Security agencies have killed three out of 10 suspected Pakistani terrorists who had entered India via Gujarat to carry out terror attacks during Maha Shivaratri festivities, a report said on Tuesday. Officials tracked down all the 10 suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists. While three terrorists have been neutralised, a massive search operation is on to hunt down the rest, as per CNN IBN. Important monuments and pilgrimage centers […]

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, a pilgrimage like no other. A spiritual quest, this eagerly awaited journey starts for the year 2016 from April 27 and will be on till September 17. The yatra can be done via overland buses (23-25 days journey). Application process Any Indian citizen aged between 18 to 70 years and holding a valid Indian passport can apply for the yatra at kmy.gov.in. A computerised […]

Kailash – the abode of Lord Shiva and Ma Parvati in the majestic Himalayas – has been the centre of fascination for pilgrims for thousands of years. Considered holy by Hindus, Buddhists and Jains alike, it is considered the spiritual centre of Earth by many. There are enthralling stories associated with it – some Saints believe that 500 souls reside on this mountain and only when any one soul wishes […]

Karnataka – best known for its sandalwood is a beautiful state located in the southern part of peninsula India. The state is home to a number of spectacular architectural geniuses, monuments and heritage sites that leave an inedible impact on the minds of those who love history. Abundantly blessed by nature, Karnataka is a perfect travel destination for people who want to get away from maddening urban setup. Here’s a […]

The Republic of Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean and lies south-west of India. Maldives is best for tourism and has beautiful beaches to offer to its visitors. A number of people from across the world visit this island country to explore the beauty of coral reefs. Maldives is a honeymooners’ paradise! And if you are planning to get married, then do visit the Maldives to make your […]

“All they know is that you’re trying to get to the city of gold, and that’s enough. Come on board, they say. We’ll adjust.” – Suketu Mehta Among the many beautiful things written and said about Mumbai, these words beautifully illustrate the ability of the city to be by your side – when you need it the most. It’s the city that never sleeps, they say. But what really happens […]

Donald Trump, look away now — devotees are flocking to a temple in southern India where a Hindu god is said to help grant U.S. and other visas. About 500 years old, the Chilkur Balaji temple near Hyderabad was built as a shrine to Lord Balaji, a form of the Hindu god Vishnu. Typically, worshippers perform a wish-making ceremony that includes making 11 laps around the inner temple. Sometimes they […]

Justin Trudeau will become the first Canadian Prime Minister ever to take part in a pride parade organised by the LGBT community in Toronto. “This year’s Parade will make Canadian history, with Justin Trudeau participating as the first ever sitting Prime Minister to march,” Pride Toronto said in a statement on Monday. Trudeau, responding to Pride Toronto’s announcement on social media, tweeted saying “Very much look forward to being there […]

The Canadian government is launching an investigation into the reports of missing indigenous women, which have grown in number through the last decade. Studies of the missing aboriginal women reveal that between 1980 and 2012 around 1,200 went missing, but that number is extremely low claim two government ministers. Because that represents about a quarter of what is believed to be the real number of missing, two Canadian ministers are […]

Gujarat situated on the west coast of India is a healthy blend of tradition and modernity. The state which has been abundantly blessed by nature boasts of a number of architectural ancient Indian marvels which are now among the world heritage sites. Gujarat is also home to the majestic Asiatic lions and other wild lives. The Gujarati cuisine, tradition, folk, attire and dialects have a distinct appeal. Here’s a video […]