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    Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd is a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. Established in 1999, it was wholly owned by the Government of India through the Indian Railways. But since 2019, IRCTC has been listed on the National Stock Exchange, with the government holding majority ownership while the rest is publicly traded. The services provided by IRCTC for the Indian Railways include online ticketing, catering and tourism. IRCTC has made the online booking of train tickets (e-tickets) rather simple through its website Passengers can easily check their PNR and live train status as well. The Tatkal booking system of IRCTC allows passengers to book tickets under short notice and with services like Rolling Deposit Scheme, one can reserve their seat against an advance amount kept with the corporation. Other than online ticketing, IRCTC also looks into catering and tourism services. It has exclusive rights of onboard catering in all trains operated by the Indian Railways. It has introduced e-catering services as well that allows passengers to order food online, which gets delivered to their seats. When it comes to tourism, IRCTC offers both budget-friendly and deluxe tourist packages for people to choose from. One of the popular tourism packages is ‘Bharat Darshan’- a budget-friendly package that covers major tourist destinations of the country. More

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    • Maggots found in 'expired' Vande Bharat food. Passengers share video of half-eaten meal

      After the video went viral, IRCTC stated that the matter has being investigated and that 'punitive action has been taken against the service provider concerned'.

    • No refund for confirmed tickets cancelled within 8 hours of departure: What Indian Railways’ new rules mean for passengers

      Indian Railways introduces new ticket cancellation rules from April 2026, including zero refund for cancellations within 8 hours. Check revised charges, Tatkal changes, and what it means for passengers.

    • Indian Railways announces 1,484 special trains to handle summer holiday rush

      Indian Railways will run 1,484 summer special trains, including 749 reserved and 735 unreserved services, to manage the holiday travel rush from Mumbai and across Maharashtra.

    • Promoter pares 14% stake in Vishal Mega Mart; HDFC MF, Govt of Singapore among 3 investors pick up over 6% shares

      Vishal Mega Mart shares reacted to the big stake sale by promoter, falling 7.65 percent to close at Rs 117.78 after gap-down opening, amid high volumes.

    • Indian Railways AC coach seat flap explained: Why there’s an extra layer on your berth

      Why do Indian Railways AC coach seats have an extra flap? Here’s how the built-in rexine layer helps secure bed sheets and improve comfort during overnight train journeys.

    • Buy IRCTC; target of Rs 850: Prabhudas Lilladher

      Prabhudas Lilladher is bullish on IRCTC has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 850 in its research report dated February 14, 2026.

    • Gujarat to get 6th Vande Bharat as Ahmedabad–Udaipur service set for inauguration today; Check route, schedule and details

      Gujarat gets its 6th Vande Bharat as the Ahmedabad–Udaipur service launches. Check route, timings, stops, features and booking details.

    • First direct passenger train launched between Silchar in Assam and Sairang in Mizoram

      India launches its first direct passenger train between Silchar in Assam and Sairang in Mizoram in 2026, boosting Northeast connectivity, trade, tourism and economic integration under the Act East Policy.

    • Indian Railways to run over 1,400 Holi special trains in March: Check details

      Indian Railways to operate over 1,400 Holi special trains in March 2026 to manage festive rush. Check zone-wise details, routes, facilities and travel updates.

    • Special trains to run between Katra-Srinagar to ease passenger rush – full schedule and timings you need to know

      Northern Railway announces special trains between Katra and Srinagar on February 3-4 to ease passenger rush amid snowfall. Check full schedule, timings, stoppages, and travel tips for smooth journeys.

    • Southern Railway announces Pongal 2026 special trains from January 8 to 21: What you need to know

      Southern Railway announces Pongal 2026 special trains from January 8 to 21 to manage festival rush. Check routes, train numbers, travel dates, booking details, and key destinations covered.

    • Railway shares extend run as fare hike kicks in today; RVNL, IRCTC, IRFC rise up to 12%

      RVNL led the rally, climbing as much as 12.58 percent to Rs 389.20 on the NSE

    • Indian Railways announces fare hike from December 26: All you need to know

      Indian Railways has announced a fare hike from December 26, 2025. Check which passengers are affected, revised ticket prices and key details.

    • This popular fruit is banned on Indian trains — carrying it could land you in jail

      Carrying a dry coconut on Indian trains is banned due to fire risk—and violating this rule can lead to fines or even jail. Here’s the safety reason behind it.

    • IRCTC Standalone September 2025 Net Sales at Rs 1,145.99 crore, up 7.71% Y-o-Y

    • IRCTC – Modest earnings; stock underperformance merits attention

      Most of the businesses are matured and, hence, offer predictable earnings trajectories

    • India’s first private railway station feels like a luxury airport — guess which state it’s in!

      Explore India’s first private railway station, Rani Kamalapati in Bhopal, featuring airport-like amenities, luxury facilities, and a world-class travel experience.

    • Indian railways TTE shares booking hack to get confirmed lower berths for senior citizens

      A viral TTE from Indian Railways explains a simple yet little-known booking trick to help senior citizens secure confirmed lower berths. Avoid this common mistake while reserving your seats.

    • IRCTC not down, here’s why thousands of users couldn’t book train tickets online today

      IRCTC website and app faced temporary delays during Tatkal train ticket bookings, leaving thousands frustrated. Here’s why the platform was slow but not actually down and what travelers should know.

    • IRCTC website, app go down before diwali, passengers unable to book tickets online

      IRCTC’s website and app crashed ahead of Diwali, preventing thousands of passengers from booking train tickets online. The outage hit during peak Tatkal hours, with officials confirming technical glitches and promising a quick fix.

    • IRCTC Q2 PAT seen up 11.7% YoY to Rs. 344 cr: Prabhudas Lilladher

      Net Sales are expected to increase by 9.4 percent Y-o-Y (up 0.4 percent Q-o-Q) to Rs. 1,164.1 crore, according to Prabhudas Lilladher.

    • From October 1, only Aadhaar-linked IRCTC accounts can book train tickets online in first 15 minutes - All you need to know

      From October 1, only Aadhaar-linked IRCTC accounts can book train tickets online in the first 15 minutes, ensuring fair bookings for genuine passengers.

    • Indian railways launches special tour to visit 7 Jyotirlingas in November: All you need to know

      IRCTC launches a 12-day Bharat Gaurav Train tour in Nov 2025 to visit all 7 sacred Jyotirlingas, with guided visits, accommodation & meals included.

    • Indian railways to run record 380 Ganpati special train trips for Ganesh Chaturthi festive rush — All you need to know

      Indian Railways to run a record 380 Ganpati Special trains for Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 festive rush. Check routes, schedule, and booking details here.

    • Indian railways to introduce airport-style upgrades at stations – All you need to know

      Indian Railways is upgrading stations with airport-style facilities, strict baggage rules, and modern amenities. Prayagraj Junction leads the redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.

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