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06.01 / 02:58

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the semi-high-speed train from Ayodhya Dham railway station on December 30. The train is set to operate six days a week, excluding Fridays, with scheduled stops at Jalandhar Cantt, Ludhiana, Ambala, and Sahnewal stations. The Vande Bharat Express with train number 22488, travelling from Amritsar to Old Delhi, is scheduled to depart from Amritsar at 9:30 am and is expected to arrive in Delhi at 1:50 pm.

06.01 / 01:31

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Aditya-L1 satellite, India's first space-based solar observatory, is scheduled to reach its designated orbit at 4 pm on January 6th. Earlier, ISRO Chairman S Somanath told ANI “Aditya-L1 is going to reach its L1 point on January 6 and we are going to do the final manoeuvre to keep it there." Meanwhile, the satellite, launched from Sriharikota on September 2, is expected to stay in this strategic location for the next five years.

06.01 / 00:44

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solar observatory Aditya L1, which is scheduled to reach its final destination at 4 pm on Saturday told ET, she is confident of the spacecraft’s successful insertion in a halo orbit around the Sun-Earth Lagrangian Point L1. “For the entire global community of heliophysicists, this observatory will be a good source of data. A lot of research can be undertaken, and solar activities can be better understood,” she said.

05.01 / 13:34

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ISRO chief S Somanath on Friday said the PSLV XPoSat launched on January 1 is doing «very well». Somanath was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the convocation of the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) here. He was conferred Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) by the JNTU during the convocation.

05.01 / 04:39

FIVE SUN Research information Updates Destinations Aditya-L1 mission: India's solar mission to meet insertion point on January 6, says ISRO. All you need to know

Aditya-L1 satellite, India's inaugural space-based solar observatory, is set to arrive at its designated orbit, as informed by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) that the satellite is scheduled to reach its destination orbit on January 6 at 4 pm. Earlier, ISRO Chairman S Somanath told ANI “Aditya-L1 is going to reach its L1 point on January 6 and we are going to do the final manoeuvre to keep it there." Aditya-L1 is anticipated to remain for the next five years. Situated at a distance of 1.5 million km from Earth, the Aditya-L1 satellite, launched from Sriharikota on September 2, will execute a crucial manoeuvre upon reaching L1.

29.12 / 04:22

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Snowfall predicted in these areas around New Year 2024 Hoteliers are upbeat due to the rain and snow forecast as New Year's Eve has fallen on a weekend and snowfall would further boost the tourist arrival at places such as Shimla, Manali, Gulmarg, and Auli among others. Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttarakhand may witness a wet spell in the mid and higher hills around New Year as the meteorological department has forecast light rainfall at isolated places in the mid hills and light rainfall or snow in the higher hills from December 30 to January 1.

25.12 / 06:23

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Manali, Solang, and Atal Tunnel up to Sissu in Lahaul-Spiti, seeking a White Christmas after a recent snowfall in the region. The influx of vehicles created bottlenecks, particularly in popular areas like Solang, where a 4 to 5-km traffic jam ensued due to the sheer volume of visitors. From Saturday until 10:30 am on Sunday, a staggering 12,701 vehicles passed through Atal Tunnel Rohtang.

23.12 / 02:36

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Santa Claus may not ride his sleigh down to visit you as you watch the snow fall, but you will undoubtedly receive a surreal experience as his gift. There are plenty of high-altitude hill stations in India that transform into enchanted snowscapes during the winter. So, where in India are the greatest spots to enjoy a white Christmas? These six choices are as follows: 1) Auli, Uttarakhand: With views of the Nanda Devi and Nar Parvat, this Himalayan paradise in Uttarakhand is peppered with oak and coniferous trees.

28.11 / 20:03

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Thomas Cook India and its subsidiary SOTC are seeing at least 20% growth in bookings for October-December 2023, from a year ago for these destinations, with their customers favouring either no-visa destinations or those offering easy terms or those granting visas on arrival. Thailand is already seeing 30% growth for the upcoming holiday season over November 2022 and January 2023. It waived visa requirements for Indians, allowing 30 days stay from 10 November to 10 May.

15.11 / 09:01

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Japan, one of the last countries to re-open its borders, became the fastest-growing destination for Millennial and Gen-Z travelers in 2023, according to data from American Express. Bookings were up more than 1,300% compared with the “normal” pre-pandemic year of 2019, the company said. The data comes alongside American Express’ annual trending destination list released Tuesday, which suggests places to go for 2024 based on card members’ bookings and Amex Travel consultants’ recommendations.

30.10 / 10:15

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Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation is going the extra mile to connect with the people and explore sources of added revenue. Officials of UPMRC claimed that the «celebration on wheels» idea has received a very good response from riders of both Lucknow Metro and Kanpur Metro. The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation received an 'Award of Excellence in Public Transport' in the 'Metro Rail with Best Passenger Services and Satisfaction' category for Lucknow Metro on the concluding day of the Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference 2023 in New Delhi on Sunday.

22.09 / 11:45

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06.09 / 14:21

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Ashok Leyland Executive Chairman Dheeraj Hinduja said on Wednesday. The Hinduja Group flagship Ashok Leyland is the second largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in the country.

06.09 / 06:05

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Singapore has emerged as the most preferred destination for crypto millionaires seeking secure and tax-friendly havens to protect their digital assets, according to the recently released Crypto Adoption Index by Henley & Partners.

01.09 / 04:07

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G20 Summit weekend: The national capital is gearing to prepare for the upcoming G20 Summit which will be held from 8-10 September. From traffic restrictions, schools closed to shops, commercial and business establishment closed, people in Delhi are looking for nearby short getaways.

17.08 / 13:13

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covid-19 pandemic and the induced lockdown, outbound tourism from China was a valuable international commodity. Statistics from the World Tourism Organization suggest Chinese travellers spent $255 billion in 2019, accounting for 20 per cent of all international tourism spending.

10.08 / 06:57

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long Independence weekend is here: August 12 (Saturday), August 13 (Sunday), August 15 Independence Day (Tuesday), and August 16: Parsi New Year (Restricted Holiday) (Wednesday). You just need to take an off from your work on August 14, Monday, to explore different tourist places.

08.08 / 09:21

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1. Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, Matheran in Maharashtra: Maharashtra in the monsoon season is filled with greenery, waterfalls. Right from forts, hills, beaches to forest, the state has a vast varierty to offer.

28.07 / 10:24

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Delhi/NCR, a bustling region known for its rich history and diverse culture, is also a food lover’s paradise. The culinary landscape here is a delightful amalgamation of traditional Indian flavors and international cuisines. If you’re planning to dine out this weekend, we’ve curated a list of seven must-visit restaurants in Delhi NCR, featuring the iconic Punjab Grill, along with Getafix, Bonne Foi 65, and Cafe Delhi Heights, where you can indulge in an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

15.07 / 18:07

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When the son of a consumer firm’s promoter recently decided to relocate from Mumbai to Dubai, he was not looking for new real estate pastures. He wanted, instead, to take care of his crossborder family office.

13.07 / 22:27

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Booking.com reported that 73% of people are more optimistic about travel than they were in 2022. As per the report, 2023 is also likely to see a shift in why people want to get away and the different types of vacations individuals are taking.

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