Thiruvananthapuram, January 9: The Government of Kerala (GoK) has approved a comprehensive layout plan for the Sabarimala pilgrimage site, encompassing Pampa and the trek route, announced Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday.
New Delhi, Jan 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday remotely flagged off the inaugural journey of the Pravasi Bharatiya Express, a special tourist train for the Indian diaspora.
Dehradun, January 9: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the state's winter pilgrimage initiative has been extended to a year-round event.
Prayagraj, January 9: In a remarkable display of devotion, a French woman named Pascal, who is deeply fond of Hinduism and a devotee of Lord Shiva, arrived in Prayagraj to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.
By Shafali Nigam, Muscat, January 9: Oman's Minister of Heritage and Tourism, Salim bin Mohammed Al Mahrouqi, expressed on Wednesday that India and Oman continue to work together in the tourism sector, facilitating easier movement and exchanges between the two nations.
Guwahati, January 8: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, JP Nadda on Wednesday visited key healthcare facilities in Assam, including the Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health (LGBRIMH), Mangaldai District Civil Hospital, and AIIMS Guwahati, to inaugurate new initiatives and review ongoing healthcare projects aimed at enhancing medical services for the people of the region.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 8: Prayagraj, believed to be the king of pilgrimages, is ready to welcome the devotees and pilgrims for the Mahakumbh 2025, from across the globe.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said on Wednesday that the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is a great achievement for the state to promote tourism in the world.
Bhubaneshwar, January 8: At the Joint Business Session held on the sidelines of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the significant economic potential of Odisha and its role in India's global growth.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 8: The 18th Pravsi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) convention commenced at Bhubaneswar on Wednesday with the inauguration of Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
Kyiv, Jan 8: Thailand received over 35.54 million foreign tourists in 2024, a rise of 26.27 per cent from a year earlier, thanks to eased entry rules and visa exemption measures, official data showed.
Srinagar, Jan 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Jammu and Kashmir on January 13 to inaugurate the Z-Morh tunnel on the Srinagar-Sonamarg road to make Sonamarg an all-weather tourist destination.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 7: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who is in Odisha to attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, on Tuesday visited different tourist destinations in Puri and Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneshwar, January 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday visited the Konark Eco Retreat Park and said he was 'impressed' by it.
Shimla, January 7: After recent snowfall in the region, tourists from all over the country are flocking to the beautiful Kufri Hills to enjoy the winter wonderland. The snowfall, which began last night, has blanketed the surrounding areas in a pristine layer of white, attracting both nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Dehradun, January 7: After meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said that during the meeting with the PM, many important schemes related to the development of the state were discussed and valuable guidance was received from the Prime Minister.
Lhasa, Jan 7: The Mount Qomolangma scenic area was temporarily closed, and tourists and staff were in safe condition after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake jolted Dingri County in the Xizang (Autonomous Region) on Tuesday morning, according to local Chinese authorities.
Puri, January 7: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, accompanied by his wife Kyoko Jaishankar, began his Odisha visit by paying respects at the iconic Jagannath Temple in Puri. Sharing his sentiments on X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar posted, "Blessed to have darshan of Lord Jagannath ji at Puri today. Prayed for peace, prosperity and harmony for all. Jai Jagannath!"
Kohima, Jan 7: To promote tourism and to facilitate the visit of foreign tourists, the Nagaland government has decided to urge the Ministry of Home Affairs to exclude the state from the purview of the Protected Area Permit (PAP), officials said here on Tuesday.
Prayagraj, January 7: As the world's largest religious gathering, the Mahakumbh, draws near, visitors are coming to Prayagraj's Sangam, where camel rides from Qila Ghat to Sangam Nose, brought in from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, have become a popular attraction, especially for families.
Puri, January 7: Ahead of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention in Odisha, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with his wife Kyoko Jaishankar, visited the Sun Temple in Konark and described the temple as a testament to India's heritage and creativity, urging visiting Pravasi Bharatiya delegates in Bhubaneswar to visit the temple.
Srinagar, January 7: Cold conditions persist in Jammu & Kashmir Srinagar with the weather generally to remain dry for the next few days, as per the weather department.
Mumbai, Jan 6: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday held a roadshow in the financial capital for the mega investment and infrastructure summit, to be held in the state on February 25-26.
Prayagraj, January 6: With a week left for the Maha Kumbh Mela, the official website of the grand religious congregation is getting a lot of visitors and has been visited by over 33 lakh people from India and 182 other countries.
Prayagraj, January 6: As Prayagraj gears up to welcome thousands of devotees, seers and sages for the Maha Kumbh Mela, the local resorts have decided to focus on the eco-friendly aspects by opting Bamboo Cottages for accommodations.
Shimla, January 6: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stressed the significance of the tourism sector as the state's economic backbone while reviewing Tourism Department projects, emphasizing the government's priority on completing ongoing initiatives to enhance visitor experiences.
Srinagar, Jan 6: Heavy snowfall occurred in the higher reaches while moderate snow and rain lashed the plains of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday.
Guwahati, Jan 5: In a bid to promote tourism, Indian Railways is operating a Bharat Gaurav special train between Rana Pratap Nagar in Rajasthan and Kamakhya in Guwahati, officials said here on Sunday.
Guwahati, Jan 5: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said that the tourist footfall has tremendously increased in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve following the visit and night stay of Prime Minister Narendra Modi there last year.
Agra,January 6: The Taj Mahal, which had been veiled by thick fog over the past three days, experienced improved visibility this morning, allowing visitors to enjoy its iconic beauty under a lighter mist.
New Delhi, Jan 5: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has made remarkable strides in its efforts to boost tourism, deepen cultural exchanges, and elevate its global profile. One of the most significant achievements in this regard is the launch of the 'Chalo India' campaign.
Dubai, January 5: In alignment with the directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts for the second phase of Al Mamzar Beach Development Project. This phase focuses on developing the beachfront in Al Mamzar Corniche, with completion of both phases of the project expected by the end of 2025. The total cost of the project is projected to be around AED400 million across both phases.
Prayagraj, January 5: The special arrangements for Maha Kumbh devotees, including a floating self-propelled jetty for VIP bathing experience away from the crowd at Sangam have been set up this time to provide a seamless spiritual experience.
Doda, January 5: Following the restoration of the Bhaderwah-Basholi-Pathankot National Highway, a large number of tourists have thronged to the Doda's Bhaderwah region of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the Guldanda meadow, after it received heavy snowfall.
Dubai, January 4: The Hatta Running Championship returns on January 4 under the patronage of Sheikh Saeed bin Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Hatta Club.
Dubai, January 4: Dubai International (DXB) is on track to welcome 4.3 million guests in the first 15 days of the year, setting the stage for its busiest January yet. Daily traffic is projected to peak on 3rd January, with over 311,000 guests expected.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 4: In a major initiative to position Uttar Pradesh as a leading global tourism destination, the Yogi Adityanath government is set to showcase the state's tourism offerings at the International Tourism Trade Fairs in Spain’s Madrid and Germany’s Berlin.
Dubai, January 3: Dubai welcomed 16.79 million international tourists during the first 11 months 2024 between January and November, an increase of 9 per cent compared to the same period last year when the number of international tourists reached 15.37 million.
Prayagraj, January 3: The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is sparing no effort to make Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj the grandest celebration of Sanatan Dharma, attracting crores of devotees across India and the world.
Shimla, January 3: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu attended the Winter Carnival at the Ridge in Shimla late on Thursday evening.
Ayodhya, January 2: Mauritius Minister Govindranath Gunness arrived in India on Thursday to visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, marking his first trip to worship at the revered site.
Bengaluru, January 2: The Hampi Utsav, also known as the Vijaya Utsava will be held this year for three days, starting from February 28 to March 2, said an official on Thursday.