Domestic News

» Kingfisher Airlines admission to OneWorld global alliance put on hold

In August 2011, Star Alliance announced that Air India’s membership to the global alliance had been put on hold. Jet Airways is also seeking a Star Alliance membership ... Read more

» SpiceJet raises Rs 100 crore from travel agents for working capital

They are paid 1 per cent deposit incentive and productivity commission of 1-3 per cent, if the sales target is met ... Read more

» Hotel chains focussing on budget segment 

International brands such as the Formule1, Tune Hotels, HolidayInn Express and the domestic chain, Ginger, see immense opportunity in this under-fed segment in hospitality ... Read more

» Jaisalmer police swings into action to check tout menace

City police started 'Operation Welcome' in March against 'lapkas', or touts, for misbehaving with and forcing tourists to make purchases at certain shops and hire services of select persons ... Read more

» Kerala Tourism launches first seaplane service in India

Initially, the six-seater Cessna 206 H amphibian aircraft will be utilised for this service, which will be launched officially for tourists in August ... Read more

» Railway committee proposes to increase food prices in AC trains

The panel has recommended that lunch and dinner for passengers travelling in AC-II, III and chair car compartments should go up from existing Rs 88 to Rs 125 ... Read more

» JK Tourism Minister Releases Brochure on Water Sports

The 25 page brochure contains information on different water sports like rafting, kayaking, canoeing, canoe polo, water skiing, water walking ball, aqua parasailing etc ... Read more

» Conference on Developing the Buddhist Pilgrimage Circuit in India

Government is committed to undertake initiatives which will enable people to personally visit the holy places connected with the life of Buddha say Culture Minister ... Read more

» J-K making efforts to revive tourism industry: Dy. CM

State government is keen to recapture the top position among tourist destinations in the country ... Read more

» Spicejet to start Delhi-Dharamshala daily flight from June 7

The airline would be deploying its Bombardier Q400 aircraft on this route, which can seat 78 passengers ... Read more

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