IRCTC Cracks Down on Unauthorized E-Catering Platforms Over Safety and Security Risks
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has intensified efforts to shut down unauthorized e-catering websites and apps that pose risks to passenger food safety, data privacy, and financial security. These platforms often source food from unlicensed outlets lacking proper hygiene and staff medical checks, violating Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) norms. IRCTC advises passengers to order meals only through its official website, the Food on Track app, or authorized partners, and encourages reporting unauthorized vendors to authorities.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (47/100). Lens Score 56/100.
Outlets measured: deccanherald, indianexpress. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment ranged widely across outlets — from 32/100 to 62/100 — a sign the coverage itself was contested, not just reported.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 7 Nov, 09:31 am. Other outlets followed.