IndiGo launches new flight services from Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata

In an exciting development, Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu unveiled new IndiGo flight services that link Vijayawada with Varanasi and Kolkata. The flights will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, generating considerable enthusiasm among passengers. Local MP Vallabhaneni Balashowry expressed interest in having direct international flights to Dubai and a connection to Kochi, as…

After restoring a 160-year-old house, she returned history to former families

Lauren Iraeta approached her home renovation as a journey through time, merging creativity with historical inquiry. By delving into neglected family records and tales from earlier occupants, she uncovered names etched within the widow’s walk. This captivating endeavor brought descendants closer to their ancestors’ cherished childhood narratives, illuminating the profound history woven into these aged…

Elizabeth Taylor’s former Bel Air estate gets $47m makeover – What is the plan

The legendary Bel Air residence of Elizabeth Taylor is undergoing a stunning renovation led by developer Ardie Tavangarian. Aiming to celebrate and retain the actress’s memorable essence, the project will merge the original home with an impressive modern addition. Key areas, including Taylor’s iconic master bedroom, are being meticulously restored and updated. This remarkable transformation…

CAG finds 98% shortfall in Green India Mission forest cover targets, flags lapses

The Comptroller and Auditor General raised concerns about the inadequacies within the Green India Mission program, noting that the goal of increasing forest cover was far from realized over a decade. The audit pointed to significant issues in planning and financial oversight, which severely undermined the mission’s objectives. Key vulnerable areas were neglected during afforestation,…