Travel And Tourism: News
05 Mar 2019
India#FinancialBytes: Credit-card tips, hacks to save money as you spend
Credit cards have become an essential part of our lives today and are one of the widely-used payment methods for cashless transactions.
03 Mar 2019
Indian RailwaysIRCTC: Comparing 'Tatkal' and 'Premium Tatkal' ticket bookings
For facilitating last-minute passenger reservations, IRCTC offers online Tatkal ticket booking service.
28 Feb 2019
GoaDon't do drugs, drink feni in music fests: Goa minister
Last week, the Goa government gave its nod for Sunburn's Electronic Dance Music (EDM) festival after a three-year hiatus.
23 Feb 2019
ChandigarhRailways to launch special Statue of Unity train from March
Five months after the world's tallest statue, the Statue of Unity, was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Indian Railways is set to launch a special train service for tourists visiting the statue from March 4.
20 Feb 2019
PuneSunburn festival returns to Goa after three-long years
The Goa government has given its approval for holding the Sunburn Klassique electronic dance and music (EDM) festival in the state, Tourism Minister Manohar Ajgaonkar said today.
19 Feb 2019
IndiaNow, tour Goa using these eco-friendly bicycles
In India, Goa is known to be one of the most preferred places for touring.
12 Feb 2019
Indian RailwaysWant to book general, reservation train tickets online? Here's how
Booking a train ticket has become quite easy these days, thanks to technological advancements and the Indian Railways' efforts to enhance passenger convenience.
08 Feb 2019
Indian Railways5 useful apps for frequent Indian Railways passengers
In India, the railways are genuinely a lifeline for tourists.
07 Feb 2019
GoaGoa: Exchange cigarette butts for free beer at this shack
Goa, a go-to place for many, sees an inflow of 7L tourists every year.
07 Feb 2019
KeralaIconic nude woman's statue in Kerala might get bronze plating
Kerala, known as God's own country, is also home to an iconic naked female statue, which is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the state.
02 Feb 2019
India#FinancialBytes: 'Secret' Amex Black Card's perks you didn't know about
The American Express Centurion Card for the uber-rich, popularly known as Amex Black Card, is the ultimate status symbol in the credit card world.
27 Jan 2019
UttarakhandCountry's second tulip garden to be built in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand's first tulip garden will come up over 50 hectares of forest land in Pithoragarh district at a cost of Rs. 50cr.
18 Jan 2019
IndiaKumbh 2019: Indian Railways launches device for generating unreserved tickets
To facilitate the large number of pilgrims visiting the Kumbh Mela in Allahabad, from all over the country, the Indian Railways has taken a number of steps.
17 Jan 2019
IndiaIndian Railways helps woman passenger on period with sanitary pad
Traveling during menstruation can be daunting.
16 Jan 2019
IndiaIRCTC installs first-ever Pizza Vending Machine at Mumbai railway station
Pizza lovers, and Indian railways passengers, both of which are high in numbers, have something to rejoice!
16 Jan 2019
IndiaIndian Railways: 7 advanced features on the new IRCTC website
The official Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website was given a major upgradation last year.
12 Jan 2019
IndiaIndian Railways' new move to reduce on-board bed-roll theft
The Indian Railways is always on lookout to enhance on-board facilities for its passengers to make the journey more enjoyable and convenient.
11 Jan 2019
IndiaYoung-Indians choose to discover themselves over getting married, says Tinder
For generations, the goals of Indians in their 20s have been to get a job, which provides a stable income, and get "settled".
11 Jan 2019
SwedenTea-seller and globetrotter: Story of a 70-year-old Keralite couple
If you think you are too broke to travel the world, you might want to take some tips from this Keralite couple who has traveled to 23 countries just by selling tea and coffee.
10 Jan 2019
IndiaRailways: How to check train PNR status via SMS, website
An Indian Railways Passenger Name Record (PNR) is a number assigned to a passenger or a group of passengers that contains a set of personal and travel information of the passenger(s).
10 Jan 2019
Indian ArmyHeavy snowfall leaves 150 stranded in Sikkim, rescued by Army
The Indian Army has rescued 150 tourists stranded in north Sikkim due to heavy snowfall, an official said today.
10 Jan 2019
IndiaIndian Railways: Take the spectacular Patalpani-Kalakund heritage train ride!
The Patalpani-Kalakund heritage train was introduced by the Western zone of Indian Railways on December 25, 2018.
09 Jan 2019
Andaman & NicobarSoon, islands in Andaman will be connected by seaplanes
According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, islands in Andaman will soon be connected by seaplanes that can land on or take-off from water.
09 Jan 2019
Indian RailwaysIndian Railways: How to download IRCTC Food on Track app
In a bid to make catering experience for railway passengers more convenient and enjoyable, the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched the Food on Track app.
02 Jan 2019
India#FinancialBytes: Factors to consider before taking a credit card
Credit cards have become an essential financial tool today because of the convenience they offer. People use credit cards for almost everything, including online/offline shopping, bill payments, travel-purchases, etc.
01 Jan 2019
IndiaHere is the list of all long weekends of 2019
2018 has ended and we can't believe how time went away in a blink.
29 Dec 2018
Indian ArmySnowfall blocks roads, Army rescues 1,500+ stranded tourists in Sikkim
The Indian Army has rescued over 1,500 tourists near the 17th Mile in East Sikkim, close to the India-China border, who were stranded following heavy snowfall.
29 Dec 2018
JharkhandJharkhand government building 'Santhal village' to draw more tourists
Buoyed by the increase in tourist footfall over the recent years, the Jharkhand government is building a 'Santhal village' in East Singhbhum district to promote the lifestyle and traditions of the community.
26 Dec 2018
TaiwanTaiwan: 152 Vietnamese tourists 'disappear' during holiday; search is on
Taiwanese authorities have commenced a search for 152 Vietnamese tourists who arrived with tourist visas last week, and have since gone missing.
24 Dec 2018
SyriaHere are world's safest and most-unsafe travel destinations for 2019
As we are stepping into 2019, we have also started making our travel lists.
23 Dec 2018
Indian RailwaysFirst Train 18 scheduled to run on Delhi-Varanasi route
The first Train 18 will run between Delhi and Varanasi, on December 29, the Indian Railways said, in response to a query in the Rajya Sabha.
20 Dec 2018
IndiaTrain 18 to make commercial debut on December 29
India's fastest indigenously manufactured train, Train 18, is all set to make its debut before the end of this year.
20 Dec 2018
India#IndianRailways: How Railways is planning to improve cleanliness of toilets
Over the decades, Indian Railways has come a long way in terms of connectivity, ticketing services, passenger amenities, convenience, and comfort.
20 Dec 2018
IndiaIRCTC Tatkal bookings: Circumstances under which full refund is provided
For facilitating last-minute passenger reservations, IRCTC offers online Tatkal ticket booking service.
19 Dec 2018
IndiaHere is the list of all long weekends of 2019
2018 is about to end and we couldn't believe how time went away in a blink.
14 Dec 2018
Indian RailwaysIRCTC: Comparing 'Tatkal' and 'Premium Tatkal' ticket bookings
For facilitating last-minute passenger reservations, IRCTC offers online Tatkal ticket booking service.
14 Dec 2018
IndiaIndian Railways bookings: Key rules to know about ticket reservations
Indian Railways allows passengers to book train tickets offline (through reservation counters) and online (via e-ticketing service- IRCTC's portal).
10 Dec 2018
IndiaVisiting Taj's main mausoleum? Shell out Rs. 200 more
Those wanting to see the main mausoleum of the Taj Mahal will need to buy an additional ticket of Rs. 200 from today.
09 Dec 2018
South KoreaAfter Japan, India starts Visa-on-arrival for South Korean nationals
India has started granting visa on arrival to South Korean nationals, a move that is expected to boost inflow of tourists and business visitors, officials said today.
03 Dec 2018
IndiaIndian Railways: How to transfer train ticket to blood relations
For facilitating last-minute change in plans of the passengers, the Indian Railways offers the option of transferring ticket to one of their blood relations.
