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  • 10 of the World’s Happiest Holiday Destinations You’ll Want to Book Immediately

    10 of the World’s Happiest Holiday Destinations You’ll Want to Book Immediately

    Discover the world’s 10 happiest holiday destinations in 2025, from Lisbon to Oslo—where travel boosts joy, wellness, and unforgettable experiences.

  • Alia Bhatt and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor’s tropical beach getaway sets major holiday vibes

    Alia Bhatt and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor’s tropical beach getaway sets major holiday vibes

    Alia Bhatt and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor’s tropical beach getaway is all about sunshine, laughter, and style. From chic swimwear to candid smiles, the BFFs set major holiday vibes with their island escape.

  • Travel 2.0: How AI could plan your next trip | Tech Up

    Travel 2.0: How AI could plan your next trip | Tech Up

    From personalised itineraries to real-time language translation, AI is transforming how we book, plan, and experience travel. In this episode of Tech Up, we explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the next wave of travel with Sanjay Mohan, Chief Technical Officer, MakeMyTrip.

  • 10 perfect holiday destinations for August 2025

    10 perfect holiday destinations for August 2025

    Plan your perfect August 2025 escape with these 10 stunning destinations—from Ladakh to the Amalfi Coast, each offering unforgettable summer adventures.

  • From Olive Oil breakfast to Ponte Vecchio views, Malaika Arora enjoys Italy holiday with Son Arhaan

    From Olive Oil breakfast to Ponte Vecchio views, Malaika Arora enjoys Italy holiday with Son Arhaan

    Here’s a snapshot of Malaika Arora and her son Arbaan soaking up Italy’s delights—from scenic Ponte Vecchio views to relaxed breakfast moments.

  • Kareena Kapoor shares beach holiday pics sporting a monokini, sets Instagram ablaze

    Kareena Kapoor shares beach holiday pics sporting a monokini, sets Instagram ablaze

    Kareena Kapoor oozes vacation glam in her latest beachside snaps, turning Instagram up a notch. Clad in a chic beige-and-black swimsuit, she radiates effortless elegance under the sun, lounging by the shore beneath a rustic umbrella.

  • Top 10 practical tips to overcome holiday blues

    Top 10 practical tips to overcome holiday blues

    Discover 10 practical tips to overcome the holiday blues and boost your holiday spirit with new traditions, planning, and self-care.

  • Bengaluru suffers waterlogging, traffic snarl after heavy rain, declares holiday for schools

    Bengaluru suffers waterlogging, traffic snarl after heavy rain, declares holiday for schools

    The Deputy Commissioner of the Bengaluru Urban district has declared a school holiday on October 21 after the Meteorological Department issued a three-hour Orange alert. Tech corridors such as the Outer Ring Road, Sarjapur Road, and the startup hub Koramangala faced waterlogging due to heavy rainfall.

  • This company is sending its 50,000 employees on a 10-day 'vacation'. Here's why

    This company is sending its 50,000 employees on a 10-day 'vacation'. Here's why

    Kiran Gems has decided to send its 50,000 workforce on a vacation, scheduled from August 17-27.

  • Natasa Stankovic and son Agastya spend quality family time in Serbia, see pics

    Natasa Stankovic and son Agastya spend quality family time in Serbia, see pics

    Natasa has shared delightful pictures of her family's day out in Serbia in her Instagram stories. The actress and her son Agastya were seen enjoying the outdoors, interacting with animals, and creating lasting memories.

  • Lok Sabha elections 2024: Denial of paid leave on poll day punishable by law

    Lok Sabha elections 2024: Denial of paid leave on poll day punishable by law

    The right to vote is a constitutional right, thus every person over the age of 18 is entitled to vote in India. In case an employer does not grant paid leave on polling day, the employee can approach the ECI or the State Election Commission.

  • Noida: Schools shut till Jan 14 up to Class 8 due to cold

    Noida: Schools shut till Jan 14 up to Class 8 due to cold

    Gautam Buddh Nagar administration directs Noida and Greater Noida schools to grant holidays for students up to Class 8 until January 14 due to dense fog and cold weather.

  • Cyclone Michaung disrupts flight, train services in Chennai; helpline numbers launched for industrial parks

    Cyclone Michaung disrupts flight, train services in Chennai; helpline numbers launched for industrial parks

    Tamil Nadu government declares public Holiday in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram, and Tiruvallur districts on December 5

  • Asian shares dragged lower by China, Treasury yields climb

    Asian shares dragged lower by China, Treasury yields climb

    Asian shares decline, influenced by losses in China and lack of Wall Street guidance during Thanksgiving. Dollar weakens, Treasury yields rise.

  • Odisha govt declares 10-day Durga Puja vacation for schools from Oct 20

    Odisha govt declares 10-day Durga Puja vacation for schools from Oct 20

    The Odisha government has announced a 10-day school vacation starting on October 20 in observance of the Durga Puja festival, as per official notifications.

  • Travelling to Paris this festival season? 6 tips to ensure a bedbug-free vacation

    Travelling to Paris this festival season? 6 tips to ensure a bedbug-free vacation

    With the festival season setting in, Paris -- a popular holiday destination -- is likely to see a rise in the number of tourists. The city, however, is also the heart of the bedbug infestation.

  • Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan business confidence rises and US shutdown is averted

    Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan business confidence rises and US shutdown is averted

    Asian shares mostly rose in light trading on Monday, with several markets closed for holidays, including China and South Korea.

  • This CEO let her employees take all of August off on full pay. Here's why

    This CEO let her employees take all of August off on full pay. Here's why

    The company tends to get between 150 and 300 applications whenever there is a job vacancy.

  • New York City Declares Diwali As School Holiday | Diwali In USA

    New York City Declares Diwali As School Holiday | Diwali In USA

    Diwali, the festival of lights, will now be granted as a school holiday in New York City of the United states, as announced by the authorities in the city. They described it as a "victory" for the city's residents, including the Indian community. "And we feel confident that the governor is going to sign this bill into law," NYC Mayor Eric Adams said from City Hall Monday. "This is a victory, not only from the men and women of the Indian community and all communities that celebrate Diwali, but it's a victory for New York," Adams said. Watch to know more!

  • Over 80% Indians planning to celebrate holiday season with family, spend on travel, shopping: Survey

    Over 80% Indians planning to celebrate holiday season with family, spend on travel, shopping: Survey

    According to the Amex Trendex, a trend report from American Express, 88 per cent Indian respondents agree that they want to earn credit card rewards for online purchases this holiday season.

  • Plan your holiday because August has 3 long weekends. Check dates here

    Plan your holiday because August has 3 long weekends. Check dates here

    According to Thomas Cook India, the demand for domestic travel for the upcoming Raksha Bandhan-Independence Day long weekend, between August 11 and August 15, surpassed its pre-pandemic levels by about 10 per cent while the demand for international travel spiked by up to 20 per cent.

  • Travelling Abroad | Cash or forex card or credit card: Which is the best for you?

    Travelling Abroad | Cash or forex card or credit card: Which is the best for you?

    Are you planning to travel abroad this summer but cannot figure out how to convert your Indian rupees into foreign currency? Are you worried about spending unnecessary cash only on conversion fees? Have no idea how to compare several complex quotes and finalise the best deal? Want to save a little more money for that lavish dinner at your dream destination? Don't worry. Moneycontrol has a series on the best travel hacks for you. In this video, we tell you how to sort your foreign currency on your next overseas holiday, provide tips on how to buy exotic currency at a much lower fee, supply you with effective hacks on receiving tax refunds, and so on.

  • Want a hassle-free holiday abroad this Christmas? Take care of these money matters

    Want a hassle-free holiday abroad this Christmas? Take care of these money matters

    The best way to pay when travelling abroad is through a forex card. These are cards that are denominated in foreign currencies

  • Five getaways for a socially distanced holiday

    Five getaways for a socially distanced holiday

    Looking for resorts in step with Covid-time precautions? We found one in every corner of the country.

  • India will have not one, but two Raffles Hotels

    India will have not one, but two Raffles Hotels

    Raffles Hotels, an iconic hotel brand, debuts in India with its Udaipur property. Puneet Dhawan of Accor says India will get another Raffles soon, in Jaipur.

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