Travel
Discover the latest travel news, updates, and insights from Odisha and beyond. Covering tourism developments, destination highlights, transport updates, and global travel trends, this section keeps you informed on everything travel-related.
ECoR Adds Extra Coaches to Tejas Rajdhani, Hirakhand and Shatabdi for Clear Peak Rush
To accommodate the surge in passenger traffic and improve travel comfort during the peak season, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the temporary augmentation of coaches in several popular express...
IndiGo Fined Rs 22 Crore by DGCA for Flight Delay Chaos, Poor Rostering Blamed
India’s aviation regulator has imposed a penalty of Rs 22.20 crore on IndiGo after widespread flight delays and cancellations disrupted travel for over 300,000 passengers in December 2025. The Directorate...
Rail Revolution: New Amrit Bharat Express Trains Speed Up Connectivity!
Under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indian Railways has taken a significant leap forward in enhancing inter-regional connectivity and passenger amenities with the introduction of advanced next-generation...
Odisha Dy CM Reviews Heritage Site Development, Orders Cleanliness Drive and Tourist Facilities
Deputy Chief Minister Smt. Pravati Parida chaired a high-level review meeting at Lokaseva Bhawan today to discuss the integrated development, conservation, and tourism management of major heritage and religious sites,...
Odisha Ushers in Smart Mobility with ‘Odisha Yatri’ App
The Government of Odisha has launched Odisha Yatri – One App. Many Journeys. A Smarter Odisha, ushering in a new era of integrated, inclusive, and citizen-centric urban mobility across the...
Wings and Waves: Birding and Boat Races Ignite Day 2 of Chilika Bird Festival
The serene waters of Chilika Lake came alive on the second day of the 6th National Chilika Bird Festival, blending the tranquillity of birdwatching with the excitement of traditional boat...
ASI Monuments and Museums Online Ticket Booking Now Live on ONDC Network
In a significant boost to digital tourism, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has rolled out online ticket booking for more than 170 centrally protected monuments and museums via the...
Indian Railways Fare Hike 2025: New Rates from Dec 26 – No Increase for Suburban, Season Tickets & Short Trips
The Ministry of Railways has introduced a rationalised passenger fare structure, effective from December 26, 2025, aimed at ensuring operational sustainability while prioritising affordability for the majority of passengers, especially...
Ministry of Tourism Sanctions 40 Projects Worth Rs 3295.76 Cr Under SASCI
The Ministry of Tourism sanctioned 40 projects worth Rs 3295.76 crore under the ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) – Development of Iconic Tourist Centres to Global Scale’...
Railways to Introduce Regional Cuisine in Vande Bharat, Cracks Down on Fake Ticket Accounts
In a significant push towards improving passenger experience and ensuring fair access to train tickets, Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, conducted...
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