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Gujarat’s tourism to go ‘vocal for local;’ promises to extend all support to stakeholders
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Gujarat’s tourism to go ‘vocal for local;’ promises to extend all support to stakeholders

  • S S Thakur
  • September 7, 2020
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The time is ripe to look inward and focus on the state’s lesser-explored tourism products, […]

Inbound: Industry Response Inadequate; Tourism Needs a More realistic Mission, says CAPA report
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Inbound: Industry Response Inadequate; Tourism Needs a More realistic Mission, says CAPA report

  • CS Bureau
  • February 4, 2020
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CAPA India, in association with PATA India Chapter has released an extensive report on the […]

Tourism set to gain as airlines make a comeback to Aurangabad; industry eyes more rail connect
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Tourism set to gain as airlines make a comeback to Aurangabad; industry eyes more rail connect

  • S S Thakur
  • August 27, 2019
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As Air India and SpiceJet make a comeback to Aurangabad, linking Udaipur to the city, […]

Ministry of Tourism rolls out a flexible visa fee structure eyeing higher FTAs into India
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Ministry of Tourism rolls out a flexible visa fee structure eyeing higher FTAs into India

  • CS Bureau
  • August 21, 2019
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Addressing a long-standing concern of the tourism industry, the MoT has decided to introduce a […]

Naveen Kundu shows the way; donates INR 10 lakhs to a slain soldier’s family
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Naveen Kundu shows the way; donates INR 10 lakhs to a slain soldier’s family

  • S S Thakur
  • April 2, 2019
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Naveen Kundu, CEO and Managing Director, Mercury Travels, recently donated a sum of INR ten […]

UP’s focus on developing infra in the eastern region could positively impact religious, spiritual tourism
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UP’s focus on developing infra in the eastern region could positively impact religious, spiritual tourism

  • S S Thakur
  • February 13, 2019
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It is true that religious and spiritual centres in the eastern UP region are major […]

Madhya Pradesh’s two-pronged strategy: new segments and an invigorated industry outreach
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Madhya Pradesh’s two-pronged strategy: new segments and an invigorated industry outreach

  • S S Thakur
  • February 6, 2019
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The central state of India has been a major driver of tourism in the country, […]

How a grander Surajkund International Crafts Mela is patronising artisans, attracting footfalls
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How a grander Surajkund International Crafts Mela is patronising artisans, attracting footfalls

  • S S Thakur
  • February 1, 2019
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There is no doubt that the Surajkund International Crafts Fair has assumed a critical role […]

Tourism a significant employer in Gujarat, poised to grow, says Vipul Mitra
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Tourism a significant employer in Gujarat, poised to grow, says Vipul Mitra

  • Navin Berry
  • January 30, 2019
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A converge of several factors, such as a steady growth on the domestic front, the […]

Destination Araku pitches for a premium experiential status
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Destination Araku pitches for a premium experiential status

  • S S Thakur
  • January 28, 2019
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The second edition of the recently concluded International Hot-Air Balloon Festival at Araku Valley (130 […]

Industry insiders bat for roping in commerce ministry, focus on the Far East
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Industry insiders bat for roping in commerce ministry, focus on the Far East

  • CS Bureau
  • December 31, 2018
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Senior industry stakeholders suggested various measures, including a focus on the Far East market, bringing […]

Niches, thematic experiences emerging favorites for the new-age traveller, says Karan Anand
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Niches, thematic experiences emerging favorites for the new-age traveller, says Karan Anand

  • S S Thakur
  • December 19, 2018
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Cox & Kings has rolled out a culinary-based offering named ‘Tour to Feast’. It seeks […]

Speakers line-up revealed for The Jaipur Literary Festival 2019
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Speakers line-up revealed for The Jaipur Literary Festival 2019

  • CS Bureau
  • December 12, 2018
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Set to take place between 24-28 January 2019, the annual high noon of literature will […]

Kerala Tourism ticks all boxes to woo tourists, post-floods
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Kerala Tourism ticks all boxes to woo tourists, post-floods

  • CS Bureau
  • October 10, 2018
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The pall of gloom that had descended on Kerala’s globally famed tourism and hospitality industry […]

Dubbed as India’s largest integrated tourism location, ‘Bhorer Alo’ inaugurated in West Bengal
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Dubbed as India’s largest integrated tourism location, ‘Bhorer Alo’ inaugurated in West Bengal

  • CS Bureau
  • October 4, 2018
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This could well be the shot in the arm that the West Bengal tourism has […]

Golf tourism in the spotlight in J&K with PHD Golf conclave and tournament
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Golf tourism in the spotlight in J&K with PHD Golf conclave and tournament

  • CS Bureau
  • September 27, 2018
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Golf once again took centerstage in the valley as government and private stakeholders deliberated challenges […]

Decoding the Taj conundrum
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Decoding the Taj conundrum

  • S S Thakur
  • August 31, 2018
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The Taj Mahal has been in news for all the wrong reasons. The Supreme Court […]

Domestic traffic driving tourism in Leh, steep airfares dent MICE footfalls
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Domestic traffic driving tourism in Leh, steep airfares dent MICE footfalls

  • S S Thakur
  • July 31, 2018
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Leisure and adventure tourism in Leh is going strong and remains unaffected by the situation […]

Another chance for Lakshadweep, with 12 islands set to open
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Another chance for Lakshadweep, with 12 islands set to open

  • CS Bureau
  • July 16, 2018
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This one we have heard before, in fact, many times before, that we have our […]

Madame Tussauds a complete family experience, needs govt.’s support in outreach, says Director Anshul Jain
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Madame Tussauds a complete family experience, needs govt.’s support in outreach, says Director Anshul Jain

  • S S Thakur
  • June 28, 2018
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Anshul Jain, GM and Director, Merlin Entertainment shared that locals, from the entire NCR region, […]

Kerala: No Nipah fallout, focus on domestic, says Director Tourism
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Kerala: No Nipah fallout, focus on domestic, says Director Tourism

  • S S Thakur
  • June 14, 2018
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Despite the Nipah virus scare, tourism remains intact in Kerala. The medical emergency has been […]

Strong MICE traffic, strengthening air-connect favourably positioning Indore
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Strong MICE traffic, strengthening air-connect favourably positioning Indore

  • S S Thakur
  • May 26, 2018
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Indore hospitality market is witnessing steady demand from corporate travellers, mostly domestic, thanks to its […]

Time for Kerala to look at Oriental Asia as a new source market: Xu Jing, UNWTO
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Time for Kerala to look at Oriental Asia as a new source market: Xu Jing, UNWTO

  • CS Bureau
  • March 28, 2018
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The quantum Kerala Tourism’s success in the near future was going to be intrinsically linked […]

GOI moots a big push for tourism in Arunachal Pradesh
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GOI moots a big push for tourism in Arunachal Pradesh

  • CS Bureau
  • March 28, 2018
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In a bid to drive tourism in distant locales of Arunachal Pradesh, in proximity to […]

“Delhi as a World-Class Global Tourist City”: Insiders bat for institutional framework, concerted effort by stakeholders
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“Delhi as a World-Class Global Tourist City”: Insiders bat for institutional framework, concerted effort by stakeholders

  • S S Thakur
  • March 23, 2018
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The session titled “Delhi as a World-class Global Tourist City” saw serious deliberations on positioning […]

Despite odds, Kerala’s tourism story remains intact in 2017
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Despite odds, Kerala’s tourism story remains intact in 2017

  • CS Bureau
  • February 8, 2018
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2017 has turned out to be a good year for Kerala’s tourism as the state […]

More engagements for guests, air-connect needed to muscle up Agra’s wedding inbound
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More engagements for guests, air-connect needed to muscle up Agra’s wedding inbound

  • S S Thakur
  • January 17, 2018
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The wedding segment remains an important peg of the larger tourism bouquet. A handful of […]

Telangana kickstarts cruise tours Krishna River; seeks to tap ample water resources
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Telangana kickstarts cruise tours Krishna River; seeks to tap ample water resources

  • CS Bureau
  • November 3, 2017
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Telangana Tourism has been on an overdrive to add more diversity to its tourism assets. […]

Principle of TourismFirst in action as local community to plant 3 lakh trees in Gulmarg
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Principle of TourismFirst in action as local community to plant 3 lakh trees in Gulmarg

  • CS Bureau
  • November 3, 2017
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We have always believed that community participation and ethical and sustainable measures are critical to […]

Eyeing product diversification, Goa pushes for Avi-tourism
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Eyeing product diversification, Goa pushes for Avi-tourism

  • CS Bureau
  • November 1, 2017
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Goa, famed for its sun-soaked beaches, has also been steadily attracting nature aficionados who seek […]

Focus on water tourism: MP to develop islands in Narmada backwaters, says CM Shivraj Singh
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Focus on water tourism: MP to develop islands in Narmada backwaters, says CM Shivraj Singh

  • CS Bureau
  • October 16, 2017
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In the case of Madhya Pradesh, certainly, the concept of ‘tourism first’ as a principle […]

Boost in religious tourism in Rajasthan likely as airport in Ajmer gets operational
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Boost in religious tourism in Rajasthan likely as airport in Ajmer gets operational

  • CS Bureau
  • October 13, 2017
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In what may come as an important development in strengthening religious and spiritual tourism footfalls […]

Tourism in Lahaul-Spiti set for an upswing as Rohtang tunnel to be operationalised soon
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Tourism in Lahaul-Spiti set for an upswing as Rohtang tunnel to be operationalised soon

  • CS Bureau
  • October 12, 2017
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Lahaul-Spiti is a pristine tourism destination and attract hordes of tourists, domestic and international. Though, […]

Hollywood, fashion icons come to Delhi, at Madame Tussauds
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Hollywood, fashion icons come to Delhi, at Madame Tussauds

  • CS Bureau
  • September 14, 2017
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Madame Tussauds Delhi is bringing together global icons and legends, whose wax figure will join […]

Deputy CM proposes advisory board for Delhi Tourism
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Deputy CM proposes advisory board for Delhi Tourism

  • CS Bureau
  • September 12, 2017
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In an event held some time ago in the capital, Deputy CM, Manish Sisodia spoke […]

PM to inaugurate major projects in Varanasi, move to boost tourism in the city
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PM to inaugurate major projects in Varanasi, move to boost tourism in the city

  • CS Bureau
  • August 30, 2017
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Due to the aligned agendas of the state and the central government, Varanasi should witness […]

Environmental ministry clears expo centre in Dwarka, to be South Asia’s biggest
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Environmental ministry clears expo centre in Dwarka, to be South Asia’s biggest

  • CS Bureau
  • August 21, 2017
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The capital is finally set to begin work on the International Exhibition-Cum-Convention centre in Dwarka, […]

J&K CM visits Indo-Pak border, bats to boost border tourism
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J&K CM visits Indo-Pak border, bats to boost border tourism

  • CS Bureau
  • August 10, 2017
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Jammu, Aug 7 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti today visited Indo-Pak international […]

A separate convention cell comprising of all stakeholders could reap major benefits for the MICE sector: Ashish Vyas
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A separate convention cell comprising of all stakeholders could reap major benefits for the MICE sector: Ashish Vyas

  • Anagat Choudhary
  • August 10, 2017
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TourismFirst spoke to Ashish Vyas, GM, Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center about the future of […]

Tamil Nadu, Kerala received highest foreign tourist footfall in 2016.
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Tamil Nadu, Kerala received highest foreign tourist footfall in 2016.

  • CS Bureau
  • August 10, 2017
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Tamil Nadu received the highest footfall of foreign tourists in 2016, followed by Kerala, across […]

Gondola incident a natural calamity; media outreach to be launched soon, says Mahmood Shah
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Gondola incident a natural calamity; media outreach to be launched soon, says Mahmood Shah

  • S S Thakur
  • June 28, 2017
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Gulmarg was in news recently because of an unfortunate Gondola tragedy. Despite the ‘freak’ accident […]

There is so much more to Darjeeling’s tourism than just Darjeeling itself
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There is so much more to Darjeeling’s tourism than just Darjeeling itself

  • CS Bureau
  • June 17, 2017
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At a time when Darjeeling  is in news for not so good reasons, Peshwa Acharya, […]

Andhra presents its case as the Best kept Secret among Indian destinations
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Andhra presents its case as the Best kept Secret among Indian destinations

  • Anagat Choudhary
  • April 17, 2017
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Srikant Nagulapalli, Secretary Tourism, Andhra Pradesh was recently at India Tourism Summit as the partner […]

Investors Summit showcased Jharkhand’s tourism potential, says director tourism
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Investors Summit showcased Jharkhand’s tourism potential, says director tourism

  • CS Bureau
  • March 18, 2017
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Jharkhand is endowed with nature, rich cultural heritage, religious places of worships and elements of […]

Andhra Pradesh showcases Amaravati Global Music and Dance Festival
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Andhra Pradesh showcases Amaravati Global Music and Dance Festival

  • Anagat Choudhary
  • February 14, 2017
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The inaugural edition of the Amaravati Global Music and Dance Festival was launched at Amaravati […]

Will continue to position Lakshadweep as a high-end low volume destination, says Administrator
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Will continue to position Lakshadweep as a high-end low volume destination, says Administrator

  • Anagat Choudhary
  • February 9, 2017
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Despite the underlying fear that some of the South East Asian countries could be posing […]

GTDC eyeing to develop coastal circuits under Swadesh Darshan, says Nikhil Desai
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GTDC eyeing to develop coastal circuits under Swadesh Darshan, says Nikhil Desai

  • CS Bureau
  • January 23, 2017
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Nikhil Desai, Managing Director, Goa Tourism Development Corporation, in an exclusive interview to TF, outlined […]

J&K Tourism in aggressive mode to promote business this winter, starts with a people first approach
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J&K Tourism in aggressive mode to promote business this winter, starts with a people first approach

  • CS Bureau
  • December 20, 2016
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There is a perceptible thaw in the mood in the Valley. After months of closure […]

Andhra Pradesh: Will leverage the ‘unexplored’ quotient; seeks investments
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Andhra Pradesh: Will leverage the ‘unexplored’ quotient; seeks investments

  • S S Thakur
  • December 20, 2016
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The newly formed Andhra Pradesh has ushered new opportunities for investment into tourism and hospitality, […]

Lack of airport infrastructure biggest challenge to ‘Make in India’: Kapil Kaul
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Lack of airport infrastructure biggest challenge to ‘Make in India’: Kapil Kaul

  • CS Bureau
  • November 7, 2016
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The biggest hurdle to the successful implementation of ‘Make in India’ was the lack of […]

New ad campaign will celebrate the uniqueness of Delhi’s experiences on offer: Kapil Mishra
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New ad campaign will celebrate the uniqueness of Delhi’s experiences on offer: Kapil Mishra

  • S S Thakur
  • October 17, 2016
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Delhi tourism will be in the top gear in coming months, as it intends to […]

Rural development and tourism are two sides of the same coin, says S K Misra
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Rural development and tourism are two sides of the same coin, says S K Misra

  • S S Thakur
  • September 27, 2016
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Padma Bhushan S K Misra has been a towering figure of the tourism sector for […]

Vijay Mankotia moots ‘Himalayan States Council’ to expedite infra development
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Vijay Mankotia moots ‘Himalayan States Council’ to expedite infra development

  • S S Thakur
  • September 6, 2016
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Instead of ad-hoc solutions to address imminent issues, there is a pressing need for a […]

Infusing the art of story-telling could help connect products around heritage to masses
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Infusing the art of story-telling could help connect products around heritage to masses

  • S S Thakur
  • August 3, 2016
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India’s diverse heritage, perhaps, does not receives the adulation by communities and travellers as it […]

Maharashtra gears up to host country’s first SAARC Tourism Summit in Aurangabad
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Maharashtra gears up to host country’s first SAARC Tourism Summit in Aurangabad

  • CS Bureau
  • July 12, 2016
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Maharashtra’s tourism landscape is set to get a major booster dose in coming months. The […]

India’s Silicon Valley set for a 7300 crore makeover
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India’s Silicon Valley set for a 7300 crore makeover

  • CS Bureau
  • June 21, 2016
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Bengaluru, India’s answer to Silicon Valley, grapples with serious deficit of infrastructure. Worsening traffic and […]

TN needs a larger vision; ban on alcohol will impact revenue, say industry insiders
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TN needs a larger vision; ban on alcohol will impact revenue, say industry insiders

  • S S Thakur
  • June 21, 2016
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As CM Jayalalitha takes over the reins of TN one more time, hotel industry is […]

MPSTDC rolls out attractive offers, incentives to bolster tourism and infra
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MPSTDC rolls out attractive offers, incentives to bolster tourism and infra

  • CS Bureau
  • June 14, 2016
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MPSTDC, in a recent presentation, has highlighted plethora of investment opportunities in the state. With […]

Kapil Mishra assures of stronger marketing and synergy in efforts
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Kapil Mishra assures of stronger marketing and synergy in efforts

  • S S Thakur
  • May 31, 2016
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Speaking recently to a select group of stakeholders, detailing some key undertakings of the Delhi […]

CM Kejriwal bats for a long-term vision for Delhi tourism, expects industry to lead with ideas and innovation
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CM Kejriwal bats for a long-term vision for Delhi tourism, expects industry to lead with ideas and innovation

  • S S Thakur
  • May 31, 2016
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Arvind Kejriwal donned the listener’s hat, as a select group of industry stakeholders met with […]

Liquor ban in Bihar translates into Nepal’s gain as liquor tourism gains momentum
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Liquor ban in Bihar translates into Nepal’s gain as liquor tourism gains momentum

  • S S Thakur
  • May 23, 2016
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Bihar government’s recent directive of imposing a blanket ban on alcohol has turned the fortunes […]

‘The China Story’ that never happened for India
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‘The China Story’ that never happened for India

  • S S Thakur
  • May 17, 2016
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France recently received over 66 million tourists making it one of the most visited destinations […]

Goa way beyond just beach tourism; weddings, adventure new major tourist engagements: Nikhil Desai
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Goa way beyond just beach tourism; weddings, adventure new major tourist engagements: Nikhil Desai

  • S S Thakur
  • May 12, 2016
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Strong focus on diversification of source markets, and the success of e-visa is helping Goa […]

In travel industry, disruption  is the new normal
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In travel industry, disruption is the new normal

  • CS Bureau
  • May 10, 2016
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According to Ankur Bhatia, Director, Amadeus India, striking the right balance between technological changes and […]

Farooq Shah back as Secretary Tourism; reiterates commitment to developing tourism in J&K
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Farooq Shah back as Secretary Tourism; reiterates commitment to developing tourism in J&K

  • S S Thakur
  • April 19, 2016
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Farooq Shah – who has previously served as the MD, JKTDC; MD, J&K Cable Car […]

AAP government’s second budget paves way for pushing ‘Brand Delhi’
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AAP government’s second budget paves way for pushing ‘Brand Delhi’

  • CS Bureau
  • March 29, 2016
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About a month back, Delhi tourism minister Kapil Mishra had promised that the AAP government’s second […]

Stakeholders moot comprehensive roadmap for sustainable wildlife tourism
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Stakeholders moot comprehensive roadmap for sustainable wildlife tourism

  • S S Thakur
  • March 22, 2016
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As TOFT brought together top resort and hotel owners who have strived to inculcate best […]

Rs.20,000 cr commitment for Maharastra tourism at ‘Make in India’ summit
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Rs.20,000 cr commitment for Maharastra tourism at ‘Make in India’ summit

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • March 8, 2016
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The investment MoUs signed by Maharastra Tourism at the recently held “Make in India” summit […]

2016-17 will witness transformation of Delhi tourism: Kapil Mishra
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2016-17 will witness transformation of Delhi tourism: Kapil Mishra

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • March 8, 2016
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According to Delhi Tourism Minister, the forthcoming state budget will mark the beginning of a […]

Lavasa demonstrates the power of new cities, says CEO Rajiv Duggal
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Lavasa demonstrates the power of new cities, says CEO Rajiv Duggal

  • S S Thakur
  • March 8, 2016
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Lavasa’s ascent as a tourist destination underlines the power of creating new infrastructure and is […]

High-altitude lakes may emerge as the next big draw for J&K tourism
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High-altitude lakes may emerge as the next big draw for J&K tourism

  • S S Thakur
  • March 1, 2016
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J&K’s tourism product has been growing steadily for some time now. It is centered around […]

J&K set to intensify tourism through monthly festivals, informs Secretary Shah
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J&K set to intensify tourism through monthly festivals, informs Secretary Shah

  • S S Thakur
  • February 22, 2016
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As J&K launched a road show, in the capital recently, Secretary Farooq Shah said that […]

Kurukshetra to be brought on world tourism map, assures Haryana CM
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Kurukshetra to be brought on world tourism map, assures Haryana CM

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • February 22, 2016
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Haryana is pinning its hope in Krishna Circuit to revive its tourism fortune. It is […]

Looking beyond Russia; diversifying through adventure activities, says Nikhil Desai
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Looking beyond Russia; diversifying through adventure activities, says Nikhil Desai

  • S S Thakur
  • February 1, 2016
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As the Russian influx sees a major drop in volume, Goa is eyeing newer markets […]

Niche segments take off in Madhya Pradesh with launch of Jal Mahotsav
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Niche segments take off in Madhya Pradesh with launch of Jal Mahotsav

  • S S Thakur
  • January 18, 2016
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The state has unveiled an annual festival which aims to promote water based tourism, besides […]

Foray will benefit tourism in J&K; signifies change in market perception, says K B Kachru
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Foray will benefit tourism in J&K; signifies change in market perception, says K B Kachru

  • S S Thakur
  • December 22, 2015
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Calling Carlson Rezidor’s move into J&K a significant step forward in signalling changing times in the valley, […]

Uttarakhand will emerge as a tourism powerhouse: Harish Rawat
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Uttarakhand will emerge as a tourism powerhouse: Harish Rawat

  • CS Bureau
  • December 14, 2015
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In his inaugural address at the recently held Tehri Cultural Festival & Investors Meet, the […]

Aim to host 5 million tourists in J&K in the coming 5 years: Secretary (Tourism)
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Aim to host 5 million tourists in J&K in the coming 5 years: Secretary (Tourism)

  • S S Thakur
  • December 7, 2015
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Farooq Shah has donned many hats in his illustrious career. Having served as the Director, […]

“We can double our arrival numbers in next four years”
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“We can double our arrival numbers in next four years”

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • December 5, 2015
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Immediately after briefing a gathering of investors at Tehri Lake on the occasion of Tehri […]

‘Bottom-up’ approach must to mainstream new destinations: NatGeo achiever
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‘Bottom-up’ approach must to mainstream new destinations: NatGeo achiever

  • S S Thakur
  • November 30, 2015
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As NatGeo brought together achievers, as a part of the Mission Explorer, to celebrate their […]

Tehri master plan for tourism to be ready by March: Uttarkhand CM Rawat
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Tehri master plan for tourism to be ready by March: Uttarkhand CM Rawat

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • November 30, 2015
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The chief minister of Uttrakhand has assured all possible assistance to the investors’ community to […]

Save craftsmen for conservation efforts to remain alive, contends Ratish Nanda
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Save craftsmen for conservation efforts to remain alive, contends Ratish Nanda

  • S S Thakur
  • November 24, 2015
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Speaking at the LILA PRISM lecture series, Ratish Nanda calls the takeover of heritage maintenance […]

Build upon India’s uniqueness; revisit its symbols, says Aman Nath
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Build upon India’s uniqueness; revisit its symbols, says Aman Nath

  • S S Thakur
  • November 23, 2015
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India has a unique continuity of time and space – which needs to be pushed […]

Andhra bets big with Amaravati; on course to an unprecedented infra boom
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Andhra bets big with Amaravati; on course to an unprecedented infra boom

  • S S Thakur
  • November 21, 2015
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A.P’s new capital Amaravati is an ambitious undertaking that may well become India’s smartest capital. […]

Outgoing Bihar minister says visibility and infrastructure our achievements
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Outgoing Bihar minister says visibility and infrastructure our achievements

  • S S Thakur
  • November 19, 2015
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Javed Iqbal Ansari can be credited for kick-starting some long-stalled projects, apart from delving into […]

Hope for resurrection of unique village of temples in Jharkhand, at last
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Hope for resurrection of unique village of temples in Jharkhand, at last

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • November 19, 2015
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Maluti village, suffering from administrative apathy for decades, could well bounce back as a major […]

Experiential tourism is reviving art, generating employment at the grassroots: Sowmya
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Experiential tourism is reviving art, generating employment at the grassroots: Sowmya

  • S S Thakur
  • October 24, 2015
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A more aware and connected traveler, today, seeks to interact with local communities, understand art, […]

‘Digital India’ gets a mega push as tech-giants back PM’s pitch
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‘Digital India’ gets a mega push as tech-giants back PM’s pitch

  • S S Thakur
  • October 12, 2015
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PM’s pet projects got a major shot in the arm with Microsoft and Google coming […]

Madhya Pradesh​ Tourism to invite bids for land parcels
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Madhya Pradesh​ Tourism to invite bids for land parcels

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • July 10, 2015
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MP tourism is all set to kickstart the process of involving private sector in adding […]

Rajasthan Tourism: Ready to up the ante with night tourism products
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Rajasthan Tourism: Ready to up the ante with night tourism products

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • July 10, 2015
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​Rajasthan Tourism has unveiled a set of new measures to push its growth momentum. And […]

Tourism must coexist and grow in Harmony with Nature
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Tourism must coexist and grow in Harmony with Nature

  • Navin Berry
  • June 12, 2015
  • 0

Environmental concerns and the issue of developing niche tourism products like coastal, wildlife, adventure, etc. […]

We intend to diversify our tourism products, says Bihar Tourism Minister
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We intend to diversify our tourism products, says Bihar Tourism Minister

  • S S Thakur
  • June 12, 2015
  • 0

Dr. Javed Iqbal Ansari seemed relaxed and confident of his achievements as the tourism minister […]

Number One position is based on total recall of a destination
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Number One position is based on total recall of a destination

  • Navin Berry
  • June 12, 2015
  • 0

Ashwani Lohani, an Indian Railway officer, has worked earlier in Madhya Pradesh Tourism, also had […]

Perception plays spoilsport to Kashmir tourism: Naeem Akhtar, state Education Minister
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Perception plays spoilsport to Kashmir tourism: Naeem Akhtar, state Education Minister

  • Navin Berry
  • May 30, 2015
  • 0

In Srinagar recently, TourismFirst met with Naeem Akhtar, PDP spokesperson and presently Minister for Education […]

Tremors on Top : Crises of the Hill Station
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Tremors on Top : Crises of the Hill Station

  • Hugh and Colleen Gantzer
  • May 30, 2015
  • 0

Crumbling infrastructure is beginning to impact locals and therefore tourists as well. Water has become […]

J&K Tourism gets ready for a busy summer season
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J&K Tourism gets ready for a busy summer season

  • Navin Berry
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

Tourism is coming back to Kashmir Valley with improving perceptions of the ground reality, post […]

Private air taxi operator to connect major destinations within MP
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Private air taxi operator to connect major destinations within MP

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

In order to augment air connectivity within the state, the Madhya Pradesh government has awarded […]

Gurgaon: All round growth is creating a world class destination
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Gurgaon: All round growth is creating a world class destination

  • Navin Berry
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

Gurgaon as a destination has little to do with the traditional concept of tourism, if […]

India at Hannover: A Major Boost to Tourism
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India at Hannover: A Major Boost to Tourism

  • CS Bureau
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

Make in India is a major national program that is designed to transform India into […]

East-Asian connectivity push augurs well for the Northeast
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East-Asian connectivity push augurs well for the Northeast

  • S S Thakur
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

India’s connectivity with the East Asian countries can be a win-win proposition for the region […]

Assam seeks private participation to create niche products
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Assam seeks private participation to create niche products

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

Even as the tag of ‘paradise unexplored’ continues to hold its ground for the country’s […]

NAMO’s magic working on tourism circuit targeting his hometown
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NAMO’s magic working on tourism circuit targeting his hometown

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

Naming tourism circuits on historical personalities has not been an uncommon trend in the world […]

Chilika Lake to get its first Eco Luxury Resort by 2016 end
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Chilika Lake to get its first Eco Luxury Resort by 2016 end

  • Ritwik Sinha
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

After getting environmental clearance, Swosti Group has set afoot the exercise of creating an international […]

India gets its first formal leadership ‘retreat’
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India gets its first formal leadership ‘retreat’

  • CS Bureau
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

Grand Bharat it is a perfect coming together of Indian motifs and traditions – in […]

Kashmir beckons tourists this summer
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Kashmir beckons tourists this summer

  • CS Bureau
  • May 20, 2015
  • 0

J&K chief minister also holds its tourism portfolio. As an ardent believer in what tourism […]

The Gulmarg Conclave: Putting Tourism First
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The Gulmarg Conclave: Putting Tourism First

  • Navin Berry
  • May 18, 2015
  • 0

What is it that Kashmir wants for tourism? There are three distinct products, each a […]

Private Game Parks in Madhya Pradesh
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Private Game Parks in Madhya Pradesh

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

According to a recently published report in the Bhopal edition of a national daily, the […]

Promoting Nabakalebra by advertising on trains
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Promoting Nabakalebra by advertising on trains

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

The tourism department of Odisha seems to be leaving no stone unturned in creating a […]

Festival bonanza from Goa tourism between March-May
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Festival bonanza from Goa tourism between March-May

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

Goa Tourism has announced its mega plans to organize three back-to-back festivals commencing on March […]

Delhi to fast track Najafgarh water park project
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Delhi to fast track Najafgarh water park project

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

The creation of an expansive water sports complex has been a long-pending demand in Delhi […]

Visit Kerala Year to be unveiled in April this year
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Visit Kerala Year to be unveiled in April this year

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

Kerala Tourism has declared the period from April 2015 to March 2016 as “Visit Kerala […]

SRK may feature as brand ambassador for WB tourism
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SRK may feature as brand ambassador for WB tourism

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, whose proximity to West Bengal is well-known, is now also […]

Mumbai to regain its nightlife with 24×7 restaurants
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Mumbai to regain its nightlife with 24×7 restaurants

  • CS Bureau
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

The coalition partners in Maharsatra – the BJP and Shiv Sena – might be bickering […]

Unleashing the potential of coastal tourism
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Unleashing the potential of coastal tourism

  • Hugh and Colleen Gantzer
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

Our greatest tourism resource is being wasted. Every year, hordes of tan-seeking people flock to […]

Varanasi​: Development, Branding & Marketing of Varanasi as a Smart Heritage City
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Varanasi​: Development, Branding & Marketing of Varanasi as a Smart Heritage City

  • Anil Bhandari
  • May 13, 2015
  • 0

Uttar Pradesh moved up to second position in the Domestic Tourist Visitors’ (DTVs) ranking of […]

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