Chennai, the fourth-largest metropolitan city in the country is a good example of how a place can converge tradition and modernity amicably.
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday enjoyed a boat ride with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Ganga with a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of the temple city.
The earthquake has threatened the existence of one of the seven UNESCO-listed world heritage sites of Kathmandu.
The future of travel is increasingly shifting to focus on experiences that positively impact one's overall wellness.
The pieces will be made in China using the world'sbiggest 3D printer and then assembled in place in TrafalgarSquare in London and Times Square in New York.
These classic cars adorn Jaipur roads at the 15th Vintage & Classic Car Rally. The car on display included 1935 Buick Series, 1935 Auburn 651 Boat Tail Speedster, 1948 Pontiac, 1937 Morris 8 and 1951 Rolls Royce.
Indian American Nina Davuluri has been crowned Miss America.
Anita Rao-Kashi brings back fond memories from the Croatian capital.
Now that Bangalore has the 'Namma Metro', will Mysore too play host to a mass rapid transit system?
'And they are going to be milder because we are dealing with the vaccinated and are much richer in terms of the immune response in the population.'
Johnson, 56, a known cycling enthusiast, was seen riding on a Hero Viking Pro bike to Canalside Heritage Centre at Beeston in Nottingham, central England, on Tuesday when he unveiled plans for thousands of miles of new protected bike lanes, cycle training for everyone and bikes available on prescription as part of a new fitness strategy.
Have we been allowed to forget Partition? Isn't Partition the reason many Hindus cannot bring themselves to trust Muslims? So many Muslims born after 1947 have told me with anguish: "How long will we be blamed for Partition?" notes Jyoti Punwani.
Today, the two countries, ruthlessly divided by the Radcliffe line that pierced their very heart, grapple with the political challenges of the present. Yet, when friendships develop there are no borders, observes Payal Singh Mohanka.
We're inviting you to share pictures from your life -- your city, your street corner, your favourite hangout with us.
Iraqi PM said the destruction of the sites was 'an official declaration of defeat' from the jihadists.
'The idea is to have a place where people can come together and bridge the gap. It will be a contemporary design for the future, and not have the shadows of the past' Ritwik Sharma reports.
Under the eight-year association, TCS will take on the role of Title Sponsor of the New York City Marathon in 2014, the software major said in a statement.
'I consider myself a pilgrim who is here to shape tomorrow.'
President-elect Joe Biden's low-key inauguration on January 20 will include a Pass in Review on the East Front, a presidential escort to the White House, and a virtual parade across America following his official swearing in at the United States Capitol, the Presidential Inaugural Committee has announced.
The spectacular and culturally significant places will take your breath away.
Tourism in India is the largest service industry.
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As New Delhi celebrated 100 years of its existence on Monday, rediff.com takes a look at some of the landmarks that define the megacity.
Reader Chandni Moudgil shares with us her memories of the road trip she took to Agra from Delhi.
The Gujarat tourism department is planning to convert the erstwhile house of Modi's family into a museum, reports Sohini Das.
The third Bonjour India is coming to 33 cities!
'There will always be hiccups given that the Namami Gange programme is spread over different sectors and involves several agencies.'
On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.
Patricia Hewitt, chair, UK India Business Council and former UK minister, spoke on a number of government initiatives and investment sentiments.
The Rajabai Clock Tower and Library have received a magnificent makeover.
India and China have not ruled out a Modi-Xi meeting during the summit.
'While we may speculate about personality politics, the reality is that there are more important issues that drive the India-US relationship.'
Not only will the move help keep out stray, disinterested walk-ins, but also help maintain our heritage better.
What are you feasting on this Ramzan? Pankaj Bhadouria shares with us some lip smacking recipes.
Apart from its sight-seeing grandeurs, the city boasts a unique shopping and gastronomical experience.
At Ganesh Galli, one of Mumbai's oldest pandals, a team of more than 60 workers came together to create Ayodhya's Ram Mandir.
Ozil's agent shuns Bayern president's critical remarks
US President Trump and the First Lady held hands as they strolled at the Taj complex and later wrote in the visitors' book. They were also briefed about the history and importance of the monument.
Dubbing the explosion in Varanasi as "a heinous act of Jehadi terrorism", Vishwa Hindu Parishad on Tuesday demanded the holy city of Kashi be accorded the status of a "protected heritage site" and entry of non-Hindus into it be banned.
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper will visit the city, Takht Keshgarh Sahib and 'Virasat-e-Khalsa' also known as the Khalsa Heritage centre at Anandpur Sahib in Punjab on Wednesday.
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