[ad_1] Festival tourism has always been a big driver in pushing business in the economy while promoting destinations. If it were the traditional fairs at one point that attracted community participation with underlined business prospects, organised festivals that aim to draw the youth and specific interest groups are beginning to …
Read More »By April, 1,400 new electric buses will be inducted in BMTC: Karnataka CM, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Meanwhile, the BMTC in a statement said that Advance Driver Assistance System (ADAS) is being implemented in 10 buses to create a safe transport system for the passengers and more awareness for the drivers. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said that 1,400 new electric buses will be added …
Read More »Driving positive change through sustainable and responsible tourism, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] The global hospitality industry has undergone a tremendous shift towards growing and operating sustainability. Responsible tourism is taking centre stage, with travellers increasingly seeking eco-friendly accommodations and experiences that have a positive impact on the planet and local communities. As the hospitality industry acknowledges the urgent need to address …
Read More »Govt, ADB sign USD 100 mn loan agreement to improve tourism facilities in Tripura, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] ADB approves USD 100 mn loan to improve urban services, tourism facilities in Tripura The Union government on Friday signed an agreement with Asian Development Bank (ADB) to avail of a USD 100 million loan to improve urban services and tourism facilities in the northeastern state of Tripura. The …
Read More »Air India welcomes India’s first Airbus A350 aircraft in striking new livery, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Air India, India’s leading global airline, achieved a significant milestone on Saturday as it received the first of its 20 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, registered VT-JRA. This marks a pivotal moment in the airline’s ongoing transformation journey, showcasing a bold new livery. The Airbus A350-900, arrived at New Delhi from …
Read More »Sustainable growth in India’s co-living market, ET TravelWorld News, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Co-living is a modern form of shared housing that offers flexible, affordable, and community-oriented living spaces for young professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and travellers. Co-living spaces typically provide furnished private or shared rooms, common areas, amenities, and services, as well as social and professional events for the residents. Co-living is …
Read More »Govt plans to attract both desi and international couples to make India the global wedding destination, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] After Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s call for a “wed in India” movement, the Union Tourism Ministry is gearing up to launch a new campaign, “India says I do”, on a large scale for not only encouraging affluent Indian families to host weddings within the country but also to draw …
Read More »VFS Global renews visa & resident permit services contract for Norway globally including India, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Picture used for representation. VFS Global, a leading provider of visa and passport processing services, has secured the renewal of its contract to deliver visa and residence permit services for Norway globally. The Royal Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs awarded the global tender to VFS Global, covering operations in …
Read More »10,000 Indian H-1B visa holders to participate in the domestic visa renewal pilot program, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Details of the much awaited H-1B pilot program set to launch on January 29, 2024, which will enable visas to be renewed domestically (ie: within the US) have finally been issued by the Department of State (DOS). Even as it is a pilot program, which will initially cover just …
Read More »No plan to make Covid testing mandatory at airports as of now, say health ministry sources, ET TravelWorld
[ad_1] Higher doses of steroids (dexamethasone) had less benefits to patients with severe Covid-19 in India, according to a study published on Monday in the journal The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia. There is no plan so far to make RT-PCR testing for COVID-19 mandatory at airports for travellers, …
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