Tag: Tourism
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Jai Ram urges Centre for using SASE defence helipad at Manali for tourism
He met Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Thursday and said that Himachal witnesses heavy tourist influx especially Manali and surrounding areas and in order to boost tourism this would help and improve connectivity.
November 9, 2018 -
IIC Festival of Arts: Experiencing the North-East
Bringing the flavour of India's North-East, a five-day IIC Festival of Arts focussed on the rich culture and diversity of the region that is touched by the first rays of the rising sun in the country, reports Kanika Tripathi.
November 8, 2018 -
India, South Korea sign MoU to strengthen cooperation in tourism
The main objective of the pact is to expand bilateral cooperation, increase exchange of information and data related to tourism sector as well as encourage cooperation between the stakeholders including hotels and tour operators, a statement said.
November 5, 2018 -
‘We see Indian diaspora as an asset’
In an interaction with Rakesh Kumar, the minister spoke about tourism opportunities in his country and how Perth has become an educational hub for Indian students.
October 29, 2018 -
Its imperative to be an expert in your field
Arijit Dutta, the owner of Priya cinema, talks about his vision and knowledge about Adventure Tourism and its prospects in India for young minds.
October 26, 2018 -
Cabinet approves new railway line between Bahraich and Khalilabad in UP
The project will generate direct employment for about 57.67 lakh man-days. Estimated to cost Rs 4,939.78 crore, it will be completed by 2024-25, the statement said.
October 24, 2018 -
Banks should target agriculture, tourism: Himachal CM
Citing a survey, he said it has found that a large proportion of households accessed non-institutional sources for loans.
October 9, 2018 -
‘India will benefit from cruise tourism’
Union Tourism Secretary Rashmi Verma is a 1982 batch Bihar cadre IAS officer. She had served earlier as Chairman & Managing Director of Bihar Tourism as well as Additional Director in the Union Ministry of Tourism. At present the ministry is envisaging great in cruise tourism. A cruise is likely to be operated in Varanasi …
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September 29, 2018 -
World Tourism Day: The digital transformation of travel
Seventy-one percent of Indian travellers use smartphones to research destinations, to understand the best ways to reach venues, things they can do there, and the best deals available.
September 27, 2018 -
Janjehli, Chanshal, Bir Billing to mark entry on tourism map
The three spots will be taken up for development under 'Nai Raahein Nai Manzilein' scheme.
September 25, 2018 -
Mandi Airport: Jai Ram urges Centre to expedite work
Thakur met the Union Minister for Civil Aviation Suresh Prabhu at New Delhi on Saturday and said that an airport at Mandi will boost tourism sector in the state.
September 9, 2018 -
Light and sound show on Shimla’s history to promote tourism
Himachal Pradesh government will showcase the history of Shimla and its linkages with Indian freedom struggle through a light and sound show for tourists. In reply to a discussion on tourism policy in the state Assembly, Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur, who holds Tourism portfolio, said tourists must know the history of Shimla. “Shimla is …
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August 30, 2018 -
Around two rivers
The ninth Mekong-Ganga Cooperation Meeting was held in Singapore on August 2. The conference was preceded by the 10th MGC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) on August 1. The meeting was co-chaired by Don Pramudwinai, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand and Gen V.K. Singh (Retd.), Minister of State for External Affairs. Senior …
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August 18, 2018 -
So, what is the tiger count?
The number of tigers in the wild plunged 97 per cent to 3,000 in the last century due to poaching and habitat loss. In 2010, heads of state and government from tiger range countries agreed to make efforts to double the tiger population in the world by 2022. Nepal conducted a tiger census in 2017, …
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August 5, 2018 -
Himachal govt seeks Norway, Syria’s cooperation in tourism, other sectors
The Himachal Pradesh government on Wednesday sought Norway and Syria’s cooperation and transfer of technical know-how in tourism and others sectors. After a meeting with Heads of Mission of Norway and Syria, Chief Secretary Vineet Chawdhry said the government discussed economic strengths and opportunities in the state. “The focus was on exchange of technical know-how …
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June 28, 2018 -
Rajnikanth, Minister Deb talk tourism
On a one-month tour of the Hills to shoot for his South movie since 6 June, superstar Rajnikanth has finally spoken about “the land of Rabindranath Tagore, Subash Chandra Bose, Paramhansh.” As he met state Tourism Minister Gautam Deb here on Thursday, the actor said that the Hills have many beautiful places that remain unexplored. …
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June 15, 2018 -
‘Rajnikanth shoot will boost tourism’
State tourism minister Gautam Deb on Thursday said the shooting of superstar Rajinikanth’s south Indian movie in Darjeeling and Kurseong would mean a shot in the arm for tourism in the Hills. Rajnikanth arrived in Kurseong to shoot for his yet-to-be-named movie yesterday. The movie is said to be directed by Kathik Subbaraj. The actor …
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June 8, 2018