Anil Singh

‘Travel for LiFE’ program kicks off

The Union Ministry of Tourism launches ‘Travel for LiFE’ program, a part of the Prime Minister’s desired ‘Mission LiFE’, at a function organised in New Delhi on World Tourism Day 2023. The function was attended by senior officials from the Union Ministery of Tourism, as well as senior industry members …

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IATO to mull sustainability trends

The 38th IATO Annual Convention, to be held in Aurangabad from 29 September to 2 October 2023, will discuss sustainability trends in tourism and look at the inbound growth in the country. TT Bureau Rajiv Mehra, President, Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) said that the 38th IATO Annual Convention …

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National Policy by Tourism Day?

G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Tourism, Culture and DoNER, says India’s tourism sector will greatly benefit from the G20 meetings organised across the country, and the much-awaited National Tourism Policy is likely to be released by World Tourism Day on 27 September 2023. Nisha Verma G Kishan Reddy, Union …

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25 new wedding destinations

In a bid to unravel the potential of India’s wedding industry, Ministry of Tourism (MOT) has launched a wedding tourism campaign, under which 25 destinations have been shortlisted. Hazel Jain G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and DoNER, recently launched the wedding tourism campaign, which seeks to expand …

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Taking tourism to rural areas

Under the Vibrant Villages Programme, the Union Ministry of Tourism recently organised an interactive session in New Delhi for more than 300 Sarpanches and Gram Pradhans from border villages of the country. Janice Alyosius More than 300 Sarpanches and Gram Pradhans from border villages of the country participated in a …

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Industry feels manpower pinch

The travel and tourism sector is facing shortage of skilled manpower. Experts share their views on what can be done to deal with the problem—which will not go away anytime soon. Suhani Sood Many companies in the travel and tourism sector are feeling the pinch due to shortage of skilled …

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Hoteliers prioritise sustainability

Sustainable practices have become a priority for hospitality leaders and hoteliers. Success of a hotel or restaurant depends on how it preserves the surrounding natural environment and cultural attractions that will entice tourists. Hospitality experts agree upon prioritising sustainable and eco-friendly practices at their properties. Zubin Saxena, MD, Radisson Hotels …

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India Travel Awards celebrates excellence

India Travel Awards North 2023 recognizes the movers and shakers of the industry, who have contributed to the country’s vibrant tourism landscape, setting new benchmarks. Janice Alyosius The India Travel Awards North 2023 took place at Hyatt Regency Delhi on 25 July 2023. The event was a huge success, as …

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‘Govt addressing parking issue’

Ajay Bhatt, MoS for Tourism, says the tourists’ rush at famous tourist destinations has necessitated the need for more parking facilities, and govt has already started work in this direction. Poonam Akolia Ajay Bhatt, Minister of State for Tourism, has highlighted the pressing need for additional parking spaces at popular …

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