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Railways collects Rs 1,781 crore in FY25 ticket fines

Indian Railways collected Rs 1,781 crore in fines from ticketless and irregular travellers in FY25. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw cites demand-supply gap, details penalties and tech upgrades to curb the issue.

Odisha BJP MLAs Urge CM to Review MLA Salary Hike

Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.

WR Opens Co-Working Space at Mumbai Central Station

Western Railway unveils a 1,712 sq ft digital lounge at Mumbai Central, offering high-speed Wi-Fi & workstations. Aimed at professionals, it's part of a plan to boost non-fare revenue. Explore the new facility!

20 US States Sue Trump Over $100K H-1B Visa Fee Hike

A coalition of 20 US states, led by California, files a lawsuit against the Trump administration's drastic H-1B visa fee increase to $100,000, calling it illegal and destructive for key sectors. Read the full analysis.

Reddit Viral: Manager Delivers Promised Salary Hike

A Reddit post about a manager who kept a promise to review and increase an employee's salary after three months has gone viral, sparking a conversation on workplace trust and accountability in India.

US Firm's IIT-Delhi Ad Defies H-1B Visa Fee Hike

A US AI recruitment firm's hoarding at IIT-Delhi placement, promising H-1B sponsorship despite a $100,000 fee, offers relief to students amid stricter US visa norms under the Trump administration.

87% of Indian Railways tickets booked online

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals over 87% of reserved train tickets are now booked online via IRCTC. Learn about the tech upgrades ensuring secure and efficient booking.

Varanasi Junction Escalator Failure Sparks Outrage

A non-functional escalator at Varanasi Junction left a differently-abled passenger struggling, raising serious questions about railway infrastructure accessibility. Read more about this concerning incident.

No Official Halal Food in Trains: Railways

Indian Railways confirms no official provision for Halal-certified food in trains, following FSSAI guidelines. Get the latest updates on NHRC notice response.

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