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Gujarat government launches industrial tourism to showcase development
Gujarat government has launched industrial tourism package to promote its development by showcasing its major industrial installations which have earned global acclaim for state. It is a first of its kind initiative India, offered by Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Ltd ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2015
Kerala Tourism's campaign’ wins silver prize in Golden Gate Award at ITB-Berlin
Kerala Tourism has won silver prize in the prestigious Golden Gate Award at the Internationale Tourismus-Börse Berlin (ITB-Berlin) – 2015. Kerala Tourism received the prize in the category of mulimedia-campaign for its global multimedia ‘The Great Backwaters campaign’ in the ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2015
Evolution of the Indian Aviation Industry
The Indian aviation industry has experienced remarkable changes since its inception in the early 20th century. It contributes to the nation’s economic growth, connectivity, and tourism. This page outlines the evolution of this dynamic sector. Early Beginnings (1910-1947) First Flight ..
India launches E-Visa facility for 43 countries
India has launched the tourist visa on arrival facility (VoA) enabled by electronic travel authorization i.e. E-Visa facility. It was launched by Home Ministry and Tourism Ministry. This system will be applicable for 43 countries and will make travel seamless ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2014
India to launch E-Visa Facility for 40 countries
Visitors from over 40 countries, including Germany, the US, Israel and Palestine, will soon be able to avail the electronic visa (E-Visa) facility of India. The tourism ministry along with the home ministry will launch the facility on 27th November ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2014
Government nod for parallel sea route from Port Blair to Baratang
The Union Shipping Ministry has given permission to the Andaman & Lakshadweep Harbour Works Department for a parallel sea route from Port Blair to Baratang in the Andamans. Sea route The sea route will serve as the entry point to ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2014
Apple Festival begins in Himachal Pradesh
The Himachal Pradesh State Tourism Department has launched an Apple Festival to showcase and promote locally produced apples and apple made products among tourist. The Tourism Departments also plans to take the tourists to the apple orchards itself so that ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2014
Comprehensive Sustainable Tourism Criteria India (STCI) launched
In a proposal to augment its sustainability offerings, the Union Ministry of Tourism launched the comprehensive Sustainable Tourism Criteria for India (STCI) for accommodation, tour operators and beaches, backwaters, lakes and rivers sectors. STCI has been launched to develop tourism ..