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Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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Topic: Tourism

Trying new cuisines, that’s what’s driving more and more Indians to travel abroad: Report

A report by ASSOCHAM says, 2.19 crore Indians travelled abroad in 2016, a rise of nearly 400 per cent since 2000.

What made this Belgian tourist flee Delhi in less than 24 hours

The tourist filed a detailed complaint to the Indian embassy in Brussels and the Delhi Police. The police have arrested 2 travel agents & an auto driver.

NYT lists Hampi as the second must-see global destination for 2019

Hampi, the legacy of the 16th century Vijayanagar Empire, has long been a tourist attraction for its ruins and temples.

There are hardly any Russians in Goa this December — blame rapes & air quality

Major players in Goa’s tourism industry say there has been a nearly 50% drop in foreign visitors over the Christmas period as compared to last year.

Ticket prices at monuments should be same for foreigners & Indians, Niti Aayog tells govt

In its latest 'India at 75' document, Niti Aayog also urges government to build world class museums and develop beach destinations.

Maharashtra govt plans to bring seaplanes to Vidarbha to boost tourism & connectivity

The seaplane project, believed to be backed by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, will connect major tourist spots to Nagpur, the most important city of the region.

China to ban eco-unfriendly vehicles at the Mount Everest base camp in Tibet

Locals will be employed as tour guides and drivers of new electric golf-style buggies to and from the camp.

Mobile apps don’t necessarily make you safer when you’re travelling alone

Research says India is one of the countries which may be comparatively be less safe for women travelling alone.

Tourists spend more money in Thailand than anywhere else in Asia

Foreign arrivals in Thailand could hit 40 million next year, which is more than half the country’s population.

Live in Mumbai’s slums to enjoy poverty, says this Dutch NGO member

'Poverty tourism' in the slums of Mumbai shows a superficial understanding of the problem.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.