The Indian Government’s think tank, Niti Aayog, along with UT administration has issued Rest for Qualification documents regarding plans to develop water villas at India’s popular island destinations, such as Lakshadweep and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The project is estimated at INR 150000 crore for both land and water villas. According to reports, new […]

With a focus on connectivity of Islands, UDAN 4.0 scheme under the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has invited bids for 3 unserved airports/airstrips in Andaman & Nicobar Island and 1 underserved airport/airstrip in Lakshadweep Island. These are : Campbell Bay, Car Nicobar and Shibpur in Andaman &Nicobar and Agatti in Lakshadweep. The aerodromes are […]

Ministry of Civil Aviation, GoI has assured Manipur government that the State Government’s proposal for including Imphal – Mandalay sector under International UDAN will be taken up on a priority, acknowledging the State’s importance in Act East Policy. The ministry has also assured that the bidding process for selection of airlines, for this sector, will […]

The USA Today has ranked Sri Lanka as the top destination, among 20 countries, for winter travel. “Jetsetters looking for something off the beaten tourist path should consider Sri Lanka,” USA Today said. “An overlooked gem, this exotic island in the Indian Ocean seduces everyone who steps foot with its stunning unspoiled wilderness, colorful history, […]

The newly renovated Tourist Information Centre (TIC) operated under the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) was ceremonially opened to the public recently, by Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) Chairman Kishu Gomes, along with Kandy Hoteliers Association President Samantha Rathnayake, and his key members, Central Province Department of Trade, Commerce and Tourism Director W.M.A.H. […]

This year, Sarovar Hotels & Resorts entered Madhya Pradesh market with an 88 room property, announced the 90-keys Estuary Sarovar Portico in Kerala, opened Nirvana Sarovar Portico at Gorakhpur, expanded in Ahmedabad by signing a 49-rooms property, signed a new hotel in Faridabad, launched Seasons Sarovar Portico in Udaipur, announcd Sarovar Portico Dindi in the […]

The India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), which manages the Pragati Maidan, will undertake a mega project to redevelop the land into a world class International Exhibition and Convention Centre. The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved monetisation of land at Pragati Maidan in the heart of the national capital for building a five-star hotel. ITPO will […]

Telangana Tourism is taking new initiatives to promote eco-tourism and tourism in general in the state. The state tourism body has opened an air-conditioned two-storey ferry, and ten three-star cottages at the backwaters of Krishna River towards this initiative. Located in Somasila, Kollapur, which is about 250 km away from Hyderabad, these tourist facilities were […]

Delhi, the national capital of India, is all set to enter the list of world’s top 10 most popular destinations in the world, according to the recent data published by Euromonitor International. Currently, the city ranks at the 11th position in the list of world’s top 100 destinations and is forecast to be hold the […]

In a new collaborative effort, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Government of India are ready to establish another museum in Purana Qila aka the Old Fort in Delhi. The museum will display objects excavated throughout India that have been kept in the Central Antiquities Collection (CAC) at Purana Qila. According to the […]

Kashi Vishwanth Corridor authorities have made a unique plan to curb carbon footprint in the upcoming project. Touted as the dream project of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Kashi Vishwanath Corriodor will ensure that it creates a environmentally sustainable model. Temple authorities will manage and recycle both the liquid-solid waste and nirmalya (floral, milk, water and […]

Latest reports suggest that the 8.8 km long Rohtang tunnel that is being built on Leh-Manali highway might soon become operational. An official spokesperson informed this, further adding that utmost efforts are being made to make this tunnel operational by May 2020. Once inaugurated, this tunnel will become one of the longest road tunnels in […]

Festivals of India are so full of life that one needs to explore each and every corner of the country. Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival is one such extravaganza that celebrates the age-old customs and traditions of the state, which are also unique in every sense. Hornbill Festival 2019 promises the splendour and amazement of every other […]

Vistara recently inaugurated service to Colombo, Sri Lanka. The airline now flies daily (except Wednesdays) between Mumbai and Colombo, making it the first to offer the choice of Premium Economy Class for travel between India and Sri Lanka, in addition to Economy and Business Class. “We are very happy to step into another new geography […]

Virgin Atlantic has announced the routes that will be operated by its new A350 aircraft next summer. The aircraft, which features a new Upper Class cabin, will fly to Johannesburg from March 2020, Los Angeles from April 2020 (VS23/VS24), San Francisco from May 2020 (VS19/VS20) and Lagos from August 2020. Johannesburg will be reduced from […]

Air India has come out with a lucrative offer for its passengers. It will allow them an additional baggage allowance of 10 kg on every domestic flight. All airlines, be it domestic or international, have strict baggage rules. Beyond the prescribed limit, airlines charge an excess baggage fee from travellers. Baggage charges and excess baggage […]

Reaching Himachal will soon get easier and faster as the Centre has given a green signal for the construction of an airport in the hill town of Mandi. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur made the news public after his meeting with the Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh […]

The Air India flight that will operate six days a week, sparing Sunday, will take off from Gaggal Airport at 8 am and will land at Chandigarh Airport around 9.30 am. From Chandigarh Airport, it will depart at 9.55 am and will reach Dharamshala at 10.55 am.

Currently, Star Air airline mainly operates lights on UDAN routes and provides services to seven Indian cities like Delhi-NCR (Hindon), Mumbai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Tirupati, Hubballi, and Belagavi. Karnataka’s Kalaburagi airport to begin operations! Marking the inauguration of the Kalaburagi airport this month, the Bengaluru-Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) flight service will begin from November 22. Star Air will […]

The four-month long runway resurfacing work at the Cochin International Airport Ltd (Cial) is all set to start. As part of the works, flight operations from the airport will be suspended from 10am to 6pm till March 28, 2020. However, those who have booked tickets for the period will not be majorly affected since almost […]

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts has debuted in the city of Hyderabad. Located in Gachibowli, a leading corporate hub and home to global tech giants, Le Meridien Hyderabad provides guests with an intimate and urban sanctuary in one of one of India’s most dynamic cities. Neeraj Govil, Senior Vice President- South Asia, Marriott International said, […]

Tourists visiting Chilika Lake and Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha may soon enjoy a stay in houseboats. Visitors to Puri may also get a chance to surf the waves at a planned annual event. The Tourism Advisory Committee of the state government has recently approved a slew of activities to attract visitors to the state, […]