Railway Fare Hikes in 2025 Burden Sleeper Class Passengers
Indian Railways implements two fare hikes in 2025, ending a five-year freeze. Sleeper & second-class passengers, over 70% of travelers, face the maximum impact. Details inside.
Indian Railways implements two fare hikes in 2025, ending a five-year freeze. Sleeper & second-class passengers, over 70% of travelers, face the maximum impact. Details inside.
Jaipur Metro shifts to QR code tickets after losing 80,000 smart tokens, costing crores. New paper and paperless systems aim to curb losses and offer convenience. Read more.
Indian Railways misses its second deadline for installing the indigenous Kavach safety system on the busy Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata route. The new target for completion is now set for 2026. Read the full story.
Renault India announces a price increase across its model range starting January 2025. The move precedes a major product offensive with new launches planned for 2026.
Railway PSU stocks like RVNL, IRFC, and IRCON surge over 20% in five sessions. Experts cite fare hike, pre-Budget sentiment, and tactical rebound as key drivers. Read analysis.
Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu met young cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi, discussing his career and the ministry's support for sports talent in India.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accuses the Centre of burdening common people with a rail fare hike. He lost his temper when asked about internal party tussle for the CM post. Read the full details.
Indian Railways rationalizes parking fees at New Delhi station to ease congestion. New rates offer relief for short stays, hike charges for commercial vehicles. Details inside.
Planning to buy a car in 2026? Get ready to pay more. At least six major automakers, including Honda and Mercedes-Benz, have announced price hikes effective January 2026 due to rising input costs and supply chain issues.
Pune cab riders face demands for extra payment to switch on air-conditioners during winter. Multiple incidents reported with Uber and Rapido. Read about the commuter ordeal and official response.
Indian Railways has announced a modest fare hike, citing rising costs. However, the increase comes without significant improvements to passenger safety or service quality. Read more on the implications.
Indian Railways announces a fare revision effective December 26, 2025. Get the latest updates on new passenger ticket costs, reservation fees, and cancellation charges.
The Railway Ministry has notified a fare hike for passenger trains, effective December 26, 2025. This marks the second such revision this year, impacting millions of commuters. Read for details and analysis.
Indian Railways announces revised fares for major trains from December 26. Check which services are affected and how much more you will pay for tickets.
Indian Railways announces a graded fare revision from December 26, protecting suburban commuters and short-distance travellers. Details on new rates for Sleeper, AC classes, and premium trains inside.
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Indian Railways clarifies that tickets booked before Dec 26 won't be affected by the fare hike. New rates apply only to tickets issued on or after December 26, 2025. Get all details here.
Commuters on the Tuticorin-Mysuru Special train are protesting high ticket prices for the Bengaluru-Mysuru stretch. Railways defends the 500km minimum fare rule for special trains. Read more.
Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL) shares surge for fourth session, hitting a 3-month high. The rally follows a government fare hike to boost railway finances and recent contract wins. Read more.
South Western Railway faces backlash for an additional fare hike before the national revision. Passengers allege unfair conversion of trains to superfast category without service upgrades. Read more.
Indian Railways' new timetable 'Trains at a Glance 2026' will launch soon, featuring updated routes, reduced travel times, and details on Vande Bharat trains. Check the official website for the PDF.
IRCTC share price rose nearly 1% in morning trade after Indian Railways announced a fare hike across all classes from December 26. Get the latest market updates and analysis here.
In a landmark move, BCCI more than doubles match fees for India's women domestic cricketers, boosting senior players to Rs 50,000 per day. Read the full details of the new pay structure.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge blasts Modi government over railway fare hike, calling it a 'sad saga of neglect'. Read the full story for details and political fallout.
Railway PSU stocks surged after Indian Railways announced a fare rationalization effective Dec 26. The hike, aimed at improving financial sustainability, is expected to generate ₹600 crore this fiscal. Details inside.
A recent hike in Indian Railways passenger fares has ignited widespread criticism and political controversy. Explore the details of the increase and the growing public discontent.
Indian Railways increases fares for AC, sleeper & second classes from December 26. Suburban fares unchanged. Move to generate Rs 600 crore in FY 2025-26. Details inside.
Indian Railways last increased passenger fares on July 1, 2025, aiming to generate Rs 600 crore. Details on fare structure changes for Sleeper, AC, and non-AC classes explained.
Indian Railways announces second passenger fare hike this fiscal year, effective Dec 26. Fares rise 1-2 paise/km, aiming to generate ₹600 crore. Details on exemptions and impact on your journey here.
Indian Railways announces a marginal fare hike effective June 3, 2024. Ordinary class fares rise by 1 paisa/km beyond 215 km, other classes by 2 paise/km. Details inside.