Budget 2017: Mixed reaction by aviation, tourism industry experts
Terming the budget as "overall, a well-balanced, pro-poor, pro-growth budget" Amber Dubey, Partner and Head (Aerospace and Defence) of KPMG in India said the announcement of select AAI airports in Tier 2 cities to be taken up for operation and maintenance in PPP mode is a development step.
Feb 01, 2017, 22:12 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi laments departments working in silos, settling disputes in courts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it was "essential" to understand the work the government was doing, particularly in the context of the changing world.
Jan 20, 2017, 19:14 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi to address three-day National Conference in Kutch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver an inaugural address on a three-day National Conference of Central and state ministers and secretaries of Tourism, Culture and Sports in Kutch on Friday.
Jan 20, 2017, 09:22 AM IST
Eiffel Tower closed for 4th day, ruining honeymoon plans
The strike comes as Paris is struggling to revive tourism after a string of deadly attacks, floods, and polluted air.
Dec 16, 2016, 22:15 PM IST
English tourist dies at Great Barrier Reef, third fatality this week
The Great Barrier Reef stretches 2,000 km along Australia`s northeast coast and is the world`s largest living ecosystem.
Demonitisation of notes: Foreigners face tough time with Rs 500, 1,000 notes
Foreign tourists visiting the Taj Mahal on Wednesday had a tough time when the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) refused to accept Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes as entry fee.
Nov 09, 2016, 16:15 PM IST
Alarming post-Diwali pollution to cripple NCR economy; tourism, transport to be hit: Assocham
The alarming post-Diwali pollution is likely to take a toll on the entire National Capital region (NCR), crippling sectors like tourism, transport, automobile and real estate, according to a report.
Nov 08, 2016, 16:19 PM IST
Tourism will suffer at 18% GST on rooms, warns Hotel Industry
The Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India (HRAWI) Monday said the government's four-tier structure in Good and Services Tax (GST), in which the service sector will be taxed at 18 percent, will cause the tourism sector a major setback.
Nov 07, 2016, 21:38 PM IST
Lord Of The Rings, Hobbit series proving precious to New Zealand`s economy
Peter Jackson`s "Lord Of The Rings" and "Hobbit" series have proved to be as precious to New Zealand`s economy as any magical ring as millions flock to the country for a glimpse of Middle Earth, making tourism the main driver of growth.
Permit relaxed, foreigners can now explore new areas in Leh
With this decision, foreign tourists would now be permitted to visit a number of unexplored areas like Panamik, Phukpochey, Hargam, Taksha, Sasoma.
Oct 04, 2016, 12:48 PM IST
For tourism, we welcome people from Pakistan: Mahesh Sharma
Amid rising tension between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Uri attack, Union minister Mahesh Sharma on Tuesday extended invitation to tourist from all countries, including those from Pakistan.
Sep 28, 2016, 00:56 AM IST
DNA: Analysis over who is responsible for tense condition of Kashmir after Burhan Wani's death?
Analyzing losses to Kashmir tourism and local residents after continuous curfew in Kashmir after Burhan Wani's death. Watch complete news story of DNA for getting detailed updates!
Sep 24, 2016, 00:22 AM IST
Bangkok edges out London as world's top travel destination
The Thai capital of Bangkok has beaten London to be crowned the world`s most popular travel destination this year, according to an annual ranking by global payments and technology company Mastercard released on Thursday.
Sep 22, 2016, 10:48 AM IST
To boost tourism, Modi government extends LTC facility for Jammu and Kashmir
In a step aimed at boosting tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, the central government has decided to extend the facility to travel by any airlines on Leave Travel Concession (LTC) for its employees for two years, it was announced on Thursday.
Sep 08, 2016, 13:38 PM IST
Foreigners should not wear skirts and roam alone at night: Tourism minister
Union tourism and culture minister Mahesh Sharma apparently stirred a controversy on Sunday as he suggested foreign tourists visiting India to avoid wearing skirts during their stay in the country.
Aug 29, 2016, 09:02 AM IST
Italy mourns quake dead as hope for survivors wanes
The first funerals for victims of the devastating earthquake that hit central Italy this week were held Friday as the country prepared for an emotionally charged day of mourning.
Aug 27, 2016, 01:40 AM IST
Football Tourism: PSG will receive $197 million to promote tourism in Qatar
According to PSG, the contract has not yet been signed, but there are no obstacles and it should be formalised in the coming weeks.
Aug 24, 2016, 20:29 PM IST
Iran halts holidays to Turkey after military coup bid
Iran halted package tours to neighbouring Turkey, in the face of persistent uncertainty after an abortive coup attempt.
Jul 16, 2016, 17:52 PM IST
Fuss over rape, racial slur has no impact on tourism: Goa minister
Controversies in the recent past like rape of foreigners and racist comments against Nigerian nationals have no bearing on the number of tourists coming to Goa, Tourism Minister Dilip Parulekar said on Thursday.
Jun 09, 2016, 22:10 PM IST
This is why tourists won't be allowed in Thailand's Koh Tachai island!
Almost all marine national parks are closed from mid-May to mid-October, for monsoon season, but Tachai island will remain closed indifenitely
May 17, 2016, 16:30 PM IST
