tourism promotion

Jammu, March 28 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on Saturday that the government plans to develop Karnah in the Kupwara district as a border tourism hub, citing its vast potential for adventure and nature-based tourism.In response to a question in the assembly, Chief...

Amaravati, March 26 The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Culinary Institute to promote the state as a culinary tourism hub.The MoU was exchanged between representatives of the Indian Culinary Institute and Special Chief Secretary...

Amaravati, March 25 – Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu suggested on Wednesday the formation of a high-level committee, led by the Chief Secretary, to promote tourism in the state.Addressing a review meeting on tourism, the Chief Minister emphasized the need to make 50,000...

Mumbai, March 24 The Maharashtra government will organize the Koyna Daulat Dongri Festival 2026 in Patan, aiming to boost tourism in the Satara district, an official said on Tuesday.The five-day festival, starting on April 2, will serve as a platform to showcase local talent and the cultural...

New Delhi, March 16 The Delhi government is planning to establish a board to promote the city as a hub for tourism and film shooting, officials said on Monday.The government is likely to set up the Tourism Board through a Bill to be presented in the Delhi Assembly's budget session, which...

SRINAGAR, March 16: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the annual Tulip Festival–2026 at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, officially opening Asia’s largest tulip garden to the public. The garden features nearly 1.8 million tulips across more than 75 varieties, along with...

New Delhi, March 10 India's participation, along with a country pavilion, at the recently held ITB Berlin—one of the world's leading travel trade shows—provided a platform for strengthening existing partnerships and establishing India as a premier 365-day global destination, the tourism ministry...

Leaders of Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) met with Director of Tourism, Jammu, Vikas Sharma, and submitted a memorandum demanding the operation of free buses under the "Jammu Darshan" scheme during the Amarnath Yatra.Sharing this information, J&K President of the party, Manish Sahni...

Shillong, March 9 The North Eastern Council (NEC) has released ₹67.41 crore to support development initiatives across the region, including infrastructure and cultural projects in Meghalaya, according to an official statement.The funds will be used for infrastructure development, livelihood...

Bhopal, March 6 – Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will launch the third edition of “Queens on the Wheels,” an initiative of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, in which 25 women superbikers will promote the state's tourism destinations across the country and internationally.Sharing...

New Delhi, March 2 Expanding its heritage footprint beyond traditional tourist circuits, Delhi Tourism has scaled up its curated Heritage Walks program across multiple locations in the capital to promote experiential and night tourism and encourage visitors to extend their stay.As part of the...

Jaipur, March 1 Rajasthan is set to showcase its key tourism destinations at the international travel and trade fair to be held in Berlin from March 3 to 5.With the theme "From Desert to Rhine", Rajasthan Tourism will present its living heritage, diverse landscapes, and sustainable tourism...

New Delhi, February 27 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, has asserted that J&K is poised to emerge as a year-round global tourism destination, supported by renewed confidence, expanded infrastructure, and diversified tourism offerings.He was addressing a grand promotional...

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited SATTE 2026 at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, Dwarka, Delhi, today and reiterated his government's commitment to strengthening Jammu & Kashmir's position as the country's premier all-season tourist destination. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that...

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated today that Jammu & Kashmir is on track to become a year-round global tourism destination, supported by renewed confidence, expanded infrastructure, and diversified tourism offerings. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that the Chief Minister was...

The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir promoted the Union Territory as a year-round tourism destination at SATTE 2026 in New Delhi, engaging travel operators and highlighting adventure, heritage, pilgrimage, and MICE opportunities while inviting global travellers to visit.Srinagar, February...

New Delhi, February 26 – Major political parties vying for the March 5 parliamentary elections in Nepal are expressing concern that the country – once a popular global tourist destination – has not been able to reach the pre-Covid visitor numbers. Consequently, they have pledged to work towards...

In Jammu and Kashmir, the 6th National Rafting Championship, titled “The Ultimate River Battle,” which lasted four days, concluded today with a grand closing ceremony at Shibnote (Premnagar) in the Doda district. Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that organized by the Directorate of Tourism...

Adventure tourism is experiencing steady growth around the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, with an increasing number of pilgrims choosing white-water rafting during their visit to the region.With a consistent flow of devotees to Katra throughout the year, local entrepreneurs have...

Leh, February 21 Stakeholders in Ladakh on Saturday praised the Tourism Department's sustained efforts in branding, promotion, and policy reforms, expressing optimism that these coordinated efforts will lead to a stronger tourism season in 2026.The All Ladakh Hotel & Guest House Association...