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India.com
13-06-2025
- India.com
Top 6 Uttarkashi Destinations Every Couple Must Visit
Uttarkashi, which is located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, India, is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and has spiritual significance and calmness that make it an ideal destination for couples on a romantic getaway. Here are the top places in Uttarkashi for couples to visit: Temple: This temple is 100 kilometers away from the town of Uttarkashi and has religious significance as a source of the Ganges. Couples can undertake this spiritual journey together and pray at the temple, experiencing peace amidst the Himalayan mountains. 2. Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM): Adventurous couples should consider visiting Nehru Institute of Mountaineering in Uttarkashi, as it can be so exciting. The institute offers adventure courses like trekking, rock climbing, and abseiling, to mention but a few activities that this institution engages participants in. Thrilling adventures bind couples together within the beautiful landscapes of Uttarakhand. 3. Maneri Dam: Maneri Dam is approximately 15 kilometers away from the Uttarkashi town site and functions as a serene location surrounded by green gardens and clear Bhagirathi water bodies. Couples can enjoy a picnic by the riverside, leisurely walk along the river bank, or simply relax quietly. 4. Dayara Bugyal: Dayara Bugyal is one of those amazing alpine meadows being described as one among numerous others just like it somewhere around Uttrakhand. Couples can hold hands and walk through sprawling grasslands, dense forests, and a panoramic view of the Himalayas when trekking to Dayara Bugyal, enjoying a star-lit camping experience. 5. Uttarkashi Town: With your loved one, walk around narrow lanes, visiting local markets or interacting with locals in a friendly manner while tasting some delicious local cuisine at roadside eateries or sipping tea with a mesmerizing view of the Himalayas before you. 6. Dodital Lake: A hike to Dodital Lake, an elevation of 3,024 meters above sea level, is about the provencal history and romance of married couples. The trek passes through dense forest, cascading waterfalls, and villages where the pristine Dodital Lake is located. At the lakeside, couples will camp surrounded by giant peaks with nothing but tranquility. Final Thoughts Uttarkashi is a perfect combination of spirituality, adventure, and natural beauty that guarantees an unforgettable experience for lovebirds. Whether it's seeking blessings at Gangotri Temple, participating in adventurous activities at NIM, or exploring Dayara Bugyal as well as Dodital Lake with serene landscapes, there are many romantic activities that can be done by couples in Uttarkashi while on honeymoon under the spectacular backdrop of the Himalayas.
South China Morning Post
11-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani visits China amid US legal challenges to boost renewables
The visit, including to a solar module maker, underscores Adani's continued efforts to maintain momentum in renewables even as he faces heightened scrutiny abroad. Sagar Adani, who oversees the green arm of the conglomerate's sprawling empire, accompanied his uncle on the trip, according to a social media post by one of the companies he visited. The trip to China could signal a renewed push for international engagement as Gautam Adani tries to shake off controversies, from US legal troubles to investor concerns about corporate governance practices, following a bruising short-seller report in early 2023. Asia's second-richest person, along with his nephew Sagar, face criminal and civil charges in the US over their alleged involvement in a US$250 million bribery scheme to pay regional officials in India to lock in solar-power contracts. The Adani Group has denied the claims, though both Gautam and Sagar have curtailed their international travel since the indictment was announced. Gautam Adani, his wife Priti Adani and their granddaughter Kaveri wave from a boat after visiting the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers Photo: Reuters The Indian conglomerate is building one of the largest renewable energy parks – five times the size of Paris – near India's western coast with solar panels and wind turbines.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Idols to slippers: 100kg of waste removed from Yamuna banks
Noida: About 50 volunteers of YSS Foundation, a local social body, in collaboration with the GB Nagar district Ganga Committee, Noida Authority, and various civil society organisations, cleaned the banks of the Yamuna near Chhath ghat in Sector 94 to mark World Environment Day. The campaign, which was conducted under the guidance of the district forest department, collected over 100kg of waste across nearly 500 metres along the Yamuna bank, including single-use plastic, idols, clothes, shoes, slippers, school bags, and jute baskets. These were loaded onto a tractor and disposed of at Authority-designated dumpsites. The day also coincided with Ganga Dussehra this year, a festival celebrating the descent of the Ganges, hence, the programme began with a spiritual Yamuna Aarti accompanied by Vedic chanting, spreading the message of cleanliness, river conservation, and ecological consciousness. "Apart from puja material, the maximum waste collected was in the form of single-use plastic and wrappers of chips, corn, and other snacks. Other than these, there were household items and even electronic stuff like earphones, shoes, slippers, school bags, jute baskets and salt packets," Sachin Gupta, director of YSS Foundation, said. Indu Prakash, OSD at Noida Authority, called plastic pollution a "demon" that impacts not just nature but also mental, physical, and economic health. He hailed sanitation workers and volunteers as the real heroes of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. On the occasion, all participants also took a pledge to protect the Yamuna River, promote its cleanliness and conservation, and commit to a plastic-free lifestyle.
BBC News
04-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
BBC Learning English - Learning English from the News / Kumbh Mela: 400 million to attend world's largest festival
(Photo by Ritesh Shukla/ Getty Images) ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ The story The Kumbh Mela festival, the largest religious gathering in the world, has begun in the northern Indian city of Prayagraj. 400 million people are expected to attend throughout the 45-day period, authorities say. The festival can be seen from space. The Hindu festival is held once every 12 years, but this year it's particularly significant because of a rare alignment between the Sun, the Moon and Jupiter, which happens only once every 144 years. News headlines India's Maha Kumbh Mela festival gets under way for first time in 144 years The Guardian India's Maha Kumbh festival sees 15 million people take holy dip on first day Reuters Kumbh Mela, explained: Its mythology, history, astrology, and why millions flock to it The Indian Express Key words and phrases under way in progress You can't enter the venue once the concert is under way. dip a brief swim After hiking all day, a quick dip in the lake felt amazing. flock move in a crowd Tourists flock to the city every summer. Next Learn more English vocabulary from the news with our News Review archive.
Economic Times
28-05-2025
- General
- Economic Times
Knocked down?
When difficulties strike, we commonly think we can never shrug them off. We feel doomed to be in that situation forever. Rising like a phoenix from the ashes is a far- fetched idea. But when we are forced to be in that situation and see darkness everywhere, mythological stories form a guiding light. The story of Bhagirath can form an excellent example of the characteristic of resilience. Bhagirath's ancestors were burnt to ashes due to sage Kapil's curse. He aimed to free his forefathers from the curse and help them achieve moksh by bringing the mighty Ganges down to earth. He had to put in a tremendous effort and face many difficulties to achieve his mission. First, he had to please Ganga through rigorous penance. On her suggestion, he had to channel her flow by again doing rigorous penance for many years to please Shiv. Even when Shiv was pleased and let the Ganges flow from his hair, his woes did not end there. He had to continue his rigorous penance to please sage Jahna, who had kept Ganga captive for flooding his ashram. His resilience paid off after innumerable woes and hurdles, and he achieved his mission. Let alone divine stories, the life of the great English author Helen Keller can be an inspiring journey. Hearing-impaired, visually-impaired, she battled dark times of her life through sheer resilience. Confucius rightly said, 'Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.'
