India’s tribes at risk as expanding tourism plans threaten identity, ecosystem
[ad_1] India counts 8.6 per cent of its 1.4 billion population as a tribal demographic – with their own indigenous culture, food, clothing and lifestyle. The government and private agencies intend to ride on such uniqueness from this segment in the name of tribal or eco-tourism. Although the national strategy of eco-tourism calls for involvement […]
Record-breaking tourist footfall at Kaziranga National Park, receives 3.27 lakh tourists in FY 2023-24
[ad_1] Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and iconic inhabitants like the one-horned rhinoceros, Kaziranga has emerged as a top-choice destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts Image for representational purposes only Your browser doesn’t support HTML5 audio Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) experienced a significant upsurge in tourist footfall […]
India’s hospitality sector’s contribution is projected to reach $450–500 billion by FY30: CareEdge- Republic World
[ad_1] Spice Route | The Imperial Hotel, Delhi | Cost for two: Rs 6,000 | Image:The Imperial Hotel website Hospitality sector growth: India’s hospitality industry is experiencing a notable rise in capacity additions, particularly in the midscale-economy segment, fueled by a resurgence in domestic tourism, the resumption of international flights, and a gradual recovery in […]
Thanks To India’s Prime Minister Modi, The Islands Of Lakshadweep Will See Dramatic New Tourism Development
[ad_1] Prime Minister Modi on the beach in Lakshadweep during a recent visit. ANI / Courtesy of Ministry of Tourism India’s smallest territory, Lakshadweep, is emerging as a must-see destination, with Indian tourists and forward-thinking experiential visitors. The area made headlines following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vacation in January when he posted multiple images of […]
From wedding proposals to mandir darshans, heli-tourism is flying high | India News – Times of India
[ad_1] Have you ever found yourself stuck in a traffic jam, and wished you could fly to your destination instead? Or walked for hours at a pilgrimage spot, and prayed for an easier way to get where you want? Or dreamt of having a cocktail on your birthday, several feets up in the air? If […]
Joshimath: Local economy takes a beating as tourists dwindle, residents move out
[ad_1] On a sunny February afternoon, Motiram Joshi, 65, is patiently waiting for people to visit his general store in Uttarakhand’s Joshimath town. However, since last year, the tourist inflow has significantly reduced, impacting his business. Joshi told Mongabay-India that he has been running his store for over two decades but has never seen such […]
On a Spiritual High
[ad_1] The spiritual side of Indians was never this visible. The numbers prove it. Of late, spiritual tourism, or travel motivated by spiritual or religious beliefs, is at an all-time high. People are flocking to religious monuments and destinations, as well as spiritually uplifting locations, like never before. According to the most recent estimates, religious […]
Scindia announces direct flight between Gwalior and Mumbai, says ‘will bolster tourism, prosperity’
[ad_1] Image Source : PTI Union Minister for Civil Aviation and Steel Jyotiraditya Scindia Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday (February 23) announced a direct flight between Mumbai and Gwalior starting February 27, aiming to expand air services in the city in Madhya Pradesh, and said that it will help in bolstering tourism. […]
Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day 2024: Wishes, History, Key Facts, and Tourist Spots – News18
[ad_1] The Northern States Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh celebrate their Foundation Day on February 20, since 1987. This declaration was made by the Indian Government following the 53rd Amendment of the Indian Constitution in 1986. Arunachal Pradesh, located in the extreme northern part of the country, is also known as the ‘Land Of The Rising […]
FHRAI to host Travel for Life Tourism Sustainability Summit – ET HospitalityWorld
[ad_1] FHRAI to host Travel for Life Tourism Sustainability Summit. The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI) jointly with PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) and Hotel Association of India will host “Travel for Life; Tourism Sustainability Summit, an event set to redefine the path of sustainable tourism in India. Under […]