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Live worms in Vande Bharat meal row: Indian Railways fines IRCTC rRs.r10 lakh, vendor rRs.r50 lakh

India, March 26 -- The Ministry of Indian Railways has initiated action against Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the vendor of a Vande Bharat Express after a video of a pass... Read More


Four-day handicrafts festival begins at Acropolis Mall

Kolkata, March 26 -- The Indian Handicrafts Festival 2026 has begun at Acropolis Mall, offering visitors a vibrant showcase of traditional artistry from across the country. Scheduled to run from March... Read More


Parliamentary panel recommends constitution of high-level Committee on Aviation safety

New Delhi, March 26 -- The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture on Thursday flagged systemic issues in India's civil aviation sector, highlighting nearly safety lapses, o... Read More


PM arrives in Hanoi, concluding official visit to Russia

Hanoi, March 26 -- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation landed in Hanoi on March 26 morning, concluding an official visit to Russia from March 22 to 25 at the invi... Read More


Gulf war batters Pokhara tourism as half of peak-season bookings cancelled

Pokhara, March 26 -- February, the hills of Ghorepani are typically ablaze with vibrant rhododendron blooms. The trekking route begins from Nayapul in Kaski, passing through Birethanti, Ulleri, Bantha... Read More


Delhi aims to emerge as global tourism hub, says Education Minister Ashish Sood

New Delhi, March 26 -- Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday said the time has come to develop Delhi into a leading tourism destination rather than merely a transit hub, in his address at the 2nd ICC Aviat... Read More


Nepal Interim PM Karki hails "Gen-Z mandate" on eve of Balen Shah's swearing-in

Kathmandu, March 26 -- Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Thursday evening made her final address to the nation ahead of the new government formation scheduled for Friday under the prime ... Read More


Iran war may impact growth, spur inflation in Asia and Pacific: ADB

Dhaka, March 26 -- The conflict in the Middle East (West Asia) could lower economic growth in developing Asia and the Pacific by up to 1.3 percentage points over 2026-2027 and raise inflation by 3.2 p... Read More


Candidates 2026 venue row explained: Cyprus chess chief hits out at Koneru Humpy as FIDE responds with FAQ

India, March 26 -- The upcoming Candidates 2026 have been facing scrutiny over the tournament's venue. It is set to be held in Cyprus, which is in proximity to the ongoing Gulf conflict. On March 1, a... Read More


'Delhi must pivot to global tourism hub'

New Delhi, March 26 -- Delhi's Education Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday said the time has come for the national capital to reposition itself as a leading global tourism destination rather than merel... Read More