensure fair access.

By restricting online bookings to Aadhaar-authenticated users, the Indian Railways said it will reduce bulk bookings for ...

Planning a train journey in India with your pet? Indian Railways allows passengers to travel with dogs and cats—provided certain guidelines are followed. From carrying small puppies or kittens in a ...