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Kashmir on Edge as Avalanches and Landslides Block Highways, Travel Disrupted
On Monday, a significant avalanche occurred in the Sarbal region of Sonamarg within central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district, coinciding with intense rain and snowfall.
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Shimla in Himachal Pradesh experiences rise in number of tourists over the weekend
Given the soaring temperature in most of the north Indian destinations, people are making their way to all hill stations including Shimla. Recently, Shimla experienced a tourist influx over the weekend. Across most parts of India, the sweltering heat is becoming unbearable, with mercury levels soaring and heat waves engulfing many regions. So to escape the current situation, a number of people visited Shimla.
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Sikkim witnesses record tourist influx; projected to reach 1.2 million visitors by year end
Sikkim, known for its pristine natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and enchanting weather, experienced an unprecedented surge in tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2024. The Himalayan state's allure lies in its unique blend of culture, weather, and scenic locales, attracting nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and cultural aficionados alike.
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Srinagar: Rains lash valley; vital routes shut due to snowfall
For the second consecutive day, the Mughal road and Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri road remained closed as fresh rains swept through the Kashmir valley on Sunday, causing a dip in temperatures across the region.
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Travel to Bhutan Made Easier as Its Govt Lifts Mandatory Travel Insurance Requirement
Individuals intending to visit Bhutan are no longer required to present travel insurance along with their visa application.
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Venice introduces entry fee for day trippers to battle overtourism
As per the latest reports, Venice introduced a novel program recently to levy a fee on day-trippers entering the historic Italian city, a pioneering move aimed at alleviating the pressure of mass tourism. Despite its status as one of the world's most loved cities, Venice is grappling with the overwhelming influx of visitors.
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Dubai Announces Start of Construction on World’s Largest Airport
Dubai’s ruler and Prime Minister of the UAE, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, today made a big announcement on social media platform X, declaring his approval of new passenger terminals at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), situated about 28 miles outside of Dubai. Construction is set to begin immediately.
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Chennai Airport’s Commitment to Sustainability Shows with More Electric Carts
Chennai Airport to enhance passenger transit with 13 new electric carts, adding to the existing fleet for improved connectivity and comfort.
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Over 280,000 visitors flock to Sikkim this year
Sikkim is experiencing an unprecedented surge in tourist arrivals in 2024. According to official data released by the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Sikkim has welcomed an astonishing 290,401 tourists in the first quarter of the year, up to March 31, 2024. Among these, 256,537 were domestic tourists, while 30,864 arrived from foreign countries.
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Uttarakhand: Forest fire in Nainital; Naini Lake boating halted
A raging forest fire in Uttarakhand has escalated to alarming proportions, with flames reaching Nainital's prestigious High Court Colony. The unfolding crisis has prompted the Nainital administration to mount a concerted effort to contain the blaze, calling upon both forest department employees and army personnel for assistance. Helicopters stand ready to join the firefighting operation should the situation deteriorate further.
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Saudi Arabia grants Umrah pilgrimage access to all visa holders
As per the latest development, Saudi Arabia has announced that those holding any type of visa can now perform Umrah, the minor pilgrimage, at the Grand Mosque in Makkah.
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Traffic diversion at Chennai's Madley Junction from April 27
CHENNAI: Due to the construction of a flyover at Madley Junction, the following traffic diversions will be implemented from Saturday to April 26, 2025.
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Day trips to Kashmir’s border towns, Gurez and Keran
Kashmir was once known for its spirituality — and not for Pakistani militants and infiltrators as in the 90s. It was fertile ground for spiritual movements, be it the Buddhist, Shaivite and Sufi Islamic traditions, during the medieval ages. They knitted the secular culture called Kashmiriyat that preached brotherhood and peace, and which was lost after Partition.
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Add these 8 destination dupes to your travel bucketlist for the summer
Dupes have taken many an industry by storm, whether that was the Uniqlo banana bag or Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillowtalk. And now it’s the travel industry’s turn. Enter the world of destination dupes – the travel trend taking summer 2024 by storm.
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France air travel update: Flight operations hit in Paris despite strike cancellation
Paris air travel chaos continues as passengers to and from the French capital face flight disruptions despite strike cancellation
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Top 5 Hill Stations That Are Accessible Via Flights
With the sun shining bright above and visible tan marks on almost every familiar face, an escape to snowy peaks surely seems like a sweet dream. So what’s stopping you? Afraid of motion sickness? Who says that a vacation to the mountains has to be a road trip? We all know that hill stations have always acted as a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city and of course the rising temperature.
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Mount Fuji view to be blocked amid tourist overcrowding
Japanese authorities, fed up with the disruptive behaviour of poorly behaved foreign tourists at a popular photo spot with views of Mount Fuji, are taking action. They plan to install a massive barrier to block the view, aiming to deter crowds from gathering in the area. The barrier will be a 2.5-meter (8ft) high mesh net, stretching the length of a cricket pitch at 20 meters. Construction is set to begin as early as next week, as confirmed by an official from Fujikawaguchiko town.
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New Schengen Visa rules: Know changes in travel, insurance trends; senior citizens visiting Europe.
New Schengen Visa rules have resulted in a doubling of Europe-bound senior citizens, a survey by insurance broker Policybazaar.com revealed.
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Venice implements day-trip entry fee to tackle overtourism; when it is starting and how much
Starting this week, Venice will be introducing a pioneering initiative: charging day trippers for entry, a first of its kind globally. This measure is aimed at addressing the challenges posed by mass tourism, which has been inundating the city and straining its infrastructure. By implementing entry fees, Venice hopes to alleviate the pressure and preserve its unique heritage and environment for future generations.
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Lack of senior pilots threatens airlines’ profitability: Sky One
The shortage of senior pilots poses a significant challenge for India’s civil aviation sector, potentially impacting operations, fleet expansion plans, and profitability, according to Jaideep Mirchandani, Chairman, Sky One. On World Pilots Day, Mirchandani highlighted the looming challenges if the demand-supply gap in pilots widens further.
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