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The Maharajas' Express offers an unparalleled ultra-luxury rail experience in India, boasting the exclusive Navratna Presidential Suite and an all-inclusive tour package. This award-winning train provides five-star dining and global recognition as a leading luxury train, though it operates only seasonally from October to April.

A disturbing video from a New Delhi to Agra train shows a transgender individual assaulting a British tourist after a request for money escalated. The incident, captured on X, has sparked outrage and raised serious questions about passenger safety and railway monitoring. Authorities have been alerted, with the incident impacting India's tourism image.

A Vande Bharat train passenger discovered an insect in their meal, prompting irctc to impose a Rs 10 lakh fine and issue a termination notice to the service provider. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about food quality and safety on Indian trains, with poor storage, hygiene lapses, and transit handling cited as key contributing factors.

Helicopter ticket bookings for the Kedarnath yatra opened on Saturday for travel between April 22 and May 11, with fares ranging from Rs 6,390 to Rs 12,762. Authorities have implemented enhanced safety measures, including 18 cameras and live tracking devices, following last year's crashes. Strict action will be taken against illegal ticket sales to prevent pilgrims from being defrauded.

A passenger on the Vande Bharat Express reported severe allergic reactions and her son fell ill after consuming food. She shared her experience on social media, questioning food quality and staff response. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation stated that food checks on the specified train and coach were satisfactory.

Indian Railways is enhancing passenger convenience by allowing boarding station changes up to 30 minutes before departure, reflected in the final reservation chart. This new rule, effective April 1, 2026, replaces the previous 24-hour deadline, offering greater flexibility for travelers.

The Railway Board has fined irctc and its catering contractor for poor food quality on a Vande Bharat train. A passenger's complaint led to a Rs 10 lakh penalty for irctc and Rs 50 lakh for the contractor. irctc's contract with Krishna Enterprises will be terminated. This action sends a strong message about accountability for service quality.

A shocking incident aboard the Patna-Tatanagar Vande Bharat saw a passenger discover live worms in curd, leading to a viral video and swift government action. Authorities have imposed hefty penalties, including Rs 10 lakh on irctc and Rs 50 lakh on the service provider, whose contract is also terminated. Passenger safety remains paramount.

Get ready for a soul-stirring adventure! From March 30, irctc is setting off on a remarkable 17-day Ramayan Circuit train journey starting in Delhi. Hop aboard the Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC tourist train and explore sacred sites like Ayodhya, Janakpur in Nepal, Varanasi, and Rameshwaram.

Amid concerns of catering services being disrupted by an LPG shortage stemming from the unrest in West Asia, passengers embarking on long-distance trains from Bihar are increasingly opting to bring their own home-cooked meals.

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has directed state nodal agencies to prioritize 19kg commercial LPG cylinder supply to railway kitchens. This move aims to ensure uninterrupted catering services on trains, addressing concerns over cooking gas availability for pantry cars and base kitchens. Improved coordination between suppliers, state agencies, and irctc is expected to resolve supply bottlenecks promptly.

Indian Railways is urging food vendors to switch to electric cooking methods like microwaves and induction, as liquefied natural gas (LNG) and LPG shortages, stemming from West Asia conflict, disrupt meal preparation. This impacts base kitchens supplying trains, prompting consideration of temporary suspension of cooked meal services and refunds for pre-booked meals.

Indian Railways is shifting food outlets to microwaves and induction stoves. This change follows LNG supply cuts due to the Middle East conflict. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged full support for Indians stranded in the Gulf. Reports also indicate Iran's potential acquisition of a Chinese missile. India has purchased Russian crude oil following a US waiver.