Bengal Beats Goa, Kerala in Foreign Tourist Numbers
West Bengal emerges as India's top destination for foreign tourists in 2025, surpassing traditional favourites like Goa and Kerala. Discover the factors behind this surprising shift.
West Bengal emerges as India's top destination for foreign tourists in 2025, surpassing traditional favourites like Goa and Kerala. Discover the factors behind this surprising shift.
West Bengal attracted 3.1 million foreign tourists in 2024, outperforming traditional favorites like Goa and Rajasthan. Discover how this eastern state is redefining India's tourism map. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh Tourism launches a strategic roadmap featuring a Platinum Card for loyal travellers, major property renovations worth crores, and digital upgrades to boost revenue and tourist experience. Explore the future of travel in the hills.
Kerala sees record domestic tourists in 2025, but industry urges focus on high-spending foreign arrivals to boost revenue. Read the full analysis.
A Christmas Eve clash between carol singers in Kerala's Alappuzha left several injured, including women and children. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
H5N1 avian influenza confirmed in 11 Kerala panchayats. Authorities launch massive culling operation. Health officials urge caution but say properly cooked poultry is safe.
A central laboratory has confirmed an outbreak of avian influenza in parts of Alappuzha and Kottayam, Kerala. Authorities are taking containment measures. Stay informed about the affected areas and safety protocols.
Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, sheds its 'Glass City' image with a new eco-tourism destination. Ruriya Swarooppur village, developed at Rs 3.62 crore, offers bamboo cottages, spiritual sites, and family-friendly facilities, boosting sustainable rural tourism.
Independent councillor Jose Chellappan backs UDF, ending Alappuzha municipality deadlock. UDF gains majority for chairperson elections on Dec 26. Key development plan includes EMS stadium and CCTV coverage.
Prakasam district police seized 7kg of ganja in a major drug bust at Ongole railway station and on Alappuzha Express. Five persons from Jharkhand and Bihar detained. Public urged to report drug crimes via toll-free numbers.
The Union government has approved the construction of three holiday homes in Kerala's Munnar and Alappuzha to boost local tourism and provide affordable stays. Learn more about this new initiative.
The UAE announces a significant investment push in its tourism sector, introducing competitive incentives to attract global investors and boost visitor numbers. Discover the key strategies.
Oman's Ministry of Heritage and Tourism mandates strict safety compliance for adventure tourism. Operators must get approvals and ensure equipment safety to protect tourists and the environment.
India and Nepal held their second joint tourism meeting in Pokhara, focusing on boosting cross-border travel, enhancing connectivity, and promoting Buddhist and adventure circuits. Discover the key outcomes.
Kashmir's winter tourism season is in peril due to a lack of snowfall. Hoteliers report unprecedented vacancies in Gulmarg, contrasting sharply with previous years. Read more about the economic impact.
Maharashtra approves a ₹100 crore plan to develop Thane's tourism circuit, focusing on heritage, eco-tourism, and infrastructure. Discover the key projects and expected impact.
Uttar Pradesh emerged as India's top holiday destination for domestic travellers in 2024-25, attracting 646.8 million visits. Discover the full top 10 list and key tourism trends.
Kovalam Beach's major Rs 93 crore redevelopment is stalled. A Rs 7.75 crore temporary facelift for toilets & walkways may start in Jan if tenders succeed. Details inside.
UP cabinet approves a 70.885-hectare international yoga & wellness centre in Baghpat via PPP. Aimed at boosting wellness tourism & economy. Read more.
India's Ministry of Tourism joins forces with Mastercard in a strategic partnership to enhance digital payments and promote the country as a premier global tourism destination. Discover the key initiatives.
A 29-year-old lawyer from Alappuzha, Kerala, allegedly hacked his father to death and seriously injured his mother over a family dispute. The accused, Navjith, has been arrested. Read the full details.
India's tourism sector sees a strong recovery, with the US, UK, and Canada among the top contributors. Discover the full list and key insights from the latest 2024-25 data.
Uttar Pradesh government sanctions Rs 1 crore under the CM Tourism Scheme to develop amenities at Lucknow's Digambar Jain Temple, boosting religious tourism and local economy.
Travel operators in Thiruvananthapuram urge government intervention as auto-taxi unions block Uber and Ola in Kovalam, threatening tourism revenue and Kerala's image.
Karnataka launches ambitious plan to capture destination wedding market worth $1.9 billion. Heritage sites like Chitradurga fort and diverse landscapes to compete with Jaipur and Udaipur. Read how the state plans to transform its tourism economy.
PM Modi highlights Uttarakhand's winter tourism initiatives in Mann Ki Baat, praising Dhami government's efforts to attract visitors during off-season months.
PM Modi's Mann ki Baat reveals Himalayan tourism boom, with Adi Kailash visitors surging from 2,000 to 30,000. Discover these winter wonderlands now!
PM Modi highlights Uttarakhand's winter tourism boom in Mann Ki Baat. Adi Kailash visitors surge from 2,000 to 30,000. Wedding destinations & adventure sports thriving.
Uttarakhand's growth trajectory takes center stage as policymakers, industry leaders outline development roadmap focusing on tourism, infrastructure and innovation at Times of India conclave.
Digha's economy surges with Rs 100 crore revenue in 6 months after Jagannath temple inauguration. Tourism officials project Rs 150 crore by 2026. Discover the transformation!