Government / Ministry News

» Air fares go up this holiday season

The steep airfares can become a spoilsport for many who are planning a vacation during Christmas and New Year this year ... Read more

» Conservationists slam moves to ban India tiger tourism

Conservationists argue that tiger poaching is more prevalent in areas of low tourism because poachers feel they have less chance of being spotted and caught ... Read more

» Five major ports to be developed for Cruise Tourism

Govt. takes a decision to enhance the infrastructure facilities in ports at Mumbai, Goa, Mangalore, Kochi and Chennai to ensure better quality services there ... Read more

» Stranded Everest tourists hike their way out

With continuing bad weather hampering their rescue, up to 400 of the thousands of stranded trekkers are heading to Jiri, a four-day walk away, to pick up buses back to Kathmandu ... Read more

» Sahai wants to develop Ayodhya as tourism hub

Targets Mayawati for ignoring Uttar Pradesh’s tourism potential ... Read more

» Kerala mulls strict norms for tourist spas

The industry is also keen on putting in place clear-cut regulations to ensure quality of service delivered which is vital to the growth of medical tourism ... Read more

» Rishikesh-Karanprayag rail project to be launched

The project to be completed in 5 years at the cost of Rs. 5,000 crore would shorten the arduous 8-hour road journey between the holy city of Rishikesh and Karanprayag to just 4 hours ... Read more

» Cruise tourism has tremendous potential in India: Govt

Cruise Shipping is an important and growing component of the leisure industry worldwide. It contributes directly and indirectly to the economy of the country concerned: Shipping Minister ... Read more

» Thailand Flood update from TAT

Tourist destinations in the south of Thailand including Phuket, Krabi, Surat Thani, Ko Samui, Hat Yai and Phang-Na & and in the north including Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Sukhothai not affected by floods ... Read more

» Canada introduces new super visa for families

The multiple-entry "Parent and Grandparent Super Visa" will be valid for up to 10 years, officials said, and allow applicants to remain in Canada for 24 months before needing seek visa renewal ... Read more

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