Dhudmaras in Chhattisgarh: Best Tourism Village by UNWTO

Dhudmaras, a village in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar district, is gaining international acclaim and has been named one of the best tourism villages by the UNWTO. This recognition marks its commitment to sustainable tourism. The village is located within the stunning Kanger ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs

Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve

Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve is located in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, making it one of the few tiger reserves in India that spans across two states. It is also the largest tiger reserve in India, covering a total ..

Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023

Category: Places in News Current Affairs

September 27: World Tourism Day

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 ..

Month: Current affairs - September, 2022

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs

UNEP launches Green Fins Hub

The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) and the UK-based charity Reef-World Foundation have launched the Green Fins Hub to boost sustainable marine tourism. Key features The Green Fins Hub is first-ever global marine tourism industry platform that would help diving ..

Month: Current affairs - September, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs

2018 World Tourism Day (WTD)

The World Tourism Day (WTD) is observed every year on September 27 to raise awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value. The 2018 theme is “Tourism and the Digital ..

NITI Aayog launches 5 Thematic Reports on Sustainable Development in Himalayan Region

NITI Aayog has released five Thematic Reports on Sustainable Development in Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) recognizing uniqueness of Himalayas and challenges for sustainable development. These reports list challenges in all defined five thematic areas and discuss significance, challenges, ongoing actions ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2018

Oman hosts 2nd second UNWTO/UNESCO World Conference on Tourism and Culture

The 2nd UNWTO/UNESCO World Conference on Tourism and Culture: Fostering Sustainable Development was held in Muscat, Oman from December 11 to 12, 2017. This conference was hosted by the Government of the Sultanate of Oman. It was conducted within the ..

World Tourism Day (WTD) observed every year on September 27

The World Tourism Day (WTD) is observed every year on September 27 to raise awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value. The 2017 theme “Sustainable tourism – a tool ..