Tag Archives: COVID

Startups and Small Companies Shutdown during Covid

The COVID-19 epidemic has temporarily affected various sectors including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the country. Economic activity contracted due to the strict lockdown measures imposed by the Government. This contraction has also had impact on the MSME sector. Studies have been conducted by National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) and Khadi and Village Industries […]

Passengers in only half the seats on flights from June 1; Ticket prices will increase

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From June 1, passengers on domestic flights will be allowed only half a seat. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a new directive in the wake of the rising covid. At present, 80 percent of the seats are reserved for passengers. With the reduction in seats, there will be an increase in airfares. Domestic […]

Covid 19: National parks and wildlife sanctuaries closed in the country

The Union Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change has ordered the closure of all national parks and sanctuaries in the country. The ministry has asked forest officials to take adequate measures to prevent the transmission of the virus from humans to animals, including tiger sanctuaries, which will remain closed until further notice. The move […]

Is the journey uncertain? Airlines to offer free rescheduling of tickets

The covid second wave has once again left the travel sector in limbo. Various airlines have come up with reliefs for those who are worried about their travel dates. You can change the date and time of the air ticket indefinitely without charging any additional fee. Many airlines, including Indigo, Air Asia, and SpiceJet, offer […]

Covid: The country’s historical monuments will be closed till May 15

Historical monuments under the Central Archaeological Department will be closed till May 15 due to the outbreak of the covid virus in the country. The closure applies to monuments, museums, and sites under the ASI. The order was issued by the Central Department of Culture. All monuments and sites maintained by the Central Archaeological Department […]

Kuruva Island reopens to 1,150 peoples daily

After a long two-year hiatus, Kurvua Island is set to reopen to tourists from April 10. Five eco-tourism centers, including Kuruva, which were closed due to complaints from environmental groups, will be reopened in Wayanad. Kuruva Island, located on the east bank of the Kabini River, is one of the busiest tourist destinations in Wayanad. […]

International flights are not available until March 31

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The Director-General of Civil Aviation has extended the restrictions on international passenger flights due to the Covid disease until March 31. However, the restrictions do not apply to cargo flights approved by the DGCI. At the same time, the order states that international services will be allowed on selected routes depending on the circumstances. In […]

Airlines and MICE sectors complain of 15-20 % drop after Travel restrictions placed by States

The Airline Industry of India is currently seeing a dip of a 15% drop in domestic flight bookings due to the implementation of the new rules by local governments and authorities in various destinations that require travelers from certain states to carry Covid-19 negative test reports. The decision had an adverse impact on bookings in […]