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From chilled ramen to flowing noodles caught with chopsticks, these regional specialties blend flavour, fun and centuries of heat-beating wisdom. In recent years, Japan's scorching summer weather has become increasingly intense and heat exhaustion can quickly sap the joy out of a trip. Fortunately, nearly every region in Japan has developed its own unique cooling dishes roo

Aizawl, Ancient carved memorial stones, also known as menhirs, found at a village in east Mizoram's Champhai district, have been officially declared a 'monument of national importance' by the Archaeological Survey of India , officials said on Friday. Lianpui village near the Myanmar border is home to the memorial stones, locally known as Lungphun Ropui. The village is situated 54 km

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked all Indians to visit these forts and learn about the rich history of the Maratha Empire. Here’s the full list, and a short introduction to each of these magnificent monuments. Written by Kartika Jamdar Prime Minister Narendra Modi last week expressed joy at the inclusion of “Maratha military landscapes of India” in the

Unregulated tourism in some European cities is reshaping housing markets by pricing out residents Last month, residents across southern Europe, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Portugal, protested against “overtourism”. They held placards that read ‘tourists go home’, ‘your holidays, my misery’, and ‘mass tourism kills the city’, making clear their

The Ministry claimed there was no delay in the project’s execution and that trials would be conducted in 2026-27 as per schedule.  The Ministry of Railways Monday said that the next-generation Japanese bullet train — the E10 Shinkansen — will be introduced in India and Japan simultaneously. The statement comes at a time when the questions are being raised over the delay i

Monsoon treks near Visakhapatnam lead explorers into remote terrains guided by indigenous knowledge Each monsoon, the dusty calm of the Eastern Ghats near Visakhapatnam transforms into dense canopies, flowing streams and fresh trails. Mist wraps undisturbed hillsides, foot trails soften under cloudbursts and hidden waterfalls reveal themselves to those willing to walk into the wilderness. Trekker

Under the new policy, Indians can get the Golden Visa by paying a fee The United Arab Emirates government has started a new type of Golden Visa, which will be based on nomination, albeit with some conditions, unlike the current practice of investing large amounts in either property or business here. Until now, one of the ways to get Dubai's Golden Visa from India was to invest in property wh

Travel content creator Tanya Khanijow explores the Golden Chariot, India’s most luxurious train featuring a bar, spa, fine dining, and opulent rooms. Travel content creator Tanya Khanijow recently explored one of India's most luxurious trains, the Golden Chariot. In her July 6 Instagram post, Tanya shared a tour of the train, which offers an extraordinary experience complete w

The ASI undertook the restoration of the palace’s heritage features, while the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) recreated the Mughal-style Char Bagh landscape to revive its original grandeur. A Mughal-era palace, Sheesh Mahal, located in Shalimar Bagh, North Delhi, was restored and unveiled on Wednesday (July 2, 2025) by Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawa

The amusement park, planned on a 500-acre site near Pachgaon Chowk in Manesar is strategically located along the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway. In a significant initiative to transform Haryana into a global tourism hotspot, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced plans to develop the country’s first Disneyland-style theme park in the heart of National Capital Region (N

At JSan, chef Vishesh has perfected three distinct noodle styles, each tailored to complement different broths — from the rich, umami tonkotsu to milky-white and wholesome paitan Ramen is not pretty. With all the elements converging inside a big bowl, it calls for a fair bit of slurping, swishing, messing, digging, pulling and simply surrendering to the umami. There is a focu

Bandikui-Jaipur Link Expressway:The ultramodern expressway is undergoing quality checks and facility testing through the trial runs. Jaipur: The trial run on the Bandikui-Jaipur Link Expressway, connecting the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway to Jaipur, started on Wednesday. The journey from Jaipur to Delhi will now take just 2.5 to 3 hours, offering a faster and smoother travel experience. The trial r

The RailOne app will consolidate all passenger services into a single platform. Check key features here The Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday (July 1, 2025) launched a new app, RailOne, in New Delhi. RailOne is focused on improving the passenger interface with the Railways, officials said. “It is a comprehensive, all-in-one application with a user-friendly interface.

With its enviable climate, food and architecture, Spain pulled in 98 million visitors in 2024 — making it the world’s second most-visited country after France. But that popularity comes with an unenviable side effect. A surge in homes being listed on platforms like Airbnb means Spain’s main urban centers like Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia are now in the grip of a hous

Key changes include raising AC-class waiting lists, advancing chart publication, enforcing Aadhaar-based verification for Tatkal bookings, and executing a modest fare revision. The Ministry of Railways will implement a set of key changes to its passenger booking system from July 1, marking a significant shift in reservation protocols, charting timelines, ticketing security, and fare structur

Travel vlogger Nikhil Tripathi explores Shinchan’s real-life school in Japan, sharing a nostalgic tour that looks just like the beloved anime’s iconic setting. For every '90s kid who grew up watching Shinchan, the show's quirky humour and colourful school scenes remain etched in memory. Travel vlogger Nikhil Tripathi shared a nostalgic visual treat in his May 2 Insta

Indian Railways Ticket Price Hike: The move is aimed at boosting passenger revenue, which contributes nearly 30% of Indian Railways’ total earnings. India Railways Ticket Fare Hike: Starting from July 1, 2025, passengers travelling by train may have to shell out a little more. The Ministry of Railways is planning to raise fares across AC classes, sleeper class, and second c

One crore devotees expected to travel by train for 2028 Kumbh mela in Ujjain: Railway Board chief Indore, Railway Board chairman Satish Kumar said on Tuesday that about one crore devotees are expected to travel by train to participate in the Simhastha Kumbh Mela to be held in Ujjain in 2028 and 100 special trains will be operated. The Simhastha Kumbh Mela is organised on the banks of the Kshipra

Later on Tuesday, Qatar Airways confirmed reinstatement of flights as airspace reopened in the country International flight operations at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) were disrupted on Monday and Tuesday (June 23 and 24, 2025) after airspace closures in Qatar led to multiple cancellations. At least nine outbound and nine inbound flights were affected ove

US-IRAN-NUCLEAR-AIRLINES:Airlines face fresh upheaval as Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain shut airspace  By Lisa Barrington and Jack Queen -Airlines were on fresh alert late on Monday after Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait closed their countries' airspace temporarily as Iran attacked the Al Udeid U.S. military base in Doha, the latest upheaval to air travel in the Middle East. On Sunday, the U.

Back in Pahalgam for his second visit in a month, Omar Abdullah shared images of crowded streets and traffic jams as Kashmir began to see the first signs of a tourism revival.  Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah hailed the lively scenes in Pahalgam, saying it was "bustling with activity" as tourists trickled back to the scenic town weeks after it fell silent follo

INDIA-CRASH/AIRINDIA-SCRUTINY (REPEAT, EXCLUSIVE, PIX):RPT-EXCLUSIVE-Air India warned for flying Airbus planes with unchecked escape slides Regulator warns Air India over delayed checks on three planes The planes had unverified emergency equipment, regulator says Some Air India aircraft also had outdated registration paperwork Airline also facing fallout from recent plane crash in India By A

Air India said it had to cancel its Toronto-Delhi flight AI188 of June 18 due to extended maintenance and consequently operating crew coming under regulatory flight duty time limitation norms. New Delhi: Air India on Wednesday cancelled three international flights because of various reasons, including maintenance and technical issues. Two of these flights were cancelled after the passengers had

From street food to nightlife, Chinese rapper Jackson Wang soaks in all things India From street food to nightlife, Chinese rapper Jackson Wang soaks in all things India Mumbai, Popular singer-rapper Jackson Wang, who is on his second trip to India, says he is in the country to "observe, absorb and be inspired" by everyday lives, whether it is sampling Mumbai's street food or playi

Eight spots each from Jammu and Kashmir regions reopened; L-G Sinha announces phased re-opening of remaining destinations Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday (June 14, 2025) reopened 16 of 48 destinations that had been closed in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians dead on April 22, 2025. He also announced that this would

Want to travel the world impact-free? Shivya Nath, a Harvard-educated sustainability expert, shares practical travel tips for conscious travellers. We know travel isn’t impact-free. Flights leave emissions, hotel stays use up local resources, and mass tourism can overwhelm fragile communities. But there’s a more thoughtful way to move through the world. One that goes beyond just doing

If all goes as planned, Delhi might soon get a signal-free flyover corridor, which is anticipated to ease traffic congestion in the city. This initiative is in line with the approval from the government, and will see an investment of around INR 5000 crore. Reports add that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the central government have approved this project, and that this new sign

The new rules come amid passenger complaints regarding tickets vanishing owing to agents and bots.  Indian Railways has announced new rules for passengers looking to book tickets under the Tatkal category starting July 1. The rules are expected to make ticket booking easier for the passengers and avoid fraud during the process. The new rules come amid passenger complaints regarding tickets

Raja Raghuvanshi's murder during his honeymoon in Meghalaya raised concerns for tourists. Travel agencies noted cancellations but are hopeful for recovery soon. The arrests of four people, including Sonam Raghuvanshi, suspected of murdering her husband Raja Raghuvanshi in Shillong, Meghalaya, have eased fears of travel safety. On Monday, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and state Tourism Minist

New Delhi  – As Europe gears up for its summer holidays, digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Thailand remains the most searched Asian market by European travelers for the second consecutive year. Following closely are Indonesia, Japan, and Malaysia, with Vietnam making its debut in the top five. Interestingly, India has also captured growing interest from European travelers,