Government / Ministry News

» CBI arrests three ITDC officials

Held for allegedly taking bribes to give three star status to eight hotels in Malabar region in Kerala ... Read more

» DTC buses make travel free for senior citizens

Monthly DTC bus passes on payment of nominal Rs 50 for travelling in non-AC buses and Rs 150 for travelling in AC buses ... Read more

» India and 25 other countries oppose EU airline carbon charge plan

To lodge a formal protest against the EU's new rules at the ICAO council's next meeting ... Read more

» Tourism has become one of the top agendas for the Centre: Sahai

Feels the need to create new destinations and strengthen infrastructure of the existing ones ... Read more

» Maharashtra Govt forms Hospitality Development and Promotion Board

The board, formed under the Tourism Policy 2006, will function as a single window for speedy clearances such as proposals, permits, subsidies and transition ... Read more

» DGCA to issue new guidelines on airfares and refunds

Airline firms will also be barred from charging for wheelchairs, seat assignments and assisting unaccompanied minors, will also have to issue refunds to pax within one week  ... Read more

» Tourist complex on the banks of Upper Lake inaugurated in Bhopal

The complex "Sair Sapata" has been developed by the Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (MPSTDC) ... Read more

» Heli tourism takes off in Hyderabad on WTD

Tourists will be able to enjoy a 15-minute helicopter ride to the tourism spots of Golconda, Falaknuma, Chowmohalla Palace, Birla Mandir, Buddha Statue and the Hi-tech City ... Read more

» Message from WTTC President on World Tourism Day

Urges governments to recognize the vast economic and social contribution of travel and tourism - particularly as a driver of sustainable economic growth and revival ... Read more

» ASEAN tourist industry is booming with intra-ASEAN travellers

As part of the ASEAN Tourism Strategic Plan (ATSP) 2011-2015, the member countries are now jointly promoting the whole region to attract tourists from non-ASEAN countries ... Read more

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