Telangana unveils ambitious Tourism Policy 2025-2030, securing over ₹22,324 crore in investments to generate 90,000 jobs. Key initiatives include international festivals and 27 special tourism zones.
Telangana Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao urges officials to adopt international standards to transform the state into a premier global destination, focusing on longer stays and cultural exchange.
Madikeri MLA Manthar Gowda announces a special ₹80 crore grant for road development in Kodagu. The funds, pending CM's approval, aim to transform State Highway-85 and address long-standing public demands.
Lucknow University BTech students secure CST-UP grant for AI & IoT-based smart agriculture system 'Krishi Sakhi'. The project aims to empower farmers with data-driven decisions. Read more.
Banaras Hindu University wins its largest Erasmus+ grant of €780,000 for a 3-year project on sustainable religious tourism, uniting 16 institutions across 8 countries. Explore the details.
Banaras Hindu University's Faculty of Arts wins a landmark €780,000 Erasmus+ grant for a 3-year project on sustainable religious tourism, uniting 16 institutions across 8 countries.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini laid the foundation for two new health centres in Kharkhoda and announced a Rs 5 crore grant for local development. The move aims to boost healthcare infrastructure in the region.
West Bengal emerges as India's top destination for foreign tourists in 2025, surpassing traditional favourites like Goa and Kerala. Discover the factors behind this surprising shift.
West Bengal attracted 3.1 million foreign tourists in 2024, outperforming traditional favorites like Goa and Rajasthan. Discover how this eastern state is redefining India's tourism map. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh Tourism launches a strategic roadmap featuring a Platinum Card for loyal travellers, major property renovations worth crores, and digital upgrades to boost revenue and tourist experience. Explore the future of travel in the hills.
A California woman defied extreme odds, delivering a healthy baby after a rare abdominal ectopic pregnancy. Discover her incredible medical journey and survival story.
Kerala sees record domestic tourists in 2025, but industry urges focus on high-spending foreign arrivals to boost revenue. Read the full analysis.
Madras High Court clarifies Union government grants for rehabilitation are capital receipts, not taxable revenue. Landmark ruling aids Dharmapuri milk co-op union. Read the full analysis.
Boston University researcher Arun Narota, a PU alumnus, delivered a lecture on novel therapeutic strategies for pulmonary fibrosis, focusing on lymphatic clearance. Read about the insights shared.
Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, sheds its 'Glass City' image with a new eco-tourism destination. Ruriya Swarooppur village, developed at Rs 3.62 crore, offers bamboo cottages, spiritual sites, and family-friendly facilities, boosting sustainable rural tourism.
Lucknow University's geology department receives a major ANRF grant to study the formation of the north western Himalayas. The research aims to trace rock journeys over millions of years, aiding earthquake risk assessment. Read more.
Gujarat's new policy linking grants to student attendance faces fierce opposition from school managements, who warn of potential closures and data manipulation. Read the full story.
A fire erupted in the CT-MRI unit of Bhatia Hospital, Grant Road, Mumbai. Emergency services responded swiftly, containing the electrical blaze. No casualties reported. Read for full details.
The UAE announces a significant investment push in its tourism sector, introducing competitive incentives to attract global investors and boost visitor numbers. Discover the key strategies.
Tel Aviv University and Google Israel launch a $1 million AI research program to foster innovation and talent in artificial intelligence. Explore the future of AI collaboration.
An 85-year Harvard study identifies seven key daily habits, from not smoking to nurturing friendships, that lead to a happier, healthier, and longer life. Learn the science-backed secrets to well-being.
NFL insider Grant Cohn slams Tom Brady's leadership advice as the Las Vegas Raiders, with Brady as minority owner, endure a tough 2-12 season under Pete Carroll. Read the full story.
Gujarat's new grant policy for aided schools links funding to attendance but provides special relief for rural single-class institutions. Learn about the revised slabs and criteria.
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
Oman's Ministry of Heritage and Tourism mandates strict safety compliance for adventure tourism. Operators must get approvals and ensure equipment safety to protect tourists and the environment.
CBI charges eight, including six PGIMER staff, for a Rs 1.14 crore scam. Fake bills and dead patients' names used to siphon treatment grants meant for the poor. Full details inside.
CBI uncovers a Rs 1.14 crore scam at PGIMER's Private Grant Cell. A campus photocopy shop helped siphon funds meant for poor patients via fake accounts. Read the shocking details.
Chhattisgarh High Court dismisses petitions by retired aided school staff seeking pension parity with government employees. Court rules pension not automatic under grant-in-aid. Details inside.
CBI investigates a Rs 1.14 crore scam at PGIMER Chandigarh where funds for poor patients were siphoned using fake bills. Read the full details of the alleged fraud.
Kerala govt & World Bank launch KERA project to forge 150 alliances between farmer companies & agri-businesses. Grants up to 60% (max Rs 2 Cr) available. Apply by Dec 31.