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 with the upcoming 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Historical Context China and ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
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 employment for youth. The state is actively developing heritage sites and enhancing ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
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. Tourists can now book shikara rides through the Uber app that allows ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
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, which marks traditional methods that have been used for centuries. Purpose of ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
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 encourages partnerships among various stakeholders, including buyers, sellers, and media. The Ministry ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
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, part of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan. Project Details The projects ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
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 Climate Action Agenda For the first time, tourism has been incorporated into ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
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 in over 50 years. Modi attended the second India-CARICOM Summit, focusing on ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs