Travel

Bengaluru to Goa in 13 Hours? Vande Bharat Set to Transform the Journey

A new Vande Bharat Express between Bengaluru and Goa is on the cards, promising a faster 13-hour journey. With approvals pending, this route could soon redefine travel between the tech hub and beach paradise.

Travel

PM Modi Flags Off Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express, Linking Kerala, Tamil Nadu & Karnataka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off the Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express, along with three other Vande Bharat trains, during an online ceremony from Varanasi. The new high-speed service — the third for Kerala and the first inter-State link to Karnataka — promises to cut travel time by over two hours, completing the journey in just 8 hours and 40 minutes.

Travel

Indian Railways to Let Passengers Change Travel Dates on Confirmed Tickets from January 2026

In a major passenger-friendly move, Indian Railways will soon allow travellers to reschedule the date of confirmed tickets online, starting January 2026. Passengers will no longer need to cancel or rebook — and the process will come at no extra cost.

Human Interest

Surekha Yadav, Asia’s First Woman Train Driver, Retires After Trailblazing 36-Year Career

Surekha Yadav, Asia’s first woman train driver, has retired after a remarkable 36-year journey with Indian Railways. A true pioneer, she broke gender barriers and inspired countless women to chase their dreams in male-dominated fields.

#TravelwithAllycaral 👒

Indian Railways to Name Trains After Martyrs in Historic Tribute to India’s Bravehearts

In a powerful gesture of national pride, Indian Railways will now name select trains in honour of martyred soldiers. This initiative transforms everyday travel into a moving tribute, ensuring the legacy of India’s heroes lives on across every corner of the country.