Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas on Tuesday launched the Kerala Agri Tourism Network-Farm Tourism as a major initiative of the globally-acclaimed Responsible Tourism project of the state to ensure monetary benefits to agricultural community by linking farming activities with tourism. The Minister also inaugurated a state-level training programme to create trained manpower to […]
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Fairs, exhibitions to be allowed in Delhi from Thursday
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Sep
Sep
Public fairs and exhibitions will be allowed in Delhi from Thursday, under a phased reopening of economic activities interrupted by the lockdown during the second wave of COVID-19 in the city. In an order issued on Wednesday, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) said banquet halls in the city will be allowed to hold such […]
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Kerala announces comprehensive Caravan Tourism policy
15
Sep
Sep
Rising to the demands and preferences of tourists in the post-pandemic world, Kerala on Thursday announced a comprehensive, stakeholder-friendly Caravan Tourism Policy, promising the visitors safe, customized and closest-to-nature travel experience. This marks a paradigm shift in almost three decades after the state made it big with houseboat tourism that provided a unique experience to […]
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Sep
Sep
Two new books offer readers with doable tips and innovative ways to lead a more “eco-conscious life” by cutting out on unnecessary consumption and reduce their waste footprint. Published by Hachette India, “(IM)Perfectly Zero Waste: A No-Nonsense Guide to Living Sustainably in India” and “The Everyday Eco-Warrior: 110 Easy Tips for a Zero-Waste Life”, is […]
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A two days’ conference of Tourism and Culture Ministers of North Eastern States to be held on 13-14th September in Guwahati
12
Sep
Sep
Union Minister of Tourism, Culture and DoNER, Shri G. Kishan Reddy and Chief Minister of Assam Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma will address the inaugural session of two days conference of the Tourism and Culture Ministers of the states of North Eastern Region on 13th September 2021 in Guwahati. Ministry of Tourism, Government of India is […]
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Dive into the mesmerizing experience of the Maldives
12
Sep
Sep
From Wellness and Adventure to Live like a local’ and Family-time, Maldives is for everyone! Visit this island nation and get spoilt What comes to your mind initially when you think of the Maldives? A string of pearls scattered across the equator over the deep blue Indian Ocean? Or, the beautiful atolls, sparkling white beaches, […]
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Hirakhand Express with modern Linke-Hofmann-Busch (LHB) coaches flagged off
11
Sep
Sep
Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Union Minister of Railways, Communication, Electronics & Information Technology, and Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Union Minister of Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, flagged off the new modern LHB Rake of Train No. 08445/08446 Bhubaneswar-Jagadalpur-Bhubaneswar, Hirakhand Express, today evening, through video conferencing from Rail Bhawan, New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion, Shri […]
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WTTC warns South African economy could see losses of ZAR 181 million
09
Sep
Sep
According to research conducted by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the South African economy could face massive losses of more than ZAR 181 million every week it’s on the UK’s ‘red list’ for travel. The comprehensive study conducted by WTTC, reveals the staggering consequences the UK ‘red list’ represents to the South African […]
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Tigress gives birth to 2 cubs in Panna reserve
09
Sep
Sep
An eight-year-old tigress has given birth to two cubs in Madhya Pradesh’s Panna Tiger Reserve, a senior forest official said. The tiger reserve management had the information about the birth of the cubs of tigress named T-234, but they were captured on cameras for the first time last week, Panna Tiger Reserve’s (PTR) field director […]
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J-K Tourism dept lines up activities to attract tourists
08
Sep
Sep
The Jammu and Kashmir Tourism department has lined up various activities, including promoting destination festivals and organizing dedicated trekking expeditions, to attract tourists to the union territory. This was said at a meeting chaired by Chief Secretary A K Mehta held to review various activities being undertaken by the Tourism department. Administrative Secretary, Tourism department […]
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Indian Railways plans to run 261 Ganapati Special Trains
08
Sep
Sep
Central Railway to run 201 Ganapati Special Trains, Western Railway to run 42 Ganapati Special Trains, Konkan Rail Corporation Limited (KRCL) to run 18 Ganapati Special Trains These special trains have started its services and shall run till 20th September, 2021 These are fully reserved trains with special fare. For the convenience of passengers during […]
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Sep
Sep
The Mettupalayam-Ooty mountain train service resumed on Monday. The train service was launched four months later as part of the reopening of tourist destinations in Tamil Nadu following the slowdown in covid expansion. The train will leave Mettupalayam at 7.10 am daily and reach Ooty at 11.55 am. The train will return from Ooty at […]
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WTTC responds to the latest recommendations from the EU
06
Sep
Sep
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO said: “Protecting public health must remain the priority and WTTC strongly supports safety protocols to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, the EU’s recommendation to reimpose restrictions on U.S. travellers is a step backwards and will only slow down the recovery of the sector. “With high vaccination levels in […]
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Sep
Sep
The Philippines has extended the ban on travelers from 10 countries, including India, until September 5. The government told reporters on Tuesday that President Rodrigo Duterte had approved the extension of the travel ban. The move comes amid a threat of a Delta virus outbreak. People from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the United […]
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Parambikulam tiger reserve will be opened on Monday
05
Sep
Sep
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve will be opened to visitors from Monday. Tourists will be allowed in accordance with the covid regulations. Media reported that tourists have not been allowed into the tourism sector in Parambikulam for a year and a half. Admission is restricted only to tourists booked through the website http://www.parambikulam.org. Each person should get […]