One of the world's most famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower in Paris is set to get the most extensive and perhaps expensive revamp in its 130-year history.&nbs

Get that gold! France's Eiffel Tower getting makeover for 2024 Olympics

One of the world's most famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower in Paris&nbsp;is set to get&nbsp;the most extensive and perhaps expensive revamp in its 130-year history.&nbsp;
First, the layers from 19 previous coats of paint will be removed, followed by a fresh coat of a yellow-brown composition that&nbsp;Gustave Eiffel himself wanted for his monument.
The revamp of the&nbsp;324-metre-tall Iron Lady, in the run-up for the 2024 Paris Olympics, will cost&nbsp;an estimated 50 million euros.
"It's going to give the Eiffel Tower a bit more of a gold hue than the colour that we're used to seeing, in time for the Olympic Games," Patrick Branco Ruivo, CEO of the company operating the tower told AFP.

Inspired by Latin dancing, Zumba is a form of aerobic training that feels more like a dance party than a regular form of exercise. Grooving to the beats of salsa, flame

Inspired by Latin dancing, Zumba is a form of aerobic training that feels more like a dance party than a regular form of exercise. Grooving to the beats of salsa, flamenco, and merengue music is what makes it a popular choice of workout. Instead of making you grunt with pain, it involves clapping hands, moving your hips and occasional cheering with excitement&nbsp;amongst participants.
There are many other&nbsp;benefits of Zumba&nbsp;as well which will inspire you to try it out!
 1) It&rsquo;s fun Before getting into any technicalities, the primary reason why Zumba is popular is that it does not make you feel like you&rsquo;re exercising. Rather, it seems like a dance routine which also helps you to stay fit. It is also a great way to socialize with your group mates.
2) Improves your heart rate Zumba is designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. A study by the National Library of Medicine found that after 12 weeks of Zumba, the participants felt decreased heart rate and blood pressure despite an increase in work load. Pain severity was also recorded to be much lower.
3) Better coordination In Zumba, the mind and the body function in coordination to ensure that you follow the beats, maintain the steps and also remain in sync with all those dancing around you.&nbsp;
 4) Helps to relieve stress Exercise is an effective way to reduce fatigue and enhance overall cognitive function. So, putting on some music and grooving to the beats will help you de-stress yourself and divert your mind from the usual grind at work.
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Here's why Zumba should be your new work out routine

The month of June is observed as the National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month each year. The aim is to create awareness about migraines, headaches and also a

The month of June is observed as the National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month each year.&nbsp;The aim is to create awareness about migraines, headaches and also about new ways and treatments that can help manage them.&nbsp;
In 2011, the National Headache Foundation turned the awareness week into awareness month. Later on, the coming up of the&nbsp;Coalition for Headache and Migraine Patients (CHAMP) in 2017 led to the creation of a more formalised calendar for the awareness month in 2018.&nbsp;
According to NHS, UK, &ldquo;migraine is usually a moderate or severe headache felt as a throbbing pain on one side of the head. In some cases, the pain can occur on both sides of your head and may affect your neck.&rdquo; Some of the other symptoms include feeling sick, increased sensitivity to light or sound, sweating or diarrhoea. Stress, anxiety, poor quality sleep, dehydration and missed, delayed or irregular meals are some of the known triggers of migraine.&nbsp;
This year's theme is "a new era of care", an attempt to raise public knowledge and create discourses about the new advancements and therapies that can help people cope with migraines and headaches.&nbsp;&nbsp;

National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month 2021: here is all you need to know! 

One of the world's most famous landmarks, the Eiffel Tower in Paris is set to get the most extensive and perhaps expensive revamp in its 130-year history. First, the layers from 19 previous coats of paint will be removed, followed by a fresh coat of a yellow-brown composition that Gustave Eiffel himself wanted for his monument. The revamp of the 324-metre-tall Iron Lady, in the run-up for the 2024 Paris Olympics, will cost an estimated 50 million euros. "It's going to give the Eiffel Tower a bit more of a gold hue than the colour that we're used to seeing, in time for the Olympic Games," Patrick Branco Ruivo, CEO of the company operating the tower told AFP.

Lav Agarwal, the joint secretary in the health ministry, on Saturday, clarified that the World Health Organisation (WHO) was yet to take a final call on allowing intern

The Centre on&nbsp;on Saturday clarified that the World Health Organisation was yet to take a final call on allowing international travel for those fully vaccinated against Covid-19. The reaction from the government came when&nbsp;Lav Agarwal, the joint secretary in the health ministry was asked about the reports that Indians vaccinated with the&nbsp;Bharat Biotech's&nbsp;Covaxin may not be allowed to undertake international travel, since the WHO hasn&rsquo;t included the Hyderabad-based firm's&nbsp;vaccine&nbsp;in its list of vaccines for Emergency Use Listing.
Agarwal&nbsp;said discussion still being done if vaccinated people will be allowed.

Florida-based planemakers Aerion, are launching a Supersonic airliner, by the end of the decade, that could fly you from Los Angeles to Tokyo in just abo

Florida-based plane makers Aerion, are launching a&nbsp;Supersonic airliner, by the end of the decade,&nbsp;that could fly you from Los&nbsp;Angeles to Tokyo in just about three hours.
Aerion AS3 will be able to accommodate&nbsp;50 passengers at a time. The conceptualisation and design work for the aircraft has already begun.
The supersonic will be able to fly seven times as fast as a regular long-distance passenger plane.
The company also plans to launch&nbsp;hybrid-electric supersonic planes in the future.
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As a precautionary measure against the spread of potential fires, the Indian Railways has decided to ban charging of electronic devices during travel at night. Accordi

As a precautionary measure against the spread of potential fires, the Indian Railways has decided to ban charging of electronic devices during travel at night.
According to reports, all charging stations will be switched off between&nbsp;11 pm and 5 am. The Western Railways has already implemented the move.
There have been several incidents of fire due to over-charging on board long-duration trains.
The railways has also announced a number of initiatives against&nbsp;smoking and carrying inflammable items, which could also pose a risk.&nbsp;
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Kashmir is all set to host a 6-day tulip festival, from the 3rd of April in a bid to promote tourism and celebrate the arrival of spring. The festival will host a range

Kashmir is all set to host a 6-day tulip festival, from the 3rd of April in a bid to promote tourism and celebrate the arrival of spring. The festival will host a range of activities like cultural shows and musical evenings. It will have nearly 25 stalls that will display and promote the rich crafts and culture of the valley. Preparations are underway to light the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre and the Hari Parbat Fort. Another event, a houseboat festival is in the pipeline as well and is likely to be held in the month of May.

In a bid to promote domestic travel MakeMytrip collaborated with 22 travel Instagrammers and has released it's film Unseen India on the social media platform.As a

In a bid to promote domestic travel MakeMytrip&nbsp;collaborated with 22 travel Instagrammers and has released it's film Unseen India on the social media platform. As a part of MakeMyTrip&rsquo;s #MyIndia campaign, travel Instagrammers went to 19 states and 3 union territories and have explored over 100 destinations.&nbsp; #MyIndia campaign initially started off on the occasion of Republic Day as India&rsquo;s first travel parade.

In a bid to revive tourism, Thailand will do away with quarantine requirements for vaccinated foreign visitors arriving at the island of Phuket from the 1st of July. A

In a bid to revive tourism, Thailand will do away with quarantine requirements for vaccinated foreign visitors arriving at the island of Phuket from the 1st of July.
According to a Bloomberg report, a proposal to vaccinate 70% of the islands' residents to prepare for the reopening for vaccinated tourists, was approved by a panel chaired by Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-Ocha.
The phased reopening will be tested with Phuket, before being expanded to other tourist hotspots, relying on the tourism industry.

The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, located on the foothills of Zabarwan Mountains in Jammu and Kashmir, is all set to reopen for the public from today. Nearly 15

The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, located on the foothills of Zabarwan Mountains in Jammu and Kashmir, has reopened for the public from Thursday.
Nearly 15 lakh bulbs of different tulips have been planted this year with over 64 varieties.
The garden, also 'Asia's largest', had remained closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic and its reopening marks the beginning of a new season of tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.
All Covid-19 protocols, including social distancing and face masks, are mandatory. Expressing joy on the news of its reopening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi too stated that 25th March is special for Jammu and Kashmir.

Israel's El Al airlines tested unvaccinated passengers for Covid-19 before allowing them to board a non-stop flight to New York at the check-in counter as par

Israel's&nbsp;El Al airlines tested&nbsp;unvaccinated passengers for Covid-19 before allowing them to board a non-stop flight to New York at the check-in counter as part of a new pilot programme.&nbsp;
With nearly 40 per cent of Israeli adults already vaccinated, the airline swabbed&nbsp;112 of the 280 passengers on the flight for a rapid antigen test, with results within 15 to 20 minutes.&nbsp;
The aim of the test was to ensure no one on the plane carried the coronavirus or could infect others.&nbsp;

Greece will begin to welcome tourists who either test negative for Covid-19, have antibodies or are vaccinated against the disease from May, Tourism Minister Harry Theo

Greece will begin to welcome tourists who either test negative for Covid-19, have antibodies or are vaccinated against the disease from May, Tourism Minister Harry Theocharis said on Tuesday.
All tourists will be subject to random testing, he said. Tourism accounts for one fifth of the economy in Greece but faced major blows because of the pandemic.
He further added that authorities have plans to prioritise the immunisation of people in the hospitality sector after the vulnerable have been vaccinated.

With an aim to promote yacht tourism, Thailand is allowing visitors to spend their mandatory 2-week Covid-19 quarantine in a yacht! The initiative will also help reviv

With an aim to promote yacht tourism, Thailand is allowing visitors to spend their mandatory 2-week Covid-19 quarantine in a yacht!
The initiative will also help revive the tourism sector of the country, which has been hit hard by the pandemic.
Those visiting Thailand with a negative Covid-19 test report can quarantine on board a yacht or a small cruise ship in Phuket.&nbsp;
Travellers will be given a 'smart wristband' that measures vital parameters like temperature and blood pressure.
A trial run of the program has already begun.&nbsp;

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2021, which is believed to be the largest gathering of people in the world, is scheduled to take place in April, amid the Covid-19 pa

The Maha&nbsp;Kumbh&nbsp;Mela, which is believed to be the largest gathering of people in the world, is scheduled to take place in April 2021 amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
To assist pilgrims and ensure that Covid-19 safety protocols are followed, the Moradabad&nbsp;Railway division has developed an app for pilgrims.
Apart from getting information about trains, pilgrims can gather information about local temples, updated government guidelines for Covid&nbsp;protocols and SMS&nbsp;updates regarding any changes.&nbsp;
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To give tourism a boost and revive traditional cultural activities, the historic Badamwari garden in Srinagar reopened for visitors on the 21st of March. The garden, w

To give tourism a boost and revive traditional cultural activities, the historic Badamwari garden in Srinagar reopened for visitors on the 21st of March.
The garden, which is located in the foothills of Koh-e-Maraan in Srinagar city, is known for its almond bloom.
To announce the reopening, a ceremony was organised, where traditional folk songs and dances were performed.
The famous garden was closed last year, despite due to the Covid-19 outbreak. As per the tourism secretary, the garden will remain open for visitors till the blossom lasts.

Two Disney theme parks in California are all set to reopen to state residents on April 30, according to reports. Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure Pa

Two Disney theme parks in California are all set to reopen to state residents on April 30, according to reports.
Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure Park, will reopen with Covid-19 protocols in place, including temperature checks and social distancing measures. The two parks will operate at 15% capacity and some experiences like parades that draw large crowds, will stay suspended for now.
Like most businesses, the Covid-19 pandemic wreaked havoc for the company, in September Disney laid off about 28,000 workers from its Parks, Experiences and Products division.

In an important milestone, Gujarat's Statue of Unity has crossed the mark of 50 lakh visitors, since it was inaugurated in 2018. Dubbed as the world's tallest statue,

In an important milestone, the Statue of Unity in Gujarat's Kevadia has crossed the 50 lakh visitors mark, since it was inaugurated in 2018.
Dubbed as the world's tallest statue, it has become a hotspot for international tourists.
The tourist site reopened for the public on the 17th of October last year, after being closed for nearly 7 months due to the pandemic.
To enhance connectivity to Kevadia, 8 new trains from different parts of India were recently added. Additionally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a seaplane service between Sabarmati river in Ahmedabad and Statue of Unity.

Bengaluru is all set to get India's first centralised AC railway terminal. The terminal, which has been named after Bharat Ratna Sir M Visvesvaraya, will be inaugurate

Bengaluru is all set to get India's first centralised AC railway terminal.
The terminal, which has been named after Bharat Ratna Sir M Visvesvaraya, will be inaugurated later this month,
It is built along the lines of the Bengaluru&nbsp;airport. The state-of-the-art terminal comes with a VIP&nbsp;lounge, a food court and a waiting hall.
The new terminal will allow more trains to metros like Mumbai and Chennai from Bengaluru.

Udhampur's Kud Tulip Garden has become a tourist hotspot. Over 9000 tulips have been planted in Highland Park in the Kud area of Udhampur district, an ANI report said.

Udhampur's Kud Tulip Garden has become a tourist hotspot. Over 9000 tulips have been planted in Highland Park in the Kud area of Udhampur district, an ANI report said. As of now, there are no time restrictions and no fee is being charged for visitors. The park, which has been established by the Department of Floriculture, is now home to tulips of five different colours.

There's a private island up for grabs in the Bahamas and that means 730 acres of vast forested hills and pristine white beaches to call your own. Little Ragged Island,

There's a private island up for grabs in the Bahamas and that means 730 acres of vast forested hills and pristine white beaches to call your own.
Little Ragged Island, also known as St Andrew's is being auctioned by&nbsp;Concierge Auctions, which is a US real estate company.&nbsp;
The island has been listed for&nbsp;$19.5 million.&nbsp;
The island has enough space to build an entire resort with an 18-hole golf course!
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Wildlife enthusiasts, this one's for you! It will now be possible for you to book night safaris at three national parks in Madhya Pradesh, a Times of India report has s

Wildlife enthusiasts, this one's for you! It will now be possible for you to book night safaris at three national parks in Madhya Pradesh, a Times of India report has said. This has been introduced in a bid to boost tourism. Those interested can book their tickets on the Wildlife Safari Reservation portal. The three national parks offering the unique experience include Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park and Pench National Park. Visitors will be able to spot deer, tigers, wild boars, leopards and nocturnal birds in their natural habitats.

Celebrating International Women's Day 2021, Air Alliance operated its inaugural flight from New Delhi to Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh with an all-women crew. The fli

Celebrating International Women's Day 2021,&nbsp; Alliance Air operated its inaugural flight from New Delhi to Bareilly in Uttar&nbsp;Pradesh with an all-women crew.
The flight is the first domestic commercial one to operate to the newly constructed&nbsp;Bareilly&nbsp;airport.
The Bareilly&nbsp;flight is part of the UDAN scheme by the Government of India.
The all-women crew flight is also a first for Alliance Air.&nbsp;

In a bid to revive its tourism sector, Thailand is planning to relax quarantine rules for foreign visitors from next month, reports the Bangkok Post.

In a bid to revive its tourism sector,&nbsp;Thailand is planning to relax quarantine rules for foreign visitors from next month, reports the Bangkok Post.
The Covid-19 authorities are set to&nbsp;consider on Monday a proposal that will allow foreign visitors to leave their hotel rooms after three days of a mandatory two-week quarantine, the report said.
The relaxation will initially be implemented&nbsp;at top five tourist destinations such as Phuket and Krabi&nbsp;and might be completely waived for vaccinated travellers.&nbsp;

Get that gold! France's Eiffel Tower getting makeover for 2024 Olympics

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