Goa government set to pass stricter law to curb ‘nuisance’ at tourists hotspotsHefty fines, wider definitions of nuisance introduced to promote responsible and sustainable tourism.
30 Jul, 2025, 04.55 PM IST
"Beach shacks showcase Goan cuisine, not allowed to be rented to non-Goans": BJP MLA Lobo on his "Idli-Sambhar" remarksBJP MLA Michael Lobo addressed concerns over the decline in Goa's tourism, attributing it to negative publicity and lack of interest from s...
01 Mar, 2025, 07.40 AM IST
Goa hotels ring in the new year on a sober noteGoa experienced a mixed performance in tourist arrivals during the last week of December. Luxury hotels had over 90% occupancy, while mid-s...
08 Jan, 2025, 09.07 AM IST
'Goa is almost empty': Video of Goa's empty streets during peak new year season goes viralA viral video has sparked debate over the tourist turnout in Goa during the peak New Year season. While some claim the area is unusually em...
30 Dec, 2024, 10.54 PM IST
Great Goaing: Goa is struggling to cope with the aftereffects of overtourism, but you cannot write it offGoa's tourism industry is witnessing a resurgence, with domestic arrivals projected to reach record highs. Despite concerns about overtouri...
17 Nov, 2024, 06.24 PM IST
False data on Goa tourism a cause of concern: MinisterGoa's tourism minister addressed concerns about false tourism data. The state government is taking action against the misinformation. Goa's...
13 Nov, 2024, 08.16 AM IST
Goa attracting travellers from new international destinations through charter flights: Tourism DeptGoa is witnessing a surge in international tourists from countries like Russia, the UK, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan, thanks to new charter f...
08 Nov, 2024, 10.16 AM IST
BookMyShow partners with IndiGo to grow footfalls for live eventsBookMyShow has partnered with IndiGo to launch the ‘Runway to Party’ campaign, offering exclusive benefits for attendees of major music fes...
09 Sep, 2024, 03.44 PM IST
Ferns Estates buys luxe hotel in Goa for Rs 175 crBengaluru's Ferns Estates has acquired a luxury hotel in Goa with plans to develop additional suites, aiming to capitalize on the high dema...
05 Apr, 2024, 12.28 AM IST
Govt says 27 new sites identified for development under PRASHAD schemeThe government has identified 27 new sites for development under the PRASHAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation D...
05 Feb, 2024, 10.18 PM IST
Meghalaya's Kongthong village bags 'Best Tourism Village (Bronze)' awardThe Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has long been committed to promoting sustainable and culturally enriching tourism experiences...
28 Sep, 2023, 01.09 AM IST
India’s first Lighthouse Festival begins in Goa from SaturdayIndia's First Lighthouse Festival will be inaugurated by the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, at the Fort...
22 Sep, 2023, 07.23 PM IST
Tourism ministry plans to share Goa roadmap with other ministries to take G20 vision forwardThe tourism ministry, in a statement issued later, said the Goa Roadmap and Action Plan is aimed at "providing national governments in the ...
27 Jun, 2023, 08.25 PM IST
Tourism Ministry, Airbnb join hands to promote Indian culture through heritage homestaysUnion Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy and a senior official of the company were present when the agreement took place in the presence of a ...
20 Jun, 2023, 07.43 PM IST
166 per cent rise in foreign tourist arrivals in India in 2023 for January-April period: G Kishan ReddyReddy also said that after the COVID-19 pandemic, foreign tourist arrivals in India have increased. "The number of foreign tourists who arr...
20 Jun, 2023, 06.00 PM IST
Indians plan international trips to UK, US & places in Europe, says Airbnb surveyAirbnb data reveals that Indian travellers are increasingly travelling abroad, with Bali, Lucerne, Vienna, Paris, Lisbon, Split, Rome, Prag...
17 May, 2023, 05.51 PM IST
Creators United Awards 2023: Triggered Insaan, Bhuvan Bam, Aakash Gupta win accolades. Details hereThe Creators United Awards 2023 organised by Mad Influence saw some of the biggest digital creators bagging awards. The ceremony was graced...
27 Jan, 2023, 10.45 PM IST