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Mysuru Dasara, a blend of history, culture, and tradition

Mysuru Dasara: Royal orient unfolds to sea of humanity, showcasing rich heritage of Karnataka, Vijayanagar empire's legacy carried forward by Wadiyars. Navaratri celebrated on grand scale, event draws visitors from across world. Palace main attraction, illumination extended to major roads, heritage buildings. Inauguration at Chamundi Hills signals start of melange…

The Hindu

Explore Durga Puja pandals in Kolkata that have transitioned from traditional to high-tech art installations

With pandals inspired by Rome’s Vatican City, Macau’s Grand Lisboa Hotel, Karnataka’s Mysore Palace and Disneyland in Paris, deep creative currents are defining the growth of pujas that have evolved from traditional to pockets of avant-garde public art.

The Hindu

My Farm, a farm-to-table set-up in Visakhapatnam, is an example of responsible farming

Locally-grown vegetables find their way to My Farm, a farm-to-table set-up near Visakhapatnam, that adopts permaculture to promote sustainability

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A unique preview of Durga Puja art begins in Kolkata

Kolkata's iconic Town Hall hosted the opening ceremony of a Durga Puja art preview show, organised by massArt with the British Council as its international partner. Ambassadors from several countries attended the event, which provides access to 26 Durga Puja locations in the city.

The Hindu

Chennai celebrates 50 years of bilateral relations between India and South Korea

Sounds of traditional Korean music and elegant dance took over Chennai to commemorate the golden jubilee year of bilateral relations between South Korea and India

The Hindu

Dasara expenditure likely to be minimised, sponsors to be roped in: DC

Govt. plans to reduce Dasara expenditure due to drought, but ensure festivities remain traditional. ₹15 crore released for festivities. Industries/companies to sponsor events to mobilise ₹3-4 crore. Gold cards to be printed based on seating arrangements. Invites to dignitaries ready. 300 cultural troupes to participate in procession. ₹18 lakh spent…

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Mysuru tourism to get a new logo, slogan this Dasara

Tourism Dept. plans to deploy 300 Tourist Mitras in Mysuru for Dasara festivities, to assist tourists. KSTDC launches Dasara tour packages & Ambaari open-bus travel. New logo & slogan for Mysuru Tourism to be launched. KSTDC website provides details for Ambaari ride timings.

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An ancient art form makes a memorable debut in Kerala

Bhagavata Mela Natakam, a centuries-old tradition, traveled to Kerala for the first time. The audience at Jubilee Memorial Hall was delighted by the performance of Rukmini Kalyanam, a mix of dance, drama and dialogues. Lead dancer Srikanth, with decades of Bharatanatyam training, and the other cast members, singers and musicians,…

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My travels in Sri Lanka – and why Scotland loves this country

‘THINGS have been hard in Sri Lanka in recent years, but we are a resilient and proud country so we always bounce back,” my guide Chaminda…

The National (Scotland)

Requiem for a river

A tranquil village in Palakkad in the 1950s held rustic charm. River, trees, birds, butterflies, squirrels, flying fox, and nocturnal animals created a captivating sight. Now, river polluted, trees uprooted, birds gone, replaced by heavy machinery, and a lone dove playing the last post.

The Hindu

Prateek Sadhu opens his new restaurant, Naar | The forager is putting down roots

After two years of research, and roaming the Himalayan belt, chef Prateek Sadhu is bringing his learning — from local ferments to foraged foods — to the plate at a world-class destination restaurant, Naar

The Hindu

Indonesia denies its fires are causing blankets of haze in neighboring Malaysia

Indonesia has denied that forest and peat fires on Sumatra and Borneo islands are causing the haze in neighboring Malaysia

The Independent UK

First public sector caravan park in Kerala to come up at Bekal

Soon, tourists can enjoy the beauty of Bekal Fort from the comforts of a caravan park. KTDC to set up caravan park at Bekal Fort, Kasaragod. Park to be first in public sector. Also proposed for Ponmudi, Thiruvananthapuram & Bolgatty Palace, Kochi.

The Hindu

Bali locals furious after tourist meditates naked in temple

Outrage over ‘humiliation’ of Balinese culture

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Tokyo district mayor urges Halloween revellers to stay away amid crush fears

Ken Hasebe issues warning after 2022 Itaewon tragedy in Seoul, in which more than 150 people died

The Independent UK

The Philippines aims at a younger generation of Filipino American travelers

The Philippines has a long history of trying to attract Filipino American citizens and their families to come and add to the economy

The Hindu

Calls grow louder for Angamaly-Balaramapuram parallel rail line

Federation of Sabari Railway Action Council urges State govt. to extend Angamaly-Sabarimala rail line from Erumely to Balaramapuram, Thiruvananthapuram. New line to link industrial & tourism hubs, transport 850 truckloads of goods daily & bring tourist destinations on rail map. Railways have done feasibility survey for extension. ₹100 cr allocated…

The Hindu

Nearly 12,000 students to take part in Yuva Sambhrama

Yuva Sambhrama, a platform for college students to showcase their talent, begins in Mysuru on Oct 6. 12,000 students from 400+ institutions will participate in cultural events. 50 teams will perform daily, with themes such as freedom struggle, gender equality, Karnataka folk arts, fake news, and education. Inauguration by district…

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Government grants administrative sanction for Srirangam bus terminus

Govt. grants ₹7.77cr for bus terminus in Srirangam. The project will meet long-felt need of residents & visitors, as 300 tourist vehicles visit daily. The temple town attracts huge floating population & during festivals, influx of devotees & vehicles increases. MLA M. Palaniyandi thanked CM & Minister for fulfilling election…

The Times of India

Bhutan planning to slash ‘expensive’ airfares to boost tourism

In a move to boost tourism in the country, Bhutan has announced plans to reduce the 'expensive' airfares for visitors travelling to the country. As per the country's Finance Minister, this step would result in an uptick of travellers to the country and increase the number of visitors visiting the…

The Hindu

First International Calligraphy Festival of Kerala under way in Kochi is a hit with enthusiasts and fine arts students

Kochi: Int'l Calligraphy Fest of Kerala 2023 showcases works of 16 Indian & 3 foreign artists. Workshops, panel discussions, live demos, art performances & exhibitions. Ka Cha Ta Tha Pa Foundation, Kerala Lalithakala Akademi, Kerala Info & PR Dept & SH School of Communication, Sacred Heart College organize. Festival to…

The Times of India

J&K: World’s highest rail bridge to be turned into a tourist spot soon

The world's highest steel arch rail bridge, spanning the Chenab River in Reasi district, Jammu, is undergoing development and will soon be turned into a prominent tourist attraction. The 1.3 km bridge, perched at a height of 359 m above the riverbed, surpasses the Eiffel Tower's height by 35 m,…

The Hindu

Full of beans and beats: Coffee-growing tribal women farmers enthral global audience at WCC with folk dance

Tribal women coffee farmers from Kerala enthralled global audience at WCC in Bengaluru with their bean dance. Their performance depicted coffee's connection to their lives, livelihood, culture & cuisine.

The Independent UK

Fires on Indonesia’s Sumatra island cause smoky haze, prompting calls for people to work from home

More than 300 forest and peatland fires on Indonesia’s Sumatra island are causing hazy skies across the region, prompting government officials to ask people to work from home

The Independent UK

Climate change spells cultural extinction for Nepal’s nomadic herders

The nomadic herders of Mustang who’s livestock have grazed the pastures in the Nepalese Himalayas for generations, fear the dramatic change in weather patterns may consign their traditions to the history books forever, Paddy Dowling finds

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