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Patna Bird Sanctuary and Gujarat’s Chhari-Dhand get Ramsar tag, India’s wetland count rises to 98
Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat have been added to India’s Ramsar Sites list, taking the country’s total wetlands of international importance to 98 ahead of World Wetlands Day.
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Niagara Falls turns into a frozen wonderland as polar vortex pushes temperatures below -20°C
Niagara Falls turns into a frozen wonderland as a powerful polar vortex pushes temperatures below -20°C, freezing mist mid-air and creating dramatic ice formations. See videos.
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Shimla sees season’s first heavy snowfall, tourists flock to the hill town as Himachal reports rain and snow
Shimla witnesses its first heavy snowfall of the season, attracting tourists to enjoy the winter wonderland. Check latest Himachal Pradesh weather updates, snowfall, rain, and travel tips.
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Himachal Pradesh launches Shimla heli taxi to Kullu, Kinnaur and Chandigarh; fares, routes and key details
Himachal Pradesh launches Shimla heli taxi services to Kullu, Kinnaur and Chandigarh under UDAN. Check fares, routes, schedule and key details.
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Indian travellers slowed down in 2025, choosing fewer destinations and longer stays: Report
Indian travellers embraced slower travel in 2025, choosing fewer destinations, longer stays and better-paced itineraries, reveals Thrillophilia’s latest report.
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Hyderabad to host Asia’s largest aircraft showcase at Wings India 2026: Why it matters for travellers
Hyderabad will host Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event. Here’s why the global aircraft showcase matters for travellers, airlines and future connectivity.
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Uttarakhand bans mobile phones and cameras at Char Dham temples — What travellers need to know
Uttarakhand bans mobile phones and cameras inside Char Dham temples this yatra season. Here’s what pilgrims and travellers need to know about the new rules.
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Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum set to open in New Delhi by end-2026: All you need to know
New Delhi is set to host the world’s largest museum by end-2026. Here’s all you need to know about the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum, its scale, galleries, and what visitors can expect.
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Sikkim mandates online permits for foreign tourists, ends physical PAP and RAP issuance
Sikkim has made online permits mandatory for foreign tourists, scrapping physical PAP and RAP issuance. Here’s how the new digital clearance system works and which areas are open to visitors.
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Sissu panchayat in Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti shuts doors to tourists for 40 days to protect ancient traditions
Sissu village in Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti has banned tourists for 40 days from January 20 to February 28 to protect Losar and Halda festival traditions.
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Jeddah Tower set to surpass Burj Khalifa as world’s tallest skyscraper: Everything you need to know
Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia is set to become the world’s tallest skyscraper, surpassing Burj Khalifa. Discover its height, luxury amenities, engineering feats, and Vision 2030 ambitions.
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Ghaziabad's RRTS station set to be India’s first transit hub with rooftop dining, showrooms and retail spaces – Everything you need to know
India’s Ghaziabad RRTS station on the Delhi–Meerut corridor is set to become a landmark transit hub with the country’s first rooftop restaurant, shopping outlets, cafés, wellness centres, and more. Discover a one-stop destination for commuters and tourists alike.
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Tomorrowland expands to Thailand with three-day festival in Pattaya: All you need to know
Tomorrowland will debut in Thailand from December 11–13, 2026 at Wisdom Valley, Pattaya. Know ticket sale dates, hotel packages, shuttle plans and why the iconic EDM festival chose Thailand for its first Asia expansion.
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MEA issues travel advisory for Indians in Iran, urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel as protests spread
India has issued a travel advisory on January 5, 2026, warning citizens in Iran to avoid non-essential travel amid widespread protests triggered by currency instability. The MEA has asked Indian nationals and PIOs to stay away from demonstration areas and register with the Indian Embassy in Tehran for regular safety updates and emergency support.
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DGCA restricts use of power banks on flights over fire risks: All you need to know
DGCA restricts the use of power banks on flights over lithium battery fire risks. Here’s what passengers need to know about the new aviation safety rules.
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Indian Railways announces fare hike from December 26: All you need to know
Indian Railways has announced a fare hike from December 26, 2025. Check which passengers are affected, revised ticket prices and key details.
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Why Indian travellers are ditching fixed tour packages — and what it means for travel in 2026
Indian travellers are ditching fixed tour packages for personalised, experience-led holidays. Here’s how travel habits changed in 2025—and what’s shaping trips in 2026.
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Weak rupee pushes Indians to shorter winter trips; Dubai and Vietnam emerge as top picks
A weak rupee is pushing Indian travellers to plan shorter winter trips, with Dubai and Vietnam emerging as the top international picks for last-minute, value-driven holidays.
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Singapore to end work permit scheme for foreign performing artistes from June 2026: What it means for nightlife, businesses and performers
Singapore will end the Work Permit (Performing Artiste) scheme from June 2026. Here’s why the decision was taken and what it means for nightlife venues, businesses and foreign performers.
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Uttarakhand to launch ‘Snow Leopard Tour’ to boost winter tourism – all you need to know
Uttarakhand is set to launch a Snow Leopard Tour to boost winter tourism, promote wildlife conservation, and support local livelihoods in high Himalayan regions. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Bali braces for extreme weather as heavy rain triggers storm and landslide warnings: What travellers need to know
Bali faces extreme weather with flood, storm and landslide warnings until December 18. Here’s what travellers need to know about affected areas, safety advice and travel disruptions.
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Thousands of flamingos turn Rajasthan’s Sambhar Lake pink in a breathtaking winter sight
Thousands of migratory flamingos turn Rajasthan’s Sambhar Lake pink this winter, creating a viral natural spectacle near Jaipur and highlighting the lake’s role in bird conservation.
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Goa nightclub fire: North Goa bans fireworks in nightclubs, hotels and tourist spots days after blaze killed 25
Following a tragic nightclub fire in Arpora that claimed 25 lives, North Goa authorities have banned fireworks, sparklers, and pyrotechnics in tourist establishments. The move aims to strengthen fire safety and protect both tourists and locals.
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IndiGo meltdown triggers massive surge in airfares — domestic flights now costlier than international travel: What travellers must know
Domestic air travel in India has become shockingly expensive after IndiGo’s massive flight cancellations. With fares on key routes like Delhi–Bengaluru and Delhi–Chennai crossing ₹80,000, many international flights are now cheaper than domestic ones. Here’s how the IndiGo meltdown triggered an unprecedented airfare surge.
