Domestic News

» Slowing economy hits hospitality industry

Close to 75 branded hotels across the country, of a total of 550, are on the block ... Read more

» Holiday destinations in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh reporting huge cancellations

Travelers are opting for safer destinations like Rajasthan, Goa, Kashmir and even Kerala for their holidays ... Read more

» Check rampant construction, tourism to prevent Himalayan tragedies: Experts

Kedarnath and Rudraprayag towns have seen rampant construction over the last three decades with several structures coming up along the river banks ... Read more

» Kumarakom gears up for international conference on Responsible Tourism

Union Minister Dr K Chiranjeevi to inaugurate three-day event ... Read more

» Goa Tourism succeeds in wooing tourists during monsoon

The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) has seen a spurt of 60-70% in booking in its residencies ... Read more

» Unregulated growth of religious tourism in Uttarakhand led to tragedy

According to a planning commission report, the challenges which need to be addressed included better last mile connectivity, proper hotels and solid waste management at religious sites ... Read more

» Airlines may hire 5,000 staff this year

The improving passenger traffic trends and the proposed entry of AirAsia are the main triggers for the stepped-up hiring activities among private carriers ... Read more

» Indian Railways puts in efforts for the Evacuation of Passengers Stranded in Uttarakhand

Passengers who were stranded in the flood affected area of Uttarakhand are allowed to travel by the special trains from Haridwar and Dehradun free of charge ... Read more

» Chiranjeevi moots construction of ropeways in Uttarakhand for safety of pilgrims

The tourism minister is confident that the government will take all measures to restore normalcy ... Read more

» Tourists stranded in Himachal being airlifted

Around 200 tourists are still stranded in Sangla, Pooh, Kaza, Nako and Rekong Peo, the district headquarters, but members of the local hospitality industry are saying the figure could cross 500 ... Read more

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