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app-based cab aggregators

Govt clears surge pricing up to 2X as new cab rules promise fairer rides and driver pay

New Motor Vehicle Aggregator guidelines permit higher peak-hour pricing, mandate minimum driver earnings, and lay down strict rules on ride cancellations and base fare structure.

Sikkim tourism

Sikkim to shine on world stage: PM Modi unveils vision for global tourism and green leadership

Marking Sikkim’s 50-year journey with India, Modi outlines a bold roadmap to transform the Himalayan state into an international tourism hub and a global model for sustainable development.

Promoting peace through pedals: J&K CM Omar Abdullah cycles in Pahalgam

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah cycled through Pahalgam, emphasizing that terrorism will not deter tourism or development, while praising local residents for their courage and resilience after recent attacks.

Nepal Tourism

Nepal’s delicate dance: Encouraging Indian tourists, controlling the costs

Despite no official currency cap, outdated rules and denomination bans continue to frustrate Indian tourists — and threaten Nepal’s growing tourism economy.

Indian mountaineer dies during Lhotse descent as Himalayan death toll rises to four this season

Rakesh Bishnoi from Rajasthan and Romanian climber Zsolt Vago died while descending Mt Lhotse on May 18, and efforts are currently underway to retrieve their bodies from high altitude.

japan quake rumors

Fear quake: Viral rumours of imminent Japan disaster shake Hong Kong tourism

Unfounded earthquake predictions ripple across social media, slashing demand for Japan-bound travel and prompting airlines to cut routes.

Turkey misstep

Support for Pakistan costs Turkey crores as Indians cancel travel

A diplomatic misstep sparks outrage across India, triggering mass tourist cancelations and a hard-hitting boycott of Turkish travel and trade.