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Vande Bharat Express train running late due to dense fog in North India (PTI Photo)

Dense fog grips North India: Poor visibility hits rail traffic; Vande Bharat, Rajdhani among trains delayed by hours

December 24, 2025 5:53 am

Train running late news: Several long-distance trains, including premium services such as the Vande Bharat Express and Rajdhani Express, are running behind schedule by over eight hours due to dense fog across North India.

Indian Railways in 2026 (Image generated using AI)

From ticket booking to new trains: Top 10 Indian Railways changes in 2026 you need to know

December 23, 2025 8:17 pm

Top 10 Major Changes in Ticket Booking, Fares: In 2026, the national transporter is expected to deliver on several long-pending promises, including the much-awaited launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train.

The project falls under the administrative jurisdiction of North Western Railway (NWR).

Indian Railways’ first high-speed test track to be ready by March 2026; trains to be tested at 220 kmph speed

December 24, 2025 7:15 am

High Speed test track in India: Indian Railways’ first dedicated high-speed test track for trains is expected to be completed by the end of the financial year 2025–26.

The new timetable will be designed to enhance connectivity between various cities and reduce travel time.

Indian Railways new time table 'Trains At A Glance 2026' to be released soon: What to expect

December 23, 2025 1:44 pm

Indian Railways new time table 2026: The new train timetable, ‘Trains at a Glance 2026’, will offer detailed and updated information on the routes and timings of key passenger trains, including premium services.

Bengaluru–Kalaburagi Vande Bharat train (Image generated using AI/Gemini)

Railway Board approves re-routing of Kalaburagi–SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat train from Jan 1 - check new route, stoppages, timings, ticket price

December 22, 2025 3:39 pm

Kalaburagi–SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat New Route, Timings, Ticket Prices: Flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 12, 2024, this semi-high-speed train is being maintained and operated by the South Western Railway (SWR) zone.

The national transporter expects to generate around Rs 600 crore in additional revenue this year through this rationalisation.

When did Indian Railways last hike passenger fares

December 21, 2025 5:23 pm

Indian Railways Fare Hike: Indian Railways is considered as the cheapest mode of transport compared to road and air travel. This raises an important question: when did it last revise its passenger fares?

Train fare hike from Dec 26: Rail travel gets costlier; non-AC passengers to pay Rs 10 extra for 500 km

December 21, 2025 8:45 pm

Train Ticket Price Hike | Railway Fare Hike: Indian Railways (IR) has rationalised its fare structure with effect from December 26, 2025.

These trains have significantly enhanced passenger comfort through advanced technology and modern amenities

How many Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat trains are in Railways’ fleet? check full list

December 20, 2025 6:08 pm

Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat Trains List Routes, Train Number: The Ministry of Railways has introduced modern trains such as the Vande Bharat Express and Amrit Bharat Express to transform rail travel in the country.

The loco pilot on observing the herd of elephants applied emergency brakes.

Rajdhani Express derails in Assam: Railways cancels, regulates, short-terminates 25 trains today - full list

December 20, 2025 2:51 pm

Rajdhani Express Train Accident in Assam, Cancelled Trains: According to NFR, the passengers of the affected coaches have been temporarily accommodated in the vacant berths available in other coaches. The derailment effected train after detaching the affected coaches has left the site for Guwahati at 06-11 hrs.

Indian Railways unreserved ticket booking (Image generated using AI/Gemini)

Indian Railways unreserved ticket booking online: What passengers must carry during train travel

December 19, 2025 5:58 pm

Indian Railways unreserved ticket booking rules: The passengers travelling on suburban (local) trains or in the General class of trains are required to carry an unreserved ticket.