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Nainital: You will now have to pay entry fee to visit these eco-tourism sites
As per the latest development, the Uttarakhand forest department has recently implemented a new entry fee of INR 50 per person for access to two prominent eco-tourism sites. If reports are to go by, these are two popular tourist spots, namely 'Tiffin Top' and 'China Peak', located within the picturesque Nainital district.
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Kolkata Police issues traffic advisory ahead of PM Modi's mega rally today
Kolkata Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mega roadshow in the city on May 28 and May 29. The advisory includes diversions, road closures, and alternative routes to manage the anticipated traffic surge during the event. Modi's visit to West Bengal spans two days, preceding the seventh and final phase of the Lok Sabha elections, scheduled for June 1.
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Complete ban on the use of mobile phones in Ayodhya’s Ram Janmabhoomi Temple: Here what it...
In a recent update, the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya has completely put a ban on the use of mobile phones within its premises. The decision was taken jointly by the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra and the Ayodhya administration. The reasons given by the authorities are security concerns and the need to ensure the comfort of devotees.
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In a first, Indian Haj pilgrims ride high-speed trains to Makkah from Jeddah
For the first time in history, Indian Haj pilgrims on their journey will experience a new level of comfort. Instead of the traditional bus journey from Jeddah airport to Makkah, the pilgrims will now board high-speed trains, which will also reduce the travel time in half.
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Summer travel rises 40% this year, travel sector see buoyant demand
As Indian travellers pack their bags to escape the scorching heat, there has been a 40 per cent on-year increase in summer travel this year, with hospitality and travel services providers noticing buoyant demand. Although the ongoing general elections have had a minor impact on corporate and Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) business, hotels are finding increased retail business with beach destinations still fighting it out with hill stations for the favoured holiday site.
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Cyclone Remal to hit West Bengal today; flight operations suspended in Kolkata; alerts in several
According to the prediction of India Meteorological Department (IMD), cyclone 'Remal' will make landfall in Kolkata today. This is the first cyclone of the pre-monsoon season in the Bay of Bengal and keeping the risks in mind, the Kolkata airport has suspended flight operations.
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Increased tourist footfall in Srinagar; may have to book a month in advance for houseboat rides!
If your Kashmir summer wishlist has traditional houseboat rides on it, make sure you book at least a month in advance. Tourist footfall has increased around Dal Lake and adjacent areas in Kashmir, with further growth expected in the days to come. With most of the Indian states under the grip of extreme heat, Srinagar comes as one of the coolest places in India right now.
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Goa government cancels the much-awaited 'Lantern Festival' on Morjim beach; know why?
In a recent turn of events, the government of Goa has cancelled the much awaited Lantern Festivals which was slated for 25th May. The organisers shared, "Glowfest cancelled", on their official page. The decision was taken after the protests by activists on social media. The petitions to authorities to initiate action against the likely danger to marine life, which, they said, is already suffering from various activities.
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Summer travel up 40% this year; hospitality, travel services providers see buoyant demand
As Indian travellers pack their bags to escape the scorching heat, there has been a 40 per cent on-year increase in summer travel this year, with hospitality and travel services providers noticing buoyant demand.
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UAE awards Golden Visa to renowned actor Rajnikanth; know what privilege it offers
Renowned actor Rajinikanth has been honored with the prestigious UAE Golden Visa by the Department of Culture and Tourism in the UAE. Taking to social media, the superstar expressed his gratitude towards the Abu Dhabi Government and MA Yusuff Ali, the chairman and managing director of Lulu Group, for their instrumental roles in securing this accolade.
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JetBlue and British Airways May Be Partnering Up to Expand Their Networks — What That'll Mean for....
JetBlue and British Airways have submitted a codeshare agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), hoping to make travel easier for fliers across the Atlantic.
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Kashmir on road to become 'Valley of hope' for startups: Ex-NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant
India’s G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant has lauded the significant changes witnessed in Jammu and Kashmir after the scrapping of Article 370 in 2019. Kant, the former CEO of NITI Aayog, has said that Kashmir has the potential of becoming the 'Valley of hope' for startups, especially after recent ‘radical’ transformation on the ground.
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UAE visa update: Travelers need to have INR 68,000; only visa and return tickets not enough
The UAE offers a Visit Visa for individuals wishing to visit the country, which serves multiple purposes such as visiting relatives, travel, exploring job opportunities, and more. Now, as per the latest news reports, immigration authorities have intensified inspections and screenings at UAE airports to detect individuals arriving on a visit visa with the intention of seeking employment.
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Himachal government forms committee to safeguard Lahaul Valley ecosystem amid tourism surge
In response to the burgeoning influx of tourists in the Lahaul Valley, the state government has established an 11-member committee led by the Director of Tourism to ensure safe and sustainable tourism in the region. This initiative aims to protect the valley's delicate ecosystem, which has faced increasing pressure since the opening of the Atal Tunnel in October 2020.
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Travel advisory: Heatwave alert in most parts of North India; places to avoid right now
A relentless heat wave persisted across large parts of the country for the seventh consecutive day on Thursday, with temperatures soaring to 48.8 degrees Celsius in Rajasthan's Barmer, marking the highest recorded temperature in the country so far this year.
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Dubai Tourism charts path for aggressive growth in Indian market
Dubai Tourism is aggressively targeting the Indian market with ambitious growth strategies and sustainable initiatives.
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Sardinia: The Mediterranean isle where hikers stay for free
An enticing new programme is seeking to transform a rugged corner of the Italian island into an outdoor lover's paradise.
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Domestic travel, tourism sector ready to capitalise on upcycle: IHCL MD
The Indian travel and tourism sector is well-positioned to capitalise on an upcycle, driven by factors, including the demand-supply gap, penetration opportunities in Tier II and Tier III markets and rebound in foreign tourist arrivals, according to Indian Hotels Company Ltd Managing Director and CEO Puneet Chhatwal.
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Singapore Airlines turbulence: SIA changes in-flight safety protocols, modifies route
Following a turbulence incident that killed one passenger and injured several others, Singapore Airlines has tweaked its in-flight safety protocols and flight routes, newswire Reuters reported on Friday.
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‘Invisible’ gold, worth $24 billion, discovered in Johannesburg’s mine dumps!
In a surprising development, a massive amount of invisible gold has been uncovered, reportedly worth $24 billion in Johannesburg. Steve Chingwaru, the researcher, who is behind this discovery, originally conceived an idea to understand this matter as a master’s thesis, and later got upgraded to a PhD due to its remarkable findings. He discovered the presence of approximately 420 tonnes of ‘invisible gold,’ valued at $24 billion, concealed within the mine dumps of the Witwatersrand Basin in Johannesburg.
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