On the eve of India’s 78th Independence Day, MakeMyTrip in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism has launched a special campaign to encourage the Indian diaspora to revisit and reconnect with their homeland. The initiative, titled ‘India: Coming Home’, aims to invite Indians around the world to rediscover The beauty, culture and transformation of his … Read more
Katy Perry is believed to have caused “environmental damage” on this small island in Spain. Credit: Instagram/KatyPerry/V.Riullop For most of us, S’Espalmador It’s a name that doesn’t ring a bell. But this island nestled between Ibiza and Formentera in the Balearic Islands, has been put in the spotlight by Katy PerryThe new video for the … Read more
Before and after photos of Double Arch in Utah. Credit: National Park Service Utah It has long been loved for its otherworldly scenery and rock formations. But recently, it suffered a major loss of its natural heritage, when the iconic Double Arch, a landmark almost synonymous with the region, collapsed into Lake Powell. The collapse … Read more
Amid heightened security measures ahead of the 78th Independence Day celebrations, Delhi Airport is witnessing long queues of passengers, leading to disruptions and considerable confusion over check-in protocols. Several passengers have shared photos and videos of snaking queues at the IGI Airporthighlighting the “pathetic situation.” Some of them have even complained that the airlines have … Read more
Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan opens to public on August 16 The beautiful one Amrit Udyan inside Bhavan Rashtrapati The Amrit Udyan Garden will open its doors to the public on August 14, offering a green escape amidst the urban bustle. President Droupadi Murmu will officially inaugurate the Amrit Udyan Summer Annuals 2024 on the … Read more
Parsi New Year 2024: Celebrations and traditions from around the world To mark the beginning of spring and the renewal of nature, the Parsi community around the world celebrates their New Year, also called Navroz, meaning “New Day.” While globally it is celebrated around the spring equinox on March 21, the Parsi community in India … Read more
Raksha Bandhan 2024: Strengthen your bond with your siblings by travelling to these destinations in India (Image: iStock) There is no such thing as a sibling bond – constantly fighting over everything and still wanting to sacrifice for each other. Raksha Bandhan celebrates this beautiful bond. The uncanny bond we share with our siblings is … Read more
Jhansi Fort: A symbol of Rani Lakshmibai’s courage against British rule. Credit: Canva There is little that differentiates this quiet town from Jhansi in the mind of any traveler, except its legendary warrior queen, Rani Lakshmibaiwhich is today a symbol of courage and defiance against British colonial ruleJhansi, part of Bundelkhand, the cultural region that … Read more
Air India Express on Monday added six new daily direct flights, including three from Chennai and two from Kolkata. The budget carrier also introduced the first direct flight on the Guwahati-Jaipur sector. The new flights, launched on Monday, August 12, operate on Chennai-Bhubaneswar, Chennai-Bagdogra, Chennai-Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata-Varanasi, Kolkata-Guwahati and Guwahati-Jaipur routes, the airline said in a … Read more
Travelling to Delhi? Read this Independence Day traffic advisory first. Credit: Canva With Independence Day Just around the corner, the Delhi Police has implemented strict traffic restrictions and diversions to ensure the smooth running of the celebrations. The measures, which came into effect on August 12, will remain in place till August 15. Heavy vehicles … Read more
