Ladakh plans to use fences around Hunder sand dunes, develop Sumoor desertLt Governor R K Mathur Mathur of Ladakh also suggested that a landscaping plan for Nubra should be developed and fences be put around the s...
29 May, 2022, 04.02 PM IST
Desert state of Rajasthan to be promoted as monsoon, adventure destination"Most of the tourists visit Himachal and Uttarakhand to get that adrenaline rush. Not many are aware of adventure activities being run here...
15 Jul, 2021, 02.56 PM IST
India's Goa, sun and sand tourist destination, has country's highest COVID rateLeaders of the small state, ruled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's right-wing BJP party, were being blamed by the opposition and medical e...
05 May, 2021, 04.14 PM IST
Traveller's Diary: Visit Goa's Jazz circuit to enjoy music or relish art at International Sand Festival in OdishaThe last week of November is packed with fun events and outdoor activities.
14 Nov, 2019, 09.50 AM IST
Beach Bounty: India will soon have 17 coastal tourism circuits jostling for attentionIndia can become a hot destination for beach tourism and the govt says there are about 200 beaches with tourism potential.
01 Sep, 2018, 11.00 PM IST
Puri beach goes litter-free with aid of sand sculptorTourists are happy. “I no longer find garbage, animal carcasses or sewage on the beach,“ said Andreas Philipp, a German tourist, a frequent...
01 Oct, 2017, 11.31 AM IST
Get smitten by the sea: Stroll by the Andaman & Nicobar islands to sense the romance & history this seasonNeil Island is located around 40 kms to the south of the Andaman. Popular among tourists, this island is rich in biodiversity with tropical...
25 Aug, 2016, 05.31 AM IST
Liquor, casinos too have place on Goa tourist map: Goa Deputy Chief Minister Francis D'Souza"Casino industry is helping the state government earn revenue. If we didn't want it why did we allow it at the first place?" the Deputy Chi...
11 Jun, 2016, 05.49 PM IST
The Shrivardhan beach in Maharashtra makes for an ideal summer getawayThese are three getaways which will capture your imagination and if you are a nature and an adventure lover this is just up your street.
21 Apr, 2016, 07.42 AM IST
Seychelles witnesses 120% surge in Indian arrivalsSeychelles islands witnessed a surge of 120% in arrivals of Indian tourists during the first quarter of 2015 against the corresponding peri...
10 Apr, 2015, 06.03 PM IST
Best islands and beaches across the globe for adventureSardinia in Italy boasts of sea-green granite sculptures. Tourists can either take short, laid-back day trips to longer expeditions.
12 Mar, 2015, 02.04 PM IST
Get the beach fun started in Thailand's Hua HinCycling is aptly rejuvenating in Hua Hin. Later, take a stroll along the buzzing coastline.
06 Nov, 2014, 05.42 AM IST
- Intrepid Indians: Many states promoting tourism is great for industry
The benefit of state govts bringing their tourism destinations into focus is that we may finally move beyond the cliches of the Incredible ...
19 Jan, 2012, 08.17 AM IST
- One lakh tourists expected for Kutch fest Ranotsav
The desert festival 'Rannotsav' is being held every year at Dhordo village in Kutch, famous for its white sand.
14 Oct, 2011, 03.11 PM IST
- Global turmoil hits gambling industry
A media report says the ongoing economic downturn has hit the gambling industry in US.
09 Nov, 2008, 01.59 PM IST
- Desert calling
Rajasthan is often expressed as a huge open-air museum with well preserved relics for the travellers.
27 Jun, 2007, 08.42 PM IST
- Move over Las Vegas, Macau is here
Booming Macau will leap-frog the world famous Las Vegas strip as the world’s strongest casino market this year, analysts said, predicting i...
07 Aug, 2006, 12.29 AM IST