Government / Ministry News

» Foreign no-frill airlines fly into tier-II towns

Unfortunately, while the Indian skies have opened for foreign carriers, the reverse has not happened. The government does not allow domestic airlines to fly abroad till they complete five years of domestic operations. ... Read more

» World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Winners announced

India has proven its credentials as a top travel destination, taking away the title of "Asia's Leading Destination" at the World Travel Awards Ceremony. ... Read more

» Air India to ask govt additional Rs 2,000 crore to repay debts

The airline would require Rs 3,000-Rs 4,000 crore annually to pay off its debt, which is primarily on account of aircraft induction, according to an official estimation. ... Read more

» Favourable public policies and new business models top agenda of UNWTO Ministers

Tourism Ministers and private sector experts will devise business models and public policies best suited for fostering tourism growth. ... Read more

» WTTC appoints David Scowsill as new President and CEO

Formally taking charge on November 15, 2010 Scowsill will continue the organisation's work to raise awareness of the importance of travel and tourism and its USD 5.8 trillion value to the global economy. ... Read more

» GoI's Visa on Arrival scheme availed by 4,493 foreigners from January - September 2010

The number of Visas issued under this scheme, during January-September 2010 for nationals of the five countries were: Singapore (1,420), New Zealand (1,117), Japan (980), Finland (934) and Luxembourg (42). ... Read more

» MOT floats tender for office transport fleet

The Ministry of Tourism has invited quotations from reputed tour and travel companies for hiring branded cars in good condition for departments use in Delhi and NCR region. ... Read more

» MOT to reward CWG Indian winners with luxury train experience

MOT as an incentive for excelling in their respective field will offer a luxurious trip in one of the many world class luxury trains that India offers to the high-end inbound tourists. ... Read more

» ITM 2010 to start in Goa from October 14

The four-day event will be jointly promoted by the Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) and the state department of tourism, India Tourism, Travel & Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG) and the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI). ... Read more

» 21st TTG TRAVEL AWARDS 2010

Applauding 29 Accomplished New Award Winners For Various Categories ... Read more

Follow on Facebook