Tourism
Anglo-Indians in McCluskieganj: A community that m...
April 12, 2026
In the forests of McCluskieganj, a settlement once planned as a homeland for a community now stands at a point of transition. Established in the 1930s by Ernest Timothy McCluskie, an insurance agent, the town, about 60 km north of Ranchi, capital of present-day Jharkhand, was env...
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National Surfing Championship begins in Little And...
April 10, 2026
In order to promote the islands as an ideal surfing destination, the Andaman & Nicobar Tourism Department, in collaboration with the Surfing Federation of India, has launched the ‘Little Andaman Pro 2026’, a national-level surfing championship that began on Thursday and w...
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Mechuka: A secluded Himalayan valley shaped by Tib...
April 8, 2026
Tucked away in the far reaches of Arunachal Pradesh, Mechuka is a remote valley where rivers, forests and Tibetan-Buddhist traditions shape daily life. From hilltop monasteries to bamboo bridges and quiet riverbanks, visitors find an understated Himalayan experience. Here, slow t...
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Despite rising footfall, revenues dip at ASI monum...
April 8, 2026
There has been a serious divergence in visitor numbers and ticket sales at over 143 heritage monuments managed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) across India, while the total footfall at these sites rose to 54.9 million in FY 2023-24, marking a 19.35 pc increase from FY...
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Jammu & Kashmir: A Spiritual Haven
April 8, 2026
Jammu and Kashmir, long revered for its natural beauty and lush landscapes, is not only a paradise for nature lovers but also an emblem of spiritual solace for millions. Beyond the snow-clad peaks and serene lakes lies a land infused with deep spirituality, sacred rituals and leg...
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Darjeeling Tea, Trails & artsy Tales
April 3, 2026
Afternoon was rainswept. Sometimes a tender drizzle, but mostly a torrential downpour. It had been raining incessantly for two weeks, so little could I imagine what was to follow. As the rains ceased, thick curtains of fog rose up to reveal a full moon night. Beneath was the moon...
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Overtourism opens paths to offbeat snow trails in ...
March 31, 2026
Over the past several years, it has become almost part of the winter ritual to have social media platforms flooded with images and videos of immense traffic jams, stretching for dozens of kilometres all along the routes to key tourist destinations, especially in the Himalayas, th...
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PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Noida International A...
March 29, 2026
In a major boost to India’s aviation and logistics ecosystem, the first phase of Noida International Airport was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, along with its cargo terminal. On the occasion, Modi also laid the foundation stone for a 40-acre state-of-t...
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Diu: A calm island escape shaped by history and co...
March 22, 2026
Diu is a compact, lived-in island where the sea and colonial legacy shape daily life. From the imposing Diu Fort to relaxed stretches like Nagoa Beach, visitors find an understated seaside experience. Here, slow travel like cycling along coastal roads, exploring forts, strolling ...
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Perfume Tourism: Fragrant journey of heritage and ...
March 17, 2026
Imagine stepping into a room where ancient scents whisper stories of kings and queens, where the air itself is imbued with the delicate aroma of jasmine, rose and sandalwood. Picture a serene morning in Kannauj, euphemistically called the perfume capital of India, located about 1...
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