Author: Anu V

The Bharat Gaurav tourist train is an initiative by the Indian Railways to promote heritage tours. The railways operate special theme-based trains that can take passengers to various pilgrimage sites on a specified route. The trains can have mixed compartments with AC and non-AC or all AC compartments. Train tickets for these trains are separate from […]

The Indian Railways is the world’s largest passenger railway network, with over 23 million using the facilities daily. From steam engines during the British Raj to today’s superfast express trains, the Indian rail network predates almost two centuries. Given its vast network of over 7,000 rail stations and 13,169 daily passenger trains, Indian Railways soon […]

You can comfortably book train tickets online and can cancel them online if you need to. But what about the tickets which you bought at the station counters? Do you have to go to the counter again to cancel them? No, you can cancel those train tickets online. Detailed here are the required documents for […]

The limit for the number of passengers in a single train ticket is six for general tickets and four for Tatkal tickets. What if there are more than six passengers? In such cases, booking can be termed group booking or bulk booking.  Though IRCTC train tickets are available online, such group ticket booking is not […]

Every registered IRCTC user is free to change their mobile number at any time through the website or IRCTC app. Updating your mobile number is crucial for getting train tickets after booking online. In this digital era, this mobile number is your primary contact for getting information, updates, notifications and OTPs for booking processes.  Thus, […]

Millions of people use the Indian Railways for their daily commuting. Add in the number of people who would be accompanying many of these passengers. It would be chaotic and tough to manage during the peak hours. To control such situations, the railways mandate that you need valid train tickets or platform tickets to enter […]

Are you planning to travel by train anytime soon? You need not worry about booking train tickets 120 days in advance. Indian Railways has announced that it will reduce the ticket advance reservation period from 120 to 60 days. Earlier, the time to book train tickets in advance was 120 days, during which time you […]

redRail has launched a short film called Dil ki Patri to allow its audience to relive their train journey and recall the extraordinary stories that connect one person to another.  Travelling by train is an experience that goes beyond just reaching your destination. It’s not just about the scenic views or the sound of the […]

Train travel in India offers a unique blend of comfort, convenience, and scenic beauty, making it a popular mode of transportation for millions, including senior citizens. For seniors, train travel can be an enjoyable and stress-free way to explore new places or visit loved ones, but it’s essential to plan ahead to ensure a smooth […]