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Archaeologists discover oldest evidence of curry ever found outside India

‘The artifacts analyzed correspond with archaeological and traditional Indian spice grinding tools’

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023

For Karnataka, it is a gloomy monsoon for tourism this year

Flash floods in different parts of the country have led to tourists avoiding places in Karnataka where there is more rainfall. However, temple tourism is doing well in Karnataka.

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Mount Kailash view point to be accessible from India by September

As per the latest news reports, people will be able to visit Mount Kailash from the Indian territory, from September this year, which is believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva.

The Times of India · Jul 24, 2023

Tour guide sparks debate after yelling at woman for falling asleep on bus

Tourist accused of being ‘disrespectful’

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2023

Foreign visitors exceed 2 million in one month, 1st time since 2020

The number of foreign visitors to Japan in one month exceeded 2 million for the first time in 3 years and 5 months in June, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO).

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jul 20, 2023

Detailed guidebook on sites in Mandya to boost tourist footfall

Deputy Commissioner Dr. Kumara proposed a tourist guidebook to boost footfall in Mysuru's popular and lesser-known sites. He suggested posters, signage, a website, and a tourist map to provide info on routes, distance, and circuit plans. Subsidies for hotels and resorts were discussed to promote tourism. Popular sites include Brindavan…

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Muziris back in the limelight

With the second phase conservation works of monuments in Muziris — a legendary port located here that is said to have been the hub of the historic spice route about 2,500 years ago — nearing completion, the locale is once again at the centre stage of attention.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

Enjoy the flavours of Malaysia at the Park Hyatt Chennai

Chef Asaari's Malaysian food festival at Mr. Ong, Park Hyatt Chennai offers a vivid and refreshing salad with sour notes, curries galore, desserts like Kuih Ketayap and a special A la carte menu. With 15 years of experience, Chef Asaari has brought authentic Malaysian flavours to India. Enjoy a trip…

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

All weather tourism mart planned at exhibition grounds: Mysuru MP

The Dasara Exhibition grounds in Mysuru is soon expected to be developed into an “all weather tourism mart” under the Centre’s Swadesh Darshan project.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

British Museum to show king’s solid gold message studded with rubies

An anonymous artists worried about reprisal from the Myanmar government is also featured in the exhition.

Evening Standard · Jul 18, 2023