Government / Ministry News

» Maharashtra Govt forms Hospitality Development and Promotion Board

The board, formed under the Tourism Policy 2006, will function as a single window for speedy clearances such as proposals, permits, subsidies and transition ... Read more

» DGCA to issue new guidelines on airfares and refunds

Airline firms will also be barred from charging for wheelchairs, seat assignments and assisting unaccompanied minors, will also have to issue refunds to pax within one week  ... Read more

» Tourist complex on the banks of Upper Lake inaugurated in Bhopal

The complex "Sair Sapata" has been developed by the Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (MPSTDC) ... Read more

» Heli tourism takes off in Hyderabad on WTD

Tourists will be able to enjoy a 15-minute helicopter ride to the tourism spots of Golconda, Falaknuma, Chowmohalla Palace, Birla Mandir, Buddha Statue and the Hi-tech City ... Read more

» Message from WTTC President on World Tourism Day

Urges governments to recognize the vast economic and social contribution of travel and tourism - particularly as a driver of sustainable economic growth and revival ... Read more

» ASEAN tourist industry is booming with intra-ASEAN travellers

As part of the ASEAN Tourism Strategic Plan (ATSP) 2011-2015, the member countries are now jointly promoting the whole region to attract tourists from non-ASEAN countries ... Read more

» eTicket agencies exempted from 100 SMSes a day limit

From September 27, as per TRAI's order, no access provider (operators) shall permit the transmission of more than 100 SMSes per day per SIM ... Read more

» Traveltechie adds Religious, Cultural, Heritage & Tourism Marketing News section on its website

Exclusive section dedicated to Tourism Marketing & Promotions added in its news section ... Read more

» Govt launches campaign to prevent unethical practices in tourism sector

Places like Pahargunj and certain tourist spots in Goa, Kerala and North-East are likely to be identified in the first phase for a focused awareness campaign involving service providers ... Read more

» Airlines pile pressure on EU to scrap carbon tax

From January 1 next year, airlines landing or taking off within Europe will have to buy permits for carbon emissions over and above a pre-set cap ... Read more

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