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Moves on to ensure safe Sabarimala pilgrimage: Minister

Drivers of vehicles carrying pilgrims to Sabarimala from other parts of the country this year can familiarise themselves with the route, terrain, and roads well in advance.

The Hindu

The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival brings R&B singer Ne-Yo, English DJ Jonas Blue and DJ Kenny Musik to India for the first time

Organised in collaboration with the tourism department of Meghalaya, The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival now steps into its third year, bringing a melange of six international and 50 national and local musicians to the city. To be held at the RBDSA Sports Complex, Bhoirymbong, Meghalaya, the festival’s venue is nearly…

The Hindu

Munnar-Bodimettu stretch emerging as a major road tourism destination in Idukki

Idukki's Munnar-Bodimettu NH stretch is a popular road tourism destination, with tea plantations, hairpin bends, misty climate, and Anayirankal dam catchment area. NHAI and DTPC are taking steps to arrange tourist amenities, including a toilet complex and parking facilities. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate the stretch on Nov 6.

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Sri Lanka is firmly back on the holiday map – here’s why now is the time to return for affordable adventures

There’s a superb balance between true escapism and touches of home in the ‘teardrop of India’, finds Emma Cooke – and after a tumultuous chapter, holidaymakers are being welcomed with open arms

The Independent UK

As tourists’ footfalls continue, Dasara illumination in Mysuru to stay till Nov. 4

Mysuru's special illumination for Dasara extended till Nov 4, bringing joy to tourists. The city's magnificence and radiance had gone viral on social media, with "Mysuru by Night" becoming a brand. The extended illumination will help boost tourism sector, with the palace and zoo attracting highest footfalls. Record 1.65 lakh…

The Hindu

Rescued waitress says abused, tortured by restaurant owner

A young woman has been rescued after being treated like a slave by a restaurant owner who allegedly abused and tortured her for years.

Bangkok Post

Tirunelveli artisans turn palm leaf winnows into chic wall clocks

Tirunelveli’s Porunai Eco Crafters is making chic clocks with traditional palm leaf winnows

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Growing up in a harmless cult, by Szening Ooi

Growing up in Malaysia in the 90s in the temple of a new age Japanese religion

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Sri Lanka offers visa-free travel for Indians

Now is the best time to plan a trip to Sri Lanka, not only because this time of the year is most pleasant, but also because Sri Lanka is now visa-free for Indian passport holders. Recently, Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Tourism announced that travellers from seven countries – India, China,…

The Times of India

From pancake seller to Indonesian vice-president? Joko Widodo’s son aims for the top

Gibran Rakabuming Raka wants to follow in his father’s footsteps, but can he shake off public anger over allegations of nepotism?

The Guardian - UK

Durga Puja festivities conclude with idol immersion

Hyderabad celebrated Durga Puja with eco-friendly immersions at Hussainsagar and Bachupally Lakes. Devotees from across the city gathered to bid farewell to the festivities. #Hyderabad #DurgaPuja #HussainsagarLake #BengaliAssociations #Eco-Friendly #ImmersionCarnival #VijayaDashami #HyderabadBangaleeSamity #KompallySuchitraBengaliCulturalCommittee #CyberabadBangaliAssociation #PrabashiSocioCulturalAssociation #BachupallyLake #TankBund. Hyderabad celebrated eco-friendly Durga Puja immersions at Hussainsagar and Bachupally Lakes. Devotees from…

The Hindu

A dazzling display of State’s art and culture

At Mysuru's Dasara, 150 participants, 49 tableaux, 88 cultural troupes, 750-kg golden howdah, and Chandrayaan-3 model showcased. Crowds jostled for space to view the procession, which included art, culture, heritage, forest & wildlife, tourism, and govt schemes.

The Hindu

It’s curtains for grand Mysuru Dasara

The procession concluded at Bannimantap around 7.30 p.m. Mysuru Dasara-2023 ends with grand Jamboo Savari, showcasing art, culture & tradition of the land, drawing huge crowds to witness the iconic finale.

The Hindu

Jamboo Savari carries on sans ‘jamboo’ in Dharwad

The grand ‘Dasara jamboo savari’ held annually in Dharwad was a lacklustre event this time as the main attraction of the Dasara procession, the caparisoned elephants, were missing reportedly due to the stringent guidelines imposed this year. However the folk troupes added colour to the procession through their exuberant performances.

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Global Ayurveda, health tourism summits in Kochi from October 26

CII-Kerala to host 5th Global Ayurveda Summit, 10th Kerala Health Tourism 2023. They are aimed at positioning Kerala as the preferred destination for medical value tourism.

The Hindu

Minister opens cultural festival in Kollam

Inaugurating a three-day cultural festival at the Sree Narayana Guru Cultural Complex on Tuesday, Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal said that it will be made the best cultural centre in the country.

The Hindu

Government plans grand Kittur Utsav celebrations next year

The State government will celebrate the 200th anniversary of Rani Channamma’s victory over the British forces in Kittur in 2024, in a grand manner, Satish Jarkiholi, Minister for Public Works and district in charge, said in Kittur on Monday. He was speaking at the inauguration of Kittur Utsav in the…

The Hindu

Colourful Teppotsavam marks the end of Dasara festivities at Kanaka Durga temple atop Indrakeeladri

Dasara festivities concluded in Vijayawada with 'Teppotsavam' of goddess Kanaka Durga. Devotees chanted 'Bhavani Mata Ki Jai' as the deities moved majestically from Durga Ghat to Punnami Ghat. Police ensured hassle-free darshan for common devotees. Devotees' outburst on 8th day due to bypassing of queue lines. For first time, deity…

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UP: Devotees flock to seek Raavan's blessings at Kanpur temple's once-a-year opening for Dusshera

Devotees flocked to the Dashanan Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur on Tuesday to worship Raavan on the occasion of Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra.

France 24

How palm oil companies are illegally burning forests to clear land in Indonesia

Indonesian palm oil companies have been playing a dangerous game: burning forests to clear land that has already been dried out by their activities – just to cut production costs. This practice is illegal because it is a major cause of wildfires that have destroyed ecosystems and generated massive atmospheric…

The Hindu

Taking a time machine to the Montieth Road of the past

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Tourists flow into Mysuru as the heritage city prepares for grand Dasara finale

Mysuru is ready for the grand Dasara finale, with tourists flocking to witness the spectacle. Abhimanyu, carrying the 750-kilo golden howdah, will be the highlight of the procession. 49 tableaux showcasing the State's culture and tradition will be part of the show. The Chief Minister will flag off the procession…

The Hindu

Dasara documentation from medieval travellers to modern historians and artists

Mysuru's Dasara festival is a redux of a Vijayanagar tradition, well-documented by medieval travelers and modern historians. From 1610 CE, the Wadiyars of Mysuru inherited the custom and celebrated it on a grand scale. Travelers from Italy, Portugal and Persia have left eye-witness accounts of the grand festival, with descriptions…

The Hindu

Kerala Tourism to make use of digital tools to attract Sabarimala pilgrims to other tourist destinations

Kerala to tap Sabarimala season: Virtual assistant to provide info on tourist spots, pilgrim centres, local cuisine, accommodation. Project to extend stay of pilgrims from 1 to 2-3 days, benefit tourism industry. Content in 5 languages to promote local cuisine, shopping.

The Guardian - UK

Japan, with a twist: the provincial town that hosts people from 49 countries

Ōizumi has welcomed foreign workers and boasts everything from Brazilian supermarkets to Turkish kebab shops

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