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With reinforced confidence after the recent budget allocated to MOT and a plan in place, the ministry is now looking to address the industry’s concerns over TCS and other issues. Meenakshi Sharma, Director General, Tourism, says they will work hand-in-hand with trade. Nisha Verma Upbeat about the budget allocated to …

Rakesh Kumar Verma, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Tourism (MOT), reveals the ministry’s plan to tackle the COVID-19 crisis. He also talks about MOT’s initiatives to attract and motivate tourists to travel to India. Nisha Verma Rakesh Kumar Verma assumed office in January  this year and within a month of doing so, …

IATO is in talks with the Ministry of Tourism (MOT) to revise the guidelines of approval of inbound tour operators, allowing members with low turnover to also be recognised by the government. Nisha Verma The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) recently organised its monthly luncheon, where it shared industry …

Ministry of Tourism is innovating its approach to tap some of the biggest outbound markets of the world, China being its focus for now. A dedicated China cell and marketing through the Chinese multipurpose digital platform, WeChat, is a move in this direction. Nisha Verma Rupinder Brar, Additional Director General, …

The second edition of the International Buddhist Travel Mart and ABTO Convention will be organised in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, from December 10-12, with an aim to promote India as a Buddhist tourism destination. The mart will be an opportunity for participants to meet with international guests. Bodh Gaya in Bihar …

PATA India Tourism PowerHouse will be held on December 6 at The Park, New Delhi. The theme this year is ‘India Tourism – The Big Leap Forward’. Imminent speakers from the industry have been invited to take the stage at the event. TT Bureau The focus of PATA India Tourism …

At WTM 2019, India is sure to pack a punch with a bigger, stronger delegation. A lower visa fee and reduced GST on hotels, which have made travel to India more affordable, will set the ball rolling for tourism growth. Nisha Verma The positive atmosphere created for tourism in India, …

The Ministry of Tourism (MOT) will be promoting the Gandhi Gramin Tourism Circuit to highlight and showcase the life and times of the Father of the Nation. The ministry is also roping in IATO to actively promote these circuits. Manas Dwivedi As part of celebrity the 150th anniversary of Mahatma …

IATO’s 35th Convention in Kolkata proved to be as impactful as it was  anticipated to be. The association has announced that it will conduct its 2020 convention in Ahmedabad, hosted by Gujarat Tourism. Manas Dwivedi The 35th Convention of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) concluded on a high note …

Discussions at the fourth Odisha Tourism Conclave in Bhubaneswar touched upon important subjects such as a new tourism policy for the state slated for a 2020 release and simplification of land allotment for hotels. Both measures are expected to boost tourism to Odisha. Kanchan Nath from Bhubaneswar The fourth Odisha …