A golden journey to SamarkandThere may not be much silk in the heart of the Silk Road, but some things should stay a mystery, a mirage to fantasise about.
17 Jan, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
SpiceJet announces daily non-stop flights between Delhi and KathmanduSpiceJet has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Delhi and Kathmandu starting May 10, 2025. The new route, operated by a...
04 Apr, 2025, 11.56 AM IST
Meet Annamma Spudich: A molecular biologist who is reviving ancient India's healing knowledgeShe has curated exhibitions on the rich history of the Indian spice trade.
10 Jun, 2019, 10.21 AM IST
India reclaims spice route to counter China's silk routeTarangini, which reached Muscat on Sunday after a long trip to Europe, and Shabab will arrive at Kochi to "a grand welcome" on December 3-4.
13 Jul, 2018, 11.22 AM IST
Rediscovering the ancient port city of MuzirisMuziris’ primacy on the Spice Route has also led to the launch of Spice Route Tourism, which links 41 countries in Asia and Europe with Ind...
19 Feb, 2017, 12.30 AM IST
Travel buzz: Pope Francis emphasises on boosting tourismPope Francis recently appealed for a sustainable, nondiscriminatory tourist industry in a tweet to his 30 million followers.
06 Oct, 2016, 08.10 AM IST
Silk Road project not a geopolitical tool: ChinaChina today dismissed criticism that its multi-billion dollar Silk Road initiative to revive ancient trade routes is a "geopolitical tool" ...
29 Dec, 2015, 07.52 PM IST
Linking Silk Road to Mausam project may benefit India, China: ReportThe Mausam project, aimed at re-establishing India's ancient maritime routes with its ancient trade partners in and along the Indian Ocean,...
26 Mar, 2015, 10.42 PM IST
India, China can make 'dragon-elephant tango' possible: Le YuchengNoting that as new emerging markets, China and India are going through a critical period of seeking great national rejuvenation, Le said de...
04 Mar, 2015, 07.02 PM IST
All art aficionados now can plan vacations to places rich in cultureIf fine arts is your forte, why not make vacation appreciating visual arts, dedicate to visiting art galleries, or fortnight in museum-frie...
04 Sep, 2014, 09.59 AM IST
Kerala Tourism signs historic agreement with UNESCOThe MoU signed yesterday seeks to formalise a framework of cooperation in the areas of cultural heritage protection and promotion in the st...
02 Aug, 2014, 07.20 PM IST
Kerala Tourism signs historic agreement with UNESCOThe MoU seeks to formalise a framework of cooperation in the areas of cultural heritage protection and promotion in the state.
02 Aug, 2014, 03.47 PM IST
Kerala offers 'spice' with adventure to attract more touristsKerala,is eyeing 10 per cent growth in tourist arrivals this year and is developing adventure and heritage spots to broaden its target audi...
18 Feb, 2014, 03.13 AM IST
- UN agency lauds Kerala's plans to revive 'Spice Route'
Kerala's initiative to revive and promote the two millennia-old spice route, through tourism has received a boost, with the UN agency.
04 Aug, 2013, 12.15 PM IST
- SpiceJet flies to Afghanistan; to connect Delhi and Kabul
SpiceJet, India's preferred low fare airline, today announces further expansion of its network on international route by starting flights b...
13 Jul, 2012, 08.52 PM IST
- No-frills carrier SpiceJet to launch New Delhi-Kabul flight from Aug 14
The airline currently flies on 4 international routes - Delhi- Kathmandu, Delhi-Dubai, Chennai-Colombo and Mumbai-Dubai.
13 Jul, 2012, 03.47 PM IST
- Govt aiming normal trade with China from Nathu La
The Nathu La pass, which will open for border trade between India and China on July 6 after a gap of 44 years, may soon become an alternati...
29 Jun, 2006, 01.40 PM IST