Topic: Tourism
Strengthening Nepal-China Relations in 2024
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli met recently to enhance bilateral ties. Both leaders expressed a commitment to deepening their partnership, which coincides...
West Bengal Recognised for Heritage Tourism: UNESCO
West Bengal has gained recognition as a premier heritage tourism destination by UNESCO , Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced. She emphasised the importance of heritage tourism in generating...
Uber Shikara: India’s First Water Transport Service
Uber has introduced Asia’s first water transport service, Uber Shikara, in Dal Lake, Jammu and Kashmir, which blends technology with traditional shikara rides to enhance the tourist experience....
World Craft Council Launches Authenticity Seal for Jammu & Kashmir Crafts
Kashmir’s handicrafts received important attention as the World Crafts Council (WCC) introduced the ‘Seal of Authenticity of the Craft.’ This certification recognizes handmade crafts from Jammu and Kashmir,...
12th International Tourism Mart in Kaziranga
The 12th International Tourism Mart (ITM) takes place in Kaziranga from November 26 to 29, 2024. This annual event aims to connect tourism businesses from northeastern India, which...
Cabinet Approves 3 Major Railway Projects
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has recently approved three important railway projects, which aim to enhance rail connectivity in India. The total investment is approximately ₹7,927 crore,...
More than 50 Countries Sign UN Sustainable Tourism Declaration
More than 50 governments have committed to a U.N. declaration aimed at making global tourism more climate-friendly, which emerged during a climate summit held in Azerbaijan. Inclusion in...
2nd India-CARICOM Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Guyana on November 20, 2024, marked a moment in diplomatic relations. This visit was the first by an Indian head of state...
Kerala Launches Seaplane Service for Tourism
The tourism sector in Kerala is set for an important boost with the launch of a new seaplane service. This initiative is scheduled to commence on November 11...
Mexico Imposes One of the World’s Strictest Anti-Smoking Laws
Mexico has recently imposed one of the world’s strictest anti-tobacco laws, setting in force a total ban on smoking in public places, including hotels, beaches, and parks. The...
Varanasi nominated as the first SCO Tourism and Cultural Capital
The temple city of Varanasi was nominated as the first-ever SCO Tourism and Cultural Capital during the recently held SCO Summit. Key facts During the 22nd Meeting of...
