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Annual Attukal Pongala festival in Thiruvananthapuram with thousands of women devotees offering sweet pudding to deity Kannaki.

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Vattavada passion fruit gives farmers and buyers a ‘sweet’ deal

Vattavada passion fruits give farmers and buyers a ‘sweet’ deal

The Hindu

Attukal Pongala goes global with devotees observing the ritual in the US and the UK

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For the Islamic United Arab Emirates, ‘tolerance’ is a state policy

UAE's first traditional stone temple in Abu Dhabi symbolizes cultural acceptance and religious tolerance, fostering interfaith harmony.

The Hindu

Where farm meets fork: A food journey in Habarana, Sri Lanka

Experience authentic Sri Lankan farm-to-fork cuisine at Cinnamon Lodge Habarana, showcasing fresh, locally grown produce in a lush setting.

The Hindu

This Kochi lit fest is run by a residents’ association

Kottakkakam Residents' Association organises unique Festival of Thought, featuring diverse topics and speakers, aiming to inspire and engage.

The Hindu

Hong Kong aims to double arrivals from India in 2024 and surpass pre Covid level

Hong Kong aims to double Indian visitors in 2024, offering visa-free travel and increased flight connectivity.

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Grand spectacle unfolds at Medaram Jatara as Sammakka arrives at Gadde

Tight security as Sammakka is ceremoniously brought to Medaram shrine, with devotees gathering for biennial event.

The Hindu

Intended messages and their interpretation

It is common for short clips of statements by public figures, often taken out of context, to go viral

The Hindu

Paetongtarn invited to Cambodia

Former Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen has invited Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra to Cambodia next month. He extended the invitation while visiting former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra at his home in Bangkok on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Medaram Jatara starts as Saralamma reaches Gadde around 9.30 pm

Experience the spiritual fervor at Mulugu's biennial Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara, Asia's biggest tribal congregation with elaborate rituals and traditions.

The Hindu

Collapse of the ecological balance and an undeclared war with nature

Human-animal conflict has intensified in Wayanad indicating a scramble for resources in the degraded ecology of the Western Ghats

The Hindu

'You Can't Imagine The Damage': Dam Threatens Historic Laos Town

A short boat ride upstream from the ancient Laotian royal capital of Luang Prabang, a massive dam is under construction that critics say threatens the riverside town's allure and heritage status.

International Business Times

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces new railway line connecting Puri and Konark

Union government approves new 32 km railway line connecting Puri and Konark for spiritual, heritage, and coastal tourism.

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Sammakka-Saralamma jatara: Medaram shrine decked up for tribal deities’ arrival

Preparations for the biennial mega jatara at Sammakka-Saralamma tribal temple in Medaram are in full swing.

International Business Times UK

British Man Dies After Falling Into A Lake While Kayaking In Thailand

It took three days for rescuers and scuba divers to find his body.

The Hindu

Wanderlust of Malayalis helps Kerala airports take huge leaps

Kerala's global presence through diaspora, education, and tourism reflected in high international passenger traffic at its four airports.

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Inland water circuit in Kottayam to be opened this week

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Centre to focus on promoting Lakshadweep, domestic islands but keen on not ‘overcrowding’

Lakshadweep tourism: Union Ministry of Tourism focuses on sustainable tourism development in Lakshadweep, avoiding overcrowding to preserve ecology and beauty.

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Over 10,000 students take part in ‘Heritage Walk’ for Constitution awareness in Dharwad

Over 10,000 students from various primary and high schools and around 500 teachers visited various heritage buildings of Dharwad including the Centre of Education Karnatak College, DIET, University Public School and others during the ‘Heritage Walk’ organised as part of the Constitution Awareness Jatha to mark the 75th anniversary of…

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Old ways survive in Bali despite mass tourism, but for how long?

Indonesian island with its unique religion and culture is preparing for Nyepi, the day when everything shuts.

The Guardian - UK

Samuel Takes a Break review – a stomach-churning tourist trip around an old slave castle

Yard theatre, LondonA Ghanaian tour guide struggles to maintain his composure in the face of historical ignorance and requests for selfies, in Rhianna Ilube’s poignant critique of colonialism and tourism

The Hindu

Mandi and other Arabian foods top Kerala’s taste preferences

The Biryani vs Mandi debate in Kerala is fueled by the rise of mandi as a popular and lighter alternative to biryani, with exclusive restaurants and meme wars dedicated to its supremacy.

International Business Times UK

Travel Warning: Before Entering Bali, Travellers Must Be Aware Of New Fees

Bali is one of the most famous tourist hotspots across Asia.

Al Jazeera

Thailand sees Chinese tourism soar as visa requirement dropped

Less bureaucracy and more flights are luring Chinese visitors back to Thailand in a boost to the tourism industry.

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