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07 Nov

Experience Switzerland at Home: This Scenic Kashmir Train Ride Will Leave You Awestruck

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Without crossing international borders, travelers can witness breathtaking winter train journeys that rival Switzerland by visiting India's very own picturesque Kashmir Valley, where viral social media clips—such as one shared on Instagram by content creator Sagar Chaurasiya—highlight the stunning vistas of snow-covered mountain slopes, frozen trees, and charming settlements visible right from the train windows. To enjoy this unforgettable journey, passengers can board services from Banihal Railway Station heading towards key stops including Srinagar, Budgam, and Baramulla, while keeping in mind that train numbers and departure timings fluctuate, requiring a quick check on the official Indian Railways or IRCTC portal…

16 Jul

The 7 Highest Waterfalls in the World

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Waterfalls have fascinated travellers for centuries with their breathtaking beauty and immense power. While some are celebrated for their size or water flow, others leave a lasting impression with their incredible height. Cascading from towering cliffs, rugged mountains and dramatic plateaus, these natural wonders are often found in remote locations that make them even more awe-inspiring. Here are some of the tallest waterfalls in the world. 1. Angel Falls, VenezuelaStanding at an astonishing 979 metres (3,212 feet), Angel Falls is the world's tallest uninterrupted waterfall. Located in Venezuela's Canaima National Park, it plunges dramatically from the summit of Auyán-tepui, one…

20 Sep

Save money on your next trip with these 7 cheap shopping cities

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The whole experience of shopping elsewhere is thrilling. With so many global brands at your fingertips, it's difficult to resist the temptation to shop. Even though the price tag is alluring, many of us tend to be hesitant. The cost of shopping overseas can be somewhat higher than that of shopping in India, let's face it. However, this need not always be the case. You'll be happy to hear that you can shop without going over budget in a number of foreign locations. These nations provide a memorable shopping experience, complete with vibrant marketplaces and modern retail centers. Let's examine…

27 Jan

‘Aisle Lice’: The New Term for Disruptive Airplane Passengers

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The term "aisle lice" has emerged to describe passengers who rush to disembark immediately after a plane lands, often causing chaos and frustration among fellow travelers. This behavior has become a significant topic of discussion on social media platforms and forums like Reddit, where users share experiences and express annoyance toward those who push their way off the plane first. Previously, "gate lice" referred to individuals who attempt to board planes out of turn, prompting airlines to implement measures such as rejecting boarding passes if passengers try to board before their zone is called. However, the issue of "aisle lice"…

20 Jan

Haa Valley offers visitors a unique glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of Bhutan

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Haa Valley, one of Bhutan's least explored regions, has been listed among BBC's top 25 travel destinations for 2025. Known for its pristine natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, Haa Valley offers visitors a unique glimpse into Bhutan's traditional lifestyle. The recognition is expected to boost tourism in the region, contributing to local economic development while promoting sustainable travel practices.

14 Nov

Northeast India will welcome the Vande Bharat Express which connects Assam and Tripura, from Silchar to Agartala

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A new Vande Bharat Express train that connects Silchar, Assam, with Agartala, the capital of Tripura, is shortly to benefit the Northeastern area of India. For residents of these states, this new service will greatly increase connection, cut down on travel times, and make travel more comfortable. The government's dedication to enhancing Northeastern infrastructure and facilitating faster and simpler travel for its citizens is demonstrated by the opening of this new Vande Bharat train. In Northeast India, this will be the second Vande Bharat Express train to be introduced. A Vande Bharat Express between Guwahati, Assam, and New Jalpaiguri, West…

20 Jun

Recently SpiceJet passengers made to sit without AC for 1 hr amid heatwave in Delhi

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On Wednesday SpiceJet passengers travelling from Delhi to Darbhanga had to wait inside the aircraft without AC for about an hour amid the intense heatwave in the national capital. According to the reports, several passengers complained that they were feeling unwell. Actually a video of the incident showing passengers sweating and trying to make fans out of books and magazines has surfaced. This is actually bad news as passengers of SpiceJet have to suffer like this. Right now weather is changing very much and it become very difficult to predict it. As we know summer season has started and in…

25 Apr

Starting at just 20 rupees IRCTC has introduced ‘Economy Meals’

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Recently The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has introduced ‘Economy Meals’ starting at just 20 rupees for general passengers at select stations. Actually they have decided to set up counters at 100 stations across the Indian Railways network. This is actually good that Indian Railways want to give food at very affordable cost so that everyone travel properly without empty stomach and people should encourage this step. Actually Indian Railway is very big and huge number of people works here. In fact people of India feel very proud for Indian Railway as today people travel a lot by…

12 Jan

Recently Shashi Tharoor shares pictures of London buses with ‘Go Kerala’ sign

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Recently Congress MP Shashi Tharoor took to social media to share pictures of buses in London with ‘Go Kerala’ sign. He wrote, “A friend sent me these pictures from London of city buses sporting a ‘Go Kerala’ sign. Kerala Tourism at work, but is the message too subtle?” Buses feature landscape of Kerala. This is good news as people can see images of India in foreign country and it is actually making progress of India by which everyone getting benefit. In reality Kerala is very beautiful place and many people from India and foreign want to visit it. In fact…

08 Jan

Now Howrah-NJP Vande Bharat Express to run at a lightning speed

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Recently the newly launched Vande Bharat Express and the Shatabdi Express plying from New Jalpaiguri (NJP) to Howrah will be running at an increased speed at around 130 km per hour. Significantly on this Sunday the train’s trial run was successfully conducted. As per reports, previously run at a slower speed, the Howrah-NJP Vande Bharat Express will now proceed to run at its own pace. Actually the work of the high-speed line from NJP to Malda has been completed and subsequently, its trial run was conducted. Earlier on this Sunday a 26-coach special train left NJP for Malda. Special precautions…