Uttarakhand

7 hill-top temples in India you must add to your travel bucket list in 2026

Looking for the most beautiful hill temples in India? These seven revered shrines, spread across India, sit atop mountains that attract both pilgrims and travellers. From Uttarakhand to Tamil Nadu, each of these destinations offer a unique blend of faith, history and natural beauty

Spiked prasad, forced marriages: How IITian-turned-baba drugged and raped engineering graduates

A 29-year-old IIT graduate identified as Abhishek Mishra of Odisha has been arrested for posing as a spiritual guru and sexually exploiting women. The accused operated under the religious alias ‘Adikarta Narayan Das’. He lured young women with the promise of marriage, spiritual guidance and better career prospects

Top 5 natural infinity pools in India you can actually visit

If crowded tourist destinations are not your idea of a summer holiday, these natural infinity pools offer a peaceful and more refreshing alternative. From the blue waters of Meghalaya to the forested waterfalls of Maharashtra and Gujarat, these destinations combine natural beauty with a chance to cool off during the hottest months of the year

Assam tables UCC bill after Uttarakhand and Gujarat: What changes for live-in couples?

A Uniform Civil Code bill has been introduced in Assam. It mandates 21 years as the minimum age of marriage for men and 18 years for women, bans polygamy and calls for live-in relationships to be registered. The bill says this will help protect the rights of both partners, as well as children born of such unions

Elephant gives birth to twin calves in Jim Corbett: Here's why it is a rare wildlife event

A rare sighting inside Jim Corbett National Park has stunned wildlife experts after a wild elephant gave birth to healthy twin calves. With elephant twins occurring in just one percent of births worldwide, conservationists say the extraordinary event highlights the strength of Uttarakhand’s protected forests and the success of long-term habitat conservation efforts

PM Modi urges Indians to avoid foreign travel: These Indian destinations bring the world closer home

Amid rising global uncertainty and the Prime Minister’s call to prioritise domestic tourism over leisure trips abroad, Indian travellers are rediscovering destinations closer home. From hill stations resembling Switzerland to islands comparable to the Maldives and Thailand, these Indian getaways offer international-style experiences without the cost or hassle of overseas travel

5 historic bridges in India built centuries ago that still stand strong

From ancient stone marvels to medieval engineering feats, these historic bridges in India have withstood centuries of floods, wars and time itself. Standing tall as living testaments to architectural brilliance, cultural legacy, and enduring craftsmanship that continue to inspire awe in modern India.

Holiday destinations that can help you escape the heatwave this summer

Beat the brutal summer heat with cool escapes across India. From misty hill stations and breezy coastal towns to serene mountain retreats, these refreshing destinations offer the perfect break when temperatures soar.

Budget 2026 brings fresh focus to India’s mountain trails

Budget 2026 aims to develop a network of trekking, wildlife and coastal trails across some of the country’s most ecologically rich landscapes. Thus, positioning India as a global destination for low-impact, nature-based travel.

5 abandoned Indian villages with chilling stories: To visit or not to visit?

From Mayong in Assam to Kuldhara in Jaisalmer, these mysterious villages in India have some of the most chilling stories. For those drawn to the unexplained, they offer a glimpse into India’s darker, lesser-known past.