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Cross-border travel is dropping sharply, as per surveys, which is impacting tourism revenue and triggering ad campaign adjustments.

Hailey Bieber may be planning a significant life change. Amidst ongoing scrutiny and breakup rumors, the famous couple is considering leaving the US. Justin and Hailey Bieber might be moving to an upscale, extremely secure location, following Clooney's example. They are inspired by George and Amal Clooney's escape to Italy. They are considering leaving the United States for a quieter life away from the chaos.

US economy. The outlook is bumpier than anticipated, with lower growth rates, greater inflationary pressures, and more complicated international economic and financial interactions.

Sukhvinder Sukhu outlined a number of important initiatives aimed at strengthening the state’s agricultural sector, promoting tourism, and managing its financial challenges. One of the major announcements in the budget was a price increase for cow and buffalo milk, aimed at benefiting dairy farmers in the state. The price of cow milk will rise from Rs 45 to Rs 51 per litre, while buffalo milk will increase from Rs 55 to Rs 61 per litre.

Anand Mahindra highlighted the growing frustration over India's popular beach destinations becoming overcrowded with tourists. However, the Mahindra group chairman, emphasized that India offers plenty of unexplored coastal gems, making it easy to discover new and serene beach spots. Instead of sticking to the usual tourist hotspots, Anand Mahindra encouraged travelers to expand their horizons and explore lesser-known destinations. With India’s vast coastline, there’s no shortage of beautiful beaches waiting to be added to travel bucket lists, he said. His perspective, drawing from stock market analogy, not only promotes tourism diversification but also offers a refreshing alternative for those seeking peaceful and pristine seaside escapes away from the crowds. «But the beauty of India is that there is no lack of opportunity to ‘diversify the portfolio’ of beach destinations on your bucket list,» Anand Mahindra said in a post on X.

Amit Shah has said that there will be no mercy for drug cartels. Congratulating the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for seizure of a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore and arresting 4 members of the international drug cartel, Union Home Minister said in an X post that drug haul is a testament to the stellar performance of the bottom-to-top and top-to-bottom approach to investigation. In his post Shah said, “No mercy for drug cartels. Accelerating the Modi govt's march to build a drug-free Bharat, a massive consignment of methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 88 crore is seized, and 4 members of the international drug cartel are arrested in Imphal and Guwahati zones. The drug haul is a testament to the stellar performance of the bottom-to-top and top-to-bottom approach to investigation.

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Sunday began a five-day visit to India with a focus on deepening the bilateral trade and economic ties. On Monday, Luxon will hold wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and will attend the inaugural session of the Raisina Dialogue as the chief guest. Days ahead of the trip, the New Zealand prime minister said he will push for a comprehensive economic partnership with India and explore ways to strengthen bilateral security ties. Luxon is visiting India from March 16 to 20 in his first trip to the country as the prime minister. He is accompanied by one of the largest delegations a New Zealand prime minister has ever travelled with. The visiting leader was received at the Delhi airport by Union Minister SP Singh Baghel. «What I'm looking for is just a much more comprehensive economic partnership and how we'd move that forward, Luxon said last week, adding, „I am determined that we are going to change the trading relationships with India big time.“

The Reddit post quickly gained traction, with users overwhelmingly criticizing the couple’s decision. «Yikes! That’s super tacky. Welcome dinners should be paid for by the hosts. This is not common,» wrote one user. Another added, «It’s not normal to charge guests for ANY part of a wedding, destination or not. This is weird.»

They are emblematic of a new generation of travellers stepping out of the cosy confines of their homes to experience festivals of all hues and colours — seeking immersion, adventure and a deeper connection with cultural traditions. Indians are increasingly planning trips around festivals, both within the country and abroad, said travel industry executives.

“With the solar maximum creating the most vibrant Northern Lights displays in decades, what is noteworthy is the clear expansion beyond traditional Scandinavian favourites to Murmansk in Russian Lapland, where travellers can now pair their aurora sightings with immersive Arctic experiences, from icebreaker expeditions to luxe stays in glass-domed igloos,” said Rajeev Kale, president and country head, for holidays, MICE and visa, Thomas Cook (India). He said another celestial wonder seeing an uptick in bookings is the White Nights phenomenon, where nearly 24 hours of daylight transforms cities like St Petersburg into vibrant cultural hubs with midnight festivals and illuminated river cruises.

Tejasvi Surya, who was attending Parliament just a day or two after getting married. Union Minister SPS Baghel, a former police officer, humourously remarked that his boss used to say that grooms should be punished if they didn't take their wives to see the Taj Mahal or a beautiful destination, and instead chose to attend Parliament.

cocoa and coffee futures is leaving traders so cash-strapped that many no longer have enough money to ship the two commodities around the world. Rising prices forced traders to deposit large sums of money with the New York exchange to back their futures positions. With so much cash locked up, it’s become much harder to finance cargoes to move beans from where they are produced to where they are consumed. To make matters worse, a rising market has prompted some farmers that sold at lower prices to default, leaving traders without the supply they need. Chocolate maker Hershey Co. argues there’s a “significant disconnect” between prices in the physical and the futures market, and that a lack of liquidity is allowing for unprecedented volatility.

Infosys director Mohandas Pai shared an image sarcastically promoting a «4-day, 3-night Bangalore Tourism» experience, featuring the city’s worst traffic hotspots—Outer Ring Road, Silk Board Junction, Marathahalli, and HSR Layout—as key destinations. Frustrated by the ongoing congestion, Pai called it “a sad joke on Bengaluru,” adding that while residents may laugh at their misery, the government remains indifferent. Sharing a text reading, “Bangalore Tourism is organising a 4 day 3 nights trip to the following four destinations — Outer Ring Road, Silkboard Junction, Marathalli & HSR layout. Its called 'Chaar Jam Yatra'”, he called it a “sad joke on Bengaluru”. He further mentioned about having a sense of humour about the suffering and “an uncaring government.”

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Want to celebrate Holi in Varanasi or spend Eid unwinding in the Maldives? Be ready to pay up. With Holi falling on 14 March (Friday) and Eid expected on 31 March (Monday), travellers are seizing the back-to-back long weekends, sending hotel rates soaring.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Saudi Arabia's upcoming second national airline, Riyadh Air, is expected to start operations in India in 2026. According to Tony Douglas, chief executive officer (CEO) of Riyadh Air, the airline is open to partnering with Indian airlines like Air India and IndiGo and Indian information technology (IT) companies for its digital infrastructure.

Southwest Airlines recently announced that it will start charging customers a fee for checked bags and has ended its decades-old free policy, which its executive earlier described as a major differentiator from the budget carrier's rivals. According to Reuters, Tuesday's decision by the airline comes as its lackluster earnings fueled pressure to revamp the business model. Marking a departure from his passenger-friendly policies, this comes after it announced plans to end open seating last year.

Panama Canal but has not offered specifics about how he would do so. Here is an explanation of the history and laws governing the critical waterway. Why is the Panama Canal important? The Panama Canal, located at the narrowest part of the isthmus between North and South America, is one of the most strategically important waterways in the world. Last year, the canal logged 11,240 crossings totaling more than 235.5 million tons of cargo. Over two-thirds of all cargo passing through the canal today originates from, or is destined for, the U.S. If the Panama Canal were blocked or unavailable, ships would need to make the long voyage around the southern tip of South America to cross between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

In 2025 too, Europe is poised to remain a top destination, with transatlantic travel expected to become even more accessible, attracting even more travelers. For those planning a trip to Europe this year, there are several important changes in travel regulations and trends you should be aware of to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, as per a Forbes report. ALSO READ: Why was my Schengen visa rejected?

recession this year and a risk of lasting damage to the country's standing as an investment destination if the administration undermines trust in U.S. governance, according to J.P. Morgan's chief economist. «Where we stand now is with a heightened concern about the U.S. economy,» Bruce Kasman, the U.S. investment bank's chief global economist, told reporters in Singapore on Wednesday. He said he has not yet revised any forecasts, but put a roughly 40% recession risk into the outlook — up from about a 30% chance he had reckoned on at the start of the year. J.P. Morgan's current forecast is for 2% U.S. GDP growth this year. U.S. stocks have suffered their sharpest selloff in months over recent days as investors have grown nervous that President Donald Trump will slow the economy with import duties. Ninety-five percent of economists polled by Reuters last week across Canada, Mexico and the U.S. said recession risks in their economies had increased as a result of Trump's tariffs.

macroeconomic stability, highlighting the country’s policy certainty and structural improvements over the past three decades. At the same time, he sees significant potential in Vietnam’s rapidly evolving economy, making it a compelling investment destination for long-term growth.