Amrit Bharat Trains Launch Triggers Huge Rush in Kolkata
South-Eastern and Eastern Railway anticipate massive demand for new Amrit Bharat trains flagged off by PM Modi. Services connect Kolkata with Chennai, Delhi, and Varanasi starting this week.
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Kolkata Tourist Missing After Falling into Matla River
Suman Pal, a 32-year-old tourist from Garia, fell from a boat into the Matla River during a Sundarbans trip. Search operations continue amid strong currents.
Vijayawada Traffic Police Handle Heavy NH-65 Rush to Hyderabad
Heavy vehicular traffic persisted on NH-65 near Vijayawada as travelers returned to Hyderabad after holidays. Police implemented comprehensive measures including drone monitoring to ensure smooth flow.
Tourist Dies, Another Missing at Frozen Sela Lake in Arunachal
A tourist from Kerala died and another went missing after falling into frozen Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh when ice cracked. Army rescue teams recovered one body, search continues.
Raveena Tandon, Rasha Thadani Share Fun Shooting Moments
Bollywood stars Raveena Tandon and daughter Rasha Thadani enjoy a fun shooting session together. Rasha also announces her Telugu cinema debut while Raveena revisits Ooty after 25 years.
Kolkata Metro Blue Line Hit by Power Failure, Services Suspended
Kolkata's Blue Line metro services faced major disruptions on Tuesday morning due to a power failure between Rabindra Sadan and Netaji Bhavan stations, causing suspension between Tollygunge and Maidan.
Rapido Driver Helps Lost Russian Tourist in Goa, Wins Hearts
Sindhu Kumari, a Rapido driver, earns praise for helping a lost Russian tourist in Goa at night. She safely dropped her at the hotel and reassured her throughout.
Sankranti Travel: 11 Bus Operators Fined for Overcharging
Passengers face loot-like fares during Sankranti rush. Vizag RTO cracks down, fines 11 operators ₹33,600 for violations. Officials warn of strict action against overcharging.
Massive Sankranti Rush: 170 Special Trains Rolled Out
As Sankranti holidays begin, Telangana sees a massive travel surge. South Central Railway runs 170 special trains and deploys extra staff to manage over 2 lakh daily passengers at Secunderabad station. Read more.
Massive Sankranti rush jams Vijayawada bus station
Pandit Nehru Bus Stand in Vijayawada witnessed unprecedented Sankranti rush, with overcrowded buses and traffic snarls. Officials cite free travel for women as a key factor. Read more.
Woman killed by stray Indian gaur in Ooty
A 45-year-old woman was fatally attacked by a stray Indian gaur near her home in the Nilgiris. Forest officials provide compensation and address the rising human-wildlife conflict. Read more.
Goa Minister: Need to Rethink Tourist Type After Season Ups & Downs
Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte admits the state must attract a better tourist type. He highlights issues like touts, rubbish, and infrastructure, urging collective action from all stakeholders.
Indian man assaulted by transgender group in Pattaya
A 52-year-old Indian tourist was injured in Pattaya after a payment dispute escalated into a group assault. Police are investigating the incident caught on video.
Kolkata Restaurants Limit Customisation During Festive Rush
Kolkata restaurants and cloud kitchens prioritised speed over custom requests like 'less spicy' or 'tofu instead of paneer' during the December festive week due to high order volumes. Learn what can and cannot be customised.
Bengaluru Traffic Police, NHAI Plan for Holiday Return Rush
Bengaluru traffic police and NHAI gear up for heavy traffic as holidaymakers return to the city. Check key routes, advisories, and traffic management plans for May 5-6.
Lucknow New Year traffic chaos as crowds throng temples, parks
Lucknow witnessed severe traffic congestion on New Year's Day as massive crowds visited temples and parks. Devotees queued over 1km at Hanumant Dham. Read about the city's gridlocked celebrations.
Kerala's Rs 5 Crore Veli Tourist Centre Unused Since 2019
A Rs 5 crore tourist facilitation centre at Veli, Thiruvananthapuram, remains unused for 5 years due to lack of water and power. Locals urge govt to open it for summer crowds.
Vaishno Devi Yatra Registration Halted Till Jan 1 Morning
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board suspends new pilgrim registrations until January 1 morning due to unprecedented crowds. Check latest updates and safety guidelines here.
Tourists throng Manali for New Year 2026, hope for snow
Manali witnesses a massive tourist influx for New Year 2026 celebrations. Hotels are fully booked as visitors from Delhi, Chandigarh arrive, eagerly hoping for snowfall.
Tourist trains crash near Machu Picchu, 1 dead
A tragic head-on collision between two tourist trains en route to Machu Picchu in Peru has resulted in one fatality and left around 30 people injured. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Nandi Hills Tourist Entry Banned by Karnataka Government
Karnataka government bans tourist entry to Nandi Hills due to safety risks from heavy rain and landslides. Officials cite dangerous conditions and urge public cooperation. Details inside.
Uttarakhand Hill Stations Brace for New Year Tourist Influx
Uttarakhand's hill stations like Mussoorie, Nainital, and Kumaon towns report near-full bookings for New Year. Authorities implement traffic and safety measures for the festive rush. Read more.
Ooty bans plastic bottles, introduces water ATMs
Ooty bans plastic water bottles to fight pollution. New water ATMs run by women's groups offer refills for ₹10. A viral video highlights this sustainable tourism model.
Japanese Tourists Harassed at Varanasi Ghat on Christmas
A viral video shows Japanese tourists in Santa outfits harassed at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat on Dec 25. Netizens and politicians slam the incident, raising safety concerns for foreign visitors.
Massive Rush at Temples for Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025
Vaikuntha Ekadashi 2025 witnessed massive devotee turnout across temples. See how the faithful observed fasts, chanted mantras, and sought blessings through the sacred Vaikuntha Dwaram.
Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer Gridlocked by Tourist Surge
Rajasthan's top tourist destinations faced severe traffic chaos this Christmas due to a 23% visitor surge. Read how it impacted locals and tourists, and what authorities did.
Jaipur Boosts Traffic Force for New Year Tourist Influx
Jaipur traffic police deploy 300 officials from neighboring districts to manage expected heavy tourist traffic on New Year's Day and weekend. New domestic tourist trends noted.
SWR Extends Special Trains to Clear Passenger Rush
South Western Railways extends operations of 10 weekly & bi-weekly special trains till Feb to handle extra passenger traffic. Check new dates for Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam & other routes.
Record New Year tourist influx hits Mangaluru, Udupi beaches & temples
Coastal Karnataka witnesses massive New Year tourist surge. Panambur Beach footfall hits 20,000+, temples see huge devotee crowds. Major infrastructure expansion underway. Explore the holiday rush details.
Global Cities Fight Overtourism with Taxes & Caps
From Venice to Barcelona, cities worldwide are imposing tourist taxes, visitor caps, and rental bans to combat overtourism and protect local life. Discover the new travel rules.
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