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India.com
3 days ago
- India.com
Solo Traveler's Guide For Safe And Fun Adventures In Chamba
Chamba, a small town located amidst the calmness of Himachal Pradesh, is an ideal place for solitary journeyers who want adventure and tranquillity at the same time. This ancient town, situated in the lap of Himalayas, is a perfect mix of cultural heritage sites, breathtaking sceneries and adventurous expeditions suitable for singles. Whether you are a seasoned traveller or about to embark on your maiden solo voyage, Chamba guarantees you a safe voyage as well as an opportunity to learn new things from its kind residents. 1. Discovering Chamba Chamba opens its arms wide to travellers due to its outstanding beauty which remains untouched since inception. The city was founded during the 10th century and has several ancient shrines, palaces and beautiful places that show off the rich culture that existed there. At an altitude of around 996 metres above sea level, this town enjoys moderate weather all year round but summer season proves to be the most attractive for tourists. 2. Getting There and Getting Around For single travellers, accessing Chamba requires travelling through mountains with stunning views. Dharamshala houses the closest airport which is approximately 180 kilometres away while the major railway station is Pathankot. Buses or taxis are available from these points which will take you through an astounding drive towards Chamba. Inside the town one can simply walk around if they want to get absorbed into its beauty. With narrow streets full of traditional houses, bustling markets full of locals' life and River Ravi flowing silently nearby create an atmosphere where one would enjoy walking without haste. 3. Safe Accommodation Choices Solo travellers can find different types of accommodations in Chamba including budget guesthouses where people spend their nights only; small cosy homes where guests enjoy some home-like comfort; up-to-date hotels providing all possible conditions for living comfortably. It is necessary to choose centrally located accommodations so that you can easily access other local places of interest and facilities, thus enhancing both safety and convenience. In order to secure your preferred choice, it is advisable to make a reservation in advance especially during the peak tourist season. 4. Embracing Cultural and Historical Marvels A visit to Chamba is like entering into an era of yore which is full of architectural marvels as well as cultural delights. Among these are temples with Lakshmi Narayan Temple being one of them, Chamunda Devi Temple and Bhuri Singh Museum hosting various artworks related to this region's past. While in Chamba, solo travellers may take up heritage walks within the old town or guided tours around temples and palaces where they can meet Pahari miniature painters and crafters famous for their work. By engaging with the local people, one not only has a better experience but also forms meaningful relationships with them. 5. Adventure Beckons Apart from its cultural magnificence, there are numerous activities you can do at Chamba that will excite your adrenaline while keeping you engulfed by natural beauty around. Avid trekkers have an opportunity to indulge themselves in some trails leading to such picturesque destinations as Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary providing breathtaking views of Dhauladhar Range or Chamera Lake perfect for water sports such as boating and fishing. Dalhousie on the other hand takes only a short drive from here offering another chance for exploration besides its colonial architecture plus wide open spaces. Visiting places near Khajjiar commonly known as 'Mini Switzerland' adds more appeal to travelling alone across this part of India. 6. Navigating Safety Issues Generally, Chamba is safe for travellers regardless if they are solo or not; however, basic precautions should be observed. It is advisable to avoid lonely sections after dark and also have information on local customs as well as regulations. Having a local SIM card for emergency purposes and keeping the duplicates of essential documents will make your journey easy. Additionally, having knowledge about climatic conditions particularly in the winter season will lead to smooth transportation services. Delights A trip without tasting new dishes is incomplete since Chamba has a wide range of Himachali foods. Regional culinary delights are favourites with tourists such as Babru and Mittha, chana madra, siddu for breakfast, etc. Travellers can try out these interesting dishes at street food huts or small cafes in Chamba so that they can enjoy the authentic taste of Himachal Pradesh. Conclusion Chamba offers an excellent place for solo explorers looking for unforgettable experiences due to its harmonised cultural heritage with immense natural beauties as well as a warm welcome. The town promises more than meets the eye whether you wish to walk around ancient temples, view beautiful scenery or just be part of peace in the Himalayas. The city beckons single travellers with safety measures in place, a vast mixture of attractions and opportunities to learn their cultures like no other place in India's most famous state Himachal Pradesh. Therefore , carry your bags and set off on a lone trip heading towards Chamba where you will discover what makes it so special within majestic Himalayas.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Express News Quiz: Sirens, Japanese healing hand & IPL
Welcome to The Indian Express' weekly news quiz. You know the drill — there are 10 quiz questions below, woven around major events from India and the world. Your job is to sniff out the answers while being mindful of the timer. Any score above 80 will be commendable. Good luck, and see you on the other side! Before you try our other games, a look at the rich stories that couldn't make it into the quiz this week: 600-million-year-old stromatolites in the Himalayas tell the story of an ocean lost and Earth's first breath | Warfare at night, deepfakes by day: The anatomy of a rumour in modern era conflicts | Vanishing voices of the mountains: The struggle to preserve Pahari languages More from Express Puzzles & Games BEGINNERS | The IE Mini Crossword, made with Indian English MEDIUM | Digital Sudoku with pen, pencil and checking tools EXPERT | Chess strategy puzzle: find best moves, solve trivia Aishwarya Khosla is a journalist currently serving as Deputy Copy Editor at The Indian Express. Her writings examine the interplay of culture, identity, and politics. She began her career at the Hindustan Times, where she covered books, theatre, culture, and the Punjabi diaspora. Her editorial expertise spans the Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab and Online desks. She was the recipient of the The Nehru Fellowship in Politics and Elections, where she studied political campaigns, policy research, political strategy and communications for a year. She pens The Indian Express newsletter, Meanwhile, Back Home. Write to her at or You can follow her on Instagram: @ink_and_ideology, and X: @KhoslaAishwarya. ... Read More
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Express News Quiz: Booker win, Aishwarya Rai at Cannes & Maoists
Welcome to The Indian Express' weekly news quiz. You know the drill — there are 10 quiz questions below, woven around major events from India and the world. Your job is to sniff out the answers while being mindful of the timer. Any score above 80 will be commendable, earning you a shoutout on @iepuzzles, our hub for brainteasers on Instagram. Good luck, and see you on the other side! Before you try our other games, a look at the rich stories that couldn't make it into the quiz this week: Vanishing voices of the mountains: The struggle to preserve Pahari languages | From Manusmriti to British Empire: what history tells us about the practice of manual scavenging in India | Agatha Christie is back—but would she approve of this AI seance? More from Express Puzzles & Games BEGINNERS | The IE Mini Crossword, made with Indian English MEDIUM | Digital Sudoku with pen, pencil and checking tools EXPERT | Chess strategy puzzle: find best moves, solve trivia Aishwarya Khosla is a journalist currently serving as Deputy Copy Editor at The Indian Express. Her writings examine the interplay of culture, identity, and politics. She began her career at the Hindustan Times, where she covered books, theatre, culture, and the Punjabi diaspora. Her editorial expertise spans the Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab and Online desks. She was the recipient of the The Nehru Fellowship in Politics and Elections, where she studied political campaigns, policy research, political strategy and communications for a year. She pens The Indian Express newsletter, Meanwhile, Back Home. Write to her at or You can follow her on Instagram: @ink_and_ideology, and X: @KhoslaAishwarya. ... Read More
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India eyes new markets after record-breaking exports: Tea Board
NEW DELHI: India's tea exports have reached a record high, with the country exporting 255 million kilograms of tea worth $924 million in 2024. To sustain this growth, the Tea Board of India is exploring new international markets while maintaining traditional ones. Tea Board India's Deputy Chairman Saurav Pahari on Wednesday highlighted that India's tea exports have increased by 10% from 2023, reaching a 10-year high. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Speaking at an event celebrating International Tea Day in the national capital, Pahari said, "Indian exports are doing very well. It's unprecedented. We exported USD 924 million worth of tea. We're now reaching out to newer markets while maintaining our traditional ones." India is currently the second-largest tea exporter, surpassing Sri Lanka. The Tea Board is targeting non-traditional markets like Canada and Australia, which have shown increasing interest in Indian tea varieties. Live Events The Board plans to enhance tea tasting infrastructure across growing regions and introduce globally certified courses to develop professional tea tasters and establish centers for tea tasting certification that will promote brand value and export readiness. The Tea Board will engage youth in tea-growing regions as master trainers to build a skilled workforce. "Youth in tea growing regions will be engaged as master trainers by partnering with companies," Pahari explained. The Board also announced plans to collaborate with the Spice Board to create innovative tea flavours for export markets, leveraging India's expertise in both sectors. The comprehensive approach combining market expansion, infrastructure development, and skilled workforce training demonstrates India's commitment to strengthening its position in the global tea market. India accounts for 10 per cent of the world's tea exports, sending tea to more than 25 countries, including the UAE, Iran, Russia, the USA, the UK, Iraq, and others. Black tea accounts for 96% of exports. The government has also undertaken several initiatives through the Tea Board, including the formation of more than 300 Self-Help Groups (SHG), more than 400 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPO) and 17 Farmer Producer Companies (FPC).
Economic Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
India eyes new markets after record-breaking exports: Tea Board
TIL Creatives The Tea Board will engage youth in tea-growing regions as master trainers to build a skilled workforce. NEW DELHI: India's tea exports have reached a record high, with the country exporting 255 million kilograms of tea worth $924 million in 2024. To sustain this growth, the Tea Board of India is exploring new international markets while maintaining traditional ones. Tea Board India's Deputy Chairman Saurav Pahari on Wednesday highlighted that India's tea exports have increased by 10% from 2023, reaching a 10-year high. Speaking at an event celebrating International Tea Day in the national capital, Pahari said, "Indian exports are doing very well. It's unprecedented. We exported USD 924 million worth of tea. We're now reaching out to newer markets while maintaining our traditional ones." India is currently the second-largest tea exporter, surpassing Sri Lanka. The Tea Board is targeting non-traditional markets like Canada and Australia, which have shown increasing interest in Indian tea varieties. The Board plans to enhance tea tasting infrastructure across growing regions and introduce globally certified courses to develop professional tea tasters and establish centers for tea tasting certification that will promote brand value and export Tea Board will engage youth in tea-growing regions as master trainers to build a skilled workforce."Youth in tea growing regions will be engaged as master trainers by partnering with companies," Pahari explained. The Board also announced plans to collaborate with the Spice Board to create innovative tea flavours for export markets, leveraging India's expertise in both comprehensive approach combining market expansion, infrastructure development, and skilled workforce training demonstrates India's commitment to strengthening its position in the global tea accounts for 10 per cent of the world's tea exports, sending tea to more than 25 countries, including the UAE, Iran, Russia, the USA, the UK, Iraq, and others. Black tea accounts for 96% of government has also undertaken several initiatives through the Tea Board, including the formation of more than 300 Self-Help Groups (SHG), more than 400 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPO) and 17 Farmer Producer Companies (FPC).
