Coastal Karnataka witnesses massive New Year tourist surge. Panambur Beach footfall hits 20,000+, temples see huge devotee crowds. Major infrastructure expansion underway. Explore the holiday rush details.
Discover 5 secluded Indian beaches for a serene 2026 vacation. Escape the crowds at Butterfly Beach, Chandipur, Minicoy, Om Beach & Perumathura. Find your perfect quiet retreat.
The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a notable decline in pilgrim numbers in 2025. Officials attribute the drop to prolonged closure from security concerns and natural calamities during peak season. Read more.
Kolkata's restaurants and bars witnessed an unprecedented surge in footfall over the last weekend of the year, with longer wait times and full houses reported across the city. Discover which popular spots are already booked solid.
The 2024-25 Olive Ridley turtle nesting season commenced in Goa with the first arrival at Morjim beach. Forest officials have safely relocated 99 eggs to a protected hatchery. Discover the challenges and hopes for this year's conservation efforts.
Ahmedabad's Kankaria Carnival kicked off with over 1.31 lakh visitors on Christmas Day. The week-long festival, a major cultural event, expects 20-25 lakh attendees. Discover the highlights and history.
Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain witnesses a massive surge, with 2 lakh devotees expected on first day of winter vacations. Temple committee implements crowd management plans and expands prasad distribution.
Ranchi's shopping malls and restaurants, adorned with dazzling Christmas lights and trees, became prime photo spots. Attractive discounts and special events led to a significant increase in festive footfall. Explore the city's vibrant holiday celebrations
Malls in Indore are investing up to Rs 8 lakh in elaborate, Instagram-friendly festive décor to increase customer dwell time and boost sales, especially in food courts. Learn how experiential marketing is reshaping retail.
Kolkata's Park Street and major restaurants brace for record Christmas & New Year crowds, extending hours till 2 AM. See which spots are open late and their special plans.
Lifesavers in Goa rescued four people from drowning over the weekend across Arambol, Baga, and Candolim beaches. A Swedish tourist also received treatment for a jellyfish sting. Read the full story on beach safety.
Over 7,000 pilgrims visited the winter Char Dham shrines in a month. Uttarakhand's GMVN announces 50% discount on rest houses to attract more devotees during the vacation season. Read more.
Marina Beach visitors face severe parking chaos with 500 cars crammed into a 150-slot area. GCC to float tenders for an AI-powered smart parking system with cameras and digital payments next week. Read more.
Mumbai's CSMIA recorded its highest-ever single-day passenger traffic of 1.76 lakh on Nov 29, 2025. Discover the festive travel surge and top routes that drove this historic milestone.
Severe air pollution in Delhi causes a sharp drop in market footfall. Traders express deep concern and demand immediate government action to tackle the crisis.
Australian PM confirms ISIS link in Sydney's Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15. Suspects travelled to Philippines before attack. Read latest updates on the terror investigation and new gun law calls.
PM Albanese announces stricter gun control after Bondi Beach shooting. New measures may restrict licenses to citizens, limit firearm numbers, and review existing permits. Read the full story.
A horrific shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach has shocked Australia, raising urgent questions on gun control and antisemitism. Read the full story of terror and heroism.
Shocking new video emerges of the Bondi Beach shooting that killed 15. Details on the antisemitic terror attack, suspects, and Australia's deadliest shooting in decades. Watch the analysis.
Water sports operators in Calangute-Candolim seek reduced rates to compete with package tours at other Goan beaches. They cite falling footfalls and higher fixed prices as key challenges. Read more.
A Pakistani-origin man in Sydney pleads for help after his photo was falsely used as the Bondi Beach shooter due to a name mix-up. The Pakistan Consulate condemns the act endangering an innocent life.
The deadly Sydney shooting at a Jewish event prompts a major review of Australia's strict gun laws. PM Albanese vows action on firearm licences and ownership limits. Details inside.
A Muslim cemetery in Sydney was desecrated with pig heads hours after the Bondi Beach mass shooting. Police are investigating the hate crime as PM Albanese proposes tougher gun laws.
Drishti Marine lifesavers in Goa rescued six individuals, including a UK tourist and a child, from drowning at various beaches over the weekend. Read about the heroic efforts.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff calls Bondi Beach shooting an antisemitic terror attack. He praises hero Ahmed al-Ahmed who disarmed a gunman. Read the full story.
Donald Trump Jr shares viral post questioning Australia's border security, comparing Novak Djokovic's 2022 deportation to the alleged Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooter's presence. Read details.
Shocking drone footage captures the final moments of a terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach during Hanukkah. 16 killed, over 40 wounded. Details inside.
Goa police arrest four, including the general manager, over the deadly Curlies nightclub fire in Anjuna that killed five. Investigation reveals major safety lapses.
International tourist arrivals in Karnataka, especially at Hampi, have crashed in 2025. Safety concerns and a major crime cited as key reasons. Can new cultural diplomacy centre reverse the trend?
A devastating fire at a popular club in North Goa's Arpora claims 23 lives. Police suspect a cylinder blast, with most victims believed to be staff. Read the latest updates.