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Himachal Pradesh to launch start-up bus scheme with up to 50% subsidy for youthHimachal Pradesh is launching Phase IV of the Rajiv Gandhi Swarozgar Start-up Yojana, empowering unemployed youth to run passenger buses. T...
How Tour Times is redefining organised group travel in IndiaIndia's domestic tourism is booming, with organized group travel, especially religious pilgrimages and corporate events, leading the charge...
Tourism sector can create 100 million more jobs by 2047: FAITHIndia's tourism sector is set for a massive job surge, potentially creating 100 million direct jobs by 2047. Industry leaders emphasize the...
Bill seeking to ban horse carriages in NYC renamed after Indian teen killed in Central Park incidentA bill to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City has been renamed 'Romanch's Law' in honor of an Indian teenager who tragically died af...
West Bengal unveils jobs-led budget with tourism, North Bengal pushWest Bengal's new budget prioritizes a five-pronged revival strategy, focusing on women's empowerment, youth employment, and agriculture. K...
West Asia conflict may pressure hospitality occupancy, warns ICRA; FY27 estimate at 72-74%Hospitality sector occupancy is projected at 66-68% for early FY27, rising to 72-74% for the full year, according to ICRA. However, prolong...
GI tag puts Mandu's Khurasani Imli on the global mapMandu's unique Khurasani Imli, the fruit of the iconic Baobab tree, has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition is se...
2,65,00,000 foreign tourists in four months: This country became the world’s second-most visited after France, and it’s not Thailand or VietnamSpain welcomed 26.5 million foreign tourists in the first four months of the year, a 3.4% increase despite global uncertainties. April saw ...
FIFA 2026 - How a warm World Cup welcome is endearing the US to fansInitial skepticism about the U.S. co-hosting the World Cup is giving way to positive experiences for international fans. Discoveries of Ame...
Goa received more than 46 lakh tourists in first five months of this yearGoa welcomed over 46.39 lakh tourists from January to May this year, a slight uptick attributed to enhanced connectivity and diverse experi...
How a fruit born out of 1992 experiment is helping farmers earn Rs 10–12 lakh per acreMahabaleshwar strawberries have become a symbol of Maharashtra's agricultural innovation, growing from a seasonal fruit into a thriving ind...
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 27%The US-Iran peace deal is finally about to happen. There is a high probability that global markets will see a relief rally, a part of which...
Star Air launches direct flights to Mundra, operations to commence from June 23Star Air is launching new flights to Mundra, Gujarat, its 32nd destination. Services begin June 23. This connects Mundra, home to India's l...
PM Modi, Macron discuss expansion of India's UPI in France, sign 19 pactsPrime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron met and signed 19 agreements. Discussions covered AI, innovation, trade, ...
A Himalayan Adventure: The selfish act of trekkingIndia's budget now includes funds for tourism development. This marks a shift in how the country views its mountains. Nepal has a well-orga...
Thailand attracts far more tourists than India despite a higher per capita income. Shashi Tharoor explains whyShashi Tharoor advocates for significant policy reforms and infrastructure development to enhance India's tourism. He suggests greater priv...
Fear of Ukrainian drones empties the guesthouses in Latvia's Land of Blue LakesTourism in eastern Latvia faces a crisis. Stray Ukrainian drones are causing tourists to cancel bookings. Guesthouses and local businesses ...
Ride-hailing app Bolt expands to Italy in bid to shake up underserved marketEstonia-based Bolt will work with hundreds of drivers in Milan - either official cab drivers or private hire car drivers - and expects to s...
Amsterdam plans higher tourist tax, cruise terminal closure to curb tourism pressureAmsterdam is set to overhaul its tourism sector with ambitious plans including a hike in tourist tax to 20% by 2030. The city also aims to ...
Quote of the day by celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain: ‘If I'm an advocate for anything, it's to move. As far as you can…’ – a call for stepping out, curiosity and rich experiencesAnthony Bourdain inspired millions to explore the world with curiosity. His philosophy encouraged movement, whether across oceans or towns,...