Langza Village In Spiti Valley – Life Above 14,000 Feet!

How is it to live in a village at the base of a 20,000 feet high mountain forever covered in snow? How does one endure winter temperatures that can go down to -20C or lower? What is like to be in the company of yaks in summer and snow-leopards in winter? What does it take to survive in such a place for centuries, when modern facilities did not exist? INNLIVE visited Langza for explore answers.

Special Report: India’s 'Luxury Hospitals' Offer Shopping, Cinemas, Coffee Shops, Spas, Wifi Zone And Joyrides

A new set of luxury hospitals in India is redefining the segment with cinema halls, cafes, fancy waiting rooms and grand architecture. And these aren’t just for India’s super-rich, who seek fine medical care in even finer surroundings, but also for well-heeled medical tourists from all around the world.

The opulence is almost unbecoming for a country where millions have little, or no, access to quality health care. For instance, the Dubai-based ABV group, which is opening a luxury hospital in Mumbai in the next two years, plans to bring in its patients by Rolls-Royce cars.

Telangana Govt Is Neglecting Hyd's 'Heritage in Hospitals'

The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), which came to power on the separate statehood sentiment by promising to protect the rich culture and heritage of Telangana, now appears to be hellbent on demolishing some of the historical structures in Hyderabad only to give way to swanky buildings and new infrastructures.

After deciding to demolish the Chest Hospital, a heritage building at Erragadda, to relocate the state secretariat, the state government appears to be contemplating pulling down the in-patient (IP) block of the Osmania General Hospital (OGH) at Afzalgunj, which was built in the early 1900s by Mir Osman Ali Khan.

Special Report: India's Tourism Policy Ridden With Loopholes, Falls Short Of Global Standards

The last National Tourism Policy came 13 years ago. The new draft is being pushed out in barely two weeks.

The Union government is increasingly bulldozing through policies and bills in a tearing hurry. The latest, following on the heels of the child labour and juvenile justice bills, is the National Tourism Policy.

The Union tourism ministry put up a draft of the policy on its website on April 30 and gave the general public only 10 days to respond.

Visit Bangalore: A Green Gardens City With A Green Peace

In India, one of the businest cities, Bangalore (aka Bengaluru) is not usually on the tourist trail as it does not contain any real “attractions,” but it’s nevertheless a pleasant city and I spent five days there relaxing after my tiring South India tour. Long known as “Garden City,” Bangalore probably has the best climate in India and is no doubt one of the greenest cities. (GREEN BANGALORE VIDEO LINK)

But perhaps best of all, there is a casual vibe that effortlessly mixes the colonial past, traditional culture and modern life.

Why 'Salman Khan' Stopped Taking New Films Projects?

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan suddenly stopped all film projects till the verdict of his legal cases and its consequenses. According to sources, all the new films, commercials and other endorsements have been stopped by the actor.

Salman Khan is a top draw at the box office, so it’s no surprise that he always has a number of film offers lined up. But even as the two projects he has in hand — Bajrangi Bhaijaan (BB) and Sooraj Barjatya’s next Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo — near completion, there is no news regarding what he will work on next.

Earthquake Have Pushed Nepal’s Economy Back 20-Years!

Over the last days, Nepal has been rattled by its worst earthquakes since 1934. More than 3,000 people have lost their lives, and villages, roads, highways and ancient buildings have been devastated. The total economic losses from the damage could be between $1 billion and $10 billion, according to the US Geological Survey’s best estimate.

In all, the destruction could push the economy of Nepal—already one of the world’s poorest countries—back by a decade or more, significantly hurting the small Himalayan nation’s efforts to move from a “Least Developed Country” to a “Developing Country” by 2022.

Nepal LIVE: Billions Of Dollars From Overseas Workers Will Be Key To Rebuilding Nepal’s Ravaged Economy

When it comes to remittances received as a proportion of a country’s gross domestic product (GDP), Nepal is among the best in the world.

In 2014, the 2.2 million Nepalese who work overseas sent remittances that amount to about 25% of the small Himalayan country’s GDP. On GDP terms, Nepal’s remittance inflow lagged only Tajikistan and Kyrgyz Republic, sharing the third place with Moldova. Estimated at over $4 billion annually, remittances were nearly double the country’s revenues from exports of goods and services.

More Than 2000 Dead After Massive Earthquake In Nepal

A little before noon local time, a massive earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale hit 77km (48 miles) northwest of Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital, sending strong tremors through the landlocked Himalayan nation and across northern India. According to INNLIVE reports more than 2000 people have been killed.

A police official said the death toll in Nepal alone had reached 876, more than half of them in the Kathmandu Valley. A further 34 fatalities were reported in northern India and one in Bangladesh.

Analysis: Kerala Politics - Emerging Political Realignment

The UDF needs an urgent re-working of its strategies with regard to the state’s economic development, entrepreneurship development and bettering of public perception about minority appeasement. 

An emergency cabinet reshuffling to save the disintegration of the UDF and further shrinking of its vote base is needed. The Congress should strongly assert its position regarding economy, finance, education and industrial development including taxation policy.

Delhi Foodies Have Found A New Trend Of 'Food Festivals'

Delhi foodies makes a new trend called 'food festivals' where they will invite all types of food makers and spread the food across to select, pay and eat as they like. This trewnd is catching up in Delhi and NCR areas.

Delhi foodies have found a new fad — alfresco food festivals. The latest one, called 'The Grub Fest', was a three-day gala at the Nehru Stadium that brought together home-grown favourites like Karims, Khan Chacha and United Coffee House with newer, multi-cuisine entrants such as Ploof, Fio, Town Hall, En and Saraya and absolute newbies like Ghaas Foos, a vegetarian, fusion, home-catering service. 

Indian 'Railway Travel Insurance' For A Premium Of Rs.25

In possibly the most ambitious plan to give insurance to railway travellers, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has taken the first step towards what the railway firm calls ‘travel insurance services’.

Imagine paying Rs.22 for a 24-hour train journey (apart from the ticket fare, of course) and getting Rs.5 lakh as accident compensation, Rs.5 lakh in case of hospitalisation arising out of a train accident and Rs.50,000 for baggage loss?

Oman’s Luxurious Residential Property Sales At 'Saraya Bandar Jissah' Off To Start Despite High Demand

PREE RELEASE: As the first integrated tourism complex to launch in seven years Saraya Bandar Jissah, Oman’s most luxurious development project, entered the market last week with an uncertainty to how the market would react.

Commenting on the successful response received from prospective buyers, Sheikh Hamood bin Sultan Al Hosni, CEO of Saraya Bandar Jissah noted, "We at Saraya Bandar Jissah have been pleasantly surprised by the huge demand for properties and interest in the project.

Andhra Pradesh's New Capital Amaravati's Old Heritage: Can Ancient Be Turned Into Contemporary?

Andhra Pradesh's new capital has an old heritage of co-existence but can ancient be turned into contemporary?

When Andhra Pradesh parted with its discontented districts in June 2014, the big question was which of its cities would inherit the hallowed place that was once reserved for Hyderabad. Last week, top guesses such as Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur and Tirupati were brushed aside for a small temple village on the banks of the river Krishna. Amaravathi, it was revealed, will be the truncated state’s capital city.

Special Report: How The 'Rajya Sabha TV' Is Looting Public Money And Floating Norms In Recruitment & Operations?

Is Rajya Sabha TV (RSTV) degenerating into a white elephant that is being fed and maintained with little or no use, and that too at the tax-payer’s expense.

Supposed to represent the voice of the Upper House and corresponding maturity, RSTV raised a lot of hopes when it was launched four years back. However, much of the promise stands belied as amateurism seems to have had an upper hand over professionalism as far as the privileged channel is concerned.

India's Go-Favourite Holiday Destination 'Chambal' Valley

Gone thge days of Daaku Mangal Singh terror in Chambal Ghati, now the entire dacoity region has turned into tourist spot with green lushy atmosphere and good stay facilities. The story of dacoity terror to India's favourite holiday destination, where adventure, fun and good food is life.

Green mustard fields, stark landscape, a blue sky and loads of thrills, the road from Agra to Etawah was an introduction to the country’s most populated state—Uttar Pradesh. And this was the road that led to the once-dreaded Chambal valley.

Europe Turns Best Holiday Destination For Indian Summer

Chill out in Europe with a 22 per cent fall in euro has brought down airfare to European nations; accommodation and other expenses too have become more affordable.

The cost of air travel from Mumbai to Paris and back cheaper than a city-Delhi return ticket. Unbelievable it may sound, but a falling euro and a strong rupee have made it possible. And Mumbaikars are making the most of the opportunity.

If Air France is offering city-Paris return tickets for Rs.32,500, one can fly to most capital cities in Europe for less than Rs.35,000. There is more for holidayers – Turkish Airlines is offering connections to over 100 European cities for as less as Rs.40,000.

'Hong Kong' Offers 14-Days Free Visa For Indian Tourists

SPONSORED: The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) offers 14-days free visa for Indian tourists as a part of its new marketing campaign in the   Indian market. The campaign titled “My Time For Hong Kong” is aimed at highlighting the various authentic and exciting experiences Hong Kong has to offer.

With today’s modern traveler seeking authentic experiences, the new campaign intends to build an   emotional connection with visitors the allowing them to feel and explore the sights and sounds of Asia’s World City like a local, even before their visit to the city.  

Reality Boom Makes Happy On Financially Scared Andhra

In a welcome relief for the cashstrapped Andhra Pradesh government, revenue collections through land registrations and stamp duty has picked up in the state. Barring Anantapur, which registered a negative trend in 2014-15, the remaining 12 states generated revenue that was 20 to 100 per cent higher than the previous year.

Expectedly, Guntur and Krishna districts, in view of the hectic activity related to the construction of the new capital, and Visakhapatnam registered the highest growth.

Guntur's revenue has shot up to Rs 401.83 crore as compared to Rs 176.64 crore last year, a jump of a whopping 126 per cent.Krishna's revenue too shot up from Rs 262.06 crore last year to Rs 427.46 crore.

Focus: 'Najafgarh Lake' Wiped Off From The Map As Haryana And Delhi Govts Leave Lake From Records

The future seems to be bleak for the Najafgarh jheel, and it’s all because of governmental apathy. The Delhi government and the Haryana government are apparently not much bothered about the restoration of the lake — a wetland vital for the revival of the water table in Gurgaon and South Delhi. 

While the Delhi government plainly says that the lake does not exist anymore within the boundary of the Capital, the Haryana government is completely indifferent to the matter.