India

Taj Mahal Undergoing Routine Restoration Work

It might sound surprising, but even the Taj Mahal needs a face pack sometimes. In the early 2000s, conservationists used Multani mitti (Fuller’s Earth) to clean the marble surface—removing layers of dirt, pollution, and biological deposits that had dulled its shine. The
July 10, 2025

Sarovar Hotels Signs New Property in Gwalior

Sarovar Hotels has announced its entry into the historic city of Gwalior with the signing of Sarovar Portico Gwalior, a 100-key hotel set to open in 2029. Developed in partnership with Prime Land Estates, this upcoming property marks a significant step in
July 9, 2025

Le Méridien Opens in Ahmedabad with a Cultural Twist

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts has officially launched Le Méridien Ahmedabad, bringing the brand’s signature blend of timeless sophistication, mid-century aesthetics, and cultural immersion to one of India’s most historic and vibrant cities. The property marks a rebranding and transformation of the
July 8, 2025

Salkhan Fossils Park in UP Joins UNESCO Tentative List

Uttar Pradesh’s Salkhan Fossils Park in Sonbhadra has earned a spot on the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage Sites, highlighting its global geological significance. Home to 1.4-billion-year-old stromatolites, the site is now recognized as one of the oldest known fossil parks
June 30, 2025

India-Gulf Flights Resume as Gulf Airspace Reopens

Following a brief suspension due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, major Indian carriers like Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo have begun resuming flights to the Gulf, Europe, and North America, alongside regional airlines like Qatar Airways. Airspace over
June 30, 2025
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