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Among many things South India is famous for, it is railway journeys that stand out as a lifetime experience. The trains in South India have entered a new phase with the introduction and expansion of Vande Bharat Express trains across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. These semi-high-speed trains are known for their…
Inunganbi Takhellambam had to endure journeys that often stretched to three days without reservations when she competed at age-group national competitions more than a decade ago.Hailing from Manipur, Inunganbi and other judokas from the state would first travel to Dimapur in Nagaland and then take a train to Kolkata. After changing trains there, they would…
Akshaya Tritiya is one of the most auspicious days of Hindu calendar. It is believed that this is considered as the day of “never-ending prosperity” and holds immense religious significance. It is said that any act performed on this day multiflies manifold, be it charity, prayer, or a new beginning. multiplies manifold. The day also…
In the era of high-speed rail and overnight flights, India’s mountain trains still chug along at a different speed. The chug along slowly, and pause frequently, for you to take in the scenery, which is so jaw-droppingly beautiful from every angle that you would actually want to spend time there. Speed was never in the…
There’s something incredibly comforting about train travel in India, the slow chugging on the tracks, that rhythmic sound coming in, chai calls at stations, and the ease of watching beautiful landscapes, are some of the things that we love about the train travel. Apart from being budget-friendly, and offering comfort, this mode of journey is…
