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World Sea Turtle Day: 5 beautiful place to witness turtle hatchlings in India
India is blessed with abundant natural beauty. The country is also home to a diverse range of natural habitats that host a variety of wildlife, including sea turtles. These ancient reptiles, known for their remarkable nesting and hatching habits, can be observed at several coastal locations across the country. On the occasion of World Sea Turtle Day, let’s have a look at five places in India where you can witness this awe-inspiring phenomenon:
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7 non-Schengen countries you can explore with a Schengen visa
A multiple-entry Schengen visa allows one to access 29 countries within the Schengen Zone — which we already know. However, did you know that this visa also offers you the remarkable ability to travel globally? Well, up to 67 countries allow Indian travellers to enter with this document.
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Sikkim: Massive landslides leave over 1,200 tourists stranded; 9 lives lost
Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, are stranded in Sikkim's Mangan district due to massive landslides triggered by incessant rainfall (for more than 36 hours), an official reported on Friday. Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang convened an emergency meeting in Mintokgang to assess the situation and coordinate relief efforts.
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Chenab Rail Bridge, the world’s highest rail bridge will soon see train services
Good news coming from Kashmir! The Chenab Rail Bridge in Reasi district will soon see trains running on it. Soaring some 359 m above the Chenab River, it is the highest rail bridge in the world. The bridge is a fine example of human intelligence. This engineering marvel will help overcome daunting geographical obstacles to create a landmark of modern infrastructure and connectivity.
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Smritivan Earthquake Memorial Museum in Gujarat shortlisted for UNESCO’s Prix Versailles Award 2024
In a recent update, Gujarat’s Smritivan Museum has been shortlisted for UNESCO’s prestigious Prix Versailles Award 2024. The place holds memories from the past which gives it an emotional angle. The building is a symbol of human resilience, preserving memories and offering hope as it is dedicated to Gujarat’s eventful earthquake that claimed hundreds of lives.
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IMD forecasts increased rainfall in Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra
The IMD has announced a notable increase in rainfall activity along the coastal regions of Karnataka and Maharashtra starting June 8. According to the forecast, heavy rainfall is expected to impact several states. Goa, Karnataka, Assam, Meghalaya, West Bengal, and Sikkim are all anticipated to experience heavy rain until June 10.
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Indians choose Southeast Asia for short vacations
Bali emerged as the top destination in the OYO Global Summer Vacations Travelopedia 2024 survey, with 38% of respondents favoring it. Pattaya, Bangkok, and Dubai followed closely behind. According to OYO, relaxed visa norms have made Southeast Asian destinations like Indonesia and Malaysia increasingly popular.
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BackBack Air travel: International footfalls from India are not growing as fast as domestic— here is why
Indian domestic aviation recorded its highest-ever single-day traffic on Sunday, April 21. This comes on the back of record numbers in the financial year ending March 2024 and the calendar year 2023, along with the highest-ever profits by IndiGo in the last financial year. The financial year ended with 37.64 crore footfalls for both domestic and international passengers in India.
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Greece: Mysterious 4000-year-old structure unearthed in popular Greek island Crete
As per the latest development, a monumental ancient structure has been unearthed in the Greek island of Crete, a popular tourist hot spot in Greece. If reports are to go by, this discovery will likely halt the construction of a new airport.
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Boost to Halal Tourism as Visa-Free Travel To Malaysia Now A Reality for Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE as well as
Halal tourism, also known as Muslim-friendly tourism. For Muslim travelers, the appeal of vacationing in a halal-friendly locale is unmatched. Such destinations eliminate the risk of inadvertently adopting a pescatarian diet, provide easy access to prayer facilities, and eliminate the need for travel shattafs.
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Indian Railway rolls out mini Vande Bharat in this route: How's the train different?
Vande Metro: Indian Railways Set To Roll Out New Train Soon! Vande Metro: After introducing the semi-high speed 160 kmph Vande Bharat Express, Indian Railways is all set to roll out its new train - the Vande Metro - for short-distance intercity travel. Inspired from the Vande Bharat Express, Vande Metro or Vande Bharat Metro as it is popularly known, aims to revolutionize train travel over smaller distances for the common man
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Indian domestic air travel records 4.4 per cent growth with 1.37 crore passengers in May
"Passengers carried by domestic airlines during January-May 2024 were 661.42 lakhs as against 636.07 lakhs during the corresponding period of the previous year, thereby registering an annual growth of 3.99 per cent and monthly growth of 4.40 per cent," the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said.
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Wego and GNTO Launch Partnership to Highlight Germany’s UNESCO Treasures
Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announce a strategic partnership with the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) to launch an exciting new campaign.
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Now You Won’t Have To Wait A Lot At Mumbai Airport; Here’s Why
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has undergone a significant transformation, making air travel a breeze for passengers. Long gone are the days of lengthy queues and frustrating waits. The airport has doubled its egate capacity, boasting the highest number of such gates in India!
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India solidifies its position as a global tourism powerhouse
India, in a remarkable turn of events, has solidified its position as a global tourism powerhouse, witnessing an unprecedented boom in travel that has left industry experts astounded.
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Will look at bringing down airfare prices, new civil aviation minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu
Newly inducted civil aviation minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu took charge of his ministry on Thursday and said that bringing down airfare and improving infrastructure will be his top priorities. The 36-year-old TDP MP from Andhra's Srikakulam Lok Sabha constituency is the youngest-ever minister in Modi Cabinet 3.0.
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Madhya Pradesh's new intra-state air service links major cities, 50% discount on fares
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday launched intra-state air service named 'PM Shri Paryatan Vayu Seva' by flagging off the first flight under it from Bhopal to Jabalpur. He also gave boarding passes to the flyers and opened a ticket-booking counter.
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Bangkok to Beijing by train: Thailand expands rail network for epic train trip
Train travel between Bangkok and Beijing is inching closer as Thailand prepares to expand its rail network. The Southeast Asian nation will run a trial service between Bangkok and Laos’ capital of Vientiane between July 13 and 14, according to the State Railway of Thailand. When up and running, the new link will improve transport between the two countries and China, Ekarat Sriarayanphong, an official at the railway agency, said in a statement.
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Young Indians drive surge in travel to Thailand
Young Indians are driving the increased Indian tourist inflows to Thailand with Airbnb reporting a more than 60 per cent year-on-year increase in bookings by Indian guests and tourists to Thailand between 2022 and 2023. This surge in interest, particularly notable during the recent Holi and Easter long weekends, saw searches for Thai stays by Indian travelers increasing by over 200 percent during these periods.
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Qatar Airways and China Southern to Offer Better Travel Options with New MoU
Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines have taken a significant step forward in their strategic alliance by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding travel options and convenience for passengers. This agreement, which includes a comprehensive codeshare arrangement, is designed to enhance the market presence and collaborative efforts of both airlines in key areas such as cargo services and frequent flyer programs.
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