Snowfall Returns to Bare Himalayas: Tourism Boom Brings Joy, Chaos, and Economic Lifeline
TRAVEL Snowfall Returns to Bare Himalayas: Tourism Boom Brings Joy, Chaos, and Economic Lifeline Newsyaar February 21, 2026 10:08 pm New Delhi – After months of barren peaks and a crippling “snow drought,” fresh western disturbances have blanketed Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir with snow, igniting jubilation among tourists and local […]
Halda Festival: A Traditional Himalayan Celebration of Community, Culture and New Beginnings
EVENTS Halda Festival: A Traditional Himalayan Celebration of Community, Culture and New Beginnings Newsyaar February 10, 2026 10:15 am The Halda Festival is an ancient cultural festival observed in the Lahaul-Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, celebrated each year in January to mark the New Year, strengthen community bonds and seek blessings for prosperity, […]
Wings India 2026: Celebrating Aviation Excellence and Cultural Unity in the Skies
EVENTS Wings India 2026: Celebrating Aviation Excellence and Cultural Unity in the Skies Newsyaar February 5, 2026 6:31 pm Gujarat wins top aviation award as Air India Express showcases India’s rich heritage through music and art Hyderabad: The Wings India 2026 aviation expo, held at Begumpet Airport from January 28-31, has emerged […]
Maru Mahotsav 2026: Know Jaisalmer’s Rich Legacy & Culture
TRAVEL Maru Mahotsav 2026: Know Jaisalmer’s Rich Legacy & Culture Newsyaar February 5, 2026 6:19 pm Three-day festival draws thousands of domestic and international tourists to experience Rajasthan’s vibrant traditions Jaisalmer: The Maru Mahotsav 2026, also known as Desert Festival, currently underway at Jaisalmer’s Shaheed Poonam Singh Stadium, has transformed the Golden […]
National Tourism Day 2026: Celebrating India’s Cultural Heritage, Economic Growth and Youth Engagement
EVENTS National Tourism Day 2026: Celebrating India’s Cultural Heritage, Economic Growth and Youth Engagement Newsyaar February 2, 2026 1:33 pm National Tourism Day is observed annually on January 25 in India to recognise the vital role tourism plays in the nation’s socio-economic development, cultural exchange and heritage conservation. In 2026, the country marked […]
Indian Passport Climbs the Ladder in 2026, but Global Travel Reality Remains Mixed
TRAVEL Indian Passport Climbs the Ladder in 2026, but Global Travel Reality Remains Mixed Newsyaar January 23, 2026 7:07 pm Indian passport holders have a reason to feel cautiously optimistic in 2026. According to the latest Henley Passport Index, India’s passport has registered an improvement in global rankings, signalling a gradual rise in […]
Bagurumba Dwhou 2026 in Guwahati: A Historic Celebration of Bodo Culture
EVENT Bagurumba Dwhou 2026 in Guwahati: A Historic Celebration of Bodo Culture Newsyaar January 22, 2026 4:50 pm Guwahati played host to one of the most significant cultural events in recent memory on January 17, 2026, when the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026 programme brought together more than 10,000 artistes from across Assam to perform […]
Germany Visa-Free Transit for Indians: What It Means and How It Works
TRAVEL Germany Visa-Free Transit for Indians: What It Means and How It Works Newsyaar January 18, 2026 11:46 am Germany has introduced a new visa-free transit facility for Indian passport holders that is set to simplify international travel for many flyers. Announced during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s official visit to India in January […]
Bharat Taxi Launched: Government-Backed Cooperative Cab Platform Aims to Disrupt Ride-Hailing Market
GOVERNMENT Bharat Taxi Launched: Government-Backed Cooperative Cab Platform Aims to Disrupt Ride-Hailing Market Newsyaar January 18, 2026 10:55 am The Government of India has extended institutional support to Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-owned digital mobility platform that seeks to offer an alternative to private ride-hailing aggregators by placing drivers at the centre of ownership […]
India Greenlights 3 New Airlines: Transforming Domestic Aviation
BUSINESS India Greenlights 3 New Airlines: Transforming Domestic Aviation India’s aviation landscape is up for a major shake-up with the Ministry of Civil Aviation granting no-objection certificates (NOCs) to three new domestic carriers, Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress, signaling steps toward increased competition, enhanced regional connectivity, and more affordable travel options […]