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January 9, 2024 9:41 AM

DGCA reforms fatigue risk management system for flight crew

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has recently enacted changes in Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) for flight crew, aligning with global aviation safety standards. These alterations aim to manage fatigue-related safety risks effecti...

January 9, 2024 10:08 AM

Lakshadweep: A haven of exotic beaches and lush green landscapes

Lakshadweep has captured significant attention worldwide after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit, resulting in a surge in popularity for the picturesque island, renowned for its tourism. The MyGov platform reported that global search intere...

December 23, 2023 11:01 AM

Centre and Asian Development Bank collaborate on USD 100 Million project to boost tourism in Tripura

Central government and Asian Development Bank (ADB) inked an agreement on December 22 to secure a USD 100 million loan. Agreement is aimed at enhancing urban services and tourism facilities in the northeastern state of Tripura. After the signing cer...

December 19, 2023 5:22 PM

Goa Liberation Day: Commemorating the End of Portuguese Rule and India’s Triumph

Every year on December 19, 'Goa Liberation Day' is commemorated to mark the liberation of the coastal state from Portuguese rule in 1961. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday conveyed his best wishes on the occasion via the social media platform X...

December 12, 2023 2:31 PM

India welcomed 6.43 million foreign tourists in the first nine months of 2023

The initiatives of the Union government to boost tourism in the country have borne fruit, as evidenced by the recording of 6.43 million foreign tourist arrivals (FTAs) between January and September 2023. This has translated into foreign exchange earn...

December 11, 2023 5:49 PM

Discover India: The Floating Temple of Karnataka

The Varanga Jain temple, a timeless marvel, appears to float gracefully on the water, epitomizing the splendid and culturally rich heritage of Karnataka. Nestled about 26 kilometers away from Karkala taluk of Udupi district, this 1000-year-old Jain t...

December 8, 2023 2:27 PM

Hornbill Festival 2023: Celebrating Nagaland’s Rich Cultural Heritage

The Hornbill Festival, an annual extravaganza in Nagaland, kicked off on December 1 and is set to conclude on December 10. Regarded as the heartbeat of Nagaland, the festival draws tourists not only from across India but from around the world. In it...

November 30, 2023 11:46 AM

Three-day Rajgir Mahotsav to showcase heritage of Nalanda & Rajgir

The much-awaited Rajgir Mahotsav is back in Bihar and is being held from November 30 to December 2. The three-day mahotsav, organised by the State Tourism Department in association with Nalanda district administration, will be a tourism attraction an...

November 29, 2023 3:20 PM

Japan space agency hit with cyberattack, rocket and satellite info not accessed

Japan's space agency was hit with a cyberattack but the information the hackers accessed did not include anything important for rocket and satellite operations, a spokesperson said on Wednesday. "There was a possibility of unauthorised access by exp...

November 28, 2023 5:02 PM

Kashi Tamil Sangamam Phase 2 to return from December 17

Kashi Tamil Sangamam is all set for a return. The second edition of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat programme is proposed to be held from December 17, the first day of the holy Tamil Margali month, and continue till December 30, 2023. The registratio...

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