To manage rising passenger demand, Indian Railways will operate over 18,000 summer special train trips between April 15 and July 15, targeting high-traffic routes to reduce waiting lists and improve connectivity across key corridors.
Railways clarifies travel access for PwDs in unreserved Divyangjan coaches
Indian Railways has said passengers with valid UDID cards can travel in designated unreserved Divyangjan coaches on Mail and Express trains, with action to be taken against unauthorised occupants to ensure access for intended users.
India’s longest bus route: A 37-hour journey across four states
Connecting Bengaluru to Jodhpur over nearly 1,950 km, one of India’s longest bus routes offers more than just transit—taking travellers through changing landscapes, cultures and cuisines, with modern amenities making the 37-hour journey more manageable.
No solo treks, GPS tracking mandatory: Karnataka tightens rules for forest trails
Karnataka has introduced its first formal SOPs for trekking, making guides, prior registration and GPS tracking compulsory while restricting solo treks, aimed at improving safety after a series of incidents involving missing trekkers.
Summer travel guide: Best hill stations across India to visit in May
From Mahabaleshwar and Nainital to Munnar and Tawang, these destinations offer a welcome escape from peak summer heat, with cooler weather, scenic views and easy, slow-paced breaks across different parts of the country.
5 AI tools that can help you find cheaper flights and plan trips smarter
From price tracking and fare predictions to personalised itineraries, AI-powered tools like Hopper, Google Travel and Skyscanner are making it easier to plan trips, compare options and cut costs without juggling multiple tabs.
Travel disruptions and new safeguards: What flight cancellations and visa risks mean for your plans
As flight cancellations rise amid jet fuel shortages, travellers are navigating uneven passenger rights across regions. At the same time, new visa rejection insurance aims to cushion financial losses from denied applications, highlighting how uncertainty is reshaping the way people plan international travel.
A look at India’s artisanal cheeses that won four medals on debut at Mundial do Queijo do Brasil
A life without people isn’t as simple as it sounds: What science says about our need for social connection
While solitude may seem appealing, research shows prolonged social disconnection is linked to higher risks of heart disease, depression and even premature death, highlighting why balance, not isolation, is key to well-being.
Why some healthy meals work better than others—even with the same ingredients
From turmeric and black pepper to spinach and vitamin C, the way ingredients are paired and cooked can significantly impact how nutrients are absorbed. This piece explores the science of food synergy and why how you build a meal matters as much as what goes into it.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 and the return of feel-good, female-led cinema
As The Devil Wears Prada 2 gears up for release, it signals a possible shift back to character-driven, female-led stories in an industry dominated by spectacle—raising questions about whether audiences are ready to embrace joy, intimacy and emotional nuance again.
