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DOT eyes Indian market to counter drop in Chinese tourist arrivals
MANILA, Philippines—Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said on Thursday that the Department of Tourism (DOT) is exploring new markets like India to boost tourist arrivals, as the number of visitors from China continues to decline. During a press...

Southern India's Most Calm And Relaxed Getaway Destinations To Explore This Monsoon
Last Updated:July 31, 2025, 13:11 IST From heritage homestays to rainforest retreats, these destinations pair serenity with slow, peaceful living. Southern India offers lush hideaways where time stretches and nature takes the leadIf you’re craving...

Latest News | Education Minister Ashish Sood Backs Jobs, Skills for Delhi Govt School Students
New Delhi, Jul 31 (PTI) Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday visited a job fair at a government school and said it was a reflection of the growing importance of vocational education. Calling the event more than just a placement...

Monsoon Moods In Delhi: Sip, Savour, And Celebrate At These Unmissable Events
Last Updated:July 31, 2025, 13:39 IST This monsoon, discover Delhi’s top lifestyle events from tequila fests and book-inspired lunches to beer weekends and contemporary sculpture showcases. This monsoon, Delhi’s cultural calendar has something for...

Philippines, India Set to Deepen Economic and Bilateral Ties as President Marcos Visits India
MANILA, July 31: Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. will embark on a five-day state visit to India from August 4 to 8, at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Malacañang announced. The President’s trip will...

Latest News | 100 Schools Under Delhi Govt to Start Students' Clubs for 2025-26 Academic Session
New Delhi, Jul 31 (PTI) The Delhi government has decided to initiate students' clubs in 100 schools under it, during the academic session of 2025-26, focusing on language and co-curricular development, a circular by the Directorate of Education...

Latest News | Laxmi India Finance IPO Subscribed 1.85 Times
New Delhi, Jul 31 (PTI) The initial public offering of NBFC player Laxmi India Finance Ltd got subscribed 1.85 times on the closing day of the share sale on Thursday. The initial share sale received bids for 2,09,59,744 shares against 1,13,12,816...

DOT targets Indian tourists to offset decline in Chinese arrivals
MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Tourism (DOT) is looking into new markets, such as India, in order to increase the country’s tourist arrivals amid decreasing visitors from China, tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said on Thursday. During a...

Sports News | England Win Toss for Fifth Consecutive Time, Opt to Bowl Against India in Final Test, Bumrah Misses out
London [UK], July 31 (ANI): England stand-in captain Ollie Pope won the toss and elected to bowl in the final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against India at The Oval on Thursday. The toss was initially delayed due to a slight drizzle, and...

Satellite launched by India, NASA will track changes to Earth’s land, ice
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) -- NASA and India paired up to launch an Earth-mapping satellite on Wednesday capable of tracking even the slightest shifts in land and ice. The $1.3-billion mission will help forecasters and first responders stay one...

At the Oval: England make early double strike in India series decider
England took two early wickets in the fifth and deciding Test against India at the Oval on Thursday, with the tourists 72-2 when a downpour led to an early lunch on the opening day. Sai Sudharsan (25 not out) and prolific captain Shubman Gill (15...

British couple stunned by ‘futuristic’ changing room in South Goa, viral video wins hearts: ‘Nice to see this side of India’
A British vlogger couple was recently stunned after they experienced a cutting-edge changing room at a store in Goa. The video they made on it has caught the Internet’s attention. Liam and Dani Cross, who run the popular YouTube channel Travel...

Hydroponic ganja craze grips Hyderabad as India-Thai cartel links deepen
Hydroponic ganja is fast emerging as a new high among Hyderabad’s drug users, prompting Indian cartels to place bulk orders from Thailand, where cultivation was decriminalised in 2022. Women are being increasingly used as couriers to smuggle the...

Cricket-England win toss and opt to bowl in fifth test v India
LONDON (Reuters) -England won the toss and chose to bowl in the final test of the five-match series against India at The Oval on Thursday, with the tourists needing a victory to level a hard-fought series. England are without captain Ben Stokes...
Ancient Piprahwa gems linked to Lord Buddha return to India after 127 years
The Piprahwa Gems, of Lord Buddha, made its way back to India on Wednesday, after 127 years following an auction that was planned for earlier this year. India's Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat prays after he received...

Eduquity: Why The Government Is Allowing The Persistent Presence Of A Blacklisted Company In India’s Examination System?
In India, there are plenty of youngsters competing for a limited number of government posts, and therefore, the integrity of the exam process is absolutely paramount. These exams are seen as the passport to a secure future and involve dreams,...

India News | Gujarat CM Reviews 32 High-priority Projects Worth Rs 1.74 Lakh Crore Across 7 State Departments
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 31 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel reviewed the progress of 32 projects worth Rs 1.74 lakh crore across seven departments of the state government during the third session of the review meeting for...

Navi Mumbai News: Raigad Police Bust Digital Arrest Racket Spanning 6 Countries, 11 Arrested
Navi Mumbai: Investigations into a complaint of a 'digital arrest' scam in Raigad has now been found to be linked with an international cybercrime syndicate operating across India, Nepal, Pakistan, Canada, China, and Bangladesh. Acting on a...

ENG vs IND: Shubman Gill Loses Toss Again, India’s Losing Streak Hits 15 in International Matches
Team India's last successful coin toss came in January against England itself in T20 format during January in Rajkot. Shubman Gill, who lost the toss for the fifth successive time, said he preferred winning the game than tosses. COIN TOSS...

Mahindra Group CEO confident India and US tariff will resolve tariff concerns
Anish Shah, Group CEO and Managing Director of Mahindra Group, is confident that India and the United States will resolve their ongoing tariff-related concerns through continued dialogue. Citing the balanced approach of the Indian government and...