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The US government shut down after Congress and President Trump failed to pass a funding bill. Despite furloughs and closures, the US Embassy in India confirms that essential services like H-1B visa processing will remain operational
Kashmir has received its first snowfall of the season, with more snow and rain expected from 5–7 October due to a western disturbance. IMD forecasts a much harsher winter ahead across northern India, influenced by the ongoing La Niña climate pattern
Spending Christmas in London? Don’t miss this festive first. The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace is opening a Christmas pop-up shop, transforming part of the historic stables into a boutique filled with official royal gifts, food, and seasonal treats
Netflix partners with the Ministry of Tourism to spotlight destinations, blending storytelling with Incredible India’s landscapes
From rugged peaks to blue sheep herds, Spiti Valley has a new global honour—UNESCO has named it India’s first Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve
Vietnam faces severe damage after Typhoon Bualoi battered provinces with strong winds and relentless rainfall. Homes were destroyed, roads submerged, and power lines cut, forcing evacuations and airport closures
PM Modi visits CR Park’s Kali Mandir on Ashtami, bringing heavy traffic and tight security. Plan ahead if you’re heading out today
The Ramsar Convention has recognised two more wetlands in Bihar—Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel—for their environmental significance. With these, India now hosts 93 Ramsar sites, and Bihar’s tally reaches five
Once a lifeline for pilgrims and traders, the Hejaz Railway is being revived—promising new routes of travel, trade, and connection
On September 25, 2025, Indian Railways inaugurated three new train services in Rajasthan—including two high-speed Vande Bharat Express links (Jodhpur–Delhi and Bikaner–Delhi) and a Chandigarh–Udaipur superfast route—reshaping regional connectivity
Barcelona’s skyline is about to change forever—Gaudí’s Sagrada Família is finally nearing completion after more than a century
Delhi is set to host its first night-time street food market near Salimgarh Fort. With 50 vendors, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and heritage surroundings, the market aims to enhance nightlife and local tourism
UNESCO has designated Himachal Pradesh’s Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve as part of its global network, highlighting the region’s rare biodiversity, fragile Himalayan ecosystem, and importance for conservation and sustainable development
Kerala Tourism is hosting a three-day travel lit fest, ‘Yaanam 2025,’ in Varkala, celebrating the art of travel with writers. Discover the festival highlights along with must-visit spots and activities to enjoy in scenic Varkala
Privacy, comfort, and city-to-city travel—Nox’s new sleeper trains could be the most stylish way to cross Europe overnight
Manar Abu Dhabi 2025 lights up the city and Al Ain with over 19 stunning installations. Running from November 15 to January 4, 2026 this expanded edition explores light as a compass through art, history, and place
From 2026, Bolzano in northern Italy will charge tourists EUR 1.50 per dog per night and local owners an annual fee. Authorities say it will fund cleaning services, but critics warn it could deter tourism and discourage pet adoption
Kaziranga National Park, usually closed from May–October for monsoon breeding, will reopen early in 2025 to welcome Durga Puja tourists. This move aims to boost tourism but raises concerns about disturbing wildlife during a critical period
Germany is seeing record growth from India, driven by stronger air links, rich culture, and unique experiences beyond the usual cities
As India embraces the bleisure boom, safeguarding hybrid journeys with smarter travel protection is no longer optional—it’s essential
On September 27, 2025, the world marks World Tourism Day under the theme Tourism and Sustainable Transformation. As global tourism rebounds, this year’s focus is on reshaping the sector for equity, resilience and purpose-driven growth
Paris’s Centre Pompidou shuts till 2030 for a radical makeover. But its art will travel the world, from Seoul to Jersey City
Abu Dhabi is gearing up for a packed cultural calendar, blending music icons, sports spectacles, food festivals, and art exhibitions. From Rod Stewart to Travis Scott, the NBA Games to F1, the capital’s year ahead promises non-stop entertainment
This December, the Indian Racing Festival finale debuts a 3.753 km FIA-grade circuit along Palm Beach Road and Nerul Lake
India has nominated Vadnagar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s hometown, for UNESCO World Heritage status. With a history of over 2,700 years, Vadnagar was added to UNESCO’s Tentative List in 2022. The nomination marks a key step in global recognition
Massive protests in Leh saw BJP office and police vehicle set on fire. Centre-Ladakh talks resume on October 6. Travellers should avoid protest sites and crowded areas until the situation stabilises
From October 1, 2025, China will roll out a new K visa aimed at young scientists, technologists and researchers. Without needing a Chinese employer sponsor, the visa invites global STEM talent to enter, stay, innovate—and possibly shift talent flows
A US order mandating a USD 100,000 fee for new H-1B visa petitions has triggered panic among Indian workers—weddings cancelled, flights abandoned, Diwali travel scrapped. The White House later clarified current visa holders are exempt
Relentless overnight rainfall has submerged large parts of Kolkata, bringing the city to a standstill. Roads are flooded, traffic is stalled, and many homes are waterlogged, disrupting life and threatening preparations for Durga Puja, just days away
Notre-Dame Cathedral’s medieval towers have reopened to visitors six years after the 2019 fire. Explore the restored landmark, its history, and what to see inside and around this Parisian icon
After 18 months of renovation, the historic Shivaji Park Gymkhana in Mumbai has officially reopened. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar inaugurated the upgraded facility on September 22, marking a new phase for the nearly century-old institution
Delhi’s Kamani Auditorium echoed with soulful qawwali as Jashn-e-Qawwali 2025 raised funds for a permanent elder care home. The Niazi Nizami Brothers headlined the evening of music, solidarity, and hope