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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.
Sky Descends at Tarakai Hill: A Serene Escape Near Bhubaneswar
Nestled on the fringes of Bhubaneswar, where urban bustle begins to fade into nature’s embrace, lies Tarakai Hill—a quiet sentinel rising from the Khordha landscape. On a recent monsoon evening,...
Rajdhani and Rajyarani Express Trains Get Additional Coaches to Clear Passenger Rush
To enhance passenger convenience, the East Coast Railway has announced the temporary addition of AC-3 Tier coaches to the Rajdhani and Rajyarani Express trains. This initiative aims to provide a...
East Coast Railway Unveils ‘ECoR Yatra’ App for Rath Yatra 2025
East Coast Railway (ECoR) has launched a dedicated mobile application—‘ECoR Yatra’—aimed at streamlining railway travel and amenities for the massive influx of devotees visiting Puri during Rath Yatra 2025. Now...
U.S. Reissues Level 2 Travel Advisory for India: Heightened Risk in Specific Regions, Including Odisha
The United States has reiterated its Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution travel advisory for India, citing heightened concerns over violent crime and terrorism. While popular tourist destinations remain accessible, the...
Rashtrapati Niketan in Dehradun to Welcome Visitors from June 24
The iconic Rashtrapati Niketan, the Presidential Retreat in Dehradun, will soon be open to the public starting June 24, 2025. The initiative aims to strengthen citizen engagement with the President’s...
Odisha Yatri Crosses 2 Lakh Trips, Drives Rs 2.5 Crore Earnings!
The Odisha Yatri app, launched by the state transport department in January 2025, has quickly become a game-changer in the state's mobility sector. In just five months, over 10,000 drivers...
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025: Registration Deadline, Routes & Costs
After a five-year pause, the revered Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to resume in June 2025, marking a significant moment for pilgrims eager to undertake the sacred trek. The Ministry...
Odisha Pavilion Makes Grand Mark at GITB 2025
Odisha Tourism made a strong impression at the Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) 2025, drawing global tour operators, MICE planners, and travel media to its well-curated pavilion. The showcase highlighted...
Centre Approves Greenfield Airports in Odisha’s Puri & Rajasthan’s Kota
In a significant move to bolster religious tourism and regional connectivity, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has granted in-principle approval for a Greenfield airport in Puri. Also, the Ministry of...
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Returns After 5-Year Hiatus
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, one of the most sacred pilgrimages for devotees of Lord Shiva, will resume on June 30, 2025, after a five-year break. The Ministry of External Affairs...
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