An Uttar Pradesh minister has defended the proposed 10 per cent increase in electricity bills, saying people should ‘take it positively’ as the government is dealing with rising energy costs amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.

One of the favourite overseas destinations for Indian travellers, Sri Lanka continues to attract tourists with its scenic beauty, cultural heritage and affordable travel options. With visa-free entry benefits and growing UPI acceptance, visiting the island nation has become more convenient.

In collaboration with the Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and Wlkers Tours, the City of Dreams Sri Lanka has partnered with FitsAir for direct scheduled passenger flights connecting Ahmedabad and the Lankan capital Colombo.