The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, ends a 30-year wait, spotlighting the country's severe demographic decline and record-low birth rates. Read this inspiring story of hope.
Rajasthan's top tourist destinations faced severe traffic chaos this Christmas due to a 23% visitor surge. Read how it impacted locals and tourists, and what authorities did.
The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu & Kashmir reports a significant 20% drop in pilgrim footfall in 2024. Explore the reasons behind the decline and the board's response.
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.
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.
TTD inaugurates a crucial first aid centre at Alipiri's 7th mile for pilgrims' safety. Learn how this facility aids the 20,000-30,000 daily devotees on the sacred trek.
North Central Railway closes parking at Prayagraj Junction, Subedarganj & Chheoki stations for Magh Mela 2026 to manage pilgrim influx. Check key dates and plan your journey.
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
Four dancers used Bharatanatyam to narrate the Nativity at Pilar Pilgrim Centre's 'Cradle of Light'. The interfaith event promoted peace and communal harmony in Goa. Read more about this unique cultural fusion.
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.
Prayagraj Magh Mela gets AI surveillance, drones & UP-112 integration for pilgrim safety. New translation app & trained police ensure a secure, organized experience. #MaghMela #Prayagraj
Jeswin Saju (19), a student from Amal Jyothi College, died after a collision with a vehicle carrying Sabarimala pilgrims on the Erumely-Mundakayam road. His brother escaped with minor injuries. Funeral details inside.
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.
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.
Kerala High Court prohibits police & unauthorised entry into Sabarimala's bhandaram, orders daily pilgrim cap of 5,000. Read the full court directives.
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.
Saudi Arabia introduces strict new regulations for Hajj transport, including heavy fines and permit suspensions. Learn about the new application process, deadlines, and safety standards for millions of pilgrims.
CM Mamata Banerjee reviews plans for 2026 Gangasagar Mela, stresses pilgrim safety & no VIP culture. Foundation for Rs 1,700 crore bridge to be laid in Jan. Read for details.
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?
Three IndiGo flights from Trichy International Airport were cancelled Saturday due to crew shortage, impacting Delhi, Hyderabad, and Singapore routes. Services expected to normalize Sunday.
A petition filed in the Lahore High Court alleges visa rule violations by Sikh pilgrim Sarabjit Kaur, raising concerns over cross-border religious travel protocols. Read the full details.
Karnataka's foreign tourist arrivals stagnate in early 2024, raising concerns. Explore the data, expert analysis, and the state's strategy to boost international tourism.
Pune's Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple receives global recognition for highest annual visitors. Discover how devotion and social work draw nearly 2 crore devotees during Ganeshotsav.
Kolkata's MP Birla Planetarium eyes over 3.5 lakh winter visitors to offset monsoon losses and continue post-Covid recovery. Hindi shows remain most popular. Read more.
KSRTC tells Kerala High Court that the Sabarimala special commissioner's report opposing its budget tourism plan was based on a misconception. Read the full details of the affidavit.
Kerala High Court directs use of ambulances, not stretchers, to transport deceased Sabarimala pilgrims after 8 cardiac deaths in 8 days. Read the full ruling.