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Simhastha push spurs Rs 2,000-cr hotel boom in Indore-Ujjain corridor

TNN / May 09, 2026, 00:48 (IST)

Koradi temple’s 188-ft Hanuman idol project to get futuristic touch

May 11, 2026, 02:25 (IST)

Char Dham tourism, and the need to balance economy with ecology

May 09, 2026, 18:27 (IST)

As pilgrim traffic surges in the Himalayas, faith, fragile mountains and unchecked growth are on a collision course

Tourist Facilitation Center to come up at Kaushambi

May 11, 2026, 01:21 (IST)

Temple towns become new real estate investment hubs as developers blend spirituality, wellness and second-home living

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 06, 2026, 20:16 (IST)

India's temple towns are experiencing a real estate boom, driven by increased religious tourism and government infrastructure investment. Developers are now blending spirituality, wellness, and second-home living, creating new development paradigms rooted in cultural identity and long-term human movement.

Govt clears 24 tourism projects for Firozabad

May 06, 2026, 00:41 (IST)

Ganga Expressway to boost UP’s Sambhal, Jain and Mahabharat tourism circuits

Apr 30, 2026, 01:21 (IST)

UP tourism, culture budgets jump 20-fold since 2017

Apr 29, 2026, 00:52 (IST)

Tirunelveli election results 2026: TVK's R.S. Murugan wins by 11,414 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 20:11 (IST)

R.S. Murugan of TVK secured victory in the Ottapidaram (SC) constituency during the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, defeating S Subramanian (DMK) and Thachai N Ganesharaja (AIADMK) by a margin of 11,414 votes. Meanwhile, Nainar Nagendran of BJP currently holds the Tirunelveli Assembly seat, having won in 2021.

Tarakeswar election results 2026: BJP's Santu Pan wins against TMC's Ramendu Sinharay

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 20:35 (IST)

Badrinath to be developed as ‘Spiritual Hill Town’

May 06, 2026, 23:03 (IST)

Ganga Expressway to be a game changer for Prayagraj, to spur industry, agri growth

TNN / Apr 27, 2026, 01:08 (IST)

The newly constructed Ganga Expressway, spanning 594 km from Meerut to Prayagraj, is set to revolutionize tourism, industry, and agriculture in Uttar Pradesh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the expressway on April 29, significantly reducing travel time and boosting economic opportunities across the region.

Saryu bridge at Bageshwar–Pithoragarh border to end 90 km detour for villagers

May 01, 2026, 02:12 (IST)

Cong plays temple card to preempt BJP at its game

May 09, 2026, 13:44 (IST)

Congress plays temple card to preempt BJP at its game in Telangana

TNN / May 09, 2026, 12:57 (IST)

Telangana's Congress government is investing heavily in temple development and festivals, a move seen as a strategy to counter the BJP's religious politics. While Congress highlights its secular approach, including support for other religious events, the BJP accuses the ruling party of being anti-Hindu, citing alleged temple desecrations.

Palayamkottai election results 2026: DMK’s M. Abdul Wahab wins by 13,805 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 20:54 (IST)

DMK candidate M. Abdul Wahab secured victory in the Palayamkottai Assembly election by a margin of 13,805 votes. The urban constituency in Tirunelveli district faces challenges including water supply, traffic, and job creation, alongside its strengths in education and healthcare.

Saudi Arabia tightens Hajj 2026 rules; violators may face SAR20,000 fine, deportation and 10-year entry ban

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 05, 2026, 16:38 (IST)

Saudi Arabia has implemented stringent new penalties, including hefty fines and deportation for foreign residents, for attempting to perform Hajj without an official permit. These measures aim to enhance pilgrim safety and manage overcrowding during the annual pilgrimage, with strict enforcement beginning from Dhu Al Qi'dah.

MU team begins excavation of Gaya’s ancient Dubba site

TNN / May 10, 2026, 22:54 (IST)

Magadh University has launched its first systematic archaeological excavation at the ancient site of Dubba in Gaya, a location believed to be on the historic pilgrimage route between Bodh Gaya and Sarnath. Following ASI permission, the university's team is exploring the site, hoping to uncover insights into ancient settlements and Buddhist traditions in the region. Work will continue post-monsoon.