Hubballi Airport's Flybrary, South India's first open airport library, is gaining popularity with 200 daily visitors, mostly youngsters, offering over 250 books to encourage reading over screens.
Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation informs Madras High Court that petrol-engine boats on Pykara Lake will be replaced with electric motors to reduce noise and water pollution.
Boat rides have resumed at Thatipudi Reservoir in Vizianagaram after a seven-year suspension due to a fatal accident. The forest department has launched a seven-seater speed boat and is renovating cottages to boost tourism.
Shimla witnessed a surge in tourists for Valentine's Day, with roses and gifts making the occasion memorable. The hill station's romantic ambiance attracted couples and visitors, boosting local businesses and creating festive scenes across the city.
Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh implements stringent regulations for adventure sports operators, mandating safety audits and penalties for lapses to protect tourists.
Early morning walkers at Puri's Blue Flag Beach witnessed an extraordinary sight as thousands of live sea snails carpeted the shoreline. Marine experts suggest seasonal shifts and calm seas brought the venomous cone snails ashore.
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The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway introduces premium full-moon night rides inspired by a 1920s princess's escapade, plus a new sunset trek-and-rail experience in collaboration with forest authorities.
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Hyderabad's flower markets are bustling ahead of Valentine's Day, with roses dominating sales and prices rising sharply due to high demand and quality imports from Bengaluru, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra.
Hotel room prices in Bengaluru have surged for Valentine's Day, with a major chain charging Rs 5,200 for a double room on MG Road, up Rs 2,000 from average. Similar spikes are reported in CBD areas like Halasuru and Indiranagar, but overall demand is lowe
Chennai Metro and TIDCO are developing a cable-propelled transport system to offer tourists a bird's-eye view of Mamallapuram's historic sites like Arjuna's Tapas and Shore Temple, aiming to boost tourism and improve traffic management.
The Jammu and Kashmir administration is examining a proposal to notify new areas for tourism development, aiming to boost the sector's growth and diversify attractions beyond traditional hotspots.
Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation introduces new package bus tours to Gaganachukki waterfalls and Melkote temple, offering affordable travel options for tourists.
The temporary refurbishment of Kovalam Beach is delayed as no bids met qualification criteria, casting doubt on the Rs 93 crore revival plan. Wapcos Ltd has re-tendered the Rs 7.75 crore project.
Gangotri, Uttarakhand, transforms into a desolate, snow-covered ghost town during winter, with temperatures plunging below -10°C and most residents migrating to warmer areas.
Thiruvananthapuram Airport reports over 100 daily transit passengers, boosted by new electric shuttle bus and terminal upgrades, with record 4.50 lakh passengers in January.
The high demand for roses ahead of Valentine's Day has caused prices to double in Kolkata. Bangalore roses now cost Rs 80-100, while local varieties have risen to Rs 30 per piece.
Lifeguards in Goa rescued 614 tourists from drowning in one year, with Russians being the most rescued foreigners. Baga-Sinquerim stretch recorded highest incidents.
The Travel and Tourism Association of Goa calls for clarity on Dabolim Airport's future, warning that closure rumors threaten South Goa's tourism industry and urging the chief minister to reaffirm its operational status.
Bhubaneswar's café culture is reshaping how couples spend quality time, with over 50 new cafés offering themed spaces, privacy, and safety. Valentine's Day sees peak bookings as Gen Z embraces cozy corners and budget-friendly deals.
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Couple-themed gifts like matching mugs and photo frames are in high demand in Haryana as the wedding season approaches, with retailers reporting a 30% sales increase.
Valentine's Day has led to a sharp increase in flower prices in Panipat, Haryana, with roses and other blooms becoming more expensive due to high demand and supply constraints.
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