If you need to travel urgently and haven’t booked your tickets, IRCTC can help. It offers a Tatkal scheme that lets you book train seats a day before your travel. This scheme is your fastest option for immediate travel plans. Indian Railways provides Tatkal ticket booking for most trains in all reserved classes. You can…
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Understanding RAC in Train Travel – RAC Ticket Full Form
Trains offer a handy and pleasant way to travel. Indian Railways aims for top service, comfort, efficiency, and speed. Now, booking tickets via the IRCTC portal is a top choice. But if seats are full at booking, the portal shows different ticket statuses like RAC. Ever wondered what RAC status or RAC in train travel…
Finding TTEs on Trains Made Easy with Indian Railways Assigning Fixed Seats
Passengers often need to find the TTE urgently but can’t. They panic and search for the TTE hoping for solutions to their problems. Indian Railways has made new arrangements to make finding the TTE on the train easier. A notification by Indian Railways states that the berth and seat number of TTE and security guards…
Why don’t Commerical Planes Fly over the Himalayas and Pacific Ocean
We often notice that planes avoid flying directly over the Himalayas and the Pacific Ocean. They take longer routes instead. Have you ever wondered why this is the case? Here’s a list of reasons that will help you understand why planes avoid flying over the Himalayas and the Pacific Ocean. Emergency landings Planes stay away…
What Do WAG, WAP, WDM on Train Engines Mean?
Trains are vital to India. They are a top choice for travel in the country due to their convenience. They offer ample space, comfort, and a fun experience. Indian Railways is committed to providing top-notch service, comfort, efficiency, and speed to its passengers. Chances are, you’ve traveled by train at least once. During your journey,…
Understanding 2S Seats in Trains – Second Sitting in Indian Railways
The 2S class is a part of the Indian Railways. Have you ever thought about booking a 2S seat on a train or what a 2S coach is in train reservation? This article provides all the information you need about 2S seats. Before you start your IRCTC train reservation, read this article to understand everything…
Philippines Tribe with ‘Genetic Alteration’ Can Stay Underwater for Up to 5 Hours Daily
The Badjao tribe in the Philippines’ Tawi-Tawi province are known as “fish-men”. They have perfected free diving over many generations. Their diving skills are impressive and they can hold their breath for a long time. Santarawi Lalisan, a tribe elder, shared with Giuseppe from Project Happiness that free-diving is vital to their culture and way…