Lakshadweep has become very popular, with online searches for cruises there increasing by 200%. Thomas Cook, a travel company, reported a 950% jump in Lakshadweep searches compared to December.  Other Indian beaches like Tarkarli in Maharashtra, Devbagh in Karnataka, and Radhanagar Beach in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are also getting more attention.  Even lesser-known ...

The leader of the Jumhooree Party in the Maldives, Qasim Ibrahim, has urged President Mohammed Muizzu to say sorry to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India.  This comes at a time when there’s rising tension between India and Maldives. The issue started after President Muizzu visited China and made some controversial remarks. ...

Three Maldivian ministers have been suspended for making derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lakshadweep. This has strained relations between India and the Maldives. Tensions have risen between India and the Maldives due to insulting comments by Maldivian ministers. Indian tourists are canceling their trips, and celebrities are promoting Lakshadweep as an alternative ...