Tourism

Most Expensive Train Journey in India

Indian Railways and IRCTC run various luxury trains in India, namely Maharajas’ Express, Palace on Wheels, The Deccan Odyssey, Golden Chariot, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, Royal Orient Train, and Fairy Queen Express. These luxury tourist trains offer passengers 5-star hotel type luxury while travelling on train, covering various cities across India. The trains offer majestic cabin ambience, lavish food, hotel type rooms among other things. 

Feb 12, 2023, 15:41 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh receives fresh snowfall, tourism increases in hills amid extreme cold weather

Heavy snowfall continues in Himachal Pradesh: Parts of two National Highways in the district-- NH 305 at Jalori Pass and the NH that goes beyond Manali to Rohtang Tunnel shuts down due to snowfall. 

 

Jan 21, 2023, 09:16 AM IST

Modi government wants to make money by converting religious places into tourist spots: Akhilesh Yadav attacks BJP

'People visit Varanasi in the last phase of their lives or for spirituality and getting knowledge. BJP is making this arrangement for earning money by promoting tourism' said Akhilesh yadav.

Jan 12, 2023, 16:38 PM IST

India to soon get direct flights between Canada-Amritsar? MP seeks permission to boost tourism

To boost tourism and to strengthen ties between India and Canada, Canadian MP's seek permission for direct flight services between Canada and Amritsar, reports IANS.

Nov 24, 2022, 11:52 AM IST

Arunachal Pradesh's Donyi Polo Airport construction completed, flight operations to start SOON

The much-awaited Donyi Polo airport in North East state of Arunachal Pradesh completes construction and is all set to start flight operations soon. 

Nov 08, 2022, 21:00 PM IST

Kashmir: More than 25 lakh tourists visited Kashmir, highest in 75 years

Autumn has started and the mood of the weather has also changed. So far this year, more than 25 lakh tourists have visited Kashmir, breaking the record of 75 years in Kashmir.

Nov 07, 2022, 12:08 PM IST

Hotel body urges Govt of India to withdraw mandatory filing of Air Suvidha form

Air Suvidha form is a self-declaration to be mandatorily filled by all international arriving passengers to India, disclosing their current health status and recent travel details, among others.

Oct 20, 2022, 21:04 PM IST

Goa Airport to have international charter flights from THESE destinations, details here

The Goa Airport has received the request from multiple international destinations, and the move is expected to improve the state's tourism with the tourists coming from international destinations, reports IANS.

Sep 14, 2022, 19:38 PM IST

Exclusive: Air travel trends to expect post Russia-Ukraine conflict - Longer flights, increased airfare

The pandemic had already taken its toll on the tourism industry over the last two years and now, the Russia-Ukraine war may spell distress for tourism in Central and Eastern Europe.

Aug 22, 2022, 12:21 PM IST

Eco and sustainable tourism: Kashmir’s first eco- village, with mud cottages for tourists

Kashmir’s Sagg Eco village that is located in Kashmir’s Ganderbal district offers 1.5 acres and traditional mud cottages to stay in

Aug 17, 2022, 13:49 PM IST

DNA: Meaning of increasing tourism in Kashmir?

Jammu and Kashmir is now witnessing a big change. In the last four months, more than 6 lakh tourists from all over India have visited Kashmir.

May 24, 2022, 03:42 AM IST

Tourists are going to Kashmir due to rising heat in North India, 10 year old record broken

Amidst the rising heat, the valleys of Kashmir are wooing tourists, this year due to the increasing crowd of tourists, a 10-year-old record has been broken in Kashmir

Apr 08, 2022, 17:28 PM IST

Malaysia to reopen borders from April 1; Heads back to 'almost' normal life

After almost 2 years of border closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Malaysia has now open for international visitors as it vaccinates 99 per cent of its adult population.

Mar 08, 2022, 19:07 PM IST

Tourists can now recharge metro smart cards, check route using Delhi Tourism App

The app is unique in nature as small audio, and video files of a particular tourist destination have also been embedded to give the traveller a sneak peek into the tourist spot.

 

Mar 04, 2022, 09:07 AM IST

Ladakh to get snow sculpture to attract tourists in winters

Ladakh concluded its First Ice and Snow-Sculpture Workshop 2022 on February 11. Ladakh will start the Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival in the coming years. 

Feb 14, 2022, 20:20 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir witnesses tourism boom, over 3 lakh tourists throng Gulmarg during winter season

Over 6 lakh tourists have visited the Valley since April 2021.

Feb 09, 2022, 07:51 AM IST

Good news for international travellers, Bali reopens to foreigners from all countries

For the first time in two years, direct international flights to Bali have resumed, as Indonesia opens the resort island to visitors from all over the world. All visitors still need to go through quarantine.

Feb 04, 2022, 14:02 PM IST

Budget 2022: Here’s what Tourism industry expects from Nirmala Sitharaman

The union budget is just round the corner. Let's hear what the experts from the Tourism industry have to say about it

Jan 31, 2022, 20:24 PM IST

Rediscover India's journey of independence with Tourism Ministry's digital calendar- In pics

The Ministry of Tourism`s digital calendar showcases "Incredible Stories of India`s Independence" as a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and is dedicated to tourism sites across India. 

 

Jan 29, 2022, 19:21 PM IST

National Tourism Day: Visit the unexplored places in India

India is one of the most vibrant, colourful, exciting places to visit in the world. How well have you explored your own country?

Jan 25, 2022, 14:53 PM IST