Reinforcing its Responsible Luxury ethos that seeks to create a better and secure world, ITC Hotels today announced the launch of ‘WeAssure’ initiative. In a first for the hospitality industry, the discerning guests of ITC Hotels will be reassured by an accreditation by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)- the leading standards […]

Telangana to develop tourism sites, garner more revenue. Tourism Minister of Telangana, V Srinivas Goud has directed the tourism department to prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for development of their respective vacant lands which will be considered for development of tourism. The officials were also asked to prepare proposals to develop existing hotels and restaurants […]

In a bid to alleviate the boredom inflicted by COVID-19 lockdown, the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) launched a photo contest titled ‘Nepal from Your Window’. The participant should send pictures captured in Nepal showcasing the natural beauty, culture, heritage, tourism and traditions of the country. Nepalis, as well as foreigners, can take part in the […]

Sri Lanka has further extended the validity period of all visas for foreigners until June 11, and has advised getting it endorsed before the period lapses. The previous extension granted on April 1 will lapse on May 12. “Applicants shall pay the relevant visa fee and get the visa endorsed in the passport by securing […]

According to Immigration data, there are 11,389 tourists in the country as of 4th May and Sri Lanka Tourism extends an invitation to all the International Tourists and Expatriates to register at the “Tourist & Expatriate Support Center” website on www.register.sltda.gov.lk which provides live updates on COVID-19, essential travel information and assistance. “Immediately, a 24/7 […]

The Nepal Government announced on May 6 an extension to the nation lockdown till midnight of the 18th May 2020. The air ban implemented by the Nepal Government and Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has also been extended till 31st May 2020, however, rescue flights and flights related to medical and other essential supplies […]

Starting from 11th May 2020, the Government of Sri Lanka has lifted curfew from 23 districts. The only two districts where curfew will continue are Colombo & Gampaha districts. The Sri Lankan government aims at total relaxation of the curfew restrictions imposed in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic by June. The government is targeting […]

The Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, has won this year’s SKYTRAX Award for Best Regional Airport in India and Central Asia. In a statement, Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) has said that the airport was voted by customers as the Best Regional Airport in India & Central Asia for the third time in four years at […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has allowed the opening of shops as part of the easing of lockdown restrictions announced on April 15 with neighbourhood shops and others being allowed within the city and all shops except those in malls allowed outside the municipal limits with 50 percent strength of workers. The neighbourhood and standalone […]

Nepal has extended the nationwide lockdown till May 7 as the novel coronavirus cases rose to 52 after three people tested positive for COVID-19, which has wreaked havoc on the Himalayan nation’s economy. The government during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli decided to extend the lockdown for 10 more days […]

Archaeological Survey of India ‘s Delhi circle expressed gratitude for Corona Warriors by illuminating historical sites like Red Fort, Qutub Minar &Humayun’s Tomb in a special way on World Heritage Day in New Delhi. Along with this ASI Delhi circle also administered oath to school students through video conferencing to safeguard and respect the monuments […]

The Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India is organising a series of Webinars on the overall theme of ‘Dekho Apna Desh’. The objective of these Webinars is to create awareness about and promote various tourism destinations of India – including the lesser known destinations and lesser known facets of popular destinations. In addition, thematic Webinars […]

Union Minister for Culture (I/C) Prahlad Singh Patel launched the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India in New Delhi recently Speaking on the occasion, Patel said that India houses a repository of unique ICH traditions, 13 of which have also been recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. He said that […]

Bangladesh has extended a nationwide lockdown till May 5 as part of measures to stem the spread of coronavirus pandemic, local media reported. “Holidays will be extended till May 5 from April 26. The government issued a gazette in this regard on 23rd April i.e. Thursday. The minister, however, added that May 6 is also a […]

Sri Lanka has reimposed a countrywide 24-hour curfew after a surge in the number of coronavirus cases, most of them navy sailors who were searching for those evading quarantine. The Indian Ocean island nation has confirmed 420 cases of the virus, including seven deaths, and has ramped up testing. Sri Lanka had partially lifted a monthlong curfew […]

Nepal Tourism Board rescued a total of 1,721 tourists to Kathmandu from Lukla, Chitwan, Pokhara, Taplejung and other parts of the country, and repatriated 1,592 tourists to home countries from Kathmandu from March 27 to April 3, 2020, during the COVID 19 Lockdown across Nepal announced by the Government of Nepal from March 23. The […]

As part of India’s war against COVID-19, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India has launched “Lifeline Udan” flights for movement of medical and essential supplies across the country and beyond. Under this initiative, 62 Lifeline Udan flights have been operated during the five day period from 26th to 30th March 2020, transporting over […]

The Nepal government has extended the ongoing nationwide lockdown until April 15 to battle the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The government said on recently that all international flights to Nepal will remain suspended until April 30 as well. Earlier on March 20 the government had decided to suspend all international flights […]

SriLankan Airlines has decided to temporarily suspend all its flights from 8th to 21st  April 2020 in view of the travel restrictions imposed by the destinations where it operates to. The Airline is constantly reviewing the market conditions and the restrictions imposed by the various authorities and will be ready recommence its operations at short […]

According to IRCTC spokesperson, all passengers who booked tickets on IRCTC-run 3 trains will get a full refund. The spokesperson said, “Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has decided to suspend bookings for trains that are run by it, till April 30, 2020. IRCTC runs three trains as of now, 2 Tejas trains and […]

Indian Ministry of Tourism has launched portal www.strandedinindia.com with a view to identify, assist and facilitate foreign tourists who are stranded in various parts of India due to the lockdown situation necessitated by the COVID19 global pandemic. Such tourists would need to log on to the portal, provide some basic contact information and narrate the nature […]

IndiGo has been recognised as one of the most valuable and strongest airlines as per the Brand Finance Airlines 50 report for 2020. The airline was ranked at number 43 in the report as it entered the list for the first time. IndiGo, the only airline from India, ranked above the other two new entrants […]