Darjeeling Winter Travel Guide: Weather & Best Places
Planning a winter trip to Darjeeling? Our 2025 guide covers current weather, must-visit spots, travel routes, and pro tips for a magical Himalayan getaway.
Planning a winter trip to Darjeeling? Our 2025 guide covers current weather, must-visit spots, travel routes, and pro tips for a magical Himalayan getaway.
Your tea turned bitter? Don't pour it out! Learn why tea gets harsh and discover 5 simple fixes involving temperature, timing, and ingredients to rescue your cup. Make every sip smooth.
West Bengal faces a chilly week with snowfall predicted in Darjeeling hills and dense fog in multiple districts till January 3. Get the full weather forecast and travel advisories here.
Darjeeling is set for a magical white New Year as temperatures plummet. Hotels are fully booked until January, signaling a major revival for tourism after the October landslides. Get the full forecast and travel details here.
FSSAI's new directive prohibits calling herbal infusions 'tea'. The Rs 3,600 crore flavoured market must rebrand. Learn what this means for your favourite brews.
India's FSSAI orders companies to stop calling herbal infusions 'tea'. Only drinks from Camellia sinensis plant qualify. Learn about the new rules and industry impact.
FSSAI mandates only Camellia sinensis products can be branded as 'tea'. Herbal infusions must rebrand, impacting India's wellness market. Read the full story.
FSSAI's new order restricts the term 'tea' to products from Camellia sinensis. Herbal infusions must be clearly labeled. Learn what this means for consumers and businesses.
FSSAI's new order states only products from Camellia sinensis can be sold as 'tea'. Herbal infusions must be clearly labelled. Learn what this means for consumers and businesses.
FSSAI mandates that only beverages from Camellia sinensis plant can be labelled as tea. Herbal infusions must be renamed to avoid misbranding. Read the full guidelines.
Calcutta High Court's Jalpaiguri bench temporarily lifts liquor sale ban at iconic Glenary's in Darjeeling, citing festive spirit and revenue. Bar to operate with strict accounting until January 12.
Tourists can again witness the famous sunrise at Darjeeling's Tiger Hill as the indefinite ban by hill taxi drivers is lifted. The GTA resolved the stand-off, with further talks scheduled for January 16. Read the full story.
Lance Naik Raj Shaker of the 191 Artillery Regiment died during a winter training drill in the Teesta river. The Army has ordered a court of inquiry. Read the full report.
Discover the surprising health benefits of traditional nettle tea, from supporting prostate health to aiding blood sugar control. Learn how to prepare it safely and who should avoid it.
IMD forecasts a fresh temperature dip in West Bengal from Christmas week. Dense fog disrupts visibility. Know the coldest spots and weather warnings.
Discover 10 unforgettable train routes where the journey is the destination. From Switzerland's Glacier Express to India's Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, experience slow travel at its best.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee virtually inaugurates the restored 182-year-old St Andrew's Church in Darjeeling. The Gothic-style heritage structure underwent a Rs 1.55 crore conservation project.
Discover three unforgettable Indian train journeys: the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla toy train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and the coastal Konkan Railway. Experience breathtaking landscapes and engineering marvels.
Struggling with a persistent winter cough? Discover three science-backed herbal teas—honey, ginger, and liquorice root—that can provide relief. Learn how to make them and important safety tips.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma provides Rs 5 lakh aid to families of 20 tea workers who died in a tragic truck accident. He also announced new guidelines to regulate migration from tea gardens.
Calcutta High Court cancels 313 teacher appointments in GTA, calls them illegal. CID probe into 2019 recruitment irregularities to continue. Details inside.
Discover how daily consumption of milk tea, black tea, and green tea impacts your health differently. Learn which brew supports heart health, antioxidants, and energy best for your Indian lifestyle.
Discover avocado seed tea, a wellness trend with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Learn a simple recipe to make this unique herbal infusion at home. Try it today!
Discover how your body processes green tea differently in the morning vs evening. Learn the science behind timing for optimal energy, metabolism, and sleep. Find your perfect cup time!
Green tea offers more than just weight loss. Discover its surprising benefits for brain health, skin, and chronic disease prevention. Start your healthy habit today!
Darjeeling's iconic Capitol Hall clock, silent for 3 months, is set for a full renovation. Plans include a museum, selfie point & banquet hall to boost tourism. Read more.
Discover 8 scientifically-backed foods and drinks like cinnamon tea and beetroot juice that can boost your heart health. Learn how to integrate them into your daily diet for a stronger cardiovascular system.
IMD forecasts a 2-4°C drop in minimum temperatures across West Bengal over four days, with dry weather and morning fog likely. Kolkata recorded 20°C, while Darjeeling was coldest at 7°C. Read the full weather bulletin.
Explore how Sir Tom Stoppard's formative years in India, from Darjeeling to Calcutta, provided a sanctuary that deeply influenced his celebrated plays and worldview. Discover the playwright's lasting connection to his childhood home.
Darjeeling's famed Mandarin Orange receives the Geographical Indication tag, protecting its unique identity and boosting prospects for local farmers in West Bengal. Discover what this means for the region's economy.