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Goa Plans Caravan Tourism and Hot Air Balloon Rides to Boost Year-Round Footfall

Goa's Tourism Department is planning over 60 new activities across 11 categories, including caravan tourism, hot air balloon rides, feni trails, and wildlife safaris. Operators must have an average annual turnover of ₹50 lakh in any three of the last five years and at least three years of relevant experience. A fixed annual licence fee of ₹5 lakh will be charged to register these activities. Some initiatives, such as seaplane services and paragliding, were previously attempted but failed.

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Indian man lived in a caravan for two years, traveling from Spiti to Kanyakumari

In 2016, Vimal Geethanandan left his home in Andhra Pradesh, planning a trip of one and a half years, but ended up traveling for six years. In 2019, he bought a second-hand van and converted it into a caravan with a bed, kitchen, shower, and a 350 W solar panel. Over two years of active caravanning, he traveled from Kanyakumari to Spiti, passing through several states. The story was republished as archival content.

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Odisha to open caravan parks at seven eco-tourism sites

The Odisha Forest Department plans to develop caravan parks at seven eco-tourism destinations, including wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. Each site will accommodate a maximum of 4-5 caravans, with a parking fee of INR 1,000 per night. Strict rules apply: feeding animals, loud music, fireworks, and sewage disposal are prohibited. Bookings will be made via the EcoTour Odisha portal, and only government-approved operators will be allowed.

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Odisha to roll out caravan tourism in 7 eco-tourism sites

The Odisha Forest Department has issued a standard operating procedure for caravan parks at seven eco-tourism sites, including Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary and Similipal Tiger Reserve. Each park will accommodate 4–5 caravans with minimal eco-friendly infrastructure, no permanent construction, and strict waste management rules. Booking is via the Ecotour Odisha portal, with a parking fee of Rs 1,000 per night.

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Karnataka bans open safari campers after tourist death in Dubare

Following the death of a 33-year-old tourist in the Dubare elephant camp on May 18, 2026, Karnataka's Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre ordered the replacement of open safari campers with fully enclosed buses and mandated safety upgrades including iron mesh and first-aid kits.

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250 Liters of Diesel Stolen from Trailer in Ikauna

Approximately 250 liters of diesel were stolen from a trailer parked near the Ikauna tehsil crossing in Shravasti district early Saturday morning. The driver, Pawan Kumar Pal, was asleep in the vehicle at the time. Pal, a resident of Bhandah village in Pratapgarh, was transporting an excavator from Banda to Bhinnga. Police have registered a complaint and launched an investigation.

IN India

Top 10 Best Portable Refrigerator for Car, Trucks and Camping (2026 Guide)

A ranking of portable car refrigerators for 2026 has been published. The list includes 10 models with compressor and thermoelectric cooling, capacities ranging from 8 to 76 quarts. Units support 12/24V DC and 100–240V AC power, with some models compatible with solar panels. Most compressor refrigerators can freeze items down to -20°C, while thermoelectric units cool to +4°C and heat to +60°C.

Giant motor caravans for Gwalior

Two large motor caravans for hunting, ordered by the late Maharaja of Gwalior, are being shipped from England to India. The front section, called a 'Flat-a-van,' is powered by a 50 HP engine and can accommodate eight people for dining. The rear is a trailer with a dormitory. The total length is 45 feet, weight ten tons, cost £3,000.

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Govt proposes standards for tractor ACs, troop carrier & trailer caravan approval

India's road transport ministry has proposed new technical standards for testing air conditioning and heating systems in agricultural tractor cabins, along with type approval norms for troop carriers and trailer caravans. The draft standards aim to regulate the growing caravan tourism sector, ease registration of modified troop carriers, and improve working conditions for farmers. The proposal covers conventional tractors but excludes hybrid and electric models.

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