Tourism
Meghalaya bans roadside picnics in Sohra over envi...
August 5, 2026
In order to curb environmental degradation caused by tourists to the popular East Khasi Hills region, the Meghalaya government has issued a prohibitory order banning roadside cooking, lighting open fires and littering in the area. In a press statement, the government says that th...
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Strong response to advance safari bookings for Ran...
August 4, 2026
Advance safari bookings for the upcoming tourism season at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, a major wildlife sanctuary and one of India’s most famous tiger habitats in Rajasthan, have witnessed an overwhelming response, with nearly 40,000 domestic and international tourists regis...
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Air India Express begins operations from Bhopal
August 1, 2026
Air India Express, a low-cost carrier and member of Air India Group, has commenced operations from Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal, with the launch of two daily flights to Delhi and a daily flight to Mumbai, strengthening connectivity from Madhya Pradesh’s capital. In a press sta...
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76.3 pc Indian travellers expect rise in shared mo...
July 30, 2026
India’s intercity travel is shifting towards shared mobility, with young and working professionals driving the trend, according to the IntrCity SmartBus Intercity Mobility Survey 2026. Based on responses from 13,320 participants across India, the survey found that 74.3 pc o...
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84 pc Indians interested in culture-led domestic t...
July 29, 2026
Culture is becoming a key factor in travel decisions, according to Skyscanner’s India Culture Travel Index. In a press statement, Skyscanner says that 84 pc of Indian travellers say their interest in culture-led travel within India has grown in recent years, reflecting a sh...
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Nepal seeks India’s approval for national ID...
July 27, 2026
Seeking to simplify cross-border travel, Nepal has formally proposed that India accept its National Identity Card as a valid document for Nepali citizens entering the country. According to a press statement, Nepal’s Department of Immigration, the proposal has been submitted...
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Goa to launch ‘Ekadasha Teertha Yatra’ on July...
July 23, 2026
The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, will launch the ‘Ekadasha Teertha Yatra’ on July 24, from Shree Mahaganapati Temple in Khandola, marking a significant step towards strengthening spiritual tourism in the State. In a press statement, the tourism board says that ...
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Rann Utsav-Tent City returns to Dhordo from Novemb...
July 22, 2026
Returning to Gujarat from November 1, Rann Utsav-Tent City will bring together Kutch’s rich cultural heritage, traditional crafts, regional cuisine, desert experiences and curated excursions, while offering travellers an extended itinerary to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of D...
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Tourism Ministry sanctions INR 57 billion for 117 ...
July 22, 2026
Expanding tourism infrastructure across the country, the Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned 117 projects worth INR 57 billion over the past two years, with funding spread across states and Union Territories under six central schemes supporting destination development, connectivit...
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Antara Cruises to invest INR 5 billion to expand B...
July 21, 2026
River cruise operator Antara Cruises is set to invest more than INR 5 billion over the next five years to expand luxury cruising on the Brahmaputra, introducing four new vessels and supporting tourism infrastructure across Assam. In a press statement, the company says that the ...
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