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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 · Oct 26, 2023

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 · Oct 26, 2023

Tirunelveli artisans turn palm leaf winnows into chic wall clocks

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

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

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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 · Oct 25, 2023

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 · Oct 25, 2023

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 · Oct 24, 2023

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 · Oct 24, 2023

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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 · Oct 24, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

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 · Oct 24, 2023

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 · Oct 24, 2023

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 · Oct 24, 2023

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…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

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.

Dynamite News · Oct 24, 2023

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France 24 · Oct 23, 2023

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 · Oct 22, 2023

Taking a time machine to the Montieth Road of the past

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

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 · Oct 22, 2023

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…

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The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

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 · Oct 22, 2023

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

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Dogra architecture gets a revival at J&K’s Maharaj Gunj

A project that recreates the past glory of Srinagar’s Maharaj Gunj market, which has disappeared from sight with encroachment and deviations for several decades, throws new light on rare architectural elements

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

State to create microsite on ‘Islam in Kerala’ to woo travellers

The State government will create a microsite on ‘Islam in Kerala’, a promotional digital production tracing the roots of Islam in Kerala.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Pre-historic rock art site in Wayanad cries for conservation

Kerala Tourism has launched a ₹2.9-crore project to conserve petroglyphs (rock engravings) on Thovarimala hills in Nenmeni grama panchayat, believed to date back to Neolithic period. Steps to develop tourism corridor connecting nearby Edakkal caves, Govindamoola Chira & Thovarimala remain on paper due to technical issues.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Nallamala brims with leopards, yet no man-animal conflict

In Kurnool, Nallamala forests have 6K sq. km & human population inhabiting villages & buffer zones remain largely unaffected by man-animal conflict. Leopards sightings have been rampant near villages, but no mauling of villagers reported in last decade. Unique terrain of hills & valleys, rivulets & antelope population prevent leopards…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Almost 95% hotels rooms booked in Mysuru as Dasara enters final phase

Though the hospitality sector has expanded in recent years, adding additional rooms with a slew of new properties coming up in Mysuru, the net increase is barely enough to keep pace with the rise in tourists, especially during the peak season.

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