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An aggressive growth strategy and multi-city expansion bid, Umm Al Qura’s SAR 50 billion portfolioUmm Al Qura, developer of Makkah's Masar Destination, unveils a 2026–2030 strategy to expand across Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah, targeting a...
Ladakh rings in new excise policy- wider choice in low alcohol content; hard liquor also at retail vendsThe administration’s decision comes in the wake of growing concerns raised by civil society, religious organizations, and medical experts r...
Make destination holidays truly count as India weighs travel and trade-offsWith an increasing number of Indians opting for overseas vacations, the rupee is under strain, prompting government intervention. While eff...
New Year 2026: UP govt says youths turning to Kashi, Ayodhya, Mathura for celebrationsIn Uttar Pradesh, a fascinating shift is taking place this New Year's Eve, with the enchanting destinations of Kashi, Mathura, and Vrindava...
India’s tourism industry rebounds with strong domestic growth, but struggles to attract international visitors. Why?India's travel and tourism sector saw a rise in domestic travel, especially during the Maha Kumbh and wedding season, regaining pre-pandemi...
Tourism sector set to create 24 million jobs by 2033 with high demand from Tier 2 and Tier 3 marketsIndia is positioning tourism at the core of its service sector growth, with significant GDP and employment contributions. The rapid develop...
Oyo to add 500 hotels at religious hubs to boost spiritual tourism in 2025Oyo plans to expand by adding 500 hotels at major religious centers across India to support the government's spiritual tourism initiatives....
Infrastructure projects help in boosting tourism, creating jobs, says Nitin GadkariNew expressways and tourist site facilities are boosting tourism and creating jobs, says Minister Nitin Gadkari. The government is developi...
TikTok tourists trample Angkor Wat mimicking Temple Run gameTourists at Cambodia's Angkor Wat have started reenacting the Temple Run video game, sparking worries among conservationists about potentia...
In the name of God: Why travellers’ spiritual quest is on an eternal journey after CovidWinds of change are further lifting the spiritual tourism industry that has been witnessing a surge since the pre-pandemic time. What can I...
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 ...
Cleartrip has embarked on year-long spiritual journey; sees 70% jump in hotel bookings: Karthick PrabuCleartrip has seen a significant increase in flight bookings and hotel bookings for religious destinations like Ayodhya. They offer free fl...
Budget 2024: How Sitharaman can help you get more out of your vacationBudget expectations: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting the interim budget on February 1. The tourism and hospitality sector...
Spiritual Tourism is the new buzzword on D-St! Don’t ignore these 6 stocks for your long term portfolioThe emerging industry of spiritual tourism, which focuses on inner peace and connection with the divine, has gained popularity, especially ...
Hotels seek to cash in on religious tourism boomPilgrimage tourism has rebounded in the nation of multiple faiths after two consecutive years of Covid-induced curbs, prompting hotel compa...
Oyo to open 50 hotels in AyodhyaOyo has announced it will expand its offerings with 50 new properties in Ayodhya this year. The properties will include 25 homestays run by...
Amit Shah to inaugurate 'Destination North East-2020' tomorrowUnion Minister of State (Independent Charge), Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions,...
Religious tourism keeps travel companies going even in slumpTravel has been among the sectors hit by the economic slump but some companies are looking to the faithful for a reprieve.
Tourism in Gujarat grew at 13 per cent: TCGLTCGL has said there has been a 13% growth in the sector, with the number of visitors to the state crossing two crore in the last financial ...
- India’s religious places are affected by sex tourism: CBI
Raising concern over increasing sex tourism, CBI director Ashwani Kumar on Monday said even religious places of the country are not spared ...