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Hills, Views, And Tranquility: Your Good Friday Travel Guide
Plan a peaceful Good Friday weekend in the hills. Explore Jawhar, Zuluk, Yercaud, Shoja, and Mechuka for scenic views, nature walks, quiet retreats, and unforgettable mountain experiences perfect for relaxation
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Music Meets Philanthropy At Kasauli Rhythm And Blues Festival 2026: Lineup, Dates, And Details
Returning for its 10th edition, the Kasauli Rhythm and Blues Festival not only blends live music but also carries a mission: supporting children with heart defects
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Delhi Food Awards 2026 Celebrates Culinary Heritage, Community, And The Future Of Food In The Capital
Delhi Food Awards 2026 brought chefs, street food legends and creators together at Le Méridien New Delhi, celebrating culinary heritage, community diversity and the evolving role of storytelling in shaping food culture
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Kerala’s Eravikulam National Park Reopens After Breeding Season Closure
After a two-month closure for wildlife breeding, Eravikulam National Park near Munnar welcomes visitors back to its misty grasslands and rare species
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Calmcations Explained: Why Doing Nothing Is The Biggest Travel Trend In 2026
Mental wellness is the new trend in vacationing, and here is why you should try it too
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Forts, Spas, And Views: Your Perfect Good Friday Staycation
Take a break this Good Friday. Choose a grand fort, a peaceful wellness retreat, or a cosy hillside hotel. Wake up to views, relax at the spa, enjoy slow meals, and spend the weekend unwinding in comfort and style
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Galathea Bay’s Turtle Boom Stuns Experts: Record Nesting on Great Nicobar Challenges Environmental Fears
Fresh turtle nesting records at Galathea Bay are raising new questions about Great Nicobar’s fragile ecology. As conservation debates intensify, the return of leatherbacks reveals a story more complex than earlier warnings
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How A Dharamshala Was Turned Into A Museum Through Adaptive Reuse In Bhowali, Uttarakhand
Reclaiming memory through architecture, this project restores Jasuli Buri Shaukyani’s historic dharamshala in Bhowali and reimagines it as a community museum that preserves the living heritage of the Rung people
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The Rise Of Intentional, Short-Format Wellness Travel
Short, intentional wellness breaks are reshaping travel, as urban retreats, personalised programmes and cultural authenticity redefine how—and why—we take time off
International
No Shores, No Limits: Exploring The World’s Only Landless Sea
The Sargasso Sea spans over two million square kilometres of the North Atlantic. With no shores or beaches, its calm, deep-blue waters drift among golden Sargassum mats, providing shelter for eels, turtles, and countless marine species
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Sikkim Rail Connectivity Expands As Survey Begins For Gangtok–Nathu La Stretch
A new survey for the Gangtok–Nathu La railway line marks the next step in extending rail connectivity into Sikkim’s Himalayan border region
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Rare Butterfly Species Discovered In Arunachal, Named After Zubeen Garg
A newly discovered butterfly species in Arunachal Pradesh has been named after Assamese icon Zubeen Garg
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US Flags ‘Do Not Travel’ Nations As Global Security Alert Issued Amid Iran Conflict
State Department identifies high-risk countries and urges Americans worldwide to exercise caution as tensions escalate
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They All Bend The Same Way: The Unsolved Mystery Of Poland’s Crooked Forest
In an undisturbed corner of northwestern Poland, nearly 400 pine trees curve sharply toward the north before rising skyward. Planted almost a century ago, this strange grove continues to puzzle scientists, historians, and travellers alike
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125,000 Years Ago, Humans Were Already Here: This Sharjah Discovery Rewrites History
Archaeologists uncover a 125,000-year-old human settlement at Buhais Rockshelter in Sharjah, challenging long-held beliefs about early human migration and survival in Arabia’s harsh landscapes
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Noida Airport Finally Opens After Delays, But When Will Flights Actually Take Off?
After years of missed deadlines, Noida International Airport has opened in Jewar. With its licence in place, flight operations are expected soon. Here’s when services may begin and the routes likely in the first phase
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1,000-Year-Old Shiva Temple Now Lies In Ruins After Cambodia-Thailand Clashes
Once quietly watching over the plains, the 1,000-year-old Preah Vihear temple now carries the marks of war, with shattered walls and an uncertain future as tensions between Cambodia and Thailand resurface
Responsible Tourism
How This Family Transformed Barren Land Into A Thriving Eco-Paradise
From dry, lifeless soil to lush greenery, their journey shows how patience, hard work, and love for nature can bring land back to life.
India
Your Ultimate Weekend Guide 2026: Top Events In Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru
Your ultimate guide to the most exciting April weekend events across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Bengaluru—featuring concerts, food festivals, cultural shows, workshops and more to plan the perfect outing
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India’s Most Visited Monuments Ranked: The Surprising Top 5 That Drew The Most Visitors
The Delhi Economic Survey reveals India’s most visited monuments, led by the Taj Mahal. From Konark’s chariot temple to Delhi’s Mughal icons, here is a closer look at their history, architecture, and how they are being preserved today
International
Nepal Is Letting You Climb These Himalayan Peaks For Free—Here Are The Best Ones
Skip Everest crowds and discover six stunning Himalayan peaks in Nepal you can climb for free, from Api Himal to Surma-Sarovar
India
April Escapes: Where To See Stunning Rhododendron Blooms In India
Every April, India’s Himalayan trails come alive with rhododendron blooms. From Sikkim’s Goechala Trek to Uttarakhand’s Chopta, forests turn red, pink, and white, offering trekkers breathtaking floral landscapes and a perfect spring escape
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Filmmakers May Soon Shoot On This Hidden Gujarat Toy Train Route
Western Railway plans to open Gujarat’s scenic Bilimora-Waghai narrow-gauge line for film shoots to boost revenue. The heritage route, popular with tourists and locals, may soon attract Bollywood projects
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Long Weekends Sorted: Where To Travel In India From April To June
With several long weekends lined up between April and June, it’s the ideal time to plan short, refreshing breaks. Whether it’s cool mountain air in Nainital or serene tea gardens in Ooty, there’s a perfect escape waiting
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Ladakh’s Apricot Season 2026: A Festival Across Blooming Valleys
The Apricot Blossom Festival 2026 in Ladakh marks the arrival of spring, when apricot orchards across Leh and Kargil burst into bloom. Villages come alive with music, dance, and food, offering a glimpse into local culture and traditions
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Inside Dhurandhar 2's Lyari Bungalow: Real Location Of Hamza-Yalina’s House Revealed
What looks like a Karachi underworld home in "Dhurandhar 2" is actually a design-led villa in Amritsar—here’s the real story
International
Planning A Trip To Pokhara? Here’s The Ideal 3-Day Itinerary
From boating on Phewa Lake to watching the Annapurna glow at sunrise, here’s how to spend three unforgettable days in Pokhara
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India’s Air Crisis Laid Bare: Sixth Most Polluted Globally, Worst Capital, And Most Polluted City
India ranks as the world’s sixth most polluted country and is home to both the most polluted capital and the most polluted city on the planet. Despite years of warnings and worsening air quality, there is little sense of urgency on the ground