Mysuru witnesses a massive influx of tourists for Christmas & New Year, leading to 100% hotel occupancy, traffic snarls, and crowded attractions. Officials expect the rush to continue till Dec 31. Read more.
Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve bans informal safari requests via WhatsApp/calls. New document-based rules for management quota aim for transparency & wildlife protection. Details inside.
US stock exchanges remain closed on 25 December 2025 for Christmas. Check the full 2026 market holiday calendar for NYSE and Nasdaq, including New Year's Day and Thanksgiving.
Planning for Christmas Day? Banks, USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Walmart will be closed on December 25. Check details for essential services and alternative options.
Indian stock exchanges will remain closed on December 25 for Christmas. The NSE has also released its 2026 holiday calendar, detailing 15 market closures. Plan your trading accordingly.
Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar visited Tadoba Tiger Reserve, sharing key life lessons on patience, discipline, and humility learned from wildlife. Discover his insights.
The US Embassy in New Delhi and its consulates across India will be closed from December 24 to 26 for the Christmas holidays. Plan your visa and consular services accordingly.
Bihar's only tiger reserve, Valmiki Tiger Reserve, attracts record tourists with eco-friendly bamboo huts. Foreign visitors praise its beauty and adventure. Jungle safari participation surges.
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
Five tigers spotted near a stone quarry in Chamarajanagar cause panic. Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders immediate capture and relocation. Prohibitory orders imposed in three villages.
Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar shares his special bond with Maharashtra's Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve. Discover why he keeps returning and plan your own wildlife adventure. Watch the video now!
Lucknow district administration orders closure of all pre-primary schools until Dec 27 and revised timings for classes 1-8 from Dec 24 due to severe cold and fog. Read the official directive.
We test the new 1.5-litre Turbo Hyperion petrol engine in the updated Tata Safari and Harrier. Is it worth buying? Find out the key hits and misses here.
Banks in Nagaland are closed today, December 23, 2025, for a state holiday. Check the city-wise list and see which digital banking services remain available for customers.
Global influencer Deepti Sadhwani shares her transformative Masai Mara safari. She describes raw nature, survival realities, and a profound shift in perspective. Discover her key takeaways.
Planning last-minute shopping on Christmas Day? Check which major US retailers like Walmart, Target are closed and which stores like 7-Eleven, Sheetz remain open. Verify timings before you head out.
Tata Motors expands Harrier & Safari with a new 170 PS turbo-petrol engine and major tech upgrades like a 14.5-inch QLED screen. Explore the new petrol SUV options.
Discover India's 9 most elusive animals, from the ghostly snow leopard to the rare caracal. Learn why spotting them on a jungle safari is a monumental challenge for even seasoned wildlife enthusiasts.
A safari ban in Bandipur Tiger Reserve ahead of the holiday season leaves Karnataka jungle resorts struggling. Visitors flock to Tamil Nadu's Mudumalai Tiger Reserve instead. Read the full impact analysis.
Heavy snowfall has blocked the Mughal Road and Sinthan Pass, crucial alternative routes to Kashmir Valley. Authorities are working to restore connectivity. Read the latest updates.
A list of states where schools are closed due to smog, cold wave, and holidays. Check the latest updates on revised timings and winter vacations across India.
Lionel Messi wrapped up his India tour with a cultural visit to Anant Ambani's Vantara animal rescue centre in Jamnagar. The Argentine star participated in traditional rituals and a night safari. Read more.
Bareilly and Delhi order school closures up to Class 8 and 5 respectively from Dec 18-20. Officials issue travel advisory amid freezing temps and poor visibility. Get state-wise updates.
India has temporarily closed its visa application centers in Dhaka and Sylhet, Bangladesh, due to the security situation. Operations have shifted to the High Commission. Learn more.
All schools in Bareilly for classes 1 to 8 are closed until December 20 due to severe cold and dense fog. District administration issues strict order, prioritising student safety.
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve DFO recommends action against forest officer for NTCA norm violations. Tourists disembarked, tiger trapped. Read about the inquiry and consequences.
All schools in Delhi-NCR are closed on December 16 & 17 due to severe air quality. The CAQM invoked Stage IV of GRAP. Check official orders and health advisories here.
Mysuru advocate serves legal notices to MLAs, warning that reviving safari in core tiger habitat violates Supreme Court order. Read the full details and implications.
Motilal Oswal recommends Safari Industries and JSW Steel as top stock picks for the week starting December 8, 2025, projecting significant upside potential. Read the detailed analysis.
Tired of deadlines, a travel writer finds solace in a spontaneous Ranthambore trip. A story of nature, elusive tigers, and the joy of a simple break. Read the full experience.