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.
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West Bengal Beats Top States in Foreign Tourist Visits
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.
NMC Forms National Pool for Surprise Medical College Checks
The National Medical Commission is creating a national pool of government college faculty for surprise inspections to ensure quality. Learn about the new rules for the 2026-27 academic year.
Himachal Tourism's ₹36 Cr Revamp & New Platinum Card Plan
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.
OTT Shows Fuel 2025 Travel Boom to Northeast India
Popular OTT series like The Family Man 3 are inspiring Indians to visit the Northeast. Ixigo's 2025 report reveals a spike in bookings to Imphal, Dimapur & global spots like Japan. Discover the new travel trends!
Bihar to add 2 medical colleges, total state-run to reach 15
Bihar announces two new government medical colleges in Vaishali and Bhojpur, operational from Jan 2026. Each will have 500 beds and admit 100 MBBS students, marking a major healthcare expansion.
Kerala Tourism Seeks More Foreign Tourists Despite Record Domestic Visits
Kerala sees record domestic tourists in 2025, but industry urges focus on high-spending foreign arrivals to boost revenue. Read the full analysis.
NMC Seeks Govt Medical Faculty for Inspection Pool
NMC's MARB invites eligible government medical college faculty to join an assessor pool for inspections, including surprise visits, for AY 2026-27. Apply within 15 days of Dec 22 notice.
8 Indian Villages That Are Experiences, Not Just Destinations
Discover 8 lesser-known Indian villages from Kerala to Ladakh that offer authentic cultural and natural experiences, perfect for offbeat travellers seeking the real India.
IMA's 100th All-India Medical Conference in Ahmedabad
The Indian Medical Association gears up for its historic 100th NATCON 2025 in Ahmedabad from Dec 26-28. Over 5000 doctors and global experts will convene. Read more.
Odisha Reviews MBBS Seat Increase After NMC Norms Relaxation
Odisha's DMET will assess 14 government medical colleges for potential MBBS seat increase after NMC extended relaxed intake norms for 2026-27. Application window opens Dec 29.
Punjab Govt Releases Rs 69 Cr for Medical College Facelift
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has sanctioned Rs 68.98 crore for upgrading four premier medical colleges in the state. The funds aim to provide world-class treatment and diagnostic facilities. Read more about this major healthcare push.
Chhattisgarh PG Medical 2025 First Round Seat Allotment Out
Chhattisgarh releases first-round PG medical seat allotment for 2025. The process proceeds despite an ongoing Supreme Court petition. Details inside.
Firozabad's Ruriya Swarooppur Village Emerges as Eco-Tourism Spot
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.
2nd Round Gujarat MD/MS Admissions: 951 Seats Filled
The second round of choice filling for Gujarat's MD, MS, and Diploma courses saw 951 fresh admissions. 357 seats remain vacant. Check allotment results and reporting dates now.
Trichy Eyes Medical Tourism Hub Status with Unique Advantages
Stakeholders at a CII conference in Trichy outline a collaborative plan to boost medical tourism, leveraging the city's airport connectivity and affordable care to attract international patients.
UAE Boosts Tourism Investment with New Incentives
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.
Nadda: Govt spends Rs 35 lakh per medical seat yearly
Union Health Minister JP Nadda said the government spends Rs 30-35 lakh annually on each medical seat, urging students to serve society. He highlighted a massive expansion in medical infrastructure.
Omand Mandates Strict Safety Rules for Adventure Tourism
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 to Host FITUR 2026, Boosting Tourism Ties with Europe
India is set to be the official partner country for FITUR 2026 in Madrid, a major platform to showcase its diverse tourism offerings and forge business links with Europe. Discover the opportunities.
Bangladesh Violence Hits Kolkata Medical Tourism
Fresh violence in Bangladesh threatens to halt the recent recovery of medical tourism to Kolkata. Hospitals report a sharp drop in visa applications and fear patients may abandon treatment. Read more on the economic impact.
Amethi Medical College Expansion to 550 Beds by 2026
The autonomous state medical college in Amethi's Tiloi tehsil is undergoing a major expansion to a 550-bed modern hospital by January 2026. This ₹300 crore project aims to transform healthcare in the region.
India-Nepal 2nd Tourism Meet Held in Pokhara
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 Winter Tourism Waits for Snow, Hotels Empty
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.
Centre approves 10,023 new medical seats in govt colleges
The Union health ministry has approved 10,023 new medical education seats in government colleges from 2025-26 to 2028-29. This expansion aims to strengthen India's healthcare workforce and improve access to medical education in underserved regions. Read m
Rajasthan's 3 Proposed Medical Colleges See No Progress
Despite state govt promises, medical colleges in Rajsamand, Jalore & Pratapgarh remain on paper. Officials cite regional imbalance as new colleges open elsewhere. Read the full story.
Andhra Pradesh gets 36 new PG medical seats from NMC
The National Medical Commission sanctions 36 additional PG medical seats across five new colleges in Andhra Pradesh, significantly enhancing specialist healthcare training. Learn how this impacts medical education.
Thane Tourism Gets ₹100 Crore Boost in Maharashtra
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.
HC Directs OSMCL MD to Appear Over Emergency Procurement Lapses
Orissa High Court reprimands OSMCL for lacking emergency medical procurement. MD ordered to appear on Dec 11 over delays at SCB Medical College. Read the full story.
SC: 95 Puducherry Med Students Must Do Rural Service for Degrees
Supreme Court mandates 3-month pro bono rural service for 95 PG medical students admitted irregularly in 2017-18. 18 meritorious students get ₹15 lakh+ compensation each. Full details inside.
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