It was over bowls of ice-cold watermelon fragrant with mint that I sat chatting with SiddharthDhanvant Shanghvi, an award-winning Mumbai novelist who had recently relocated to Goa. We were onthe ...

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Located on the western coast of India, Goa is famous for its sandy shorelines, tropical topography and laid-back atmosphere. Even with its history as a beach destination, the main draw to the city ...

GOA, India — “No fighting about religion in Goa,” called our driver over his shoulder as we bounced down a rutted road to the beach in this tiny state in southwest India. We’d remarked about the ...

Save emergency numbers such as 100 (Police), the nearest hospital and local fire helplines. In Goa, fire services can be ...

In 2025, travel patterns across India showed a clear shift. Official tourism data revealed that travellers moved beyond beach-focused destinations, with inland and spiritually significant states ...