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Senior Citizens Rally in Jamshedpur Demands Railway Concessions

Senior citizens march in Sakchi, seeking reinstatement of rail fare concessions and pension hikes. Senior citizens in Sakchi protested, demanding railway fare concessions and pension increases. JAMSHEDPUR – Senior citizens in Sakchi rallied for the restoration of rail concessions and pension hikes. The rally began at Gandhi Ghat Park, where senior citizens, led by the Singhbhum Central Senior…

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Indian Railways: सीनियर सिटीजन्स को रेल किराए में मिलेगी इतनी छूट, अश्विनी वैष्णव ने किया एलान

Indian Railways: सीनियर सिटीजन्स को रेल किराए में मिलेगी इतनी छूट, अश्विनी वैष्णव ने किया एलान

Indian Railway Concession For Senior Citizen: रेलवे वरिष्ठ नागरिकों को मिलने वाली छूट (Railway Concession to Senior Citizen) को बहाल करने जा रहा है. इसके साथ ही पात्रता मानदंड में भी बदलाव को लेकर बात चल रही है. ट्रेन से सफर करने वाले यात्रियों के लिए बड़ी खुशखबरी है. सीनियर सिटीजन्स (senior citizens) को मिलने वाली छूट को लेकर रेलमंत्री Ashwini Vaishnaw ने बड़ी जानकारी दी है. बदलेगी आयु की…

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Student Reservation Rules & Concession in Indian Railways.

Useful for students preparing for various entrance examinations to appear in various centres across India.

As a student you can avail the benefits from the Government of India for your travel, safety and stay all over India.

How do I get student Concession in Rlys

The Student Concession tickets are permitted only in Sleeper Class (SL) and 2nd Seating (2S) I tickets.

Only I-tickets can be exchanged with student concession by presenting the I-ticket and the valid student concession order to the nearest Railway Reservation Office By going to the reservation office along with his journey cum reservation ticket and a request for exchanging the same with the student concession.

He will surrender his original fully paid ticket and a student concession ticket with the revised fare (with same seat/berth number status) shall be issued to him.

The difference of fare (paid and payable) less the clerk age charge of Rs. 20/- shall be refunded and shall be credited to his account electronically on the next day by IRCTC on receipt of refund file from the Railways.

Is student concession applicable for both E/I tickets?

The Student Concession tickets are permitted only in Sleeper Class (SL) and 2nd Seating (2S). Presently it is not permitted on E-Tickets.

How will I be refunded the difference of fare paid extra with respect to student concession?

The difference of fare (paid and payable) less the clerk age charge of Rs. 20/- shall be refunded and shall be credited to his account electronically on the next day by IRCTC on receipt of refund file from the Railways.

Student Concession :

Students going to hometown and educational tours :

General Category - 50% in 2nd and SL class & 50% in MST and QST

SC/ST Category - 75% in 2nd and SL class & 75% in MST and QST

Girls upto Graduation and boys upto 12th standard (including students of Madrasa) between home & school (MST) - Free second class MST

Students of Govt. schools in rural areas - for study tour - once a year - 75% in 2nd class

Entrance exam - Girls of Govt. schools in rural areas for national level for medical, engineering, etc. entrance exam - 75% in 2nd class

Concession to students appearing in main written examination conducted by UPSC & Central Staff Selection Commissions - 50% in 2nd class

Foreign students studying in India - traveling to attend camps/seminars organised by Govt. of India and also visit to places of historical & other importance during vacations - 50% in 2nd and SL class

Research scholars upto the age of 35 years - for journeys in connection with research work - 50% in 2nd and SL class

Students and non-students participating in Work Camps - 25% in 2nd and SL class

Cadets and Marine Engineers apprentices undergoing Navigational/ Engineering training for Mercantile Marine - for travel between home and training ship - 50% in 2nd and SL class

Season Tickets To Students :

Season tickets to students are issued for First & Second class upto the maximum distance of 150 Kms.

The student monthly season tickets will be charged at half of the normal adult season ticket fare and student Quarterly Season tickets will be charged at 2.7 times of the Student MST fare.

These MSTs/QSTs will be issued without any minimum charge to the students of recognized institutions under.

Condition that the age of students, to whom the tickets are issued, should not exceed 25 years in the case of student in general, 27 years in the case of students belonging to the Scheduled Castes/Tribes and 35 years in the case of Research Scholars.

NOTE : Season tickets to students of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes shall be issued as under: 

MSTs: On payment of 50% below the normal Student MST fares, and

QSTs: On payment of 2.7 times of the concessional fares of MSTs vide. (i)above

Free MST to Students :

The facility of Free Monthly Season Tickets (MSTs) is available to Boy Students studying in classes upto 10th Standard and Girl students studying in classes upto 12th standard for commuting daily between the stations serving the place of residence and school. They carry the caption MILLENIUM GIFT FROM RAILWAYS. These free MSTs are issued subject to the following conditions: -

Only MSTs are issued and QSTs are not issued.

As in the case of concessional student MSTs, these are also issued upto maximum of 150 Kms.

These are issued for second class only and are not valid for travel in any Mail/Express train, including superfast train.

No other surcharge is levied on these MSTs (Even the CIDCO surcharge applicable on Central/Western Railway for travel on specific section in Mumbai area is not leviable)

The free MSTs are issued subject to all other conditions applicable for issue of concessional MSTs to students.

The concessional student MSTs/QSTs continue to be issued on demand as per rules.

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Mumbai Metro To Offer 25 Percent Fare Concession On Line 2A, 7 From May 1: Check Eligibility

Metro 2A (yellow line) connects Dahisar E and DN Nagar in Andheri West, while line 7 runs between Andheri E and Dahisar E (red line). source https://zeenews.india.com/railways/mumbai-metro-to-offer-25-percent-fare-concession-on-line-2a-7-from-may-1-check-eligibility-2600911.html

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Factors You Should Know Before You Do The Irctc Train Booking Properly 

The Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is the official online train ticket booking portal in India. With millions of passengers travelling by train daily, IRCTC has made booking train tickets simpler, faster and more convenient. In this blog, we will closely examine the IRCTC train booking process and how you can make the most out of it.

Train ticket purchase allows passengers to get a reserved seat in the train's chosen class. There are two methods for purchasing train tickets: at railway station ticket counters or online. Every ticket purchased generates a unique PNR (Passenger Name Record).

How To Refer To Railway Booking System In Irctc? 

Even if you are trying to book train tickets through online booking apps, you must have an IRCTC User ID and password. It is a third-party portal affiliated with the IRCTC. IRCTC makes booking rail tickets a breeze. 

Experts have listed the steps you can take to make your reservations fast below. Besides this you can also book the tickets from IRCTC authorized rail partners. 

Let us talk about a step-by-step guide on IRCTC Train Booking procedure. 

Here is a Step-by-Step Guide to IRCTC Train Booking-

Step 1: Visit the IRCTC website

The first step in booking a train ticket through IRCTC is to visit the official website. You can also use the IRCTC mobile app for Android and iOS devices.

Step 2: Create an IRCTC account

To book train tickets on IRCTC, you need to create an account on the website or on the IRCTC authorized Railofy app. The process is simple and requires you to provide basic information such as your name, address, and email id and phone number.

Step 3: Search for trains

Once you have created an account, you can search for trains by entering your source and destination stations, travel date and class of travel. Before proceeding to the next step, you can also select the quota (general, tatkal or ladies) and concession (if applicable).

Step 4: Choose a train and check the availability

After entering your travel details, the website or app will display a list of trains available on your chosen route along with the train number, timings, and fare. You can choose a train based on your preferred timing and availability of seats.

Step 5: Select your seats

Once you have selected a train, you can choose your preferred class of travel and select your seats. IRCTC offers a variety of classes such as sleeper, AC 3-tier, AC 2-tier, and AC 1st class.

Step 6: Make payment

After selecting your seats, you can proceed to the payment gateway to complete the booking process. You can pay for your ticket using various modes of payment, such as net banking, debit card, credit card, or mobile wallets.

Step 7: Print your ticket

After completing the payment, you will receive a confirmation message and an email with your e-ticket. You can take a printout of the e-ticket or download it on your smartphone for future reference.

What Are The Tips For Irctc Train Booking?

Plan your journey to avoid last-minute rush and ticket unavailability.

Try to book tickets during non-peak hours to increase your chances of getting a confirmed ticket.

Use the IRCTC mobile app for easy and convenient booking on the go.

Use the "Auto-Upgrade" option to increase your chances of getting an upgraded seat.

Keep your payment details handy to complete the booking process quickly.

In conclusion, IRCTC train booking is a convenient and hassle-free process that can be completed in simple steps. Following the tips above can increase your chances of getting a confirmed ticket and having a pleasant journey. So, go ahead and book your train tickets today and experience the joy of travelling by train in India.

What Are The Benefits Of Booking Train Tickets From Irctc Website? 

Booking train tickets from IRCTC has several benefits, some of which are:

Online Booking: With IRCTC, you can book train tickets online from the comfort of your home or office without the need to physically visit a railway station or booking counter.

Easy Accessibility: The IRCTC website and mobile app are user-friendly and easy to navigate, making booking train tickets easy.

Quick Booking Process: Booking train tickets through IRCTC is a quick and hassle-free process that can be completed in a few simple steps.

Wide Range Of Options: IRCTC offers a wide range of trains and classes, allowing you to pick the one that suits your budget and preferences.

Secure Payment: IRCTC uses secure payment gateways to ensure your payment details are safe and secure.

Availability Of Information: IRCTC provides information on train timings, seat availability, fares, and more, making it easier for you to plan your journey.

Refund And Cancellation Policies: IRCTC has flexible refund and cancellation policies that allow you to cancel your ticket and get a refund in case of unforeseen circumstances.

In summary, railway booking from IRCTC offers convenience, accessibility, a wide range of options, secure payment, availability of information, and flexible refund and cancellation policies, making it a popular choice for millions of passengers travelling by trains in India.

Why Railways Are Considered To Be The Best Mode Of Transportation? 

Railway transportation has been an integral element of the life of many domestic travellers. Flights may not connect all of India's towns and cities, while railways reach practically every one. The ease of travel provided by Indian Railways is so notable.

Traveling by Indian Railways is a joyful experience, particularly the joy of spending your entire journey observing the unique geography, steep terrains, magnificent scenery, and so on, not to mention the many people of different caste and creed. It includes practically all of the major villages, towns, and cities. 

Conclusion 

Railways in India are one of the safest, simplest, and most cost-effective routes of transportation. Prior to traveling by train, tickets must be reserved. As the number of people choosing to travel by train has grown, various ticketing options have emerged.So, the next time you are up for IRCTC Train booking, try out booking from Railofy.

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Railway Subsidy For The Elderly Still On Halt, While MPs Enjoy Concessions

Railway Subsidy For The Elderly Still On Halt, While MPs Enjoy Concessions

Senior citizens used to get 40 to 40 per cent subsidy on train tickets. Bhopal: Railway fare concessions to senior citizens, which were stopped during Covid, have not yet been reinstated despite MPs from both the ruling BJP and main opposition Congress batting for it, and a Parliament committee recommending it. While this concession was shelved citing growing subsidy bills, the Indian Railways…

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Eagle Point Park, Clinton (No. 6)

Overlooking the Mississippi River and General Zebulon Pike Lock and Dam are the 164 acres known as Eagle Point Park. Visitors are provided with spectacular views of the river and parts of Illinois, and Iowa. Shelter buildings constructed from native stone are available by reservation. The park offers many more amenities, such as: picnic tables, barbecue grills, tennis courts, wading pool, viewing towers, playground equipment, horseshoe courts, and a band shell.

Situated in the northern section of Clinton is one of the best assets of our fair city, beautiful Eagle Point Park well-maintained, unusual and very delightful.

There is a stone look-out tower that the locals refer to as the “Castle”.  Kids have played in and around it for years as they crawl in and out of the lower holes or jump out of the windows which are 4 feet off the ground.  The Castle has a spiral stone staircase winding around twice before it reaches the top of the building.  It was built by the WPA along with two bridges, a recirculating waterfall and a stone staircase which goes down the bluff although part of the stairwell is now gone since the bluff has fallen away somewhat.  There is also a wooden lodge that was built by the WPA.

In 1888, mule-drawn cars ran on a narrow-gauge rail from Main Street to what was at that time named Joyce’s Park, which is now called Eagle Point Park. When the Clinton Street Railway (owners of the park) changed to electric-driven cars in 1891, it was necessary to enlarge its tracks. Because there was no entrance to the park except by rail, the company ran an eight-mile line to the park in 1902. From that time on, there were open cars to the park during the summer months, and service all year to within a short distance of the park.

Rail fare was five cents per person, but entrance to the park was free. Four pavilions, concession stands and a variety of amusement equipment were located in the park. Free movies were shown every night and many dances were held in the early part of the century.

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Here are answers to your questions regarding trains

Trains London to Edinburgh - Rail Online can answer all your queries. Take a look.

Q: How can I cancel a train ticket?

Answer: It is easy to cancel train ticket on Paytm app and website. Just login to your Paytm account. Find your reservation in the My Orders section. Select the Travel tab in My Orders to easily see your ticket details. Select the order of your reserved ticket. Now you can select the name of the passenger whose ticket is to be cancelled, then click on 'Cancel'. The cancellation will be confirmed online and the refund will be returned to your source account.

Q: Is there any concession for booking train tickets for senior citizens?

Answer: Yes, as per the rules laid down by Indian Railways, Senior Males of minimum 60 years of age and Females above 58 years of age are given senior citizen benefit in all classes of Mail / Express / Rajdhani / Shatabdi / Jan fares. Shatabdi / Duronto train group. The concession element is 40% for men and 50% for women. No concession tickets are allowed for Garib Rath, Gatimaan, Vande Bharat, Suvidha and Humsafar Train / Quota / Class.

Q: Are train tickets paid for children?

Answer: Children below 5 years are not charged for IRCTC train tickets. Children between the ages of 5 and 12 need to obtain a train ticket with a 50% discount to get a seat, but without a bed. If you need a bed for your child (aged 5 to 12), you must pay the full amount.

Q. What documents are required for online railway booking?

Ans: You don't need any documents while booking train tickets online but passengers must carry valid identity proof like Pan Card, Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License etc. while traveling by train.

Q: How does PNR Confirmation Prediction work?

Answer: When you search for train tickets for a specific route, travel date and class, you will see a list of trains with a confirmation probability percentage listed for each train. The higher the percentage, the higher the chance of your tickets being confirmed.

Q: Can I cancel my train ticket after the train has departed?

Answer: No, IRCTC e-tickets cannot be canceled after the departure of the train. However, you can file your TDR claim online and track your claim.

Q: How can I file TDR if I have booked train tickets using Paytm?

Ans: To file TDR you can send an email to company’s website with complete ticket details like PNR number, passenger namesand train number.

Q: Can I get a ticket refund if I miss a train?

Answer: In case you miss your train, you can apply for TDR by emailing at the website’s mail. Email should be sent with all ticket details including PNR number, train number and passenger name

Q. What other railway services does Paytm offer apart from train ticket booking?

Answer: Apart from IRCTC train ticket booking services, Paytm offers several other services in collaboration with the Indian Railway Reservation System. You can check the current PNR status of your train booking, check the current train running status and also use our PNR Prediction feature to ensure that the chances of your ticket confirmation are high.

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Indian Railways Special Concession on Health Grounds

Indian Railways Special Concession on Health Grounds

Did you know that you can use train travel concessions if you are traveling for treatment of certain diseases? There is a special deduction in fares for patients under 53 categories. Out of these, at least 10 categories are reserved for severe diseases. However, like many other rules of Indian Railways, there is a lack of awareness among the people which often leads to non-usage of such…

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Senior Citizens in Jamshedpur Plan Protest Against Railway Fare Hike

Singhbhum Central Senior Citizens Committee to march in protest on August 13, demanding the reinstatement of railway fare concessions and pension hike. Senior citizens in Jamshedpur are angered by the central government’s decision not to restore the previous 40% and 50% railway fare concessions in the 2024 budget. JAMSHEDPUR – The Singhbhum Central Senior Citizens Committee held a meeting today…

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The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has decided to run more than 65 special trains around the country for  candidates who are appearing for the RRB NTPC 2022 exam (Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories 2022).

A majority of these trains began running one day before the exams (on May 8) to let students arrive in the morning, and subsequently, to drop them off to their respective hometowns after the exams are completed. According to the officials, the candidates will have to pay their own fares and no concessions would be granted. This is being done because many RRB NTPC applicants have complained about the exam centres being too far away from their hometowns.

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No plans of restoring rail concessions for senior citizens: Vaishnaw

Nearly seven crore senior citizens travelled by trains without availing concessions over the last two years since the Railways suspended the facility in March 2020, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.

He also said that the ministry has no plans of restoring the concessions at present.

In a written reply to a query in the Lok Sabha, Vaishnaw said that between 20 March, 2020 and 31 March 2021, 1.87 crore senior citizens travelled by trains while between April 1, 2021 and February 2022, 4.74 crore availed rail services.

The minister also said that approximately 12 crore senior citizens (both reserved and unreserved) availed concession in passenger fare during 2019-20 and revenue foregone due to concession on this account for the same period was approximately Rs 1,667 crore.

"Since age of unreserved senior citizen passengers in unreserved ticketing system (UTS) is not captured and concession to this category were withdrawn from 20.03.2020, data for unreserved senior citizen passenger is not available for the mentioned period.

"Since age of unreserved senior citizen passengers is not captured and some of the senior citizen passengers do not avail concessions, actual saving cannot be determined," Vaishnaw said on the Railways' savings from the suspension of the facility.

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Mumbai Metro To Offer 25 Percent Fare Concession On Line 2A, 7 From May 1: Check Eligibility

Metro 2A (yellow line) connects Dahisar E and DN Nagar in Andheri West, while line 7 runs between Andheri E and Dahisar E (red line). source https://zeenews.india.com/railways/mumbai-metro-to-offer-25-percent-fare-concession-on-line-2a-7-from-may-1-check-eligibility-2600911.html

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Former attachment to Austria-Hungary

Though it had withdrawn from its former attachment to Austria-Hungary, it had not become a protag of Russia. The visit of the Czar in June 1914 was considered an unprecedented honor and emphasized the predominant place of Rumania in the Balkans. The visit was regarded in Germany as an attempt to win Rumania to the side of the Triple Entente. But Rumania coveted the land of no other Balkan state and was a factor in favor of peace. It devoted itself to a policy of domestic reform which bade fair to result in great improvement in the condition of the masses. Bulgaria had seen every one of its ambitions ruined, and was burning for revenge against its enemies. The elections which were held December 7, 1913, resulted in the defeat of the government which was blamed for the disasters that had befallen the country. But the new Sobranje was overwhelmingly Russophobe, and Bulgaria definitely aligned itself with Austria-Hungary.

Bulgarian government

Though a group of French banks were prepared to grant the Bulgarian government a loan of $100,000,000 on more favorable terms, the loan was made from German bankers, who received in return valuable railway and mining concessions. By means of the money thus obtained strenuous efforts were made to rehabilitate the army. By the Treaty of Bucharest, Greece had secured not only Saloniki, but the only other valuable Egean port, Kavala. Bulgarian hatred was intensified by the appearance of thousands of Bulgars driven from Greek Macedonia into Bulgaria, and this resulted in similar reprisals upon Greek residents in Bulgaria. But it was against Serbia that Bulgarians felt the greatest bitterness. Serbia had broken her ante-bellum pact with Bulgaria and by the terms of the Treaty of Bucharest had obtained almost the whole of Macedonia, and was engaged in “ nationalizing ” its Bulgarian inhabitants, who fled by thousands to the mother country.

No one of the combatants had fared so badly in the Balkan wars as Turkey. She had lost seven-eighths of her European possessions, which were now reduced practically to a backyard for Constantinople. Her Asiatic dominions were in a wretched condition. The thousands of exiled officials and discontented soldiers who had returned from Macedonia gave cause for great concern.

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Former attachment to Austria-Hungary

Though it had withdrawn from its former attachment to Austria-Hungary, it had not become a protag of Russia. The visit of the Czar in June 1914 was considered an unprecedented honor and emphasized the predominant place of Rumania in the Balkans. The visit was regarded in Germany as an attempt to win Rumania to the side of the Triple Entente. But Rumania coveted the land of no other Balkan state and was a factor in favor of peace. It devoted itself to a policy of domestic reform which bade fair to result in great improvement in the condition of the masses. Bulgaria had seen every one of its ambitions ruined, and was burning for revenge against its enemies. The elections which were held December 7, 1913, resulted in the defeat of the government which was blamed for the disasters that had befallen the country. But the new Sobranje was overwhelmingly Russophobe, and Bulgaria definitely aligned itself with Austria-Hungary.

Bulgarian government

Though a group of French banks were prepared to grant the Bulgarian government a loan of $100,000,000 on more favorable terms, the loan was made from German bankers, who received in return valuable railway and mining concessions. By means of the money thus obtained strenuous efforts were made to rehabilitate the army. By the Treaty of Bucharest, Greece had secured not only Saloniki, but the only other valuable Egean port, Kavala. Bulgarian hatred was intensified by the appearance of thousands of Bulgars driven from Greek Macedonia into Bulgaria, and this resulted in similar reprisals upon Greek residents in Bulgaria. But it was against Serbia that Bulgarians felt the greatest bitterness. Serbia had broken her ante-bellum pact with Bulgaria and by the terms of the Treaty of Bucharest had obtained almost the whole of Macedonia, and was engaged in “ nationalizing ” its Bulgarian inhabitants, who fled by thousands to the mother country.

No one of the combatants had fared so badly in the Balkan wars as Turkey. She had lost seven-eighths of her European possessions, which were now reduced practically to a backyard for Constantinople. Her Asiatic dominions were in a wretched condition. The thousands of exiled officials and discontented soldiers who had returned from Macedonia gave cause for great concern.

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Former attachment to Austria-Hungary

Though it had withdrawn from its former attachment to Austria-Hungary, it had not become a protag of Russia. The visit of the Czar in June 1914 was considered an unprecedented honor and emphasized the predominant place of Rumania in the Balkans. The visit was regarded in Germany as an attempt to win Rumania to the side of the Triple Entente. But Rumania coveted the land of no other Balkan state and was a factor in favor of peace. It devoted itself to a policy of domestic reform which bade fair to result in great improvement in the condition of the masses. Bulgaria had seen every one of its ambitions ruined, and was burning for revenge against its enemies. The elections which were held December 7, 1913, resulted in the defeat of the government which was blamed for the disasters that had befallen the country. But the new Sobranje was overwhelmingly Russophobe, and Bulgaria definitely aligned itself with Austria-Hungary.

Bulgarian government

Though a group of French banks were prepared to grant the Bulgarian government a loan of $100,000,000 on more favorable terms, the loan was made from German bankers, who received in return valuable railway and mining concessions. By means of the money thus obtained strenuous efforts were made to rehabilitate the army. By the Treaty of Bucharest, Greece had secured not only Saloniki, but the only other valuable Egean port, Kavala. Bulgarian hatred was intensified by the appearance of thousands of Bulgars driven from Greek Macedonia into Bulgaria, and this resulted in similar reprisals upon Greek residents in Bulgaria. But it was against Serbia that Bulgarians felt the greatest bitterness. Serbia had broken her ante-bellum pact with Bulgaria and by the terms of the Treaty of Bucharest had obtained almost the whole of Macedonia, and was engaged in “ nationalizing ” its Bulgarian inhabitants, who fled by thousands to the mother country.

No one of the combatants had fared so badly in the Balkan wars as Turkey. She had lost seven-eighths of her European possessions, which were now reduced practically to a backyard for Constantinople. Her Asiatic dominions were in a wretched condition. The thousands of exiled officials and discontented soldiers who had returned from Macedonia gave cause for great concern.