Red sand, palm trees, wildlife: This Tamil Nadu desert is the perfect offbeat destination for curious travellersTamil Nadu, renowned for its temples and hills, harbors a surprising red sand desert called Theri Kaadu. Spanning 12,000 acres in Thoothuku...
09 May, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Saudi to focus $925 billion fund on domestic economy under new 5-year planSaudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is shifting focus to domestic growth. A new five-year strategy prioritizes six key themes including t...
15 Apr, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
UAE retailers tap alternative ways to fill food aisleDubai retailers are finding new ways to bring goods to the UAE. A truck is traveling from London to Dubai carrying snacks. This land route ...
28 Mar, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Saudi Arabia introduces mandatory beach rules and digital guide for coastal tourismSaudi Arabia has introduced a new regulatory framework for its Red Sea beaches, effective January 1, 2026. This initiative mandates compreh...
04 Jan, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
After luxury push, Saudi Arabia targets broader tourist market, minister saysIn a bold move to enhance its tourism sector, Saudi Arabia is redefining accessibility for travelers. The kingdom is launching a variety of...
09 Nov, 2025, 08.39 AM IST
Saudi Arabia’s new tourism play trades skyscrapers for natureSaudi Arabia is betting big on tourism in its Aseer province, a region boasting diverse landscapes and a cooler climate. With ambitious pla...
05 Aug, 2025, 11.03 AM IST
Saudi sets sail with first-ever cruise ship regulations to power Red Sea tourismSaudi Arabia has introduced its first regulatory framework for cruise ship operations, aiming to transform the Red Sea into a major tourism...
12 Jul, 2025, 11.50 AM IST
Egypt submarine tragedy: Who were the passengers on the tourist vessel that sank in the Red Sea?A tourist submarine named Sinbad sank in Egypt’s Red Sea, with 45 Russian tourists onboard. The vessel, renowned for its underwater coral r...
27 Mar, 2025, 09.42 PM IST
Egypt’s tourist submarine tragedy explained: What went wrong near Hurghada?A tourist submarine carrying dozens of passengers, mostly Russian nationals, sank near Hurghada, Egypt, on Thursday, leaving six dead. Auth...
27 Mar, 2025, 09.21 PM IST
Saudi Red Sea project plans 16 hotels by 2023, finalising $3.7 bn loan: CEO John PaganoOwned by a Saudi sovereign fund, and backed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the multi-billion dollar project entails developing luxury...
12 Nov, 2020, 02.20 PM IST
India eyes investment opportunity in $500 billion infra projects in Saudi ArabiaIndia plans to explore investment opportunities during the upcoming two-day visit of a delegation to Riyadh.
26 Nov, 2018, 06.23 PM IST
Israel witnesses 44% growth in Indian tourist arrivals in October 2015With snow-capped mountains, desert regions, water sports and historic sites, Israel is rapidly gaining popularity in India as an emerging t...
18 Nov, 2015, 04.20 PM IST
Travel Trade Talk: Tourism experts say what marketing strategies workTourism Experts speak to ET about promotional strategies for the Indian Market at a travel mart held in Mumbai recently.
19 Feb, 2015, 02.51 PM IST
- Oberoi Zahra acclaimed best 5 star cruiser on Nile
The Oberoi Zahra, Luxury Nile Cruiser, has been designated the best five star cruiser on the Nile.
09 Oct, 2009, 05.08 PM IST
- Jordan wooing Christian tourists from India
Jordan is keen to attract Christian tourists from India as the Middle East country with rich culture and history kicks off its promotional ...
22 Jul, 2009, 07.07 PM IST
- Red Sea nations in emergency talks on Somali piracy
Arab Red Sea states were holding an emergency meeting in Cairo on Thursday to discuss the threat of piracy off Somalia, with Egypt saying a...
20 Nov, 2008, 02.58 PM IST
- Cargo ship blocks Suez canal
The Suez Canal was blocked for three hours Saturday by a cargo ship which broke down in Egypt's economically vital waterway, an official of...
29 Jul, 2007, 04.31 AM IST