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CaucasTours, a top adventure tourism company based in Georgia, has rolled out a fresh selection of winter adventure packages for the 2024-25 season. The new offerings promise to provide travelers with an exciting chance to explore Georgia’s stunning Caucasus Mountains in ways never before available, all while focusing on sustainable tourism and authentic cultural experiences. More Snowy Paths, Fewer Crowds: A Unique Winter Experience For those who dream of trekking…

Georgia’s business confidence has dropped significantly in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest report from the International School of Economics at Tbilisi State University (ISET). The report reveals that the business confidence index fell by 8.8 points, reaching a negative value of -5.0, a trend driven by poor performance and pessimistic projections across key sectors, especially in services and agriculture. Dramatic Decline in Services Sector The most…

Calls for independent investigations after allegations of excessive force, torture, and arbitrary detention during November and December 2024 protests On January 28, 2025, United Nations human rights experts issued a strong statement calling for the Georgian government to investigate allegations of excessive police force during protests in late 2024. The experts raised serious concerns over reports of torture, ill-treatment, and arbitrary detentions during demonstrations that shook Tbilisi and other regions…

Tbilisi City Hall confirms restoration of payment system after technical glitches linked to suspected cyberattack On January 24, 2025, Tbilisi City Hall announced that the payment system for public transport in the capital has been fully restored following a temporary shutdown caused by a suspected cyberattack. The glitch had disrupted the payment process for passengers, triggering errors and causing some buses and minibuses to play unexpected audio clips during transactions.…

CaucasTours is ready to take adventure seekers on a thrilling journey through Georgia’s stunning winter landscapes with upgraded winter adventure packages for the 2024-25 season. Known for promoting sustainable tourism practices, the company is offering even more exciting opportunities for travelers to immerse themselves in the wild beauty of the Caucasus Mountains. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a gentle snowshoe hike or an expert eager to test your skills…

A recent guideline from the World Health Organization (WHO) has sparked new conversations around the health benefits of swapping regular salt for potassium-based alternatives. With hypertension affecting nearly 35.5% of India’s population, this guideline might just be a game-changer in the battle against high blood pressure and heart disease. The Growing Concern of Hypertension in India Hypertension, often called the “silent killer,” affects millions across the globe, and India is…

Stargazers are in for a rare treat as six planets align in a stunning “planetary parade,” offering a spectacle visible from January 21 to 29, 2025. The alignment features Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, lighting up the night sky in a broad arc. This celestial phenomenon is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, particularly in India, where the planets will be visible to the naked eye, making this an event you…

US President Donald Trump and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk have both vowed to return two astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS) “as soon as possible,” despite NASA already planning their return in March. The astronauts, Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, have been stranded in space since June due to a series of technical issues with the Boeing Starliner capsule originally meant for their return. SpaceX’s Role in the Astronauts’…

Steve Smith has achieved another milestone in his cricket career, becoming the fourth Australian to score 10,000 Test runs. But alongside his personal achievement, the Australian selectors have found themselves in the spotlight, especially with the controversial omission of spinner Todd Konstas. In a historic moment for Australian cricket, Steve Smith joined an exclusive club of players who have scored 10,000 Test runs. Reaching this milestone in Sri Lanka’s Galle,…

Despite a slight dip in collections after the Republic Day weekend, ‘Sky Force’ is steadily climbing toward the ₹100 crore mark at the box office. Akshay Kumar’s much-anticipated action drama, Sky Force, co-starring Veer Pahariya, has made an impressive start at the box office, crossing ₹75 crore in just five days. Though the movie faced a decline in business post-Republic Day weekend, it has shown remarkable resilience in maintaining its…