May 5, 2026

Diwali travel

Travel boom on Diwali: Record surge in bookings! Families blend leisure and spiritual trips – The Times of India

Travel boom on Diwali: Record surge in bookings! Families blend leisure and spiritual trips – The Times of India

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India is witnessing a record surge in travel this Diwali, with families blending traditional celebrations with leisure trips, luxury getaways, and spiritual journeys. Online travel platforms report strong growth in both domestic and international bookings, highlighting the country’s festive travel boom.MakeMyTrip co-founder and Group CEO Rajesh Magow said that visiting friends and relatives (VFR) remains…

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12,000 special trains to carry 3 crore additional passengers | India News – The Times of India

12,000 special trains to carry 3 crore additional passengers | India News – The Times of India

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NEW DELHI: Railways will run around 12,000 special trains to clear the festive rush during Diwali and Chhath, and going by estimates, these would carry around three crore additional passengers – more than Australia’s population – over 45 days, beginning Oct 1.Railways minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Tuesday said another 150 completely unreserved trains will be kept…

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