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Palak Chawla

Peaceful nations shaken by violence: Altered perception of safety

Peaceful nations shaken by violence: Altered perception of safety

March 20, 2025

#OnThisDay: On March 20, 1995, in a coordinated operation, Japanese terrorists released sarin, a deadly nerve gas, on five Tokyo subway cars during peak rush hour. #MIG

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India’s vacation rentals market is projected to reach USD 2.39 billion by 2025: Statista

India’s vacation rentals market is projected to reach USD 2.39 billion by 2025: Statista

March 17, 2025

Gone are the days when while travelling most people were forced to book expensive accommodation in hotels or serviced apartments. Nowadays, travellers, particularly those travelling with families or in groups, are seeking more private spaces with greater amenities. This trend has...

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Microsoft: Tech Giant’s Continued Domination

Microsoft: Tech Giant’s Continued Domination

March 13, 2025

#OnThisDay: On March 13, 1986, Microsoft launched its Initial Public Offering that valued it at USD 500 million. #MIG

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Days before Holi, women report rising cases of sexual harassment

Days before Holi, women report rising cases of sexual harassment

March 13, 2025

“It was last year, Holi celebrations had just gotten over. I was at my friend’s place at Vikaspuri, in western Delhi. I was going to a shop with my friend, and we were about to reach the place when out of nowhere this guy on his cycle, stopped in front of me and threw colour ...

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From Madoff to Saradha: World’s Most Notorious Ponzi Scams

From Madoff to Saradha: World’s Most Notorious Ponzi Scams

March 12, 2025

#OnThisDay: On March 12, 2009, Bernard Lawrence “Berni” Madoff, an American financier who executed the largest Ponzi scheme in history, pleaded guilty to his crimes. #MIG

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A journey through India’s unexplained wonders

A journey through India’s unexplained wonders

March 12, 2025

India is a land of wonders, where ancient traditions, diverse cultures, and a rich history come together. However, beyond its vibrant heritage, the country is also home to numerous mysterious sites that continue to intrigue and puzzle both locals and visitors alike. Many of these...

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Odia Cuisine: Unseen and Underrated

Odia Cuisine: Unseen and Underrated

March 11, 2025

As with almost every part of India, Odisha, a coastal state nestled along the Bay of Bengal on the eastern coast, boasts a culinary tradition as ancient as the land itself. Its food culture is rich in history, yet astonishingly underappreciated, not only globally but also within ...

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Despite bans, hate speech in India on the rise

Despite bans, hate speech in India on the rise

March 9, 2025

Despite being prohibited and penalised under the Indian Civil Code, hate speech in India is increasingly becoming a prevalent issue. It is often wielded by political parties to advance their agendas and is widely observed on social media platforms, where minorities are targeted, ...

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Beginning of the end: The fall of British colonialism

Beginning of the end: The fall of British colonialism

March 6, 2025

#OnThisDay: On March 6, 1957, Ghana became first major African colony to gain independence from Great Britain marking the beginning of the end for British colonial rule in Africa.

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The opulent world of luxury cars: Redefining automotive elegance

The opulent world of luxury cars: Redefining automotive elegance

March 5, 2025

#OnThisDay: On March 5, 2019, Bugatti unveiled La Voiture Noire, a one-off “hypercar” priced at USD 19 million. #MIG

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Evoke Experiences: Connecting travellers to culture, sustainability and luxury

Evoke Experiences: Connecting travellers to culture, sustainability and luxury

March 4, 2025

Can you tell us more about Evoke Experiences? Evoke Experiences is an experiential hospitality brand based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. We are into the space of experiential glamping sites, eco-sensitive zones and destination development.  One of the pioneer and flagship projects of o...

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Hectic B2B meetings dominate Day 2 of KITE 2025

Hectic B2B meetings dominate Day 2 of KITE 2025

February 28, 2025

Pre-fixed B2B meetings between about 150 local tourism stakeholders from Karnataka and almost 400 hosted buyers from across India and 29 other countries dominated the agenda on Day 2 of the second edition of Karnataka International Travel Expo (KITE) 2025 that is currently underw...

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