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BUDA approves GIS-based master plan for Belagavi

BUDA expands Belagavi city boundaries, approves GIS-based master plan. Ministers, legislators, and officials meet to discuss infrastructure and amenities for residential layouts. Minister asks for strict implementation of rules, feedback on plot auctions, and land for a new sports stadium. ₹87 crore set aside for Kanabargi residential layout, ₹9 crore…

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

Explained | How the amended Forest (Conservation) Act imperils the Northeast

The Mizoram Assembly has passed a resolution opposing the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023. Aside from special Constitutional protections in Mizoram and Nagaland, the Act is applicable in the rest of India’s Northeast. In 1996, the Supreme Court expanded the term ‘forest land’, such that the Forest Rights Act also…

The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023

Government proposes in SC tech panel to evaluate carrying capacity of 13 Himalayan States

Union government proposes 13-member tech committee to evaluate carrying capacity of 13 Himalayan States. Committee to be headed by Director of GB Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment. Experts from multiple disciplines to collect info on load-carrying capacity of hill stations, cities and eco-sensitive zones. SC had suggested expert committee…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

In Frames | Tigers in the town

The town square in Thrissur, Kerala turns into a collage of stripes and spots as more than 250 “human tigers and leopards” prance about the streets in a rollicking show to lend a carnivalesque finish to the Onam celebrations.

The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023

Mumbai: Aagman yatras to reveal first glimpse of grand Ganesh idols

MUMBAI: Maharashtra's biggest festival of Ganeshotsav will take place after a fortnight from September 19-28. However, in an informal unveiling, devotees will get a first glimpse of the grand, beautiful idols, online and offline, before the actual installation.

The Times of India · Sep 2, 2023

Amid rain scare, Onam pageantry attracts thousands as week-long celebrations conclude

Around 3,000 artistes participated in the pageantry, featuring 60 floats. As many as 10 art forms from other States and around 80 artistes from States outside joined the procession

The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023

Himachal Pradesh to tap tourism potential with 16 heliports soon: CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu announces 16 heliports to be constructed across districts to facilitate tourist access to unexplored destinations. 9 heliports in 1st phase, 7 in 2nd. Kangra Airport to be expanded. Aim to increase tourist footfall & achieve 5 crore arrivals/yr. Boost local tourism & economy.

The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023

‘Everyone has the same dream’: Mount Fuji grapples with rise in tourism

Millions visit Japan’s highest peak each year, creating pollution and putting pressure on medical centre

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1, 2023

Thrissur rocks to the rhythm of Pulikkali

Thrissur city on Friday turned into a sea of stripes and spots as more than 250 ‘human tigers and leopards’ pranced about the streets in a rollicking show of Pulikkali

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

Colourful pageantry to bring curtain down on Onam fete

The curtain will come down on the week-long Onam celebrations, organised by the State Tourism Department, with a cultural pageantry in the State capital on Saturday evening.

The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023