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India expands visa-on-arrival access for UAE nationals to 9 major airports — all you need to know
India has expanded Visa-on-Arrival access for UAE nationals to nine major airports, simplifying travel for tourism, business, and medical visits.
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Supreme Court restricts tiger safaris to non-forest land, bans night tourism: What tourists need to know
Planning a tiger safari in India? The Supreme Court has issued new rules banning safaris in core habitats, restricting tourism, prohibiting night access, and enforcing eco-sensitive zones. Here’s everything travellers need to know about how wildlife tourism is changing.
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Himachal’s Raulane festival viral photos look like fantasy — but the tradition is centuries old: See pics
Viral photos of Himachal’s Raulane Festival look straight out of a fantasy film, but the ritual is centuries old. Discover the myth, mystery and stories behind it.
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Maharashtra to launch India’s first pod taxi network between Thane and Mira-Bhayandar — all you need to know
Maharashtra is set to launch India’s first pod taxi network connecting Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Mira-Bhayandar. Learn how this driverless, eco-friendly transit system will ease traffic, cut travel time, and transform daily commuting.
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GCC approves 'one-stop' travel system to transform Gulf travel — what travellers need to know
The GCC has approved a groundbreaking one-stop travel system, with the UAE and Bahrain launching the pilot in December. Learn how this reform, paired with the upcoming GCC Grand Tour Visa, will simplify travel across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.
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Indians now face record 99-day wait for Canadian visitor visas — what travellers should know
Indian travellers now face a record 99-day wait for Canadian visitor visas — the longest among major source countries, according to IRCC’s latest immigration data.
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Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat cuts travel time by 2 hours — check timings, route and fare inside!
The new Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express reduces travel time by 2 hours, covering the route in 8 hours 40 minutes. Check timings, fare, route, and more — read to know more.
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Indian railways TTE shares booking hack to get confirmed lower berths for senior citizens
A viral TTE from Indian Railways explains a simple yet little-known booking trick to help senior citizens secure confirmed lower berths. Avoid this common mistake while reserving your seats.
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Malaysia’s glow-in-the-dark road dream fades — here’s what went wrong
Malaysia’s glow-in-the-dark highways once promised safer, greener roads — but high costs and tropical weather dimmed the dream. Here’s why the project quietly collapsed.
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Goa to get a Varanasi-style aarti deck and Shiva Idol on the Mandovi river — all you need to know
Goa is set to build a Varanasi-style Ghat Aarti deck with a Lord Shiva idol along the Mandovi River at Narve — here’s all about the state’s spiritual project.
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Air India to resume direct Delhi–Tel Aviv flights from January 2026: All you need to know
Air India is set to restart its direct flights between Delhi and Tel Aviv from January 1, 2026, strengthening tourism and trade ties between India and Israel. Read more to know flight schedules, routes, and what this means for travellers.
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Maldives introduces generational smoking ban, including tourists — all you need to know
The Maldives becomes the first country to impose a generational smoking ban, prohibiting anyone born after January 1, 2007, from ever smoking or buying tobacco. Here’s everything travellers need to know before visiting.
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Mumbai airport to shut down for 6 hours on November 20 for runway maintenance - Here's what travellers need to know
Mumbai Airport will shut down for six hours on November 20, 2025, from 11 AM to 5 PM for post-monsoon runway maintenance. Flights will remain suspended — read more to know everything travellers need to plan their journey.
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Helicopter service launched between Doda-Jammu to boost remote tourism and connectivity
The new helicopter service between Doda and Jammu, launched on November 3, 2025, boosts connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in Jammu’s remote mountain district.
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China extends visa-free entry policy until 2026, adds Sweden to the scheme — here’s what travelers need to know
China extends visa-free entry for citizens from more than 40 countries, including newly added Sweden, until 2026. The move boosts tourism and global ties, expands visa-free transit ports, and simplifies digital entry processes.
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Madhya Pradesh launches first state helicopter tourism service connecting pilgrim spots, wildlife parks, and more
Madhya Pradesh has launched the ‘PM Shri Tourism Helicopter Service’ to connect key tourist, wildlife, and spiritual destinations across the state. The service, inaugurated by CM Mohan Yadav, is India’s first state-run helicopter tourism initiative.
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Vande Bharat sleeper train launch faces further delay over furnishing, safety concerns
The launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train has been delayed as the Railway Board highlights safety and furnishing concerns. Key issues include interior design flaws, fire safety protocols, and Kavach 4.0 integration.
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Indian expats in UAE to get chip-enabled e-passports — Here’s all you need to know
Starting October 28, 2025, Indian expats in the UAE will receive chip-enabled e-passports with faster processing, biometric data, and online convenience under India’s new GPSP 2.0 system.
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Uttarakhand to impose green tax on out-of-state vehicles from December 2025 — Here’s what you need to know
Uttarakhand will impose a Green Tax on all out-of-state vehicles from December 1, 2025. Learn about the new automated ANPR system, tax rates, and how it promotes eco-friendly tourism.
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Rann Utsav 2025–26 expands beyond the White Desert to showcase Dholavira’s ancient heritage - All you need to know
Rann Utsav 2025–26 expands beyond Dhordo’s White Desert to Dholavira’s Indus Valley heritage. Explore culture, adventure, sustainability, and Harappan-themed stays in the heart of Kutch.
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Maharashtra's Aurangabad Railway Station renamed as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Aurangabad Railway Station has been officially renamed as Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Railway Station (CPSN), celebrating Maratha heritage. Explore nearby UNESCO sites Ajanta and Ellora Caves and more.
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Bulgaria to adopt Euro from January 2026 — what it means for travellers
From January 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro, joining the Eurozone and easing travel for visitors. Discover Sofia, Plovdiv, and the Black Sea coast with seamless euro payments.
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Forget souvenirs — travellers are now booking global trips just for snacks!
Snack Tourism is redefining travel in 2025. Discover how travellers are planning global trips for snacks — from Tokyo’s KitKats to Sydney’s Tim Tams — and how this delicious trend is changing the way we explore the world.
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Bali issues new safety guidelines: Tourists advised not to touch monkeys at popular attractions
Bali introduces new safety measures at its famous monkey forests, urging tourists not to touch or feed the monkeys. Learn how Ubud and Sangeh promote responsible, wildlife-safe tourism. Here's all you need to know.
