IndiGo to operate on Gaya-Bangkok route as Bihar cabinet clears proposalBihar's cabinet has approved IndiGo Airlines to operate direct flights between Gaya and Bangkok for 12 months, aiming to boost internationa...
20 May, 2026, 09.55 PM IST
In temple run from Varanasi to Sikkim, faith's in fast laneIndia's spiritual travel sector is poised for significant growth. The government is investing heavily in temple towns and Buddhist circuits...
03 Feb, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
Ixigo’s Q4 revenue rises 16% to Rs 181.8 crore; net profit upThe online travel aggregator sees promise in the government's latest policy initiatives to grow spiritual tourism in the country.
01 Aug, 2024, 07.53 PM IST
Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman provides big push for temple towns to promote tourismUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans to develop Vishnupad Temple and Mahabodhi Temple corridors in Bihar into world-cl...
23 Jul, 2024, 03.27 PM IST
Retail brands flocking to religious cities with rise in spiritual tourismAccording to CBRE, retail brands across segments, including fashion & apparel, food & beverage, hypermarkets, homeware & department stores ...
28 Mar, 2024, 02.15 PM IST
Hyatt Place debuts in Bihar with Hyatt Place Bodh GayaVarun Saraf, managing director, Saraf Hotels Enterprises said the company is delighted to introduce the second Hyatt Place hotel in the UNE...
19 Dec, 2023, 05.32 PM IST
MV Ganga Vilas cruise to culminate journey on Tuesday in Dibrugarh"MV Ganga Vilas will culminate its journey on February 28 in Dibrugarh. A welcome ceremony will be organised by the Inland Waterways Author...
25 Feb, 2023, 05.49 PM IST
Former Bihar CM Jitan Ram Manjhi appeals for review of liquor policyAddressing the gathering of the three-day-long Bodh Mahotsav here in Gaya, HindustAwam Morcha, an ally of the grand alliance, Jitan Ram Man...
29 Jan, 2023, 08.31 AM IST
BSNL, MTNL to provide Wi-Fi services at 100 tourist placesBSNL and MTNL will provide the service for seven years with the Tourism Ministry bearing the operational cost for the first three years.
30 Sep, 2016, 07.42 PM IST
On arrival e-visa facility for tourists from 87 countries at Gaya airportThe Government of India has approved on arrival e-visa facility at Gaya International Airport for visitors from 87 countries.
06 Aug, 2015, 11.48 AM IST
Andhra Pradesh mulls setting up 'Monastery Boulevard' to boost tourismAndhra Pradesh government is mulling to set up a 'Monastery Boulevard' where Buddhist monasteries can be built, like in Bihar's Bodh Gaya.
06 Aug, 2015, 11.39 AM IST
Vietnam keen on investing in tourism in Bihar: Ambassador Ton Sinh ThanhDung will be on a two-day visit to India from October 27. He will first land at Bodh Gaya and meet Manjhi before flying to New Delhi.
10 Nov, 2014, 04.47 PM IST
Centre plans to launch AC train in Buddhist circuit from 2015All the electric poles would be removed at Bodh Gaya and wires be placed under ground to spruce up the place where Buddha had attained enli...
27 Sep, 2014, 03.54 PM IST
- Bihar expects 30% jump in domestic tourist arrivals
The Bihar government today said it is expecting a 30 per cent jump in domestic tourist arrival in the state this year.
25 Mar, 2012, 05.40 PM IST
- Buddha's trail to be developed as tourist site
The Bihar government has decided to develop a 7-km stretch, believed to be the route taken by Gautam Buddha to reach Rajgir.
28 Dec, 2011, 11.03 PM IST
- Bihar govt readies bamboo huts for Gaya tourists
The Bihar government will set up a bamboo village to provide a comfortable stay for tourists who will visit Gaya during the Pitripaksha Mel...
02 Sep, 2009, 08.42 PM IST
- LCCs to tap the pilgrims’ progress
Low-cost carriers (LCCs) have found a new love: Pilgrim centres. Having made a significant presence in major cities, budget airlines such a...
29 Jul, 2006, 02.28 AM IST