There is nothing better than Indian Railways to offer the most beautiful views at a low cost. What makes each train journey different is the pocket-sized cost and unlimited views and experiences. IRCTC has designed special Bharat Darshan Yatras for travelers who want to see India at a low cost. This is the latest in […]
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Motera, the largest cricket stadium in the world inaugurated at Ahmedabad
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Feb
Feb
Now no longer has Melbourne, is number one, Motera becomes the top and the largest cricket stadium in the world. Located in Sabarmati, Ahmedabad, the Motera Stadium is equipped with new decorations and the latest facilities for the 3rdTest match between India and England. The stadium was inaugurated on 24 February 2021 by President Ram […]
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Budget allocation of Tourism Ministry for 2021-22 increased to Rs. 2026.77 Crore
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Feb
Feb
The outlay for Annual Budget 2021-22 of the Ministry of Tourism is Rs. 2026.77 Crore as against the outlay (Rs. 1260.00 Crore) approved for the revised Budget Plan 2020-21. Briefing media about the various budgetary provisions benefitting the tourism sector in New Delhi today, Secretary Tourism, Shri Arvind Singh said that the annual outlay in […]
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Union Budget 2021 : a big let-down for Tourism & Travel Industry- Trade Associations Furious
06
Feb
Feb
The entire Travel and Tourism industry of India was disappointed after the budget announcement on February 1, as the government has completely neglected the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors that need an urgent boost for revival. Tourism has been one of the most severely affected industries due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Still continues to struggle […]
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Indian Tourism Industry feels left out yet again in the union budget and terms it disappointing
02
Feb
Feb
The tourism and travel industry of India was among the worst-hit industries since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. The industry has pinned great hopes on the union budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1. Soon after the budget presentation, the tourism industry was more or less unanimous in saying that the […]
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Save India Tourism Day – Kerala Tourism Trade protest against inaction by Govts on 5th FEB
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Feb
Feb
In an effort to highlight the hapless situation and current plight of the tourism industry in the country, stakeholders of the Kerala tourism industry are joining hands together to observe February 5 as ‘Save Indian Tourism Day’. A campaign organized with the support of all the trade and industry associations, the organizers expect to make […]
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Make Travel Expenses fully exempt from IT to revive tourism – TAAI urges Govt ahead of Union Budget 21
31
Jan
Jan
TAAI, Travel Agents Association of India has called for implementing IT exemption for all travel and tourism-related expenses borne by Indian citizens for the next two years in order to encourage more people to travel and thereby boost the tourism economy of the country which is fighting for survival in covid times. Jyoti Mayal, President, […]
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‘Bharat Parv 2021’ launched on Republic Day to promote domestic tourism
28
Jan
Jan
Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birlaon Tuesday, inaugurated the ‘Bharat Parv 2021’, a virtual national festival showcasing the country’s diverse culture, cuisines, and handicrafts. Minister of State (Independent charge) for Tourism and Culture Shri Prahlad Singh Patel was also present on this occasion. The Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with other central Ministries is organizing […]
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Republic Day Special for Kids – Kolkata launches first ever Boat Library
27
Jan
Jan
A children’s library on a boat was launched in Kolkata on Republic Day, a first of a kind initiative. Children will be able to choose from a selection of 500 titles in English and Bengali on the Young Readers’ Boat Library, an official said on Tuesday. The idea behind the boat library is that one […]
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From Bars to Behind the bars: Maharashtra to start Jail tourism
24
Jan
Jan
Will you ever pay to spend time in prison? Well, it seems very much possible in the coming days. The Maharashtra government will start ‘jail tourism’ in the state from Pune’s Yerawada prison on January 26 to facilitate people to visit and see from close quarters the historical prisons, a minister said on Saturday. Chief […]
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Indigo adds Leh, the land of Buddhist Monasteries to its domestic network
24
Jan
Jan
In order to further strengthen domestic connectivity, IndiGo, India’s leading carrier, announced Leh, the land of Buddhist Monasteries to its domestic network as its 63rd domestic destination. The bookings are now open as the airline will commence daily flights between Delhi-Leh effective February 22, 2021. Leh, the capital of Ladakh is known for its magnificent […]
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Vistara commences Services to Sharjah
22
Jan
Jan
Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, today inaugurated its daily services to and from Sharjah, under the travel bubble agreement between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This is Vistara’s second destination in the UAE, complementing its 4x weekly connectivity between Delhi and Dubai. Deploying […]
22
Jan
Jan
ATOAI (Adventure Tour Operators Association of India) has elected a new team to lead the association for the next two-years ( 2021-23). The Returning Officer, Rajeev Kohli announced the results of the elections to the Executive Committee at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held virtually. The entire executive committee was elected unopposed and uncontested. Vishwas Makhija, […]
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PM Modi flags off 8 trains to boost connectivity to the Statue of Unity at Kevadiya
20
Jan
Jan
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday flagged off eight trains connecting Kevadiya in Gujarat to other regions of the country with the objective to boost tourism in the tribal region, known for the Statue of Unity. Modi via video-conferencing said “It is perhaps for the first time in the history of railways that so […]
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Amitabh Bachchan to promote Uttarakhand Tourism
19
Jan
Jan
Legendary Bollywood star actor, Amitabh Bachchan is soon expected to host a reality show to promote Uttarakhand tourism. Uttarakhand Cabinet has taken a decision on this, at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat. The show named ‘100 Days in Heaven’, will be hosted by the veteran Bollywood actor, which will be telecasted […]