India needs more GST relief to make travel affordable, drive tourism growth: SOTC Travel MDFurther GST rationalization on domestic hotels and restaurants could fuel tourism growth. The government's move to reduce tax collected at ...
02 Aug, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
In 1837, New Zealand fur promoters released Australian possums to build a new industry; the first attempt failed, so settlers kept trying until the animals invaded the countryNew Zealand settlers introduced Australian possums in 1837 for a fur trade venture. This initial plan failed, but subsequent attempts event...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
In 1861, an English lord sent three red deer to New Zealand for sport; the animals multiplied until government hunters were killing 50,000 a yearThree deer introduced in 1861 multiplied into a national crisis. New Zealand's government hired men to kill 50,000 deer annually. These cul...
28 Jul, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
In the 1770s, Captain Cook released pigs and goats in New Zealand to feed future sailors; their feral descendants began destroying native bushCaptain Cook introduced pigs and goats to New Zealand's Ship Cove in 1770 for future sailors. These animals became significant threats to n...
28 Jul, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
Video: Mother orca catches sea turtle; instead of eating it, spends minutes playing with it as calf looks on from nearbyDrone footage captured an orca mother manipulating a sea turtle. Scientists believe this behavior may teach her young cub hunting technique...
25 Jul, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
A gigantic 400-year-old black coral in New Zealand's Fiordland, measuring 4 meters tall and 4.5 meters wide, has scientists calling it "absolutely huge" and using the find to map where these slow-growing corals still surviveA colossal black coral, estimated to be 300-400 years old and one of the largest ever found in New Zealand, has been discovered in Fiordlan...
27 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Lost world of birds and frogs: Scientists open a million-year-old cave time capsule in New Zealand, where 12 bird species and four frogs reveal a lost world reshaped by volcanoes and climate long before humans arrivedA remarkable fossil discovery in a New Zealand cave has unveiled a lost world of ancient birds and frogs, dating back one million years. Th...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
Global macro woes take holidayers in different directionIndian travelers are opting for short-haul international trips to Southeast Asia and Australia, or domestic getaways this summer. This shif...
31 May, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
Incredibly rare king penguin spotted on Otago Peninsula BeachA rare king penguin, the second-largest penguin species, surprised eco-tourists and conservation staff at Pipikaretu Beach on the Otago Pen...
15 Apr, 2025, 05.03 PM IST
Bonfire night weekend: A complete guide on how to check your bonfire for hedgehogsHedgehog safety tips have been provided by a local charity in UK to keep them safe and protected during this year's bonfire night.
05 Nov, 2022, 04.32 PM IST
Wildlife Photographer of Year: Winners for 2022 announced. Check full listThe Natural History Museum organizes the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. All the winning pictures will be on display at the ...
12 Oct, 2022, 06.10 PM IST
Plan a soulful wildlife journey: Visit Monkey temple in Ubud, volunteer at Tampopata National ReserveEthical wildlife experience is the new buzz word. A curious yet conscious approach is all we need while venturing into the kingdom of the w...
30 Jul, 2019, 03.30 PM IST
Are you interested in tradition and folklore? Experience New Zealand’s unique Maori cultureOf the various cities, Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island remains an iconic city of many Maori legends.
13 Apr, 2017, 05.19 AM IST
Travel inspirations from Bollywood: Romantic New Zealand and dreamy CroatiaTake a cue from these film's locations to plan your next getaway.
04 Aug, 2016, 01.06 PM IST
Travel buzz: News this season in a capsuleLansdowne was voted as the best upcoming hill destination while New Zealand was chosen as the best international adventure spot by a travel...
07 Apr, 2016, 07.13 AM IST
Tourism New Zealand ropes in Sidharth Malhotra as brand ambassador for IndiaTourism New Zealand has roped in Sidharth Malhotra as the brand ambassador for India. Malhotra will be Tourism New Zealand’s first Indian a...
08 Oct, 2015, 01.05 PM IST
4 top travel destinations for a thrilling adventure driven experienceThe moment when you let go of inhibitions, dive body and mind into an adrenalin-charged activity and come away feeling exhilarated — that’s...
02 May, 2013, 06.07 AM IST