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Want to own a private island in the Maldives? 16 islands up for auction
Want to own a private island in the Maldives, which is described as a tourist’s paradise? Then get ready. The Maldivian government is set to auction off 16 islands on a 50-year lease. The islands in this paradise are prepared for sale with strict conditions that should not be taken for granted. Island buyers should be prepared to build a resort there. Corona has had a serious impact on the economy of the Maldives. Where tourism is the main source of income. The government’s latest move is aimed at recovering the country’s lost wealth. Winners of the auction have 36 ... Read more
Government will ensure complete vaccination in the tourism sector: Minister Mohammed Riyaz
Efforts are being made to make Kerala Tourism a fully vaccinated sector. The government aims to vaccinate as many people as possible in the tourism sector before next season, Tourism Minister P.A. Muhammad Riyaz said. Tourists will come to Kerala, Only if there is a sense of security. Everyone in the sector should register and complete the vaccination as soon as possible. This is important to revive Kerala tourism in the next season itself. Hotel, resort, and restaurant sector employees, and all entrepreneurs must register to receive the vaccine. Most of the people in this field are 18-45 years old. ... Read more
The only island in the world where women have absolute power
Estonia’s Kihnu is the only island in the world where women have absolute power. Women are the ones who govern and make decisions. There are not only women but also men here. The wives and children are secured on the island and the men stay at sea for several months for daily needs, a group of women takes care of the whole country. This small island is another name for decades of tradition and culture. Kihnu Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island has a population of 604 and is home to seven villages and beautiful beaches. Most ... Read more
Processed & organic certified jackfruit from Bengaluru, exported to Germany
In a boost to exports of organic products, a consignment of 10.20 MT of value-added products of organically certified gluten-free jackfruit powder & retort-packed jackfruit cubes were exported to Germany from Bengaluru yesterday via sea route. The has been processed in the APE jackfruit DA assisted packhouse owned by Phalada Agro Research Foundations (PARF), Bengaluru. APEDA registered PARFrepresents a group of 1500 farmers with a wide coverage of around 12,000 acres of farms. These farmers grow Medicinal and aromatic herbs, coconut, jackfruit, mango puree products, spices, and Coffee. PARF facilitates the certification process as per National Programme for Organic Production ... Read more
Ministry of Ayush organises series of five webinars on “Be with Yoga, Be at Home”
The Ministry of Ayush is organising various activities in the run up to the International Day of Yoga, 2021. One among these is a series of five webinars that the Ministry is organising under the broad theme of “Be with Yoga, Be at Home” in collaboration with five renowned organisations of the country who will present one webinar each on a particular topic of importance in the current scenario. The first among the series will be held on Monday, 24 May by The Art of Living on “Finding inner strength amidst outer crisis.” This series of five insightful webinars is ... Read more
Double masking and Oximeter, can be considered in travels
Launched in China at the end of 2019, Corona is still a global threat. In any case, the only way is to live with it in these times when an immediate return to the old days is not possible. The safety chain should be at every moment of travel. People have learned to live with the corona after days of complete closure. Many of the restrictions imposed by many countries have been changed. People gathered the courage to travel again. Passengers are gradually returning back with the necessary precautions and measures in the current situation. Here are the things to ... Read more
Covaxin is not on the list with the World Health Organization and may affect international travelers
Covaxin, one of the covid vaccines in India, is not included in the World Health Organization’s emergency list. Those who have been vaccinated with covaxin may not be allowed to travel internationally until the vaccine is approved. Only nine countries have approved Covaxin. At the same time, Covishield is recognized by 130 countries around the world. When Bharat Biotech sent a recommendation on Covaxin to the World Health Organization, the World Health Organization guideline showed that “more information is needed”. Currently, about 20 million people in the country have received Covaxin. If approved by the World Health Organization, the vaccine ... Read more
Darwin’s arch, now only in pictures. One of the most beautiful sights in the world has collapsed into the sea
Darwin’s Arch, the most famous natural rock formation in the Galapagos Islands, has collapsed into the sea. Ecuadorian environmentalists say it is the result of landslides. On Tuesday, the Ecuadorian Ministry of the Environment shared a picture on its Facebook page of two rock pillars without an arch at the northern tip of an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, 600 miles (1,000 km) south of South America. The explanation is that it is the end result of the natural erosion here. Darwin’s arch is made of natural stone. It is 43 meters or 141 feet high. Visitors on a diving ... Read more
Tourists can enter these parks without even wearing a mask
Masks have become a part of life since covid shook the world. Only masked faces can be seen everywhere. covid is also a major threat to tourism. A situation where tourists cannot even travel. But in a park in the United States, tourists can travel quietly without even wearing a mask and without following any of the covid protocols. Some theme parks in Florida offer this facility to travelers. Tourists can visit Disney World Park and Universal Orlando Park in Florida without wearing a mask. The facility is provided by the authorities in open spaces. But the mask is mandatory ... Read more
51st IHGF –Delhi Fair-2021 Opens Virtually
The 51st edition of virtual IHGF of Delhi fair (19th -23rd May 2021) inaugurated on 19th May 2021 with a message of the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, for the success of 51st edition of IHGF Delhi Fair. In his message, the Prime Minister appreciated the richness and diversity of our handicrafts which has been a unique feature of our nation’s culture and heritage. Generations of artisans and craftsmen from different regions have enhanced the appeal, adding color and vibrancy to the products. He further mentioned that the fast-changing times, powered by digital technology have helped the handicrafts sector to ... Read more
National Gallery of Modern Art launched Audio-Visual Guide App
The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), New Delhi, launched NGMA’s Audio-Visual Guide App on the occasion of International Museum Day. It will be possible for museum viewers to listen to anecdotes and stories related to the treasured Indian modern art exhibited at the Gallery, on smartphones, anywhere, anytime. The app is an audio-visual guide for exploring the modern art treasures on display across galleries of the Museum. The app is available on both the Google Playstore and the Apple Appstore. To listen to the narrations, users need to download the app and navigate the content using the numbers mentioned. ... Read more
Six Indian tourist destinations have been included in the UNESCO provisional list
Six important places in India have been inscribed on UNESCO’s provisional World Heritage List. Union Tourism Minister Prahlad Patel made the announcement. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has handed over to UNESCO a list of nine historic Indian sites to be inscribed on the World Heritage List. Six of the sites were selected by UNESCO. Delighted and proud that @ASIGoI had submitted a proposal for India’s 9 places for inclusion in tentative list of UNESCO, where six sites have selected in Tentative Lists of @UNESCO World Heritage Site. pic.twitter.com/CImxnYozR3 — Ministry of Culture (@MinOfCultureGoI) May 19, 2021 The provisional ... Read more
Disneyland in Paris will open on June 17
The most famous Disneyland in Paris, which attracts a large number of tourists, will be open from June 17. Disneyland, which employs about 17,000 people, was closed from March 13 to July 15 last year. Although the covid cases were later at least, the second wave was strong and closed again on April 2 this year. Many tourists came here in February. Last month, the French government turned Disneyland into a covid vaccination center. People over the age of six are required to wear a mask and maintain social distance. Only those who have booked in advance can enter the ... Read more
Congratulations Shri. Mohammad Riyaz- May he be able to play an important role in protecting tourism in Kerala
The Tourism Samrakshana Samithi serves as the common platform for the Tourism industry in Kerala. Here it joins hand together Large, Medium, Small, Micro entrepreneurs and it represents the employees who all work in various segments and departments of Hospitality, Tour, Travel, including the guides, Drivers, and who take tourism as their livelihood. Here all work together to enhance our Vision, maximize networking opportunities and develop Sustainable Tourism in this state. The Kerala Tourism industry awaiting an immediate relief measure from the state government. Thousands of employees are in crisis. Schools are going to open, not sure how to find ... Read more
Kozhikode Thirikakkayam Falls overflowed in the first rain
The cold water flowing from the Western Ghats revived the Kozhikode Thirikkayam waterfall. This natural spring, which dried up in the summer, overflowed during the first rains. With this, tourists from all over Kerala although has to be reached, but at the lockdown, everything came to a standstill. Many roads have been closed due to covid restrictions and many roads have been closed due to police surveillance. In the past, tourists used to come here to enjoy the cool waters of the fresh rain. But in this lockdown, only children living nearby can play and bathe.