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IHCL Just Added 150+ Hotels To Its Portfolio—Here’s What It Means For Indian Travellers
Taj Hotels’ parent company doubles its midscale footprint and expands into boutique leisure stays with Brij Hotels
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Nepal Opens 97 Remote Peaks For Free Climbing As Everest Fees Soar—Here's How It Could Redraw The Himalayan Map
With Everest fees soaring, Nepal has opened 97 remote mountains for free ascents. Record-holding mountaineer Satyarup Siddhanta weighs in on whether this bold move can shift the country’s climbing map
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Explained: Self-Expansion Theory, And How Travel Makes It Possible
Outlook Traveller explains why the internet is talking about self-expansion theory and how it shows up during our travels
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Maldives Marks 60th Independence Day With Grand New Airport Terminal; Here's All You Need To Know
On its 60th Independence Day, the Maldives unveiled a USD 585M terminal at Velana Airport, the country’s largest-ever building, set to boost tourism and growth
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Barda Sanctuary: Gujarat’s Rising Refuge For The Asiatic Lion
Barda Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat has emerged as a thriving second home for Asiatic lions. From a lone wanderer in 2023 to 17 lions today, it’s now a beacon of conservation and a growing ecotourism hotspot
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The Vanished Kalp Kedar: Uttarkashi’s Lost Temple And Its Mystical Legacy
Kalp Kedar, an ancient Shiva shrine at Dharali near Harsil in Uttarkashi, was buried in the August 2025 flash flood. Revered locally as a Pandava-era temple, its last visible carved dome has been lost beneath mud and debris
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Chennai's Marina Beach Reopens With Blue Flag Certification: What’s New For Visitors
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin unveiled eco-friendly upgrades at Marina Beach, part of the Blue Flag project. The 20-acre area now features bamboo sunshades, benches, watchtowers, garbage bins, a meditation centre, reading room, and selfie spots
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Manipur Cracks Down On Illegal Entry Into Reserved Forests—Here's What That Means
The Manipur government has banned trekking, camping, and unauthorised entry into reserved forests to protect fragile ecosystems. But what exactly are reserved forests, and why are they so strictly regulated? Here’s a closer look
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Assam’s Heritage Shines: Guwahati Airport’s New Terminal 2 Earns International Design Honour
The new terminal blends modern infrastructure with Assam’s cultural motifs. With sustainable features and expanded facilities, it aims to enhance passenger experience and support regional growth when it opens in late 2025
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Weather Updates Across India: Travel Disruptions, Flood Warnings And Safety Tips
Outlook Traveller has compiled a guide to the latest monsoon updates across the country, particularly in Hyderabad, Bihar, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
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The Oberoi Group Announces New Luxury Hotels In Goa, Bengaluru, Gujarat & Hyderabad
EIH Limited, the flagship of The Oberoi Group, has announced four new hotels in India under management deals. Revealed at its 75th AGM in New Delhi, the move supports its strategy to expand Oberoi and Trident brands in key Indian and global markets
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137-Year-Old Nedous Hotel In Gulmarg Faces Eviction Amid Legal Dispute
Built in 1888, the historic Nedous Hotel is now at the centre of a major land dispute as the government enforces court orders for eviction
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Kaziranga National Park’s First Grassland Bird Survey Marks Milestone In Wildlife Monitoring
A team of forest officials, scientists and conservationists undertook the of the grassland bird population between March 18 and May 25 this year. Here's what they found
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Uttarkashi Cloudburst: The Impact Of Extreme Weather Events On Residents, Ecology And Tourism In The Region
After the deadly cloudburst event in Dharali village on August 5, Outlook Traveller looks into whether extreme natural phenomena are on the rise in India and how they are impacting the tourism economy of some Himalayan states
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CEC Backs Redrawing Of Sariska Reserve Boundaries Amid Environmental Concerns
The Supreme Court-appointed CEC has backed changes to Sariska’s sanctuary boundaries, reducing the buffer zone and raising fresh concerns about long-term conservation and the potential revival of halted mining activities
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Direct Singapore–Mongolia Flight Launches November 4; To Reduce Travel Time From India By 2 Hours
The national carrier of Mongolia has announced a non-stop service between the capital, Ulaanbaatar, and Singapore that departs on Tuesdays and Saturdays
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Indian Embassy Issues Advisory In Ireland After Rising Attacks On Indian Citizens
After three attacks on its citizens, the Indian Embassy in Dublin has issued an advisory to all Indian nationals to avoid deserted places and exercise caution for their personal safety
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Explained: US Tourist Visa Bond Rule—What The $15,000 Pilot Programme Means For Travellers
Starting August 20, the US will begin a 12-month pilot programme requiring certain B-1 and B-2 visa applicants from countries with high overstay rates to post bonds
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Uttarkashi Cloudburst: Nearly 50 People Feared Missing After Kheer Ganga River Bursts Its Banks
Rescue efforts are underway in Dharali, Uttarkashi district, after a cloudburst event caused the Kheer Ganga River to flood. Read the latest developments here
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Can Agatha Christie’s Baghdad Villa Be Saved? A Fading Literary Landmark At Risk
Agatha Christie’s historic villa in Baghdad, once her riverside refuge and creative haven, now faces collapse. As Iraq’s heritage struggles for survival, can this iconic literary site be saved before it disappears forever?
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Schengen Visa To Go Digital: Say Goodbye To Stickers, Hello To Barcodes
If you’ve ever battled embassy queues, chased photo specs, or frantically searched for appointment slots, there’s good news. Europe is about to make your Schengen visa experience much, much smoother
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Central Government Plans 51 New Cruise Circuits Across 14 States And Three Union Territories By 2027
The announcement comes after a notable growth in the number of river cruise voyages on national waterways from 2023-24 to 2024-25
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Himachal Pradesh Grapples With Landslides, Floods And Building Collapses As Monsoon Rains Claim 179 Lives
Heavy rainfall in the Himalayan state has blocked hundreds of roads, disrupted electricity and cut off water supplies. Here's the latest on the situation
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Explained: The Ring of Fire, Earth’s Most Volatile Seismic Zone
Planning a trip to Indonesia or the Philippines? These tropical paradises lie within the Ring of Fire, the world's most active seismic zone. Here's what Indian travellers need to know about earthquakes, eruptions, safety tips, and travel readiness
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Mussoorie Introduces Mandatory Tourist Registration From August 1: What Visitors Must Know
From August 1, tourists visiting Mussoorie must register online via the Dehradun Smart City portal. Aimed at easing congestion and improving safety, this move marks Uttarakhand’s first mandatory registration system for visitors to the hill town
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Hot Air Balloon Rides To Be Launched In Delhi In Two Months
The Delhi Development Authority is set to launch hot air balloon rides at four city locations. An agency has been appointed to operate the initiative, with the project now moving into its implementation phase
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Red Panda Cubs Born In Sikkim Zoo After 7 Years: All You Need To Know
Red panda cubs have been born in the Sikkim zoo after a gap of seven years. Here's what this means for conservation, and where you can see these elusive creatures in the wild.
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Mount Paektu Becomes North Korea’s First UNESCO-Recognised Natural Site
Mount Paektu, a towering volcano on the North Korea–China border, has become North Korea’s first UNESCO Global Geopark, recognised for its unique geological and cultural value after a review process that began in April
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Sotheby's Returns Ancient Buddhist Gem Collection To India After Legal Pressure
A priceless cache of jewels linked to the Buddha’s relics, known as the Piprahwa Gems, has returned to India after over a century abroad, following legal efforts that blocked their auction at Sotheby’s in Hong Kong
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Bagdogra Airport Expansion: New Eco-Friendly Terminal To Handle 1,000 Passengers Per Hour
Bagdogra Airport is undergoing a major expansion with a new 1.2 million sq ft terminal designed for sustainability and efficiency. The modern facility will handle 1,000 passengers per hour
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Delhi Govt Launches Full-Day AC Electric Bus Tour Covering Top Tourist Attractions
The Delhi government is set to launch a full-day, air-conditioned bus tour covering key tourist attractions with guides on board. The initiative aims to boost heritage tourism and provide affordable sightseeing options for visitors
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India Tests First Hydrogen-Powered Train In Chennai: A Historic Milestone In Green Rail Travel
Under its “Hydrogen for Heritage” project, India created history on July 25 when it successfully tested its first hydrogen-powered train coach at Chennai’s Integral Coach Factory (ICF)