IRCTC reports that its website records its highest-ever single-day ticket sales, with 20.06 lakh train tickets booked during a festive rush. Times of India cites the figure of 20,06,353 tickets for September 7, 2026, describing it as a peak booking day for the platform.
NDTV similarly reports that the railways reach a record level of bookings, saying that more than 20 lakh tickets are booked in a single day amid the festive travel period. NDTV also mentions an operational update: on July 15, 2026, IRCTC launches a new website and user interface that lets passengers check seat availability across different classes from one screen. The outlets emphasize different aspects—Times of India focuses on the exact date and booking volume, while NDTV highlights the scale of bookings and the platform changes that accompany the booking experience.
