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December 20, 2024 12:04 PM

India 39th among 119 nations in WEF tourism development index, improves 2021 ranking

Driven by improved infrastructure and friendly government policies to boost tourism, India is now ranked 39th among 119th countries in the Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2024 report, published by the World Economic Forum (WEF). In the p...

December 18, 2024 4:19 PM

Tourism and hospitality sector to create over 61 lakh jobs by 2036-37: CII-EY report

India's tourism and hospitality sector is poised for a significant expansion, with an additional 61.31 lakh workers required by 2036-37 to meet the rising demand, as per a report by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and EY. The whitepaper, ...

December 17, 2024 1:35 PM

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visits Mahabodhi temple in Bihar

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake paid a visit to the revered Mahabodhi Temple in Bihar's Bodhgaya. Dissanayake is currently on a three-day state visit from December 15-17 to India. Upon his arrival at Gaya Airport, the Sri Lankan Presid...

December 5, 2024 11:49 PM

PM Modi lauds Nagaland’s sustainability efforts at Hornbill festival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday commended Nagaland for its focus on waste management and sustainability, highlighted during the ongoing 25th Hornbill Festival at Kisama Heritage Village. In a post on X, the Prime Minister extended his best ...

December 4, 2024 4:39 PM

Religious tourism fuels residential boom in tier-2 cities: report

Tier-2 cities with a strong religious tourism appeal, including Prayagraj, Varanasi, Puri, and Shirdi, are witnessing a significant surge in residential demand, according to a report by Magicbricks. This growing interest is driven by a mix of self-u...

December 2, 2024 11:27 PM

Asia’s first water transport service ‘Uber Shikara’ launched on Dal Lake

Uber has launched Asia’s first water transport service, "Uber Shikara," in the picturesque Dal Lake of Jammu and Kashmir, combining technology with tradition to revolutionize tourist experiences. With this innovative initiative, tourists can now e...

November 24, 2024 6:25 PM

Gujarat’s heritage sites attract over 21 lakh tourists in 2023-24

Gujarat, renowned for its cultural and historical legacy, has become a prime destination for tourists, both domestic and international, with its heritage sites leading the way. According to the Gujarat Tourism Department, more than 21 lakh tourists ...

November 16, 2024 10:43 AM

Dense fog blankets Taj Mahal, Delhi faces severe smog and air quality crisis

A thick layer of fog engulfed the iconic Taj Mahal on Saturday, reducing visibility of the monument, which was barely visible to visitors. The dense fog, coupled with smog in the region, led to a significant decline in visibility, compared to previou...

November 13, 2024 11:28 AM

Flights cancelled to and from Indonesia’s Bali due to volcanic ash

Several international airlines cancelled flights to and from Indonesia's resort island of Bali on Wednesday, after further eruptions of a volcano that has spewed ash clouds as high as 10 km (32,808 ft) and forced thousands to evacuate. Jetstar and Q...

November 13, 2024 11:09 AM

Nepal addresses COP29; meets Maldivian counterpart to join hands in climate negotiations

President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel addressed the 'World Leaders Climate Action Summit' on Tuesday. The conference, which began on November 11, will continue until November 22. In his statement, he highlighted issues such as climate justice and clim...

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