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Vande Bharat 2.0

September 30, 2022

Prime Minister Modi launched the new and upgraded version of Vande Bharat Express between Gandhinagar and Mumbai. Key facts The latest version has cost over Rs 115 crore – Rs 15 crore higher than the previous version. The new train ..

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September 27: World Tourism Day

September 27, 2022

World Tourism Day is observed on September 27. Key facts The World Tourism Day is observed every year to promote tourism and spread awareness about its importance. The theme for this year is “Rethinking Tourism”. It focuses on the post-pandemic ..

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Jharkhand Tourism Policy: What are its objectives?

July 26, 2022

Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, launched the “Jharkhand Tourism Policy” with the aim of reviving, renewing and revamping the tourism sector in State. With this policy, state shall no more be known for extractions. Its attractions would mesmerize India ..

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UN Report on International tourism

July 1, 2021

According to the report by UNCTAD and UN’s World Tourism Organisation (WTO), International tourism arrivals are set to stagnate in 2021, except in some Western markets. Key findings of report As per report, stagnation would result into losses of $2.4 ..

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United Nations releases World Economic Situation and Prospects Report, 2020

May 15, 2020

The United Nations recently released the World Economic Situation and Prospects Report, 2020. According to the report, the world economy is to shrink by 3.2% in 2020. The GDP growth in developed countries will decline to -0.5% in 2020. Highlights: ..

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“Dekho Apna Desh”: A Webinar launched by Tourism Ministry

April 15, 2020

On April 14, 2020, the Ministry of Tourism launched “Dekho Apna Desh”. It is a webinar that caters in-depth information about tourist destinations in the country. It also provides details about culture and heritage of India. Highlights The first webinar ..

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