Four villages in Uttarakhand, India, have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to rural tourism, earning the prestigious ‘Best Tourism Village’ Award. These villages, representing diverse aspects of Uttarakhand’s tourism potential, will be honored during a special ceremony on September 27th, coinciding with International Tourism Day.
A six-foot-long snake was spotted slithering across the platform at Rishikesh’s Yognagari railway station, causing chaos and fear among passengers. The incident, captured on video, highlights the potential dangers of wildlife encounters in urban areas. Authorities quickly responded, capturing and releasing the snake back into its natural habitat.
Popular YouTuber Benjamin Rich, known as Bald and Bakrupt, faced backlash after calling India the ‘most frustrating place to travel’ in his latest vlog. Rich’s video highlights negative aspects of India, including traffic, pollution, and infrastructure, leading to criticism from viewers who accused him of showcasing only the worst aspects of the country.
Rajasthan’s Deputy Chief Minister, Diya Kumari, has announced a new tourism policy aimed at attracting domestic and international visitors by promoting wedding tourism, eco-tourism, and wildlife tourism. The policy is set to enhance facilities and services, making Rajasthan a leading destination for diverse traveler needs.
A techie has spoken out about the alleged toxic work culture at Ernst & Young (EY) following the death of an employee, Anna Sebastian Perayil, due to alleged work pressure. He shared his wife’s experience at the firm and criticized the long working hours imposed on Indian employees, urging the government to intervene and protect workers.
Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone in his illustrious career, becoming the second Indian batter to score 12,000 international runs at home during the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. He now joins the legendary Sachin Tendulkar in this elite list, solidifying his position as one of India’s greatest batsmen.
A recent survey by Cfore has ranked India’s top schools across 16 categories, revealing the best institutions in the country. The survey, conducted across 92 cities, aimed to identify quality benchmarks and share best practices among educational institutions. Noida’s Step by Step emerged as the top co-ed day school, while Mumbai’s Campion School and The JB Petit High School for Girls secured top spots in the boys’ and girls’ day school categories respectively. The survey provides a comprehensive overview of the best schools in India based on various parameters, offering valuable insights for parents and students.
Jasprit Bumrah achieved a significant milestone in his career, becoming the sixth Indian fast bowler to reach 400 international wickets during the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. He achieved the milestone with three wickets in the second session of play, joining an exclusive club of Indian pace greats.
India has formally requested a review of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, citing changes in demographics, environment, and energy needs. Pakistan has urged India to respect the treaty’s provisions and utilize the existing dispute resolution mechanisms. The review request stems from long-standing disagreements over hydroelectric projects and India’s dissatisfaction with the World Bank’s handling of dispute resolution.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a second charge sheet against six individuals in connection with the NEET UG 2024 question paper theft case. The charge sheet alleges that the principal and vice-principal of Oasis School conspired with others to steal the exam paper. This follows the first charge sheet filed against 13 accused on August 1st.
