Cuttack, Odisha, India uses Asia/Kolkata, currently IST (UTC+05:30). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Cuttack is a city in India, home to around 610,200 people. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
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Areas near the old town and main markets keep shops, transit, and daily services within easy reach, while newer development spreads toward the city's outskirts. A central stay simplifies access to both historic sites and transit links.
The city's riverside setting and historic sites are best explored in the cooler morning hours, particularly outside the intense heat of late spring. The old town's narrow lanes and markets reward an unhurried walk.
Auto-rickshaws and local buses cover most routes, with taxis and ride-hailing apps available for more direct or longer trips. Walking suits the older, denser parts of the city, though the heat can make midday travel tiring.
The cooler, drier months from around October through March are generally the most comfortable for sightseeing, avoiding both the intense pre-monsoon heat and the heavy monsoon rains that follow. Humidity rises noticeably from around June onward.
India uses the INR, calling code +91.
India's currency is the rupee, and Hindi and English serve as official languages nationally, while Odia is the primary regional language in this part of the country. A respectful, warm greeting is customary when meeting someone.
