Indian travel buffs are opting for destinations that provide an escape from the ominous heat, along with coastal regions within the country and countries offering visa-free travel.

Hostels, guesthouses and homestays are widely available, with options like Zostel and Moustache Hostel ... especially in spiritual destinations like Rishikesh or Varanasi. Getting Around India ...

Meanwhile, Dharamveer Singh Chouhan, CEO and co-founder, Zo World and Zostel, expects 15-20 per cent growth in occupancy. It will be driven by the rising popularity of hostels in offbeat destinations ...

In a shocking incident, five individuals, including two women, were arrested on Sunday for allegedly assaulting an ex-serviceman and his wife in the Bhalla Farm area of Rishikesh, police said.

Rishikesh is almost a rite of passage for young travellers in India. Its accessibility from Delhi, and a mix of religious and hippie culture makes it a destination worth bookmarking for the summers.

The lead actors and the film’s star cast were in Rishikesh to complete a schedule of the film. After performing the Ganga aarti on Day 1, the actors have now completed shooting in Rishikesh. Varun and ...