Travel & Food
The Taste to offer Non-Veg Ready to Eat meals
Hyderabad-based “The Taste Company” enters Ready to Eat Food Market. The Company makes high-quality, tasty, and hygienic all-natural ready-to-eat Indian meals that cater to Indian Consumers. The Taste Company is....
The Estonian man who walked around the world
During the pandemic, a grocery run seems like the peak of adventure that we can pursue. The story about a man who not only dreamed of walking around the world....
Swiggy takes a jibe at Donald Trump's victory claim, Twitterati goes berserk
Viral Swiggy India US election 2020 tweet: On 16th of November, former US President Donald Trump tweeted, "I WON THE ELECTION." Though Twitter promptly labelled it as a disputable piece of information.....
'Worst food disaster ever': Twitterati in shock over Internet's new find Kaju Katli Chicken Soup
Viral Kaju Katli Chicken Soup Post: If this year wasn't enough to be this shocking and such game-spoiler, the recent viral pictures of Indian favourite sweet 'Kaju katli' and chicken....
Wish to explore the wreckage of iconic 'Titanic'? This might be your chance
A company dedicated to manned exploration of the underwater world has announced the possible access to the world's most famous and historic site Titanic through their 'THE TITANIC SURVEY EXPEDITION....
Hospitality, travel industry witness a spike in hiring activities in October: Report
Hiring activity in the hospitality and travel industry, which saw a decline during the pandemic phase, has seen an improvement in October 2020 over the last month, stated a report....
Indian Railways upgrading tracks on Golden Quadrilateral for high-speed trains, non AC coaches to be replaced
Aiming at reducing travel time, Indian Railways is upgrading the tracks on Golden Quadrilateral and Diagonals, connecting the four metro cities, to cater to trains running at a speed of....
Travelling with the 'new normal': Revamping the path for Outbound
While India is combating the global pandemic within its border, the world is eyeing the country’s potential to regain its market share to establish the powerhouse. India has subjugated the....
IRCTC to restart operations of two Tejas Express trains from October 17
Government-owned Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is all set to restart operation of Tejas Express trains (Lucknow to New Delhi and Ahmedabad to Mumbai) for catering to the....
Aviation leaders commit to green recovery and long-term climate action amid COVID-19 crisis
Aviation industry leaders have reiterated that long-term climate action should be a priority alongside economic recovery in the coming years. Michael Gill, Executive Director of the cross-industry Air Transport Action Group,....
Devotees can now book darshan online, get Vaishno Devi prasad delivered at doorsteps
Unable to visit Vaishno Devi this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Now you can book your puja online and local priests will offer it on you and your family's....
Mughal Gardens in J&K slated to be included into UNESCO's world heritage list
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has started preparing a dossier on the six Mughal Gardens in the Kashmir Valley in a bid to empanel them in the list of United....
PM Modi, Amit Shah kick off 'Poshan Maah 2020' campaign against malnutrition
Launching a social media campaign to promote "Poshan Maah", Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday stressed the importance of proper nutrition in building a prosperous....
Keto diets, intermittent fasting may affect cardiovascular health: Researchers
Researchers have found that Keto diets and intermittent fasting may affect cardiovascular health. But Mediterranean diets and whole-food plant-based diets which include fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains may....
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi announces September as 'Nutrition Month'
While talking about the importance of following a nutritious diet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that September will be observed as "Nutrition Month". He said that for the....
ICC, WTTC issues Covid-19 restart guidelines for travel and tourism sector
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) have published a set of recommendations for safely re-opening customer-facing businesses in the age of Covid-19.The....
International passenger travel still restrained by border closures, travel restrictions
International passenger demand has been almost completely suppressed since April as a result of ongoing border closures and other onerous forms of travel restrictions, preliminary July traffic figures released on....
Passengers flying to UAE must have Covid-19 negative report: AI Express
The Air India Express on Tuesday rolled out new guidelines for the passengers aged 12 years and above travelling to UAE making it mandatory for them to submit a valid....
Study reveals low-carb, high-fat diet's effect on older populations
Looking for a diet to follow for better metabolic health? As per the results of a new study - improvements were observed in body composition, fat distribution, and metabolic health....
Broccoli, Brussels sprouts can keep good blood vessel health: Study
Broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage can be counted as some of the most beneficial when it comes to preventing advanced blood vessel disease, suggests new research.The research published in the....
Vande Bharat Mission: Air India flights to and from Hong Kong banned
New Delhi [India], August 18 : Air India's Vande Bharat Mission flights to and from Hong Kong have been banned by Hong Kong authorities due to COVID-19 related issues.Earlier on....
Navroz 2020: Here are some delicacies that go into a Navroz feast
Navroz Mubarak! Today marks Navroz or Nowruz, which is Iranian and Persian New year, a day dedicated to the beginning of the spring and to promote peace, solidarity, and friendship....
US issues revised Covid advisory on travel to India, China
The United States has issued a fresh travel advisory for its citizens visiting foreign countries, including India and China, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. India has been placed under Level-4 category....
British Airways retires Boeing 747 aircraft fleet
The British Airways announced that its fleet of Boeing 747 aircraft, fondly known as "The Queen of the Skies," is likely to have flown their last scheduled commercial service and....
After designer versions, gear up for ‘Mask parottas’
Trying to make people aware of the importance of wearing masks during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Madurai's Hotel Temple City is now serving hot mask-shaped parottas to its customers. "People....
Taj Mahal, other monuments to remain closed as Agra sees spike in cases
In the view of current COVID-19 situation in Agra, historical monuments like Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Akbar Tomb, and others to remain closed until further orders as they fall in....
Tourism in Himachal Pradesh likely to begin in a week: CM Jai Ram Thakur
Himachal Pradesh has decided to open the state for tourists and the tourism department of the state government will issue standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the functioning of the tourism....
Good news for travellers! Goa finally reopens after 3 months
Goa has re-opened its doors for domestic tourists amidst the coronavirus pandemic. People from across the country can now visit the coastal state though there are several restrictions still in....
Global air passenger demand shows slight improvement in May: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has said that global air passenger demand in May measured in revenue passenger kilometres dropped 91.3 per cent as compared to the same period....
Gurugram locust attack: Delhi ATC urges pilots to be careful during landing, take-off
Delhi Air Traffic Control (ATC) on Saturday directed pilots of all airlines to take necessary precautions during landing and take-off of aircrafts in lieu of locust swarms seen near the....
IATA proposes alternative to traveller quarantines
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged governments to avoid quarantine measures when re-opening their economies. Instead, the apex body representing some 290 airlines is promoting a layered approach....
India to ease international travel restrictions for US, European airline carriers?
India is likely to allow carriers from select European countries and the United States to launch flight connectivity in and out of India on the lines of Vande Bharat Mission.....
Post Covid, we're launching new features on our travel platform Headout, says CEO Varun Khona
He was featured in the Forbes India 30 Under 30 for co-founding Headout, a digital platform that sought to give travellers unique, curated and high quality experiences. Today, Varun Khona....
IATA provides standard basis for Covid-19 testing of airline passengers
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released criteria for the use of COVID-19 testing in the travel process. Should governments choose to introduce COVID-19 testing for travellers arriving from....
Overwhelming number of Indians likely to take a holiday post Covid-19 lockdown: Thomas Cook survey
An overwhelming number of Indians are likely to take a domestic holiday towards the year-end after Covid-19 lockdown ends and authorities consider it safe to travel, according to a Thomas....
Andhra Pradesh stands at No.1 marking in Intra-state bus operations in the country with 70% of ticket sales
In a significant comeback, Andhra Pradesh has emerged as the no.1 state for bus operations in the country during unlock 1.0 announced by the Government of India. According to the....
Covid-19: People in tourism industry face trouble, shift to other businesses
The shop name reads Amax Tours and Travels yet a peek into the shop will tell a different story. 60-year-old Rakesh Narang who was in tour and travel business for....
Instagram launches 'food order' sticker, collaborates with Swiggy and Zomato to support small businesses
Instagram has announced that it would be rolling out the food order sticker in India in order to support small businesses. The new sticker will help smaller businesses which are....
Major airports scale back renovation projects amid Covid-19 restrictions on air travel
As the coronavirus pandemic stifles air travel, major airports around the world are rethinking plans to spend billions of dollars on renovation projects such as building new terminals, runways and....
Covid-19: Google Maps rolls out new features to avoid crowds when using public transit
Google on Monday introduced new features to Google Maps that aim to inform users better about how their trip may be impacted due to the coronavirus. When a user will....
Airlines expected to lose USD 84.3 billion in 2020: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its financial outlook for the global air transport industry showing that "airlines are expected to lose $84.3 billion in 2020 for a....
IRCTC Eastern Triangle Air Package: From flight charges to hotel details, here is all you need to know
IRCTC Eastern Triangle Air Package: Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation(IRCTC) has announced a new Air package for East Himalaya. Route of the package is from Delhi to Bagdogra. This....
IRCTC Bharat Darshan Special Tourist Train 2019: Bharat Darshan Tour Packages Prices, Schedule, Ticket Booking, Timings
IRCTC Bharat Darshan Special Tourist Train 2019, Bharat Darshan Train Tour Packages Prices, Schedule, Ticket Booking, Timings. The Indian Railways Tourism is running a Bharat Darshan Special Tourist Train to....
IRCTC Vaishno Devi Tour Package: Book for Mata Vaishno Devi tour at @irctctourism.com, know details here
IRCTC Vaishno Devi Tour Package: Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd has invited various booking from standard to the deluxe package for Mata Vaishno Devi tour. The tour will go....
IRCTC tour packages 2019: Indian Railways offers Mata Vaishno Devi trip at pocket-friendly prices
IRCTC tour packages 2019: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has come up with some special tour packages offering a four days package to Vaishno Devi from Ajmer in Rajasthan.....
IRCTC tour packages: Indian Railways offers low-cost trips to Rameswaram, Kodaikanal @ www.irctctourism.com
IRCTC tour packages: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has come up with some exciting and pocket-friendly tour packages, through which, Indian railway commuters can travel to popular,....
Virgin Hyperloop One to cover the distance of Mumbai-Pune in just 35 Minutes; Take a look on the details
India has finally approved the world's first Virgin Hyperloop One project, said reports. This project is going to help the passengers to reach from Pune to Mumbai in just 35....
iTV Network honours top food connoisseurs at The Sunday Guardian-NewsX Food & Beverage Awards 2019
iTV Network honours top food connoisseurs at The Sunday Guardian-NewsX Food & Beverage Awards 2019: To honour and celebrate the culinary excellence in the business of food and beverage sector,....
Kumbh Mela 2019: Air India announces new flights to Allahabad, here's all you need to know
Air India on Friday announced new flights to Prayagraj (Allahabad) from Delhi, Kolkata and Ahmedabad keeping in mind the rush which Kumbh Mela 2019 is going to bring to the....
Merry Christmas: 10 delicious mouth-watering dishes to serve on Christmas bash
Finally, the most-awaited festival of the year Christmas is here. The festival is celebrated across the world with a lot of excitement and enthusiasm on December 25. The festival is....
IRCTC Bumper Offer: Now travel entire Goa at just Rs 400 per day, more details inside
IRCTC Goa Package offer: Where are you planning to celebrate your New Year 2019? Well, let me tell you that Goa is one of the best places to do it.....
NewsX organises its first food conclave, Chitrangda Singh, royal chefs grace the occasion
NewsX on Friday organised its first ever food conclave, to celebrate the taste of India, in New Delhi. The event witnessed chefs and food lovers from different parts of the....
Starbucks drags Indian coffee shop chain 'Sardarbaksh' to court, here's what happened
An Indian coffee shop chain - SardarBuksh - on Friday finally accepted defeat in a legal lawsuit filed against it by American coffeehouse giant Starbucks and decided to change its....
Kerala is open! Luggage company ad beseeches tourists to revisit God's Own Country, watch video
Kerala suffered the wrath of nature in the past couple of months with unrelenting rain flooding majority land of the state but the testing times are over and God's own....
How Uber in India is cheating the customers
Uber is one of the biggest taxi service giants in the world. They may be known as a taxi service giant, but when it comes to addressing legal problems and....
Re-live the Ramayana! Indian Railways to launch special train, Sri Ramayana Express
In what could be perceived as an attempt to bring people a little closer to their ancient times, the Indian Railways has recently announced a launch of a new train,....
World Chocolate Day: 5 best chocolate GIFs that will make you drool!
World Chocolate is annually celebrated on Saturday, July 7, the day is sometimes referred to as International Chocolate Day. Milk, white, dark, the choices of chocolates are overwhelming. But as....
Why single malt whisky clubs are on the rise in India
These small groups gather over weekends and engage in sharing experiences and information, and indulging in tasting exquisite single malts. Welcome to these new age single malt whisky clubs that....
Celebrity chef, Anthony Bourdain, dead in apparent suicide at 61
The host of food-and-travel-focused show Parts Unknown died at 61 early Friday morning. Celebrity chef and CNN host Anthony Bourdain was found unresponsive in this hotel room in France by....
Delhi Metro's smart cards can be used in DTC and cluster service buses from July
A common mobility card provides an integrated ticketing system for different modes of public transport. for which the Transport Department has been in process to enable use of Delhi Metro....
Brazil to have world’s first sex-themed park soon
The world's first erotic, sex-themed part is about to open soon for the general public but only the adults. Situated in Brazil, the place will be called Eroticaland. The erotic....
Belgium is a prime destination for food lovers reveals this Belgian chef
He came to Chennai, India, on a mission to introduce people from India to the exquisite cuisine from India and they couldn’t get enough. Chef Vincent Tibau literally cooked up....
By 2020 Britain's Costa Coffee will recycle 500 million coffee cups
Britain's Costa Coffee has given an assurance to recycle half a billion coffee cups by the end of the year 2020, according to reports by Reuters in London. The coffee....
Move over cafes, here are 5 must-try filter kaapi places in Chennai
As you walk into Sangeetha in R A Puram in Chennai, the aroma of coffee hits your senses and wakes you up with a jolt. While there are some busy....
Want a summer adventure? Here are 5 sports to try in India!
So it's finally summer and time to chill out. If you not looking to travel abroad for a holiday, why not look at an adventurous holiday in India that will....
8 top reasons to visit Iceland
What comes to your mind when you think of Iceland? For most people, it's extremely cold weather but for the adventurous, it's the Northern Lights. Today, Iceland as a holiday....
5 things every solo woman traveller MUST do
As a woman, you may not be comfortable travelling alone. But believe me, once you take your first solo vacation, you'll be yearning for more. Not only do you have....
Travel: 10 must-do things in New Zealand
Travel: 10 must-do things in New Zealand Going to the land of the Kiwis is pretty exciting for anyone but you must have a list of places to see and....
Top 5 off-beat cities to visit in Europe this summer
As exams get over and schools and colleges shut down for the summer, the big question is where to head for a vacation. Many people are now exploring Europe during....
‘Bikini airline’ VietJet to start direct flights between India-Vietnam from mid-2018
The VietJet airlines which operate in Vietnam took the modern day air service game too far when they introduced the concept of having bikini-clad women on flights. The airline has....
Chaitra Navratri 2018: What to eat during 9-days of Navratri fast
As the Chaitra Navratri begins from March 18th, which will also be the beginning of Hindu New Year. On this auspicious occasion, 9 forms of Mother Durga are worshipped. Navratri....
Food lovers gear up for 3-day Horn Ok Please food festival in the national capital
Here comes a good news for food lovers. The three-day long exquisite food festival will start from March 9, Friday, at Jawaharlal Nehru stadium, Delhi with delicious food items with....
Coca-Cola set to launch its first ever alcoholic drink this year
After being the pet beverage for over billions of people across the globe, the soft drink giant, Coca-Cola is all set to launch is first ever alcoholic drink. Taking a....
India's first ever heli-taxi service starts in Bengaluru; passengers enjoy aerial views on maiden flight
Kochi-based Thumby Aviation Private Limited launched the first ever helicopter taxi service today on March 6. The helicopter taxi service will connect a number of locations to Kempegowda International Airport.....
Big Cheese Festival runs out of cheese; apologises to visitors
Cheese lover? We are sure you must be aware of the Big Cheese Festival which took place at Hove Lawns in East Sussex, UK. The biggest cheese market in England....
India's hidden gem: 10 reasons to pack your bags and visit Meghalaya
Meghalaya, which means abode of clouds is a very small hilly state, covered intensely with dense forest. The beautiful state is bounded to the north by Assam and by Bangladesh....
Holi 2018: 7 destinations you can explore this extended Holi weekend
With the festival of colours, Holi right around the corner, on this long festive weekend here are some amazing destinations that one can visit to create some unforgettable memories. These....
Enjoy Maha Shivratri 2018 with these bhang recipes!
Today on February 13, the nation celebrates one of the biggest Hindu festival — Maha Shivaratri. The devotees of Lord Shiva indulge in the festivities of Maha Shivratri that that....
PM in UAE: Modi not a fussy eater, cooking for him a pleasure; says chef Sanjeev Kapoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is open to experimenting with food and is not a fussy eater, said popular chef Sanjeev Kapoor who was in the UAE to cook for....
Warm winter may thaw skiing industry in Scotland, Europe: Report
The Scottish skiing industry could collapse within as little as 50 years as winters become too mild for regular snowfall, a new international report warns. Continuous decreases in snow cover....
Howrah Bridge, the gateway to Kolkata turns 75! Here are some interesting facts of the iconic structure
The British-era Howrah Bridge, that serves as a crucial gateway to the city that ferries one lakh-plus vehicles and over 1.5 lakh pedestrians daily, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. It....
Arunachal Pradesh: Dibang Valley to be highest site for tiger census 2018
Held every four years, the All India Tiger Estimation-2018, in a first, will scale the height of 3,200 meters in Arunachal Pradesh's Dibang Valley bordering China to scientifically assess the....
Dubai airport retains position as world's No. 1 for international passengers
Leaving behind world's international airports, Dubai airport has retained the top position among international airport by being the busiest for international passengers in 2017. This is the fourth consecutive time....
Travelling by air cheaper than taking an autorickshaw today: MoS Jayant Sinha
Minister of State for Civil Aviation Jayant Sinha raised eyebrows on Saturday while lauding the strides airline industry has made over the years in India. Sinha claimed that air travel....
Budget 2018: People wearing Hawai Chappal will be able to use Hawai Jahaj, says FM Arun Jaitley
As the Union Budget 2018 is being presented by the Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, the government on Wednesday announced while aspiring a major move to promote and develop the aviation....
Viral! Disgusting video shows maggots crawling inside Burger King's burger
We all love burgers, don't we? How about one from the Burger King? It’s certainly one of the hottest and most trusted brands when it comes to affordable and tasty....
Meet the Queen of Moplah cuisine — Abida Rasheed!
When she talks about food, you can see how passionate she is as she describes every aspect of the vessels and ingredients to the methods and taste. Meet Abida Rasheed....
Indians prefer foreign shores for long weekend getaways
With almost 15 long weekends lined up this year, Indian travel enthusiasts are making the most of the chance to explore international over domestic destinations, according to a research. A....
Royal Enfield Garage Cafe launched in Goa: 5 reasons why this bistro is a paradise for all Bullet fans!
The global leaders in mid-sized motorcycling segment and a true symbol which reflects motorcycling way of life as a brand, two wheeler giants Royal Enfield have finally opened their much....
Veganism is the hottest food trend in Israel
Amira, a housewife belonging to the Druze community, is busy chopping vegetables in her home in Dalyat el Carmel, a serene and quaint town in the Carmel mountains near Israel's....
India sets new record with 1 crore foreign tourists visit in 2017; earns $27 billion
Well, the Indian tourism has seen an exponential rise in the end of the year 2017. With one crore foreign tourist visited India in 2017, the country has earned around....
Top 10 things to do in the picturesque city of Prague
If you are a Bollywood fan, then you have seen Shah Rukh Khan romance Anushka Sharma in 'Jab Harry Met Sejal' as did Ranbir Kapoor with Nargis Fakhri in 'Rockstar'....
AirAsia India offers tickets to 7 cities at base fare of Rs 99; check out all the details here
Low-cost carrier AirAsia India announced on Sunday that it will be flying passengers to seven domestic routes at a mere base fare of Rs 99 from Monday. "The promotional fares....
Padmaavat ban a boon for Rajasthan Tourism!
The ban on the film Padmaavat in Rajasthan, it seems, is turning out to be a boon for tourism in the state. The Mewar region of the state -- home to....
Happy Lohri 2018: Five mouth-watering dishes to relish this Lohri
Lohri is a Punjabi folk festival, celebrated primarily by Sikhs and Hindus from the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent. Lohri is celebrated to mark the end of winter season....
Top 10 things to do in the beautiful city of Budapest
This is one of the most magical cities in Eastern Europe that has thrown open its doors to tourists. Budapest is a city that is a melange of history, culture,....
Eating prawns, crabs and shrimps is haraam: Islamic outfit issues fatwa
Jamia Nizamia, one of the oldest Islamic seminaries in India, has drawn ire of sea food loving Muslims across the country after it issued a fatwa (decree) against prawns, shrimps....
Japanese restaurant owner pays over Rs 2 crores for a 405 kg bluefin tuna fish
In India, one can easily set up a high profile restaurant for £238,000 (INR 2,0436,313.60) but a Japanese restaurant owner has paid that amount to buy a prime bluefin tuna....
How to take the best solo vacations
When I started to travel as a solo woman several years ago, people were shocked and then worried for my safety. Today, however, men and women taking solo vacations and....
Chocolate likely to get extinct by 2050; scientists working towards saving endangered cocoa plant
With warmer global temperatures and dryer weather conditions threatening the survival of the fragile cocoa plant, which could see chocolate disappear by as early as 2050, scientists are exploring the....
