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Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Fossils Discovered In Meghalaya
The findings make Meghalaya the fifth state in India after Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu to report sauropod bones with Titanosaurian affinity
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Free Tourist Visas For India & Six Other Countries, Says Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has decided to continue offering visa-free entry to tourists from India and six other selected countries in a bid to increase tourist arrivals
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Thailand Extends Visa-Free Entry For Indian Tourists Till November
With the aim to attract 80 million tourists by 2027, Srettha Thavisin's cabinet has extended the visa-free program for Indian and Taiwanese tourists, allowing visitors to stay up to 30 days without a visa for Thailand until November
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From June, Travel From Kerala To Goa, Mumbai And Ayodhya Via This Private Train
If you have a group of 600 people who are travelling together, then you can book a private train journey to three prominent destinations
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Maldives' Tourism Minister Urges Indian Tourists To Visit Post Decline In Numbers
Statistics from the Maldives Tourism Ministry showed that the number of tourist arrivals from India has declined by 42 per cent in the first four months of 2021 compared to the same period last year
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Discover Hidden Spots With 'Cool Summers Of India' Campaign
The campaign is largely aimed at drawing international tourists by challenging the notion that India is not a summer travel destination due to its soaring mercury level
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Upcoming AI-Made Glass Museum Will Draw Attention To The Climate Crisis
Designed by Luca Curci Architects the museum will blur the lines between art and nature
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With Onset Of Spring Climbing Season, Nepal Orders Limit On Permits
The summary of the verdict emphasises that the carrying capacity of the mountains "must be honoured," and it is essential to establish a suitable cap on the number of permits issued
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Sanglaphu Lake In Mangan District Of Sikkim Opens To Visitors For The First Time
Nestled high in the mountains, the spectacular lake was once out of reach for travellers
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New High-Speed Ferry To Reduce Travel Time Between Mangaluru and Lakshwadeep
On Thursday, the high-speed vessel "Parali" ferried 160 passengers from Lakshadweep Islands to the Mangaluru old port in just seven hours, compared to the earlier 13 hours, on an experimental basis
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Did You Know You Can Now Stay In Janhvi Kapoor's Childhood Home In Chennai?
If you're looking for a unique and luxurious place to stay, look no further than Icons' list of celebrity properties available for booking. One of the most exclusive properties on the list is the family home of actress Janhvi Kapoor
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Dubai Faces Flight Cancellations Amid Heavy Rainfall
The downpour occurred weeks after Dubai endured unprecedented storms, bringing daily activities to a sudden halt
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New Tourist Zone Created In Corbett's Ram Nagar Forest Division
This addition, named the Kota tourist zone due to its location within the Kota range of the forest division
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All About The 7,000-Year-Old Settlement Unearthed In Serbia
Archaeological findings unearthed artefacts flourishing between 5400 and 4400 BCE, with traces of the Banat culture
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Kaziranga And Orang National Park And Tiger Reserve Announce Closing Dates
Find out the date of closure of two key national parks and tiger reserves of India in addition to the recent trends around jungle safari tourism
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Deepest Blue Hole In The World Discovered In Mexico's Chetumal Bay
According to reports, scientists have yet to reach the bottom of the Taam Ja' Blue Hole in Mexico's Chetumal Bay, which may be connected to a complex of submerged caverns and tunnels
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Now Tourists Require An E-Pass To Enter Ooty And Kodaikanal
In order to curb overtourism, the Madras High Court instructed the authorities to impose mandatory pass entry to these ecologically sensitive hill stations
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Now You Can Choose Iconic Pop Culture-Themed Rooms On Airbnb
Whether you're a petrolhead or pop culture head, Airbnb's "Icons" project will have you longing to spend a night at one of these amazing properties
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Yamunotri Temple Opening And Closing Dates Announced For Char Dham
Yamunotri Temple, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand is due to open its doors to devotees on May 10
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Germany Records Significant Growth In Number Of Indian Travellers
In 2023, Germany witnessed a 32.6 per cent year-on-year growth in overnight stays by Indian visitors, with 826,703 stays recorded
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Ooty Breaks Temperature Records With A High of 29°C
One of the most beloved hill stations in South India has broken temperature records from 1986
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Uttarakhand Tourism Launches Astro Tourism Campaign
The campaign aims to provide a holistic astro tourism experience with activities such as stargazing, special solar observations, astrophotography contests, camping under the stars, and much more
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Nearly 2 Lakh Tourists Visited Mizoram In 2023
Opposed to last year's data, the tourist footfall in Mizoram in 2022-23 was over 2.22 lakh, with 2.18 lakh domestic tourists and 3,551 foreigners
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Madhya Pradesh Sails Into The Cruise Tourism Market
A 120km route on the Narmada River from the Statue of Oneness in Madhya Pradesh to the Statue of Unity in Gujarat marks the latter's foray into the cruise industry
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400-Year-Old Statues Found In Haryana's Manesar
The Archaeology Department has denied locals' request to allocate the idols to the panchayat for temple construction, citing governmental ownership of the artefacts
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Japanese Town Blocks View Of Mount Fuji Due To Poor Behaviour
Authorities in Fujikawaguchiko will begin work this week on a mesh net to block views of Mount Fuji from behind a Lawson convenience store which attracted hordes of inconsiderate tourists
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A Recognition For Sunsets, Like A Michelin Star For Restaurants
Corona India has introduced the world's first sunset view rating system for luxury hotel rooms, allowing travellers to ensure they get the promised sunset views, piloted at select hotels in Kochi, Kovalam, and Pali
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Airlines To Seat Children Under 12 With Parents On Flights: DGCA
DGCA has mandated airlines to seat children under 12 with at least one parent or guardian for safer flights. Ensuring family proximity enhances the travel experience and safety for young flyers
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Bronze Portrait Of Alexander The Great Unearthed In Denmark
The tiny portrait dates back to around 200 CE, aligning with the reign of Roman Emperor Caracalla (198-217 CE), who is believed to have been a staunch admirer of Alexander
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Mandatory Travel Insurance No Longer Required To Visit Bhutan
Bhutan has revoked its mandatory travel insurance policy, aiming to streamline visa processing and enhance the tourist experience, effective immediately
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Nearly Half Of Young Indians Crave Independent Trips Abroad
The survey encompassed insights from 2,000 respondents aged between 18 and 25 across India, providing insights into the evolving travel preferences and behaviours of the country's youthful demographic
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Indians Travelling More Than Three Times Per Year Says New Report
MakeMyTrip's first "India Travel Trends Report" noted that weekend getaways to national parks and hill stations were a particular favourite of travellers