India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has departed for the United States, where he is expected to hold high-level talks with US officials, think tanks, and business leaders. The visit is seen as crucial for strengthening strategic, trade, and defense ties between the two countries.
Focus Areas: Indo-Pacific cooperation, technology partnerships, Indian diaspora engagement
Scheduled Meetings: With US Secretary of State, CEOs, Indian-American community leaders
🚆 Indian Railways to Issue Reservation Charts 8 Hours in Advance
In a major shift to improve travel planning and ticketing transparency, the Indian Railways has announced it will now prepare final reservation charts 8 hours before train departure, instead of the previous 4-hour window.
Benefits:
More time for last-minute booking or cancellations
Reduces uncertainty for waitlisted passengers
Improved coordination for station staff and passengers
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❓FAQs
Q1. Why is Jaishankar visiting the US?
To hold strategic and diplomatic talks with US officials and strengthen India-US ties.
Q2. What’s the new Indian Railways chart timing rule?
Reservation charts will now be prepared 8 hours before train departure, offering more clarity and time to passengers.
Q3. How will the new chart rule help travelers?
Passengers can better plan their travel, track waitlist status, or make alternate arrangements in advance.
Q4. Is this chart rule applicable to all trains?
Yes, this rule is applicable across most long-distance and reserved trains managed by Indian Railways.
published on 30 june
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