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No Gum, No Heels, No Pooh: 20 Strange Travel Laws You Need To Know Before Flying Abroad
- Thursday September 25, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
What may look like over-the-top restrictions often has context. Some laws protect fragile heritage sites, others tackle pollution, while a few are about preserving social values.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Will The Recent Changes In US H-1B Visa Affect Indian Tourists? What You Need To Know
- Monday September 22, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
While the recent changes to H-1B policy may affect many Indian professionals, they do not impact Indian travellers applying for tourist or visitor visas.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Argentina Is Now Easier For Indians To Visit. A Guide To The Best Places To Visit In Argentina
- Thursday August 28, 2025
- Travel | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
With Argentina easing visa rules for Indian passport holders with valid US tourist visas, this is the perfect time to experience the countrys dramatic landscapes, food, and culture.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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New Rules For U.S. Visas From India: What Has Changed And What Stays The Same
- Thursday September 11, 2025
- Travel | Shubham Bhatnagar
Planning a U.S. visa application from India? From new fees to in-person interviews and updated passport rules, here is everything you should know to stay on track.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Mussoorie Tightens Tourist Rules: Hotels, Homestays To Log Guest Details On New Portal
- Thursday July 31, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
The registration of guests' details at hotel check-in is intended to collect data on tourist arrivals in Mussoorie.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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New US Visa Interview Waiver Rules From September 2: What Indian Travellers Should Know
- Tuesday July 29, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
These upcoming rule changes will affect a large number of Indian students, professionals, and tourists planning U.S. travel. Interview waivers are now much harder to get.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Meghalaya's Latest Move For Tourists Safety After Honeymoon Murder
- Wednesday July 2, 2025
- India News | Reported by Ratnadip Choudhury
Meghalaya has made it mandatory for all tourist accommodations to register with the state tourism department. The latest ruling applies to all hotels, guest houses, homestays, lodges, inns and bed-and-breakfast establishments.
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www.ndtv.com
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After Honeymoon Murder, This Meghalaya Region Has New Rule For Tourists
- Monday June 30, 2025
- India News | Reported by Ratnadip Choudhury, Edited by Debanish Achom
Meghalaya has made it mandatory for tourists to hire authorised and recognised guides while trekking in East Khasi Hills district for safety, the deputy commissioner and chairperson of the District Tourism Promotion Society said.
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www.ndtv.com
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Singapore Hotel Imposes Rs 13,000 Fine On Tourist For Eating Durian In Room
- Sunday June 1, 2025
- Travel | Written by NDTV Travel Desk, Edited by Toshita Sahni
The woman was visiting Singapore with a friend when they bought durian from a roadside stall. She didn't know that she would be penalised for bringing it back to her hotel room.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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6 Common Mistakes Tourists Make In The UAE (And How To Avoid Them)
- Thursday May 22, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
The UAE may be all things glamorous, but there are a few important rules that tourists must follow to avoid getting into trouble. Here is what not to do when visiting this country.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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"Could Be Deported, Face Permanent Ban": US Warns Those Exceeding Stay
- Monday May 19, 2025
- Education | Edited by Rahul Kumar
US Immigration Rules: The advisory serves as a reminder for individuals in the US on various non-immigrant visas-such as tourist, student, and work permits-to adhere strictly to the validity period
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www.ndtv.com/education
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Spain Introduces Strict New Tourist Rules Affecting Millions
- Saturday April 12, 2025
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Spain has introduced new rules to manage mass tourism, including increased tourist taxes, banned beach items, and restricted walking tours, to mitigate the negative impacts of overtourism and ensure a sustainable environment for residents and visitor
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www.ndtv.com
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Italy Proposes Strict Rules To Combat Fake Online Reviews For Hotels, Restaurants
- Thursday January 16, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
Italy's government unveiled a draft law to stop fake or paid online reviewers of hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
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Indians Facing Mass Dubai Visa Rejection After New Application Rules: Report
- Tuesday December 10, 2024
- World News | Written by Sanstuti Nath
After the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mandated stricter requirements for tourist visa applications for Dubai, Indians looking to visit the Gulf city are reportedly witnessing an unprecedented rise in visa rejections.
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www.ndtv.com
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No Gum, No Heels, No Pooh: 20 Strange Travel Laws You Need To Know Before Flying Abroad
- Thursday September 25, 2025
- Travel | Somdatta Saha
What may look like over-the-top restrictions often has context. Some laws protect fragile heritage sites, others tackle pollution, while a few are about preserving social values.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Will The Recent Changes In US H-1B Visa Affect Indian Tourists? What You Need To Know
- Monday September 22, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
While the recent changes to H-1B policy may affect many Indian professionals, they do not impact Indian travellers applying for tourist or visitor visas.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Argentina Is Now Easier For Indians To Visit. A Guide To The Best Places To Visit In Argentina
- Thursday August 28, 2025
- Travel | Written by Jigyasa Kakwani, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
With Argentina easing visa rules for Indian passport holders with valid US tourist visas, this is the perfect time to experience the countrys dramatic landscapes, food, and culture.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
New Rules For U.S. Visas From India: What Has Changed And What Stays The Same
- Thursday September 11, 2025
- Travel | Shubham Bhatnagar
Planning a U.S. visa application from India? From new fees to in-person interviews and updated passport rules, here is everything you should know to stay on track.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Mussoorie Tightens Tourist Rules: Hotels, Homestays To Log Guest Details On New Portal
- Thursday July 31, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
The registration of guests' details at hotel check-in is intended to collect data on tourist arrivals in Mussoorie.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
New US Visa Interview Waiver Rules From September 2: What Indian Travellers Should Know
- Tuesday July 29, 2025
- Travel | Written by Toshita Sahni, Edited by Neha Grover
These upcoming rule changes will affect a large number of Indian students, professionals, and tourists planning U.S. travel. Interview waivers are now much harder to get.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Meghalaya's Latest Move For Tourists Safety After Honeymoon Murder
- Wednesday July 2, 2025
- India News | Reported by Ratnadip Choudhury
Meghalaya has made it mandatory for all tourist accommodations to register with the state tourism department. The latest ruling applies to all hotels, guest houses, homestays, lodges, inns and bed-and-breakfast establishments.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
After Honeymoon Murder, This Meghalaya Region Has New Rule For Tourists
- Monday June 30, 2025
- India News | Reported by Ratnadip Choudhury, Edited by Debanish Achom
Meghalaya has made it mandatory for tourists to hire authorised and recognised guides while trekking in East Khasi Hills district for safety, the deputy commissioner and chairperson of the District Tourism Promotion Society said.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Singapore Hotel Imposes Rs 13,000 Fine On Tourist For Eating Durian In Room
- Sunday June 1, 2025
- Travel | Written by NDTV Travel Desk, Edited by Toshita Sahni
The woman was visiting Singapore with a friend when they bought durian from a roadside stall. She didn't know that she would be penalised for bringing it back to her hotel room.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
6 Common Mistakes Tourists Make In The UAE (And How To Avoid Them)
- Thursday May 22, 2025
- Travel | Written by Nikita Nikhil, Edited by Shubham Bhatnagar
The UAE may be all things glamorous, but there are a few important rules that tourists must follow to avoid getting into trouble. Here is what not to do when visiting this country.
-
www.ndtv.com/travel
-
"Could Be Deported, Face Permanent Ban": US Warns Those Exceeding Stay
- Monday May 19, 2025
- Education | Edited by Rahul Kumar
US Immigration Rules: The advisory serves as a reminder for individuals in the US on various non-immigrant visas-such as tourist, student, and work permits-to adhere strictly to the validity period
-
www.ndtv.com/education
-
Spain Introduces Strict New Tourist Rules Affecting Millions
- Saturday April 12, 2025
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Spain has introduced new rules to manage mass tourism, including increased tourist taxes, banned beach items, and restricted walking tours, to mitigate the negative impacts of overtourism and ensure a sustainable environment for residents and visitor
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Italy Proposes Strict Rules To Combat Fake Online Reviews For Hotels, Restaurants
- Thursday January 16, 2025
- Travel | Jigyasa Kakwani
Italy's government unveiled a draft law to stop fake or paid online reviewers of hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions.
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www.ndtv.com/travel
-
Indians Facing Mass Dubai Visa Rejection After New Application Rules: Report
- Tuesday December 10, 2024
- World News | Written by Sanstuti Nath
After the United Arab Emirates (UAE) mandated stricter requirements for tourist visa applications for Dubai, Indians looking to visit the Gulf city are reportedly witnessing an unprecedented rise in visa rejections.
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www.ndtv.com