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Amer Fort elephant rides see 70 per cent decline in seven years

Amer Fort elephant rides see 70 per cent decline in seven years

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The popularity of elephant safaris at the historic Amer Fort here has declined sharply, with the number of tourists opting for elephant rides falling by around 70 per cent in seven years, according to official records. As many as 1,64,608 tourists opted for elephant safaris in 2018-19, but the numbers fell to 48,474 in 2025-26, a decline of more than one lakh visitors. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Pune: Sinhagad Fort closed for tourists on Aug 1-2 after IMD's red alert

Pune: Sinhagad Fort closed for tourists on Aug 1-2 after IMD's red alert

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The Pune Forest Division has announced the temporary closure of Sinhagad Fort for tourists on August 1 and 2, 2026, following a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for the district in Maharashtra. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure due to continuous heavy rainfall in the Sinhagad region and the increased risk of landslides and rockfalls. According to the Forest Department, intense rainfall has been reported around the fort area, creating potentially dangerous conditions for visitors. Considering the threat to public safety, authorities have prohibited tourist movement to Sinhagad Fort and nearby areas during the two-day period. Officials said the restriction has been imposed to prevent accidents during adverse weather conditions, especially in the hilly terrain surrounding the historic fort. Forest dept appeals for cooperation The Forest Department has urged citizens, trekkers and tourists not to plan visits to Sinhagad Fort on August 1 and 2. Visitors have been requested to cooperate with the administration and strictly follow safety advisories issued during the monsoon period. The advisory Officials have …

Pune administration eases monsoon restrictions, reopens Lonavala tourist sites

Pune administration eases monsoon restrictions, reopens Lonavala tourist sites

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Tourists can once again visit major attractions in and around Lonavala after the Pune district administration lifted monsoon-related restrictions that had been imposed due to heavy rainfall. Pune District Collector Jitendra Dudi revoked the order issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, following a review of the weather and ground situation. The restrictions had been imposed from July 6 to August 31, 2026, to prevent traffic congestion and accidents during the peak monsoon season. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Five Telangana tourists rescued after being swept into sea at Visakhapatnam’s RK Beach

Five Telangana tourists rescued after being swept into sea at Visakhapatnam’s RK Beach

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A police constable runs to rescue tourists swept into the water at RK Beach in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. Screengrab | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Five tourists from Telangana were rescued from drowning by the Coastal Security Police (Marine) in coordination with community guards, after they were swept into the sea by strong waves at RK Beach in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday (July 15, 2026). According to Coastal Security Police Visakhapatnam Inspector S. Ramesh, the incident occurred at around 10.30 a.m., when the tourists, all from Mushampalli in Nalgonda district of Telangana, went into the sea for a bath. They struggled to return to shore after being suddenly pulled deeper into the water by powerful shore waves. Coastal Security Police rescue five Telangana tourists swept into the sea at RK Beach in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. Video: Special Arrangement pic.twitter.com/JAakuXP3NB — The Hindu – Andhra Pradesh (@THAndhra) July 15, 2026 Alert marine police personnel on duty at the beach noticed the situation and immediately launched a rescue operation. They swiftly entered the water and safely brought all five …

Three Andhra Pradesh tourists among 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy

Three Andhra Pradesh tourists among 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy

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Government officials with the family members of Mudiyam Sridhar, a victim of boat tragedy in Vietnam, at their house in Kadapa on Saturday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Three tourists from Andhra Pradesh were among the 15 Indians killed after a tourist speedboat capsized off Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief over the tragedy and directed officials to provide all possible assistance to the bereaved families and ensure the safe return of the survivors to the State. The deceased from Andhra Pradesh were identified as Nallapeta Adiseshaiah Ravi Teja, Mudium Sreedhar of Kadapa and Gelli Jaya Lakshmi of Machilipatnam. The respective district administrations have contacted the victims’ families and are extending all necessary assistance. Sources from Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in New Delhi said that according to the Embassy of India in Vietnam, the tourist speedboat, operated by Ocean Pearl Island Company, capsized off Hon May Rut Ngoai near An Thoi on Phu Quoc Island while returning to An Thoi Port. The vessel was carrying 36 people, including …

Two tourists rescued after rental car swept away near Lonavala

Two tourists rescued after rental car swept away near Lonavala

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During the incident, one of the tourists was briefly carried away by the floodwaters and was left stranded on the opposite side of the bridge. The second tourist managed to reach a nearby area close to a madrasa, where local residents had gathered, and alerted them to the emergency Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

35th Mango Festival: Foreign tourists join Delhiites to explore 1,300 mango varieties at Dilli Haat in Janakpuri

35th Mango Festival: Foreign tourists join Delhiites to explore 1,300 mango varieties at Dilli Haat in Janakpuri

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Delhi’s 35th Mango Festival at Dilli Haat, Janakpuri, is drawing locals and foreign tourists alike, all eager to discover over 1,300 mango varieties from across India. While some visitors say they’ve spent half the day exploring the endless display and tasting unique varieties, foreign tourists admit they’re amazed by the sheer diversity of India’s favourite fruit. Adding to the experience, mango growers are on hand to share fascinating stories, tasting tips and insights into the many rare varieties on display. Delhi’s 35th Mango Festival is happening at Dilli Haat in Janakpuri between July 3 to July 5. (Photos: Anurag Mehra/HT) Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Five tourists feared drowned during swimming at Ganpatipule Beach in Maharashtra

Five tourists feared drowned during swimming at Ganpatipule Beach in Maharashtra

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According to initial information, several members of the group entered the sea for swimming after arriving at Ganpatipule. The incident occurred on the morning of June 20 when a group of 19 tourists from Bidkin visited the popular coastal destination Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

How Indian teen tourist’s death may lead to ban on New York’s 150-year old horse-drawn carriages

How Indian teen tourist’s death may lead to ban on New York’s 150-year old horse-drawn carriages

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The death of an Indian teenager during a horse-drawn carriage ride in New York City‘s Central Park has reignited a long-running debate over the future of the city’s iconic tourist attraction, with lawmakers, animal rights groups and city officials now pushing for a ban on the industry. Police investigate the scene after a Central Park carriage horse bolted away from its driver killing a teenager from India on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 in New York. (AP) An 18-year-old tourist, identified in a New York Post report as Romanch Mahajan, was visiting New York with his family when a horse pulling their carriage suddenly bolted, leading to his death in a fatal accident. He reportedly died trying to protect his mother during runaway carriage incident. The carriage driver had stepped away to take a photograph of the family when the horse bolted, the report in the Post added. He is believed to be the first person to die in a horse carriage accident since they were introduced in Central Park more than 150 years ago, according …

Indian tourists perform garba on Vietnam airport tarmac; viral video ignites backlash

Indian tourists perform garba on Vietnam airport tarmac; viral video ignites backlash

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3 min readNew DelhiMay 29, 2026 11:06 AM IST A video of a group of Indian tourists performing garba on the tarmac of an airport in Vietnam has gone viral online, triggering a wave of criticism on social media over the unusual display near a parked aircraft. The clip, widely shared across platforms, appears to show travellers dancing beside a VietJet Air plane in what seemed to be an open section of the airport grounds either shortly before boarding or after disembarking. Several people in the group formed a circle and enthusiastically performed garba steps, while nearby passengers looked on, some watching curiously and others continuing on their way. What shocked many viewers was the location itself. Airport tarmacs are generally considered restricted and tightly controlled areas where passengers are expected to move in an organised manner under staff supervision. The sight of people casually dancing next to an aircraft quickly turned the moment into an online talking point. Watch the video:   The video sparked debate around airport security, public behaviour, and travel etiquette, …