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Narmada river after authorities released water from the Bargi dam following monsoon rains, in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh
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People participate in a bull race at a paddy field, in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal
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A Red-collared lorikeet sits on the finger of a visitor during the All Breeds Open Dog Show, in Thiruvananthapuram
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A drone view shows the Cathedral of Brasilia, designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, illuminated at night, in Brasilia, Brazil
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Yatra organisers bar tourists from taking photos, force them to remove shoes in Meghalaya cave
Locals have consistently objected to attempts to designate the cave as a religious site, insisting it is a geological heritage location, not a shrine. Over 250 yatris arrived at the natural sandstone cave to offer prayers, drawing strong resentment from the Dorbar Shnong (village council) and many members of the local tribal community. Mawsynram (Meghalaya), Aug 3 (PTI) Tourists visiting the Mawjymbuin Cave in Meghalaya's Mawsynram were reportedly asked to remove their shoes and refrain from taking photographs by organisers of a Hindu religious yatra on Sunday, triggering criticism from various quarters, including local tribal groups. Debojit, a tourist from Kolkata, said he and his family were shocked when they were forced to comply with the restrictions. 'We came as tourists, but were treated in a manner we found unacceptable. There should be some logic behind such rules. I have lodged a complaint with the village elders,' he told PTI. The yatra began in recent years, but faced local opposition which led the Dorbar Shnong to impose restrictions on religious activities and littering in the area. The Meghalaya High Court in a recent order permitted the Hindu religious procession to proceed up to the cave, provided it should not disturb public order. Noted geologist Eladbor Laloo countered claims that the cave contains a 'holy Shiva Lingam'. 'The structure inside the Mawjymbuin Cave is not a holy Shiva Lingam, but a stalagmite formed through natural limestone deposition over millions of years,' Laloo stated. He explained that the cave is part of a limestone formation shaped by water seepage through cracks over geological time, forming stalactites and stalagmites. He said thousands of geology students visit the site each year as part of their academic fieldwork. Laloo urged tourism guides and stakeholders to promote the cave as a site of geological importance, not religious significance. 'Tourists must verify the origins of the places they admire before assigning religious sentiment,' he said. While the yatra organisers maintained strict protocols for their members, there was noticeably less littering in the cave vicinity and along the route – unlike in previous years, when visitors had left behind discarded plates, food, and plastic bottles. They, however, expressed satisfaction over the peaceful and successful completion of the event. Security was tight, with hundreds of police personnel and magistrates deployed along the yatra route to ensure safety and maintain order. PTI JOP NN This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
India.com
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These islands of the world are ruled by animals; they are scary, but you will cherish the view, entry of humans banned on one due to...
New Delhi: Those of you who have ever travelled to an island you must have experienced the amazing joy and adventure these places offer. A beautiful island fills your life with enthralling memories and a lifetime experience. There are many popular islands across the world, including in India, which are the favourite destinations of tourists. But today we will tell you about such islands of the world, where animals rule. Hardly any humans reside there. These islands are known by the name of some animal or the other. Let's know about the animal islands of the world. Snake Island, Brazil Snake Island is very famous in Brazil. This island, built at a distance of a total of 90 miles from the city of Sao Paulo, is full of snakes. Golden Loss Head Viper snakes are seen here. It is said about them that they are more poisonous than other snakes. This island is spread over 100 acres, and more than 4,500 snakes live here. This place is so dangerous that the Brazilian government has banned the entry of humans here. Pig Island, Bahamas You must have often seen pigs playing in the mud or in the cities. But on Pig Island in the Bahamas, you get to see different species of pigs. The Bahamas is a small group of islands in the Caribbean. The water here is crystal clear. Here you can see pigs bathing in the sand and swimming in the sea instead of humans. Here, humans can swim with pigs and also take pictures with them. Rabbit Island, Japan This island in Japan houses many wild rabbits who can be seen swimming in the water. It is said that rabbits were brought here for a test during the war. But after the war, a park was developed here, and the rabbits were left here. Currently, more than 750 rabbits live here. Cat Island, Japan Japanese people love cats very much. This is the reason why more than 12 cat islands have been formed in this country. The most famous cat island here is Aoshima. As soon as you get off the boat, you will see cats playing everywhere. Apart from roaming on the island, tourists can feed the cats. They are also allowed to take selfies with the cats. This island is like a paradise for cat lovers. Komodo National Park, Indonesia There is an island in Indonesia that is the home of the Komodo dragon. It is considered the world's largest lizard. Let us tell you that Komodo dragons are very large creatures. Its length is 10 feet, and its weight is up to 300 pounds. You will not find this creature anywhere else in the world except here. These deadly animals can be seen only under protection.
News18
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Sri Lanka starts issuing temporary driving license to tourists at airport
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Colombo, Aug 3 (PTI) Sri Lanka on Sunday launched a programme to issue temporary driving licenses to tourists at the international airport. 'Foreign tourists and even Sri Lankan visitors to the country, who are not dual citizens, would be issued these licenses valid for a month," Kamal Amarasinghe, the chief of the Motor Traffic Department, said here. The tourists getting these temporary licenses would, however, be not eligible to drive heavy vehicles and three wheeler tuk-tuks, Amarasingha said. Currently, any tourists could have obtained a license at the Department's Colombo suburban facility following the due process, he said, adding, the new arrangement is a more swift process where tourists can self drive. PTI CORR NPK NPK First Published: August 03, 2025, 20:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
