Tourism

Mizoram records 675,284 tourist arrivals in first eight months of 2026

Mizoram records 675,284 tourist arrivals in first ...

October 6, 2026

The northeastern state of Mizoram recorded 675,284 tourist arrivals between January and August, including 664,197 domestic visitors and 11,087 foreign tourists, as the state government steps up efforts to promote tourism through cultural events, festivals and adventure activities...

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Responsible growth key for future of booming adventure travel in India

Responsible growth key for future of booming adven...

October 4, 2026

How has adventure tourism in India evolved over the past decade and what key factors are driving growth? Over the past decade, adventure tourism in India has undergone a decisive shift, from a fragmented, niche activity base to a structured, aspirational and fast-maturing industr...

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A temple in Morena that resembles the Indian Parliament

A temple in Morena that resembles the Indian Parli...

October 3, 2026

Amid the historic landscape of Morena district in Madhya Pradesh, near the village of Mitawali, stands an ancient temple whose unusual circular design has drawn attention for its striking resemblance to the old Parliament House in New Delhi. Known as the Chausath Yogini Temple, t...

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Barot: Slow travel in Himachal Pradesh’s trout valley 

Barot: Slow travel in Himachal Pradesh’s trout v...

October 3, 2026

Situated at an altitude of around 1,835 metres, Barot is a small valley in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, surrounded by forested mountains and the Uhl River. While the destination remains lesser known than other major hill stations in the state, its combination of natural la...

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Maheshwar: A royal heritage shaped by the Narmada and handloom

Maheshwar: A royal heritage shaped by the Narmada ...

October 2, 2026

Away from the better-known destinations of Madhya Pradesh, Maheshwar in Khargone district offers a quieter heritage experience centred around the Narmada River. The town, historically associated with the ancient city of Mahishmati, developed as an important political and cultural...

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Odisha Travel Bazaar 2026 to bring tourism stakeholders from 27 countries

Odisha Travel Bazaar 2026 to bring tourism stakeho...

October 2, 2026

In a move aimed at strengthening Odisha’s position in the global tourism market, the state government has announced the seventh edition of Odisha Travel Bazaar (OTB) 2026, which will be held from October 3 to 5 in Bhubaneswar. Announcing the event at a pre-event press conferenc...

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Goa commences tourism season with first charter from Russia

Goa commences tourism season with first charter fr...

October 1, 2026

Marking the beginning of a new season for international travellers to Goa, the first charter flight from Russia has landed in Goa. In a press statement, Goa Tourism says that Goa has commenced its 2026-27 tourism season with the arrival of the first charter flight from Yekaterinb...

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Shekhwat calls for private investment, new destinations at Assocham National Tourism Conclave

Shekhwat calls for private investment, new destina...

September 30, 2026

The next phase of India’s tourism growth was in focus at the Assocham National Tourism Conclave 2026, that was inaugurated by Union Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in New Delhi on Wednesday. The conclave, held under the theme Tourism as an Economic Engine:...

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Gingee Fort: Tamil Nadu’s highly coveted hill-fort

Gingee Fort: Tamil Nadu’s highly coveted hill-fo...

September 30, 2026

Set across the rugged Rajagiri, Krishnagiri and Chandrayandurg hills in Villupuram district of Tamil Nadu, the sprawling Gingee Fort complex stands as one of South India’s most formidable hill fortresses. Surrounded by vast stretches of landscape, its imposing walls and strateg...

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Domestic tourism nears 4.3 billion visits in 2025 

Domestic tourism nears 4.3 billion visits in 2025Â...

September 28, 2026

India’s tourism sector has recorded a sharp post-pandemic recovery, with domestic tourist visits rising to 4.29 billion in 2025, from 677 million in 2021, according to data released by the Ministry of Tourism on the occasion of World Tourism Day. In a press statement, the Minis...

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